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Budget, Innovation and Engagement Ideas Were Centerstage at Global DMC Partners Annual

Smart Meetings

percent between 2024 and 2030, according to Grand View Research, and the European market is on a similar track. Negotiate with vendors and hotels for terms such as reduced management fees and service hours, things attendees can’t see and you might be able to handle internally. Like most things in life, timing makes a difference.

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Flight shaming in the events industry

Gallus Events

In December 2019 I travelled to Madrid to attend the Sustainable Innovation Summit, an official side event at the COP 26 UN Climate Change Conference. I was very keen to find out what sustainability professionals thought about flight shaming. To say that this increase in emissions was “disappointing” is putting it mildly.

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A ‘Watershed Moment’ for Events — and the World

PCMA Convene

COP26 is shorthand for the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties, a summit which brought leaders from more than 130 nations together to negotiate a global plan to address climate change. It also was the site for negotiations. See “Glasgow’s Sustainable Head Start” at the end of this story.) “We

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The European Energy Crisis: Can Sustainable Energy and Improved Efficiency Save Us? 

Management Events

In the Business Buzz Outlook session, The Global Energy Crisis: Will Sustainable Energy and Improved Efficiency Come to the Rescue of Businesses in Europe? Dr. Marc Ringel is the Director of the European Chair for Sustainable Development and Climate Transitions at Sciences Po, Paris, France.

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Canadian Tariffs Triggering Reputation Tarnish for U.S. Destinations

Smart Meetings

The Nordic Countries (including Greenland) The recovery of visitation to California is slower compared to other markets but the opportunity to align values such as sustainability and mindful living has never been stronger. India’s outbound market is expected to double by 2030 and keep doubling every five years.

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Navigating the Future of Business Events: Actionable Insights for 2025 

Event Leadership Institute

Train your team in advanced negotiation tactics to maximize every dollar. Opt for sustainable F&B choicessuch as meatless menusto save money while aligning with eco-friendly practices. The Generational Shift: From Boomers to Zoomers By 2030, Millennials and Gen Z will comprise 75% of the workforce, reshaping event expectations.

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