HQ Reports: Meet Aotearoa's Business Heart 

Auckland is a dynamic and multicultural city which is reflected in its vibrant visitor economy. In New Zealand’s most diverse region, this vibrancy has been halted but continues to fuel the plans of a premium event destination.

UFI Global Barometer Delivers Updates on COVID-19 Impact

The complete UFI Barometer provides dedicated profiles for 28 markets and regions. 78% of companies are confident that COVID-19 has reinforced the value of face-to-face events, and that the sector will recover quickly.

Associations & Sustainable Development Goals

"There must be a commitment from the event destination not only to implement (the event) but also to continue with the legacy project long after the conference ends, which often means a duration of several years, depending on the goals."

Brisbane Called to Host 2032 Summer Olympics

The city of Brisbane is set to host Australia’s third Summer Olympic Games following the decision by the International Olympic Committee. 
The Games are estimated to be worth $8 billion for the state of Queensland and will create up to 100,000 jobs.

As Cities Fill Tech Gaps Power of Smart Cities Unleashes

A new report provides urban tech insights including potential implications for equity, security, and financial sustainability. Technology can help address mounting urban challenges, but most cities need to close governance gaps first.

IAPCO Launches Forum on the Future of the Business Events

5 Ministers of Tourism and Development have accepted IAPCO's invitation to discuss their vision of business and professional events in their respective regions, reflect on  the safe return to in-person events, and look at the future of the sector. 

Number 100: The Time it Takes to Build Bridges

We have known since last year that our 100th edition would be celebrated behind closed doors.

Once upon a time we decided to launch a magazine specifically for associations based in Brussels. Many stories were told, several studies were shared, and even several destinations started their adventures on our pages.

How long can a magazine exist? As long as readers find it worth reading.

The Future of Events: New Strategies for Engagement
Thursday, 29 July 2021
2:00pm ET

Join this webinar LIVE for an interactive discussion on the future of business events, as they share best practices for navigating the next generation of conferences.

The Evolving Role of the Travel Manager
Thursday, 29 July 2021
6:00pm CEST

Register now for this 60-minute BTN Group thought-leadership webinar, sponsored by Egencia, to hear travel managers discuss how their roles have evolved.

PCMA EMEA Summer Social:
20 in their Twenties Takeover
Wednesday, 4 August 2021
4:00pm CEST

A monthly virtual gathering for the PCMA EMEA community to share regional updates and make business connections. Open to the EMEA business events community. Register Now

The New Realities of Corporate Travel
Tuesday, 3 August 2021
12:00pm ET

Register now for this 60-minute BTN Group webinar, as the panel discusses how to leverage supplier-provided technologies to communicate effectively with your travellers.