Athens Makes a Splash at Imex Frankfurt 2023
The Greek Capital was in the spotlight at Imex Frankfurt, the world-leading tradeshow of the meetings and events industry in May in Germany.
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Congress Center Hamburg Receives One of the Highest-Ranking Awards for Sustainability
First and only German convention centre to earn Gold certification in the Revitalisation category from the German Sustainable Building Council.
UK Price per Head Increases 14.7 per Cent
Despite pandemic challenges, the UK meetings and events industry has been able to maintain its value proposition for attendees.
The Hague & Partners Convention Bureau Reveals Research Into Event Legacy
New Dutch white paper results show event legacy must be driven by association and not-for-profit organisers rather than destinations.
Hotel Construction Pipeline Growth in China Picks up With the Return of Travel
While project counts may be slightly down YOY, travel gained significant momentum, expected to continue an upward trajectory.
Ottawa Continues Technology Conferences Winning Streak With Three Major IEEE Events in the Next Two Years
Securing three IEEE events between now and the summer of 2025 solidifies Ottawas reputation as a leading destination for the tech sector.
New General Managers for Park Inn by Radisson Hotels in Tallinn
Experienced hoteliers Toma Torseke and Olga Mishchenko have both been appointed General Managers for two Park Inn By Radisson hotels in Tallinn.
Armando Mastrapasqua Joins AIM Group International and Strengthens the AIM Sport Division
AIM Group International strengthens AIM Sport division with the appointment of Armando Mastrapasqua as its General Manager.
The Event Market in Germany Is Gradually Recovering
New 2022 data confirms that in-person events have increased significantly while hybrid and digital formats have decreased.
The 9th Travel Trade Athens
Over 160 representatives from the Greek and international tourism industry met in Athens for the 9th Travel Trade Athens.
The Nordics will participate at Expo 2025 Osaka with a joint Nordic pavilion
Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden are joining hands and aiming to strengthen ties with Japan and Japanese companies.
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The Importance of Business Events
Business IntelligenceClaudia Vanessa Pérez Lamas, Minister of Tourism of the State of Jalisco, on the importance of governmental recognition.
Imagine the Great Unlearning
The Value of ThinkingFor the most, unlearning is seen as something positive; we unlearn what seems obsolete to give room to what seems more useful.
Getting Started the Right Way
Facilitate the ProcessAn excerpt from the book Meetings, by Default or by Design, conceived and written by Mike van der Vijver and Eric de Groot.
New Beginnings
IntermissionHere’s to starting over, or starting back up again. To embarking on new adventures, and to every sweet refrain.
The Importance of Business Events
Business IntelligenceClaudia Vanessa Pérez Lamas, Minister of Tourism of the State of Jalisco, on the importance of governmental recognition.
Business Events Are Essential to Share Experiences and Create Alliances
Smart City DevelopmentDr Victor M Larios uses design thinking and agile methodologies to accelerate technology transfer in living labs.
New Beginnings
IntermissionHere’s to starting over, or starting back up again. To embarking on new adventures, and to every sweet refrain.
Imagine the Great Unlearning
The Value of ThinkingFor the most, unlearning is seen as something positive; we unlearn what seems obsolete to give room to what seems more useful.
Designing for Good Meetings
Great DesignDesigning a “good meeting” requires the insight and innovations found throughout the book Meetings, by Default or by Design.
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Intelligence of Imagination
IntroAtti Soenarso on whether Artificial Imagination is the latest and greatest invention or discussion in IT, or a decades-old concept.
The Importance of Business Events
Business IntelligenceClaudia Vanessa Pérez Lamas, Minister of Tourism of the State of Jalisco, on the importance of governmental recognition.
The Meetings Universe Is Evolving into the Multiverse
Strategic DevelopmentGustavo Staufert on taking proactive action on educational programs in a postpandemic change-accelerated world with new topics on the horizon.
Our Big Challenge Is to Continue Enlightening Our Visitors
9 QsOceanographer Paulina Balbontin Durón puts the focus on sustainability, biodiversity and coastal management projects.
Business Events Are Essential to Share Experiences and Create Alliances
Smart City DevelopmentDr Victor M Larios uses design thinking and agile methodologies to accelerate technology transfer in living labs.
Australian Business Events Association to Launch in July
RadarA unified Australian Business Events Association is the biggest shake-up of the business events association landscape in over a decade.
Introjection and Projection
Psychological MeetingsHans Gordon delves into identity formation and social constructions that lead to reasonably stable identities.
Copenhagen CVB Launches Risk Assessment Project
RadarWhat are the risks when organising a congress, and how can the industry move towards a more balanced approach to risk-sharing management?.
Designing for Good Meetings
Great DesignDesigning a “good meeting” requires the insight and innovations found throughout the book Meetings, by Default or by Design.
New Beginnings
IntermissionHere’s to starting over, or starting back up again. To embarking on new adventures, and to every sweet refrain.
Getting Started the Right Way
Facilitate the ProcessAn excerpt from the book Meetings, by Default or by Design, conceived and written by Mike van der Vijver and Eric de Groot.
Travel and Tourism Cybersecurity Jobs Grow by 54 per Cent
RadarDespite the pandemic obstacles faced by the industry, the cybersecurity job postings managed to remain stable and even grew.
We Are Quickly Moving into a Multi-Mixed Reality
Vision ChangeWhat is the future of meetings? Thomas de Ming argues that there simply is no future for meetings in their current structure.
The 22 Strangest Rules of Life-Long Success
SharmaRobin Sharma jotted down some insights for you in a moment of unbridled, unshackled, and unlimited inspiration.
Imex Frankfurt Set to Put Planners in the Driving Seat for Change
RadarThe education programme recognises that proactively embracing change is fast becoming a core skill in today’s business climate.
She Means Business Set to Ask Where Gender Equality Meets Sustainability
RadarIntroduces a programme packed with honest discussion and women who are leading the way to a more equitable future.
Imagine the Great Unlearning
The Value of ThinkingFor the most, unlearning is seen as something positive; we unlearn what seems obsolete to give room to what seems more useful.
How Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Will Redefine the Future of Business Events
Mind-blowing OpportunitiesIf you think the last few years have been head-spinning in this business, get ready for the supercharged next decade.
Our Coworker Jasper Sadly Lacks Soul and Proper Thinking Skills
KellermanRoger Kellerman on being driven by desire and emotion where only our imagination limits what we can achieve. Can robots have fantasies?
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