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October 28, 2026Lessons from a sold-out menopause congressThe International Menopause Society's congress in Rio de Janeiro highlighted the mainstreaming of menopause discussions, drawing over 4,500 delegates. The event emphasised evidence-based approaches to combat misinformation and commercial interests. Collaboration with regional partners and language inclusivity were crucial for success, offering lessons on global engagement and scientific integrity for associations.Read More

Is LinkedIn Events a wolf in sheep’s clothing for associations

October 23, 2019Is LinkedIn Events a wolf in sheep’s clothing for associationsSocial media was once cited as an existential threat to associations: the digital world sweeping away the arcane practices of membership-based organisations stuck in analogue mode.

E-posters: the digital revolution that wasn’t (quite)

October 2, 2019E-posters: the digital revolution that wasn’t (quite)E-posters were once held up as the sustainable alternative to filling conference centres with reams of paper. But, according to new analysis, reports of the death of print were greatly exaggerated. James Lancaster reports…

No filter: why vertical stages are a pain in the neck

September 16, 2019No filter: why vertical stages are a pain in the neckAs the planet reels from one existential crisis to the next, it is comforting to know there are people literally reshaping the world to make it easier for us to use our smartphones.

Video: Dubai to host international accessible tourism summit

August 27, 2019Video: Dubai to host international accessible tourism summit

Mind altering: turning your congress into a festival

July 5, 2019Mind altering: turning your congress into a festivalFestivalisation may sound like a gimmick, but there’s a serious side to it, which might determine whether your congress lives to see another ten years. James Lancaster reports…

Speaking frankly: with TEDs Katherine McCartney

April 22, 2019Speaking frankly: with TEDs Katherine McCartneyAs co-director of Vancouver-based events agency PDW Inc Katherine McCartney produced the main TED Conference for 18 years before stepping aside last year to play a more consultative role….

Youthful appeal: how to keep millennials happy

January 15, 2019Youthful appeal: how to keep millennials happyHow do you keep one of the most demanding generations ever engaged in your association? Holly Amatangelo explains…