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

Why associations chose these cities for their medical meetingsDecember 19, 2019Why associations chose these cities for their medical meetingsBy James LancasterHow cities are using their own medical experts to win international association meetings and leave a...Associations put faith in Christchurch ahead of centre openingDecember 18, 2019Associations put faith in Christchurch ahead of centre openingBy James LancasterA raft of associations have signed up to hold their flagship meetings at the Te Pae Christchurch...TEDSummit highlight of record-breaking year for Edinburgh venueDecember 16, 2019TEDSummit highlight of record-breaking year for Edinburgh venueBy James LancasterEdinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) bosses say they are ‘on track’ to achieve ‘record...Association society unveils new look to usher in 2020sDecember 13, 2019Association society unveils new look to usher in 2020sBy James LancasterThe European Society of Association Executives (ESAE) has unveiled a new look to usher in the 2020s....Community building in spotlight as destinations woo association plannersDecember 11, 2019Community building in spotlight as destinations woo association plannersBy James LancasterThe Destinations Alliance annual lunch attracted more than 50 guests, including representatives from...Lawyers’ associations accused of ‘whitewashing’ China’s human rights recordDecember 11, 2019Lawyers’ associations accused of ‘whitewashing’ China’s human rights recordBy James LancasterDelegates attending an international meeting of lawyers in China this week have been accused of...‘Academic and scientific collaboration’ lure associations to GlasgowDecember 10, 2019‘Academic and scientific collaboration’ lure associations to GlasgowBy James LancasterThree european associations have chosen the Scottish Event Campus (SEC), in Glasgow, for their...Williams to take helm at BestCities as organisation pushes legacyDecember 9, 2019Williams to take helm at BestCities as organisation pushes legacyBy James LancasterPaul Levee is stepping down as managing director of BestCities Alliance, the international network of...Why cancer society wants more engagement from congress hostsDecember 9, 2019Why cancer society wants more engagement from congress hostsBy James LancasterCongress organisers at the European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO) expect host...Why it’s healthier to keep wellness off the programmeDecember 4, 2019Why it’s healthier to keep wellness off the programmeBy James LancasterFrom superfoods to crystal singing bowls, aromatherapy oils to yogic retreats....Irish eyes are smiling as iconic Dublin venue named worlds bestDecember 4, 2019Irish eyes are smiling as iconic Dublin venue named worlds bestBy James LancasterThe Convention Centre Dublin (The CCD) has been named the world’s best meetings venue....‘Accessible and friendly’ university takes gold for its conference venuesDecember 4, 2019‘Accessible and friendly’ university takes gold for its conference venuesBy James LancasterA conference venue with ‘happy and helpful’ staff has gained a coveted industry standard....The sustainable option: how One Young World went meat-freeDecember 3, 2019The sustainable option: how One Young World went meat-freeBy James LancasterCASE STUDY: How beer games helped reproduction in NepalNovember 29, 2019CASE STUDY: How beer games helped reproduction in NepalBy James LancasterGames and competitions were used to enthuse an international gathering of reproductive health...Ian Edwards: This is going to be a game-changer for Wales...November 28, 2019Ian Edwards: This is going to be a game-changer for Wales...By James LancasterEngland and Scotland have many long-established convention centres, but finding a suitable home for an...All emotional: how event tech can engage your delegatesNovember 27, 2019All emotional: how event tech can engage your delegatesBy James LancasterDelegates who are emotionally involved get more out of a meeting, writes Corbin Ball......It’s good to talk: how meetings can fix our lonely planetNovember 27, 2019It’s good to talk: how meetings can fix our lonely planetBy James LancasterHow meetings (done properly) can help the fight against loneliness. James Lancaster reports…...Tiny Luxembourg has big ambitions for international associationsNovember 26, 2019Tiny Luxembourg has big ambitions for international associationsBy James LancasterThe newly created Luxembourg Convention Bureau wants to become a leading destination for international...Rheumatism meeting back in Frankfurt following joint effortNovember 25, 2019Rheumatism meeting back in Frankfurt following joint effortBy James LancasterThe European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) is taking its mega congress to Frankfurt, for the first...IOC’s Airbnb deal highlights accommodation conundrumNovember 22, 2019IOC’s Airbnb deal highlights accommodation conundrumBy James LancasterDelegate housing has become a rather vexed issue and it was given a fresh twist this week when the...Load More from James Lancaster
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