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 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...Voice recognition interpretation app wins meetings tech awardNovember 20, 2019Voice recognition interpretation app wins meetings tech awardBy James LancasterSilicon Valley-based start-up ‘wordly’, which uses voice recognition and artificial intelligence to...Virtual experience economy set to grow says IBTM Trends WatchNovember 19, 2019Virtual experience economy set to grow says IBTM Trends WatchBy James LancasterThe virtual experience economy is set to be the next big area of growth for the meetings and events...‘Inspiring’ Heike Mahmoud receives JMIC Profile and Power AwardNovember 19, 2019‘Inspiring’ Heike Mahmoud receives JMIC Profile and Power AwardBy James LancasterHeike Mahmoud, chief operating officer of Congress Center Hamburg, has won the JMIC Profile and Power...Meeting professionals: sentiment at lowest level since crashNovember 19, 2019Meeting professionals: sentiment at lowest level since crashBy James LancasterMeeting professionals are feeling less optimistic about the future, a new report shows....First Global Happiness Conference leaves delegates smilingNovember 19, 2019First Global Happiness Conference leaves delegates smilingBy James LancasterStudents from all over the world took part in a conference designed to spread happiness...‘Friendly’ cities attract more association headquarters claims GAHPNovember 18, 2019‘Friendly’ cities attract more association headquarters claims GAHPBy James LancasterCities that create a ‘business-friendly’ environment for international associations will find more of...Associations and suppliers head to the Alps for meetings summitNovember 18, 2019Associations and suppliers head to the Alps for meetings summitBy James LancasterThe Association Meeting Programme (AMP) a flagship event of the International Congress Convention...IBTM World 2019 sees surge of new exhibitors for Barcelona showNovember 15, 2019IBTM World 2019 sees surge of new exhibitors for Barcelona showBy James LancasterMeetings industry trade show IBTM World 2019, taking place in Barcelona between 19 and 21 November,...ACC Liverpool announces multiple new and returning association congressesNovember 12, 2019ACC Liverpool announces multiple new and returning association congressesBy James LancasterArena and Convention Centre (ACC) Liverpool has announced major bid wins to host new and...Load 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