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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

Saadia Zahidi DG of IATA

August 11, 2026Zahidi to become first woman to lead airline body IATASaadia Zahidi will become the first woman to lead the International Air Transport Association, taking over from Willie Walsh.

Said Al Shanfari, UFI president

June 5, 2026Oman meeting leader is new UFI presidentSaid Al Shanfari, CEO of the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre (OCEC), has been elected as President of UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, for the 2027–28 term.

Dawn Lauder Head of Conference Sales at SEC

March 24, 2026Glasgow's SEC announces step up for head of association salesThe Scottish Event Campus (SEC) has announced two senior appointments as it looks to build on a record year for conferences, exhibitions and live entertainment.

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.Show More