In volatile times, short-term efforts to strengthen organizational resilience and relevance dominate the agenda of many associations, yet association leaders are also grappling with a range of changes that have significant long-term implications for structures, people and businesses prospects.

In this regard, only half of leaders say their organisations are well prepared to anticipate and react to external shocks. On the other hand, hybrid and remote work are here to stay, balancing the increased potential of a globally dispersed workforce with the relational fabric and sense of community that employees crave.

We're currently finalising the post-holiday HQ #111 dedicated to these subjects but also to AI opportunities for event organisers, 3D Virtual environments and how to (re)create new sessions and segments in a hybrid experience. While you wait, enjoy the summer in the company of our latest issue #110 with the best examples and stories about diversity equity and inclusion!

Melbourne: Ushering in a New Era of Events!

Melbourne has an enviable reputation for collaboration, backed by an innovative and sustainable events supply chain, quality accommodation and unique experiences. But what is the city's status as a conventions destination right now? Check out our chat with the city's convention bureau.

How to Protect Associations from Health and Safety Risks during Business Travel?

Anuja Agrawal and Mary Miller Sallah are the authors of Check-Up, Check-In: Why Business Travel Strategies Should Prioritize Employee Health and Wellness, and have developed their professional paths in the medical field. We decided to talk to them about risk assessment for business travellers, and mental health protection for associations.

“When it comes to reputation, there is a strong Vancouver connection to Nature”

Destination Vancouver has signed the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action, and is committed to the Paris Agreement goals and Net Zero by 2050. In this conversation for HQ, their sustainability manager talks about what remains to be developed in tourism and MICE and the responsibilities DMOs face in this department.

Rise & Lead Summit & Awards 2023

Rise & Lead Women is an international non-profit that advances gender-balanced leadership and inclusion in the workplace. HQ is excited to partner with them for the 6th Rise & Lead Summit Europe 2023. This highly anticipated event will be held on September 14 & 15, 2023, at the NH Hotel in The Hague

New Report Reveals Travel Managers Are Confident About Business Activity

Cvent has published the latest edition of the Cvent Travel Managers Report: Europe Edition, which provides hotels, venues and destinations with an in-depth overview of corporate travel sourcing trends and activities, highlighting prospects for recovery and how venues and destinations can support shifting priorities.

Association Insights: Realising Sponsorship Potential in Digital Events

With in-person events slowly returning, associations are taking a deeper look at sponsors’ expectations and how to format content and deliver value in these settings. Virtual event tech may be fun to explore but what if your sponsors are reluctant to go digital or aren’t willing to invest in it at all? Find out more on this DGA Interel article

A Sneak Preview of Headquarters #111...

Last month, HQ hopped on a plane and flew around the world for an exclusive visit to Queensland, Eastern Australia, where we attended a site inspection between the cities of Brisbane and Cairns, as well as following the proceedings of the International AIDS Society's impressive HIV Science Conference.

Don't miss our exclusive report on this exciting and fascinating reconnaissance tour of Queensland's new services and infrastructure for your association!