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katherine ryan 20202026

September 21, 2026M&IT Awards 2026: relive the night in picturesMore than 700 event professionals gathered at JW Marriott Grosvenor House London for an evening of celebration, recognition, entertainment and plenty of dancing. Here are some of the best moments from the 2026 M&IT Awards.Read More

gen z madness

January 12, 2026Gen Z isn’t changing the rules - the rules are already brokenGen Z isn’t trying to disrupt the workplace - it’s responding to a world that’s already changed, says Freya Foster, senior project executive at Principal Global Events.

David Tremmil and Linden Beattie

January 6, 2026Beam announces incoming chair and vice chairBeam has announced David Tremmil as its incoming chair and Linden Beattie as vice chair, effective February 1, 2026, with the transition marked at the Gala Dinner on January 30, 2026.

Trends 2026

December 16, 2025The trends set to shape the events sector in 2026As the end of 2025 draws near, M&IT explores three trends set to shape the events industry in 2026: Flexibility, quality over quantity, and AI integration.

matt stalker

December 11, 2025Matt Stalker takes the reins at ABPCO ahead of Excellence AwardsMatt Stalker becomes the new executive director of ABPCO, bringing over 20 years of experience, as the association prepares for its Excellence Awards in Manchester.

tomorrows talent 20266

December 11, 2025Calling the future of events: Tomorrow’s Talent 2026 launches search for rising starsThe Meetings Show is seeking emerging UK event professionals for Tomorrow’s Talent 2026, offering winners opportunities like VIP access, mentorship, and training to advance their careers.

Central Hall Westminster hosts world leaders at Global Progress 2025

December 10, 2025Central Hall Westminster hosts world leaders at Global Progress 2025Prime minister Keir Starmer joined other political leaders, international delegations and media at Central Hall Westminster for Labour Together's Global Progress 2025.

December 3, 2025beam reveals finalists for 2026 beam awardsBeam has announced the finalists for its 2026 awards, which recognise exceptional leadership, innovation, and collaboration across the industry. Winners will be announced at a Gala Dinner on January 30.

elevate north

November 28, 2025Elevate hits the North with inaugural event at Co-op Live in ManchesterElevate North held its first event at Co-op Live in Manchester, bringing together 80 guests from the events industry for networking and discussions, with an initiative led by Manchester and Liverpool-based ambassadors.

david tremmill and louisa watson

November 27, 2025Budget divides sector as leaders call for clarity, investment and reformKey figures from across the UK events, hospitality and meetings sectors give their verdict on chancellor Rachel Reeves’ autumn budget.

ao arena ooo

November 26, 2025CHS outlines next steps as planning accelerates for Manchester 'supershow'CHS is advancing plans for its new Manchester "supershow" set to debut at the AO Arena in 2026.Show More

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