The Society of Independent Show Organizers partnered with UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry to launch a “This Show Is Open” campaign in an effort to stem the wave of event cancellations in the wake of the coronavirus, or COVID-19, outbreak. Read More.

The spread of COVID-19, or coronavirus, has upended the travel industry as well as any facility where public gatherings are held or where a large amount of people congregate. That includes office buildings, airports and meeting and convention spaces. Implement these procedures to protect everyone in the environment.

Creating an environment that fosters cross-hierarchical communication and socialization is a challenge that may seem easier said than done, but by implementing some key strategies and meetings formats, getting C-suites to walk hand-in-hand with the rank-and-file is an achievable goal. Read more.

More organizations are catering to parents who face travel challenges due to the family responsibilities. Flexable offers on-demand, onsite childcare service. Read more.

Executive retreats—where corporate leaders come together to get off site and discuss company problems, progress and goals—are often high stakes. Avoid stumbles out of the gate by recognizing common planner mistakes for this unique type of event. Read more.

With the lines between consumer and corporate events continually being blurred, attendees are increasingly demanding highly unique, high-touch environments. Following are five innovative experiential event options that borrow from popular culture to completely envelop attendees in the experience.

Planning companies are consolidating, as are hotels, ground transportation, audiovisual and every other industry sector.

Here’s a look at what’s trending from six key industry players and some of the ways planners can stay ahead of the tide.

Shepard AV's Stuart Danneman gives his essential tips for selecting a speaker at your meeting or convention.

The corporate outlook for 2017 so far appears generally upbeat.