News & Trends

What’s happening — or coming up next — in the meetings and events world and beyond.

New Survey Shows a Sign of Hope for the Return of Travel

Over the next six weeks, nearly half of U.S. travelers have plans for their first trip since the COVID-19 pandemic began keeping them at home.

BY David McMillin May 27, 2020

GES VP John ‘Jack’ Patronski to Retire June 30

John “Jack” Patronski looks back on four decades of leadership in the meetings and events industry.

May 26, 2020

Digital Event Design: 4 Realities of the ‘Wild West of the Speaker World’

Here are four things organizers need to keep in mind when trying to secure speakers for online events and webinars, according to the head of a speakers bureau.

BY David McMillin May 26, 2020

Florida Tourism Leaders Meet with Vice President on Revitalizing Travel Industry

On May 20, travel and tourism industry leaders representing hotels and theme parks met with Vice President Mike Pence to discuss recovery efforts.

BY Casey Gale May 22, 2020

Hilton CEO Talks About the Future and the Guest Experience

In a Washington Post webinar, Hilton President and CEO Chris Nassetta discussed the contactless hotel experience and how the recovery will play out.

BY Michelle Russell May 22, 2020

During COVID-19, Caterer Turns From Groups to Patients and the Military

When convention centers were called upon to house patients and government agencies due to COVID-19, Levy Restaurants pitched in to lend their food and beverages services.

BY Casey Gale May 22, 2020

4 Misconceptions About Virtual Events — and 4 New Habits to Develop Now

Christine Renaud, CEO of e180 and creator of the peer-to-peer learning platform Braindate, explains what it takes to create virtual learning experiences where humans connect, reset, and grow.

BY Christine Renaud May 22, 2020

PSAV’s MeetSAFE Guidelines Offer Strategy for Meeting During COVID-19

A new resource addresses meeting design, room layout, traffic flow, technology considerations, and enhanced cleaning procedures as the industry looks to convening groups in the near future.

BY Curt Wagner May 21, 2020

Using the Quarantine as a Time to Focus on Yourself

Self-described ‘bad ass’ Bozoma Saint John on taking this time to figure out your next move, without putting too much pressure on yourself.

BY Michelle Russell May 20, 2020

How to Make the ‘New Normal’ of Face-to-Face Work

As event organizers try to envision what’s next for meetings and trade shows, Freeman has released a new set of considerations and changes to help safeguard their attendees.

BY David McMillin May 20, 2020

A Socially Distant Concert During COVID-19

The first concert in a music venue since the COVID-19 crisis began included fog sprayers, fan pods, and limits on bathroom-goers. Is this a preview of the future of face-to-face engagement?

BY David McMillin May 20, 2020

Why Your Digital Event Shouldn’t Be Free

Worried about charging virtual event registration fees? A recent PCMA Catalyst conversation explores the costs — and value — of virtual events.

BY Convene Editors May 20, 2020

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