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The Meeting Room Podcast Accessibility is no longer a nice to have

August 28, 2026Why your accessibility checklist isn't workingAccessibility is no longer a nice-to-have. Paul Harvey and Freya Foster explore how event planners can design more inclusive events from the outset, with Gen Z expectations reshaping the conversation.Read More

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.

Benjamin Arthur

June 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 Ong

March 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 2024

March 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 post

Gema Rodriguez

January 8, 2024Rodriguez takes helm at congress organiser TFI LodestarFormer group account director takes senior management role as organisation builds on two-year growth strategy

November 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 Council

Building Cultural Legacies Amidst Disruption

November 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