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Skift Meetings' deep dive into the events industry.

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The Wall Between Travel and Meetings Is Falling

The Spotnana-TROOP deal is a bet that CFOs want one number, not two.

David McMillin, Skift Meetings Head of Content

Aug 27, 2026

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The Fake Cars Waiting for Your Attendees

Illegal transportation companies are targeting airports and convention centers for rides.

David McMillin, Skift Meetings Head of Content

Aug 25, 2026

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👓 Some Meetings Are Already Banning Smart Glasses. Should You?

If your attendees are wearing them, you may be dealing with some big privacy issues.

David McMillin, Skift Meetings Head of Content

Aug 20, 2026

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👩‍💼Women Are Everywhere in Events — Except at the Top. Why?

A look at what companies can do to advance the careers of the women who run the industry.

David McMillin, Skift Meetings Head of Content

Aug 18, 2026

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🥸 The Fraud Economy Is Coming for Your Conference

AI is making it faster and cheaper than ever to fake an entire program.

David McMillin, Skift Meetings Head of Content

Aug 13, 2026

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If Your Hotel Cancels, Do You Know the Actual Costs?

Determine the answer before your next negotiation.

David McMillin, Skift Meetings Head of Content

Aug 11, 2026

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💻 The Fully-Automated, AI-Sourced Meeting Is Here

AI agents — not humans — are taking over the complete process of booking meetings.

David McMillin, Skift Meetings Head of Content

Aug 6, 2026

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🏀 Why Planners Are Trading Private Dinners for the Big Game

Business meetings are increasingly happening at marquee events like the World Cup and U.S. Open.

David McMillin, Skift Meetings Head of Content

Aug 4, 2026

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✂️ Planners Are Cutting Content to Build Connection

The era of more-is-more is coming to an end.

Jul 30, 2026

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Sustainability Sells. So Why Aren't More Event Suppliers B Corps?

As more meeting planners prioritize sustainability, a surprisingly low number of suppliers have opted to pursue the certification in the U.S.

Jul 28, 2026

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Where Do Your Attendees Actually Want to Learn?

Spoiler alert: It's not in a session room.

Jul 23, 2026

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The Next Chapter of Skift Meetings

Skift Meetings is evolving. Here's a look at what's in store.

Jul 21, 2026

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👀 What to Know If You're Looking for a New Job in the Events Industry

The 2026 job market is brutal, but it's not all bad news for meeting planners looking for a new opportunity.

Jul 16, 2026

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📊 The Business Case Meeting Planners Need to Make

Talking about networking and innovation isn't going to resonate with the executives in charge of approving meetings, according to new research.

Jul 14, 2026

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🤖 The Risks of Using AI for Contracts

Experts say that using AI to evaluate contract language opens up dangers including agreeing to pro-supplier language and making data privacy blunders.

Jul 9, 2026

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🏟️ Is the World Cup Creating a New Kind of Citywide?

From a fan festival in Philadelphia's Fairmount Park to more than 100 activations across the Seattle region, tournament hosts are rethinking the concept of a citywide experience.

Jul 7, 2026

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💰 Industry Consolidation Wave Continues

Another day, another acquisition. Easyfairs' move to take full ownership of Nordic Live Expo reflects a broader shift in how exhibition companies are growing.

Jul 2, 2026

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🐻 NY CEO Heading to California

After two years leading New York City Tourism and Conventions, Julie Coker is departing to become president and CEO of Visit California — a move that arrives as she is pressing New York City Hall for a major budget increase she argued the organization needs to stay competitive.

Jun 30, 2026

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🌎 Surprises in New Destination Ranking

U.S. News & World Report ranked the 30 best U.S. conference cities for 2026-2027. Las Vegas, Chicago, and Orlando took the top three spots, but the first surprise came in at #4.

Miguel Neves, Skift Meetings Editor-in-Chief

Jun 25, 2026

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⚠️ Federal Conference Grants at Risk⚖️

The White House wants more control over federal conference grants. The events industry associations and the scientific community are pushing back saying the layers of federal oversight added to conference grants, professional membership disbursements, and international research partnerships will be disastrous.

Miguel Neves, Skift Meetings Editor-in-Chief

Jun 23, 2026

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🤖 Don't Buy AI, Buy the Outcome

Event tech’s real differentiator isn't AI, it's whether the technology saves time, improves attendee experiences, or drives measurable business results.

Miguel Neves, Skift Meetings Editor-in-Chief

Jun 18, 2026

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👵 Gendered Ageism: A Chronic Issue

For female event professionals, challenges come at every turn. That’s in an industry that, by most counts, is about 80% women.

Miguel Neves, Skift Meetings Editor-in-Chief

Jun 16, 2026

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⚽️ The World Cup's Triple Threat

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off today with three risks testing organizers throughout the tournament: security, heat, and disease.

Miguel Neves, Skift Meetings Editor-in-Chief

Jun 11, 2026

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👮🏻‍♂️ Police Eject ADA Conference Attendees

The incident raises questions about where to draw the line between protest, political expression, and the conference code of conduct.

Miguel Neves, Skift Meetings Editor-in-Chief

Jun 9, 2026

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💸 Arms Race for Trade Show Companies

Private equity firm Hellman & Friedman paid a reported $1.8 billion for Hyve, roughly three times its 2023 acquisition price. The deal follows last month's announcement of the acquisition and merger of Emerald and Questex by Apollo for $1.5 billion.

Miguel Neves, Skift Meetings Editor-in-Chief

Jun 4, 2026