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Two men sit across from each other at a wooden table in a cozy studio.October 30, 2026AI - Memorable for the worst possible reasonThe article explores the impact of AI on event planning, highlighting a discussion with Sam McNeill of SongDivision. While AI can create music efficiently, McNeill emphasises the irreplaceable value of human creativity in events. He warns that overly generic AI-driven experiences could deter attendance, underscoring the need for authentic, human-centred events.Read More
Neil Brownlee PCMA ChairJanuary 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 changesJuly 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 TMSJune 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.Benjamin ArthurJune 10, 2024Classic behind the scenes shot wins Event Photography AwardsThe prestigious Overall Winner trophy and a cheque for £1,000 was won by Netherlands-based photographer, Benjamin Arthur at the awards' 10th edition.Elena Gurgul EeLain OngMarch 14, 2024Two new hires strengthen QEII Centre's leadership teamLondon event venue, the QEII Centre, has strengthened its director team with the appointment of Elena Gurgul as sales and marketing director and EeLain Ong as finance director.Inspiring inclusion IWD 2024March 8, 2024How do you inspire inclusion?On International Women's Day, meet the female event professionals who are passionate about giving everyone a seat at the table...Shaun Hinds outgoing CEO of Manchester Central January 17, 2024Manchester Central announces departure of CEO Shaun HindsChief executive is stepping down from his role in June 2024 following seven years in the postGema RodriguezJanuary 8, 2024Rodriguez takes helm at congress organiser TFI LodestarFormer group account director takes senior management role as organisation builds on two-year growth strategyMIC Joint Meetings Industry Council Profile and Power AwardNovember 28, 2023Lee-Müller wins coveted 'Power + Profile' awardThe managing director of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre's commitment to sustainability was recognised by Joint Meetings Industry CouncilBuilding Cultural Legacies Amidst DisruptionNovember 17, 2023Olympic marketing head to keynote IBTM WorldIBTM World has announced a second wave of speakers for its conference programme, including the day two keynote.Show More
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