Business Events Sydney (BESydney) released a comprehensive report to close 2023 reflecting on the direct and indirect contribution of business events to the City of Sydney and New South Wales economy. The report reveals a strong emphasis on delivering social impact through events in addition to sectoral development and the direct economic, or consumption economy,…
From Asian Leisure Business: The Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre is concluding 2023 on a high note, having hosted 1,724 events over the course of the year – the highest number since 2014 and a major bounce back for the venue which, at the height of the pandemic, hosted just 300 events in 2021. These events…
From Boardroom: On 13-14 December, the Brussels International Association Forum (BIAF) unfolded its dynamic agenda at Maison de la Poste, a beacon of sustainability in the heart of the Belgian capital. With approximately 100 participants, the forum emerged as a melting pot of novel ideas and forward-thinking discussions, delving into contemporary themes such as cybersecurity,…
From Skift Meetings: Singapore has clinched the number one spot in the latest International Convention Destination Competitive Index Report by GainingEdge. This benchmarking tool aims to help cities hosting international association meetings find their competitive position and identify areas for improvement. The ascendancy of Singapore suggests broader geopolitical and economic shifts influencing the international meetings…
Each year, Convene’s editors pick one trend — it can be in the headlines or flying under the radar — they think will have an impact on business events in the coming year. Here’s what we’ll be following in 2024: The Promise of AI for Events – Large language models like ChatGPT continue to dominate…
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