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Glasgow’s Conference Impact Network Delivers in Inaugural Year
A Year of Legacy-Building Initiatives: Glasgow has cemented its reputation as a global leader in creating purpose-driven conferences, with the Glasgow Convention Bureau delivering an exceptional year of impact through the Glasgow Conference Impact Network (GCIN). Launched in partnership with the Glasgow Science Festival in March 2024, the network fosters collaboration among local stakeholders to…
How US-Canada Tariff Tensions Could Disrupt Business Events
From Skift Meetings: President Donald Trump’s proposed 25% tariff on nearly all goods from Canada has been put on hold for 30 days, but business event leaders are still nervous. When the tariff was announced, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau matched the 25% tariffs on American goods in response. In addition, 10% tariffs on all…
ICCA Congress Becomes First Global Event to Achieve Zero Food Waste to Landfill Certification
From Boardroom: The 63rd ICCA Congress, held at the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi from October 20-23, 2024, has made history as the first-ever global event to receive The PLEDGE on Food Waste’s Zero Food Waste to Landfill Event Certification. “Sustainability is no longer a choice – it is a responsibility,” said ICCA CEO Senthil…
UKEVENTS to Engage MPs Through Exhibition in Parliament
From M&IT: UKEVENTS, the umbrella organisation for the UK events industry, is set to highlight the sector to MPs with an exhibition in Parliament. The exhibition will be in the Upper Waiting Hall of the Palace of Westminster from 3-6 February 2025. The event will provide an opportunity for MPs to engage directly with industry…
BestCities Global Forum 2025: A Vision for Legacy, Innovation, and Inclusion
From Boardroom: Despite the challenges posed by modern travel in a climate-changing world (Hello Éowyn!), the BestCities Global Forum 2025, hosted by Dublin Convention Bureau, stood as a testament to resilience and innovation in the global events industry. Association executives from across the world gathered to explore themes of legacy, inclusivity, and technological transformation, proving…
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