Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes, mdg’s chief marketing strategist, on why we need to stop thinking about events going back to normal and focus on changing outdated business models.

The Toy Association offers an affordable digital alternative to an in-person event, bringing together toy manufacturers (sellers) with specialty retailers (buyers) before the 2020 holiday season.

In what is the largest business events industry survey conducted for the APAC region to date, 531 event industry professionals — 342 planners and 189 suppliers — participated in the latest PCMA survey.

From staffing requirements to keeping participants engaged, here’s what The Ortus Club has learned in short order about virtual audiences.

The TILT Group launched its BRIGHT video series, featuring speakers with uplifting stories and career advice, to give professionals a break from the stresses brought on by the pandemic and inspiration to move forward.

How the Live Events Coalition is lobbying for federal support for 12 million live events industry workers. 

When COVID-19 travel restrictions prevented mentors Boy George and Kelly Rowland from returning to Australia for the live shows, producers introduced a few workarounds — which may inspire ideas for hybrid event organizers — to make them seem more like they were on set.

In a recent Catalyst post, meeting professionals discussed how the force majeure clause has changed during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The most successful athletes manage their energy; the business world seems obsessed with managing time, according to former sports agent Molly Fletcher.

A joint annual meeting moved — where else? — online, using two tools to streamline communication, and a swag item to perk up virtual social hours.

Still working remotely? Time-management and productivity expert Laura Vanderkam recommended ways to stay connected with your colleagues — and make sure your quality of work isn’t slipping.

With amateur sports competitions are being held again in U.S. cities, sports associations, CVBs, and venues are exercising great care to make them safe. Yet public health experts remain concerned.