Global Meetings Industry Day set for 6 April 2027, reinforcing EIC’s commitment to research-driven advocacy and industry resilience WASHINGTON, D.C., U.S.A. (22 October 2026) — The Events Industry Council (EIC), the […]
New research finds business events generated US$3.1 trillion in total business sales, contributed US$1.8 trillion to global GDP and supported 24.2 million jobs in 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C., U.S.A. (4 August
EIC Releases Full 2026 Global Economic Significance of Business Events Study Read Post »
WASHINGTON, D.C., U.S.A. (23 June 2026) — The Events Industry Council (EIC), the global voice of the business events industry on advocacy, research, professional recognition and standards, today released the Q1
As the 2026 Global Economic Significance of Business Events Study has now confirmed, our industry is one of the most powerful economic and societal forces in the world. The research
Beyond Economic Impact: Why It’s Time We Tell a Stronger Story About Business Events Read Post »
With more than 20 years in the events industry, Deanna Griffith-House brings to the table a rich background in complex project management, honed through years of orchestrating high-profile events on a global scale. Her expertise extends beyond mere logistics, encompassing event portfolio strategy and implementation with a meticulous eye for detail. Her strategic acumen is matched only by the ability to conceptualize innovative experiences that captivate audiences and leave a lasting impression.
The future of the global business events industry took centre stage at the Events Industry Council’s Global Meetings Industry Day programme, held at La Maison Française at the Embassy of
New global research with Oxford Economics finds business events generated US$1.3 trillion in direct spending and supported US$1.8 trillion in total GDP worldwide in 2025 The Events Industry Council
EIC Releases 2026 Global Economic Significance of Business Events Executive Summary Read Post »
WASHINGTON, D.C., U.S.A. (24 March 2026) The Events Industry Council (EIC) today announced the launch of Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) 2026 and advocacy framework, a worldwide year-round initiative that
WASHINGTON, D.C., U.S.A. (18 March 2026) — The Events Industry Council (EIC), the global voice of the business events industry on advocacy, research, professional recognition and standards, today announced the launch
EIC Launches Global Survey for Economic Significance of Business Events Study Read Post »
WASHINGTON, D.C., U.S.A. (29 January 2026) — The Events Industry Council (EIC), the global voice of the business events industry on advocacy, research, professional recognition and standards, today announced the
Seminal Research to be Released in Conjunction with Global Meetings Industry Day WASHINGTON, D.C., U.S.A. (15 September 2025) — The Events Industry Council, the global voice of the business events
EIC Announces 2026 Global Economic Significance Study and Advocacy Day Read Post »
