Editor’s Note: This article continues the Events Industry Council’s ongoing Futures Landscape Series, exploring the macro forces shaping the global business events industry, as identified in the EIC Futures Landscape […]
Navigating a More Complex World: Mobility and the Future of Business Events Read Post »
The Events Industry Council (EIC) has announced the 2026 class of the CMP Fellows Programme, welcoming 72 distinguished Certified Meeting Professionals (CMPs) and Emeritus CMPs whose careers reflect sustained leadership,
CMP Fellows Programme Announces 2026 Class Read Post »
If there’s one acronym dominating conversations in our industry right now, it’s ESG—Environmental, Social, and Governance. What started as a sustainability conversation has evolved into a holistic framework that touches every aspect of event planning. It’s no longer about checking a box; it’s about creating experiences that reflect values, deliver measurable impact, and foster lasting change.
ESG: The Next Chapter in Event Design Read Post »
Meredith Flannagan, CMP Fellow, CMM, is an accomplished meetings and events leader with more than 20 years of experience delivering high-impact corporate and experiential events across global organisations. She currently serves as Director of Meetings & Events at Gensler and is an active member of EIC’s Sustainability and Social Impact Committee, where she helps advance inclusive and sustainable event practices worldwide.
As we approach year’s end, I have been reflecting on what has been an especially energising and fulfilling year for the global business events community. From major international gatherings to
A Note from EIC President and CEO Amy Calvert Read Post »
Accessibility has always been central to our industry’s purpose: bringing people together across physical, digital, and cultural barriers. But the next frontier asks us to go deeper. As our world
From Access to Capacity: Why Neuroinclusion Is the Next Frontier in Event Design Read Post »
Yush Sztalkoper, CMP, is the founder of NeuroSpark+, helping the events industry design for human sustainability through neuroinclusion and systems transformation. With almost two decades designing global corporate events at UBS, JPMorgan, and Gartner, she now pioneers neuroinclusion frameworks for the AI era—using the events industry as a laboratory for capacity-first approaches that reshape how we create human connection at scale.
Yush created The Human OS™, Root Reflection™ diagnostic, SHIFT Pathway™, and NeuroDesign™ methodology—a complete system that scales from individuals to entire industries, moving all from surviving to thriving.
As part of our Futures Landscape Series focus on Accessibility and Inclusion, Beth Surmont, CMP Fellow sat down with Samantha “Sam” Evans, ICE-CCP, CAE, MBA, Certification Director at IAAP (International
Accessibility Starts with the Design, Not the Request Read Post »
Beth Surmont is an event strategist who works with associations to reimagine their events. With experience in both corporate and non-profit events, and as the Head of Strategy & Design for 360 Live Media, Beth is a leading designer of the next era of events.
In today’s business-events landscape, four generations share the same spaces — as attendees, clients, suppliers, and colleagues. Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z now influence design, and experience
Generational Intelligence: The New Currency of Event Design Read Post »
Eduardo Chaillo is a natural connector of meeting and tourism professionals globally. Currently President of his own consultancy company: Global Meetings & Tourism Specialists, he is now also Global General Manager for Maritz Latin America.
Today marks a milestone for the global business events community with the official launch of the updated Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) exam, aligned with the 2025 CMP International Standards (CMP-IS) which
Updated CMP Exam Now Live, Aligns with Modern Competencies and Global Standards Read Post »
The team at Marina Bay Sands shares strategies for making sustainability and wellness a priority. Across the global business events industry, sustainability has irrevocably become top-of-mind for every destination, venue,
Prioritising Sustainability and Wellness in the Events Industry Read Post »
Sustainability in the business events industry was once narrowly associated with actions such as recycling bins and reducing paper use. Today, the dialogue has evolved into a far more comprehensive
Developing a Deeper View of Sustainability: Kate Hernandez, CMP Read Post »
Our industry is one of precision, performance, and passion. We orchestrate meaningful encountersand bring people together across borders, sectors, and ideologies. Yet too often, in the pursuit of excellence, we
The Human Agenda: Reclaiming Wellbeing in Business Events Read Post »
Eduardo Chaillo is a natural connector of meeting and tourism professionals globally. Currently President of his own consultancy company: Global Meetings & Tourism Specialists, he is now also Global General Manager for Maritz Latin America.
Mary-Ann Urbanovich, MS, CMP Fellow, CMP-HC: Leading with Purpose, Knowledge, and Impact This month, we shine a spotlight on one of the industry’s most seasoned professionals, Mary-Ann Urbanovich, MS, CMP Fellow,
CMP Spotlight Interview: Mary-Ann Urbanovich Read Post »
Richard Allchild, the UK-based Head of Sales North America for IMEX Group and Vice Chair of Business Development for the MPI Foundation Global Board of Trustees, has long recognized the
Richard Allchild, CMP on the Power of the Certification and What’s Ahead at IMEX America Read Post »
Events Industry Council crossed a significant milestone last week with the completion of the CMP Beta Exam — one of the final steps in a years-long project to update the
CMP Exam Beta Testing Period Concludes, Testing Resumes in August Read Post »
The Events Industry Council is thrilled to welcome Carolyn Patterson-Kemper, M.S., CMP, DES to the EIC Management Team as our new Director, CMP Certification Programme. After living in Atlanta where
Welcome New CMP Certification Programme Director Read Post »
Meet Devin Lewis, CMP Fellow, CEM, DES, HMCC CMP Governance Commission Chair Elect Devn Lewis, CMP Fellow, CEM, DES, HMCC credits her CMP certification for introducing her to a long
CMP Fellows Spotlight Read Post »
Today, EIC released an update to the Certified Meeting Professional International Standards (CMP-IS). This update will be the foundation for a revised CMP exam and related study materials, which will
EIC Announces Updated CMP International Standards and Beta Exam Read Post »
The Events Industry Council (EIC), the global voice of the business events industry on advocacy, research, professional recognition, and standards, today released an update to the Certified Meeting Professional International
EIC Releases Update to CMP International Standards Read Post »
The team at Encore shares strategies for delivering increased value to participants and your organisation Did you know 80 percent of meeting organisers say in-person events are the most effective
Designing for Impact: 5 Ways to Enhance Event Value Read Post »
In an ever-evolving events industry, adapting, innovating and creating relevant and engaging experiences is essential for success. EIC’s Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) certification, long considered the gold standard for event
At CMP Advance in Toronto, attendees participated in a panel discussion about the importance of certifications and there impact on our industry and global connections. EIC Knowledge Committee member, Cara
The Impact of Certifications on Global Connections Read Post »
Known for its long-standing reputation as the world’s premier leader in luxury wellness guidance, Canyon Ranch has helped many CMPs produce top-tier mindful corporate experiences. “The value of Canyon Ranch
Canyon Ranch Proves a Powerful Partner for CMPs Read Post »
Sustainable events are moving from a topic of conversation to becoming a priority for event organisers as part of sound business practices. In addition to creating a more sustainable and equitable future, sustainable events enhance brand reputation, generate cost savings, ensure regulatory compliance, mitigate risks, attract talent, create value, and drive innovation.
Five Ways to Make Your Events More Sustainable Read Post »
Stephanie Jones is the Managing Director, Professional Development and Event Strategy with the Water Environment Federation and a member of EIC’s Sustainability and Social Impact Committee. Stephanie led the sustainability and social impact efforts for WEFTEC 2023, which received a Gold Level certification to the EIC Sustainable Event Standards and was a finalist for the 2023 IMEX-EIC Innovation in Sustainability Award.
