James Lancaster

James Lancaster

Editorial Director

AMI editor James Lancaster is a familiar face in the meetings industry and international association community. Since joining AMI in 2010, he has gained a reputation for asking difficult questions and getting lost in convention centres. Proofer, podcaster, and panellist - in his spare time, James likes to walk, read, listen to music, and drink beer.

The Latest From James Lancaster

Webinar: why associations should embrace sustainabilityMarch 26, 2021Webinar: why associations should embrace sustainabilityBy James LancasterOrganisers widen delegate profile as AWC goes online onlyMarch 24, 2021Organisers widen delegate profile as AWC goes online onlyBy James LancasterThis year’s Associations World Congress (AWC) will now be held entirely online....Collaboration key as more cities join expanding hybrid movementMarch 24, 2021Collaboration key as more cities join expanding hybrid movementBy James LancasterA network of cities working together to promote hybrid meetings has welcomed eight new members in the...London skylineMarch 23, 2021London seen as ‘safer bet’ thanks to pace of vaccine rolloutBy James LancasterThe pace of the UK’s vaccine rollout is making London a ‘safer bet’ for international meetings and...Tallinn joins GDS-Index with plastic ban and 8-mile insect corridorMarch 22, 2021Tallinn joins GDS-Index with plastic ban and 8-mile insect corridorBy James LancasterAlready renowned for its world class digital infrastructure, Tallinn is now forging a reputation as...Certificate could give green light for travel inside EuropeMarch 19, 2021Certificate could give green light for travel inside EuropeBy James LancasterMovement inside the European Union could be made easier if proposals to issue travellers with a...Supplier view: bureaux are getting the crumbs from the tableMarch 16, 2021Supplier view: bureaux are getting the crumbs from the tableBy James LancasterInternational associations like to think ahead. Some will issue a request for proposals (RFPs) from...Dubai’s conference ambassadors triumph in adversityMarch 8, 2021Dubai’s conference ambassadors triumph in adversityBy James LancasterThe key role conference ambassadors can play in a city’s fortunes was highlighted after Dubai Business...Deep Dive S1: Being a volunteer is not about your CV Jeffers MirukaMarch 3, 2021Deep Dive S1: Being a volunteer is not about your CV Jeffers MirukaBy James Lancaster"Being a board member is not about your CV. It's about your legacy. When you see strong associations...London is ‘intellectual capital’ for association board membersMarch 2, 2021London is ‘intellectual capital’ for association board membersBy James LancasterLondon is the ‘intellectual capital’ of the world, according to a report, which ranks cities by the...AustralasiaMarch 1, 2021Australasia names 13 most influential association leadersBy James LancasterAustralia and New Zealand have honoured their most influential association leaders....Associations: how to make friends and influence peopleMarch 1, 2021Associations: how to make friends and influence peopleBy James LancasterThe coronavirus pandemic has changed everything: so how can associations help shape the policies that...AMI Webinar: Face-to-face in the shadow of Covid-19March 1, 2021AMI Webinar: Face-to-face in the shadow of Covid-19By James LancasterWebinar: How to create online events that will excite sponsors and exhibitorsMarch 1, 2021Webinar: How to create online events that will excite sponsors and exhibitorsBy James LancasterThe coronavirus pandemic has forced associations to make the switch from in-person to virtual events,...The road to recovery: borders bubbles and beachesFebruary 19, 2021The road to recovery: borders bubbles and beachesBy James LancasterBorder crossing...Deep Dive S1: We need clearer objectives Mike van der VijverFebruary 16, 2021Deep Dive S1: We need clearer objectives Mike van der VijverBy James LancasterThe art of meeting design has been neglected for too long, argues Mike van der Vijver, co-founder of...UK: historic cities form new joint convention bureauFebruary 10, 2021UK: historic cities form new joint convention bureauBy James LancasterTwo neighbouring cities in the southwest of England have joined forces to attract conference business...‘Doing nothing’ not an option as Adelaide commits to events showcaseFebruary 5, 2021‘Doing nothing’ not an option as Adelaide commits to events showcaseBy James LancasterThe head of an Australian convention bureau has told event organisers to get used to the ‘new normal’...Deep Dive S1: It was a bad year for digital dinosaurs Giuseppe MarlettaFebruary 3, 2021Deep Dive S1: It was a bad year for digital dinosaurs Giuseppe MarlettaBy James LancasterThe last twelve months have challenged association leaders to respond quickly to unfolding events and...Inclusion: could hybrid worsen the ‘digital divide’February 2, 2021Inclusion: could hybrid worsen the ‘digital divide’By James LancasterAt what point does an idea someone floated on LinkedIn calcify into received wisdom?...Load More from James Lancaster
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