In today’s litigious society, the risk of liability is all around us. In this session, we’ll discuss the application of well-known laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act to “disabilities” like food allergies as well as lesser known international laws such as the Volunteer Protection Act, U.K. Corporate Manslaughter Act, and “duty to rescue” laws….
At a macro level, the Asian market continues to hold great promise given her rising affluence, reasonable GDP growth and regional collaborations. With all these factors at play, how has our industry leveraged on opportunities in “our backyard” and engaged our community? At a micro level, the rise of technology is a double-edged sword – improving…
Social responsibility, more technology and better use of time are what delegates want. And four out of five think face to face will remain important. To mark the silver anniversary of Asia-Pacific Incentives and Meetings Expo (AIME), the Melbourne Convention Bureau commissioned McCrindle Research to conduct a study on future meetings trends. From Association Meetings International…
EPEX is tmf India’s industry-defining expo in collaboration with India’s largest MICE, Destination Events and Weddings platform: The WOW Awards and Convention Asia! 2016 saw close to 90 hosted buyers, an additional 60 walk-in buyers, and a networking opportunity with over 1000 industry experts from across MICE, Events, Weddings in India and Asia!
Meetings Africa serves as the primary platform to enable the growth of South Africa and the rest of the continent’s business events industry and ultimately contribute towards the continent’s economic growth. Meetings Africa is a 2-day trade show with a dedicated Educational Day which is executed in conjunction with the key industry associations.
This SITE Foundation event brings together SITE members, industry colleagues and top Hosted Buyers the night before IMEX 2017 for an evening of networking and business exchanges.
The unique event is designed to promote growth in emerging destinations, featuring education on topics relevant to MICE professionals in the region. With our hosts, Meet In Ireland / Fáilte Ireland, the SITE International Board of Directors and SITE Foundation Board of Trustees have come together to create an invaluable educational experience with the latest global incentive…
This event brings together a cross functional group of regional incentive travel leaders and featured engaging and relevant education, while allowing attendees to experience a world-class destination. SITE Incentive Summit Americas 2017 will be held in Vail, Colorado at three, luxury incentive hotels located in the center of Vail Village.
Guidelines to assist an international association in the appointment of a Professional Congress Organiser (PCO) for their meeting. How to Choose the Right PCO
Meeting Professionals are invited to join us for a unique learning experience that is focused on a well-rounded look at conference management and the changing landscape of our industry. In order to maximize learning outcomes and networking opportunities, this seminar is strictly limited in size and allows for maximum interaction with faculty and industry experts.
From Convening Leaders 2017 in Austin, Texas, here are views on the correct way to approach the sector from three convention industry chiefs: Chris Cahill, CEO of Luxury Brands, Accor Hotels, Matt Sanderson, President & CEO of SmithBucklin and Joseph Popolo, CEO of Freeman. From PCMA… 5 Key Lessons from Convention Industry CEOs
M&IT offer a number of training webinars which are tailored to the conference, meetings and events industry, for both suppliers and buyers to better understand the market, including Social Media for Events; The Venue Contracts Minefield; Health, Safety & Risk Assessments; The Bribery Act; Data Protection in Events.
A minimum of 10 and maximum 15 ICCA venues each invite a client to the Workshop to discuss their specific meeting requirements. Clients must conform to strict selection criteria, so ensuring that participating venues can promote their company and services to senior decision-makers who are actively looking for destinations and venues. No other event offers…
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