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July 28, 2026Why clients now buy specialist expertise, not agency takeoverAgencies are increasingly being hired for the expertise they bring rather than the work they take away. Brighter’s Claire Conboy and Kate Wolstenholme reflect on the shift.Read More

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November 4, 2025Event Footprints launches EF Data Hub to unify event data and prove ROINew platform connects fragmented event technologies into one source, helping planners measure performance and demonstrate value.

New board director and Cvent partnership for beam

November 4, 2025New board director and Cvent partnership for beamCarl Law, CTO at Clarity Business Travel, has joined beam's board to oversee a strategic partnership with Cvent aimed at enhancing member engagement.

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November 4, 2025Cost pressures causing price hikes and workforce reductions, says MIAPrice rises and reduced workforces show the sector is at a "critical juncture", according to MIA chief executive Shonali Devereaux.

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November 3, 2025A new Identity for a new era: Michael Gietzen on the golden age of experienceIdentity CEO Michael Gietzen reveals why now is the time for optimism, innovation and experience-led growth.

budget squeeze

October 30, 2025UK planners face ‘budget squeeze’ in 2026, warns BCD M&E’s Helen McCabeBCD Meetings & Events' report warns UK planners of budget constraints in 2026, with rising supplier costs and economic challenges expected.

Letter to the editor: Bleisure and beyond

October 29, 2025Letter to the editor: Bleisure and beyondRussell, group marketing director of The Celtic Collection and ICC Wales, says delegates are thriving outside the capital.

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October 29, 2025SITE Classic 2026 heads to Puerto RicoPuerto Rico will host SITE Classic 2026 from August 24-27, focusing on education, connection, and discovery, with proceeds supporting industry development.

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October 28, 2025Sleek Events appoints chief marketing officer for next phase of growthThe hire follows a period of rapid momentum for Sleek, which has more than doubled in size since 2021, and is on track to achieve £50m in revenue by 2026/27.

ideas factory

October 27, 2025Welcome to the M&IT Ideas Factory: your inspiration one-stop shopA new M&IT series unlocking creative thinking for modern events - smart, human-centred ideas that break convention without breaking the bank.

October 24, 2025Kru Live appointed brand experience staffing partner for OuternetKru Live has been appointed as the preferred staffing partner for Outernet to support brand activations and experiences for the next three years.Show More

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