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EIC Members, Futures Landscape, Workforce

Member Insights: Building the Destination Workforce of the Future

Like the business events industry, destination organisations are in the people business. They connect communities, convene partners, tell the stories of places and help travel and business events generate lasting […]

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September 16, 2026

By Sophia Hyder Hock

Destinations International

Chief Impact Officer

Sophia Hyder Hock

Destinations International

Chief Impact Officer

Sophia Hyder Hock has over two decades of experience developing tailored strategy, training, facilitation and coaching services for clients in the international development and travel industries. At DI, she leads the work of the impact, professional development and advocacy departments.

EIC Members, Futures Landscape, Research

A Sector Defined by Resilience: A Global View of Travel and Tourism in a Disrupted World

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 Study 2025.

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April 18, 2026

EIC Members, Sustainable Events

Reimagining Waste, Redefining Luxury: Marina Bay Sands Establishes a Closed Loop in Renewable Fuel

As the global business events sector responds to rising sustainability expectations, venues are increasingly challenged to address one of the sectors’ most persistent blind spots: operational waste and on-site energy

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March 28, 2026

EIC Members, Futures Landscape, Member Spotlight, Sustainable Events

Walking in the Same Direction: A Question for the Tourism Industry

Several years ago at an industry conference, a young professional waited quietly until the room cleared after a panel discussion. When he finally approached, he didn’t ask for a business

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March 25, 2026

By Jason Dunn, Sr.

National Coalition of Black Meeting Professionals

CEO

Jason Dunn, Sr.

National Coalition of Black Meeting Professionals

CEO

As CEO of the National Coalition of Black Meeting Professionals, Jason Dunn, Sr. leads initiatives to advance diversity and inclusion within the tourism industry. His work emphasizes collaboration and community empowerment, leveraging expertise in event planning to create opportunities that foster growth and representation.

EIC Members, Member Spotlight, Sustainable Events

EIC Member Spotlight: IAEE

This Spotlight is part of an ongoing series highlighting EIC Association and Corporate Members and the important work they are doing to serve our shared industry.

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February 10, 2026

EIC Members, Research, Strategic Partners

Why We Gather: Hilton’s 2026 Trends Reinforce the Enduring Value of Business Events

In a world shaped by a desire for connection, evolving work patterns and rising expectations around purpose, one fundamental truth remains: gathering in person matters. Hilton’s 2026 Trends Report Special Sectionoffers

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January 31, 2026

EIC Members, Member Spotlight, Strategic Partners, Sustainable Events

EIC Member Spotlight: Marina Bay Sands

This Spotlight is part of an ongoing series highlighting EIC Association and Corporate Members and the important work they are doing to serve our shared industry.

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January 15, 2026

EIC Members, Member Spotlight

EIC Member Spotlight: Maritz

This Spotlight is part of an ongoing series highlighting EIC Association and Corporate Members and the important work they are doing to serve our shared industry.

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December 17, 2025

EIC Members, Member Spotlight

Member Spotlight: International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA)

This Spotlight is part of an ongoing series highlighting EIC Association and Corporate Members and the important work they are doing to serve our shared industry.

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November 25, 2025

EIC Members, Futures Landscape, Research, Strategic Partners, Sustainable Events, Technology

Partner Insights: Creating More Accessible and Inclusive Events with AI

Artificial intelligence may be reshaping the way we plan, produce and personalise events—but one of its most powerful capabilities lies in its ability to make business events more accessible, inclusive and

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November 11, 2025

EIC Members, Workforce

IMEX–MPI–MCI Future Leaders Forum at IMEX America Welcomes 106 Students

The IMEX–MPI–MCI Future Leaders Forum welcomed 106 students at IMEX America— an increase from 2024 and a strong signal of continued interest in careers across the global business events sector. Launched in 2003, the Forum

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October 31, 2025

EIC Members, Futures Landscape, Sustainable Events

From Build to Breakdown: Sustainability in Exhibitions

The exhibition and events industry is making visible strides toward a more sustainable future — and it’s doing so together. What began as a joint effort by the Exhibition Services

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October 27, 2025

EIC Members, Member Spotlight

Member Spotlight: Incentive Research Foundation

This Spotlight is part of an ongoing series highlighting EIC Association and Corporate Members and the important work they are doing to serve our shared industry.

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September 30, 2025

Economic Significance of Business Events Study

Advocacy, EIC Members, Industry News, News, Research

EIC Announces 2026 Global Economic Significance Study and Advocacy Day

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

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September 14, 2025

EIC Members, News, Sustainable Events

Convening Leaders 2025 Achieves Platinum Sustainable Event Standards Certification

PCMA’s annual flagship event advances from Silver Certification, setting a new benchmark for sustainable business events WASHINGTON, D.C. (9 September 2025) – The Events Industry Council (EIC) announced today that

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September 8, 2025

CMPs, EIC Members, Strategic Partners, Sustainable Events

Prioritising Sustainability and Wellness in the Events Industry

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,

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August 1, 2025

EIC Members, Research, Strategic Partners

IMEX Report: How to Lead with Impact in Extreme Times

In a world gripped by disruption ranging from economic shocks to geopolitical instability, the business and events industry finds itself navigating unprecedented uncertainty. How to Lead with Impact in Extreme

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July 27, 2025

EIC Member

Member Insights: Building the Destination Workforce of the Future

A Sector Defined by Resilience: A Global View of Travel and Tourism in a Disrupted World

Reimagining Waste, Redefining Luxury: Marina Bay Sands Establishes a Closed Loop in Renewable Fuel

Walking in the Same Direction: A Question for the Tourism Industry

EIC Member Spotlight: IAEE

Why We Gather: Hilton’s 2026 Trends Reinforce the Enduring Value of Business Events

EIC Member Spotlight: Marina Bay Sands

EIC Member Spotlight: Maritz

Member Spotlight: International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA)

Partner Insights: Creating More Accessible and Inclusive Events with AI

IMEX–MPI–MCI Future Leaders Forum at IMEX America Welcomes 106 Students

From Build to Breakdown: Sustainability in Exhibitions

Member Spotlight: Incentive Research Foundation

EIC Announces 2026 Global Economic Significance Study and Advocacy Day

Convening Leaders 2025 Achieves Platinum Sustainable Event Standards Certification

Prioritising Sustainability and Wellness in the Events Industry

IMEX Report: How to Lead with Impact in Extreme Times

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