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'We need to get our house in order'

May 29, 2026'We need to get our house in order'James Lancaster sits down with Dr Mike Duignan, founder of the Centre for Events & Festivals (CEF), to unpack the big problems nobody in events is talking about enough.Read More

Amanda Wrathall, CEO of EICC

February 18, 2026"I was 16 and thought I knew everything I needed to know ..."EICC chief executive Amanda Wrathall reflects on her first few months in the role - and what the future holds.

Philippa Harrison

August 26, 2025Phillipa Harrison to lead Ras Al Khaimah’s ‘Destination of the Future’ visionPhillipa Harrison, former managing director at Tourism Australia, has been appointed CEO of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, aligning with the emirate's goal to become a "Destination of the Future." Robin Mack is now acting managing director of Tourism Australia.

Steen Jakobsen - 'strategic insights'

August 14, 2025Former Dubai man Jakobsen appointed CEO of Gaining EdgeBusiness events industry consulting firm GainingEdge has announced that former Dubai trailblazer Steen Jakobsen will begin work as the company’s new CEO next month.

Tan Mei Phing Photo Credit

May 6, 2025MyCEB confirms new chief executiveTan Mei Phing has been officially confirmed in the role, having served as acting chief executive since August 2024. She has been with MyCEB for more than 13 years.

SEC appoints Lori Cobley as national associations sales manager

April 29, 2025SEC appoints Lori Cobley as national associations sales managerLori Cobley has been appointed as the national associations sales manager at the Scottish Event Campus, bringing extensive experience from various events and project management roles. Her previous roles include trust and partnerships manager at Mary’s Meals and event planner at MCI. Kathleen Warden...

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April 7, 2025'Extreme leadership': we catch up with three global adventurersAmong the speakers at IMEX Frankfurt in May are three remarkable adventurers. We quizzed them on why they’ve been chosen to speak about ‘extreme leadership’ at this year’s show.

PCMA appoints Tanya Popeau to lead sustainability initiatives

March 27, 2025PCMA appoints Tanya Popeau to lead sustainability initiativesTanya Popeau is now head of global sustainability at PCMA, where she will develop strategies, manage partnerships, lead the Convene4Climate initiative, and create a sustainability course. She joins with extensive experience and plans to enhance PCMA's sustainability goals in various sectors.

Neil Brownlee PCMA Chair

January 15, 2025PCMA appoints Neil Brownlee as 2025 chairNeil Brownlee of VisitScotland has been inaugurated as the 2025 chair of PCMA, with Kelly Ricker as chair-elect.

Adelaide targets international growth with personnel changes

July 17, 2024Adelaide targets international growth with personnel changesA convention bureau responsible for attracting international association conferences to the capital of South Australia has made significant staffing changes.

Claus Raasted TMS

June 26, 2024"People are afraid AI is intelligent. It isn't" - Claus RaastedJames Lancaster caught up with overpaid rockstar consultant (and founder of the College of Extraordinary Experiences) Claus Raasted at The Meetings Show to get his take on artificial intelligence, innovation, and how, together, they can make better events.Show More