Meetings International | BIR, No. 18: Table of Contents
Close the Gaps between Policy and Practise
IntroAtti Soenarso on COP28 and the need to disrupt business as usual with action from everyone, as now is not the time to be on the sidelines.
Navigating from Now to Next
Lift LeadershipFuturist Rohit Talwar on which capabilities are critical for meetings industry leaders in a fast-changing and uncertain world.
The Unbroken Spirit Runs Deep in Lviv
Despite the ChallengesIn Ukraine, every business now holds its front line, but the war will end, and Lviv is planning for business recovery.
The Nexus of Destinations and Associations
The Change NeededDestinations and associations have both seen unprecedented change to their business imperatives in the last decade.
The Pros and Cons of Functional Stupidity
A Dose of StupidityFunctional stupidity can be catastrophic, and yet also produce good, short-term results. This is the stupidity paradox.
Eating Habits and Sociality Laid the Foundation for Our Large Brains
ResearchNew research into the causes of primates’ larger brains, leads to accurate models of predicting brain sizes without measuring.
Invaluable Potential of Scientific Staff
Human CapitalMany scientists, despite their international recognition, are unaware of their power of influence. A yet unrealised potential.
How to Redesign Business Events for an Increasingly Global, Mobile and Connected Audience
DisplacementScott Steinberg on digital nomads and how virtually anything goes for modern professionals these days.
Russian Business Events: Change in the Formats and Structure
Changing RoadmapA massive exodus of Western companies and the continued pressure of sanctions has transformed the industry.
The Great Political Hypocrisy: Pretending Not to Understand
KellermanRoger Kellerman on the cost of hypocrisy, the cost of being ruled by ignorance, and the need to build for the future.
