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October 19, 2026Demystifying meeting industry jargonFor anyone new to the industry, or anyone who’s been here for decades but is too embarrassed to ask, “what the heck is a plenary session?”, this one is for you.Read More

Stop accepting chaos! The hidden cost of doing events the old way

October 19, 2026Stop accepting chaos! The hidden cost of doing events the old wayStrata’s Louise Wetherell on challenging industry habits, building smarter technology and why innovation starts with questioning the status quo.

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October 15, 2026When seeing is no longer believing: AI glasses enter the roomAfter a Reform UK politician’s suspected use of smart glasses as a teleprompter in the Senedd reignited the debate over wearable technology, Paul Harvey asks whether the events industry is prepared for the trust implications.

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October 13, 2026The EU’s new greenwashing rules: red tape or a licence to speak up?With the EU’s EmpCo legislation tightening the rules on environmental claims, sustainability consultant Ellie Ashton-Melia explores what it means for the events industry - and why businesses should focus on proving their progress, not staying silent.

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October 9, 2026Wellbeing is more than a Mental Health Awareness DayAs the events industry marks World Mental Health Day, the EICC's Devin Flesch argues that supporting employees means going beyond awareness campaigns to build practical, lasting support into workplace culture.

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September 29, 2026‘The role is getting busier and busier’: ABPCO’s new co-chairs on the future of the PCOA bigger job than ever

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September 15, 2026Beyond ROI: can we measure what an event does to people?A new festival is asking attendees whether exposure to different ideas and perspectives has changed their outlook. Should we follow its lead?

Should events and tourism really be under one roof?

September 11, 2026Should events and tourism really be under one roof?In the light of London & Partners bringing its tourism, business events and major events teams together under one roof, industry specialist Simon Thewlis sounds a note of caution from Australia.

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September 7, 2026Former ABPCO association director joins Victory Services Club boardHeather Lishman, former ABPCO association director, has joined the Victory Services Club board, bringing her extensive experience in the events industry to enhance the club's growth and relationships with association organisers.

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September 7, 2026The future of events doesn’t care how we’ve always done thingsThe next generation won't ask for permission

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August 10, 2026AI is the environmental bill events haven't budgeted forEllie Ashton-Melia takes a look at the environmental impact of AI in events.Show More

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