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July 6, 2026MPs urge government to rethink business events cuts as sector's competitiveness comes under scrutinyA new report concludes that the UK events industry is being held back by a lack of strategic government support, despite its significant contribution to economic growth, trade and employment.Read More

Robert Kenward

March 7, 2023IWD 2023: We need to talk about interviewsRobert Kenward, chief talent officer and co-founder of YOU search & select, reveals what interviewing has taught him about men and women - and why he wants to be an ally...

March 7, 2023IWD 2023: Woman to woman – what’s your best advice? To mark International Women's Day on Wednesday 8 March, some of the business meetings and events sector’s leading figures share their best for anyone embarking on a career in the industry.

March 2, 2023Elevate reveals plan to tackle social mobility at 2023 launchMentorship programme Elevate marked the launch of its seventh year a launch event for 130 guests at The Hoxton, Holborn.

Brains behind Roundhouse Trust launches venue consultancy

February 28, 2023Brains behind Roundhouse Trust launches venue consultancyThe co-founder of the Roundhouse Trust has assembled a collective of dedicated venue consultants and launched a network, specifically designed to support venues with targeted and impartial advice and support.

Rail strike

February 24, 2023Rail strikes have caused £337m of cancellations across sector, says miaIn a survey of 126 event venues and suppliers, the association found that almost all (94 per cent) of respondents have been negatively affected by rail strikes, resulting in an estimated £337m of cancelled business and £552m of postponed business.

MF MIT Talks

February 7, 2023LISTEN: "Business events change lives - we need to focus on that"M&IT editor Paul Harvey sat down with Martin Fullard, associate director of news and content at The Business of Events and davies tanner, to discuss his new role and The Business of Events’ planned activity for 2023.

Retaining talent?

February 6, 2023Retaining talent: 'Employers must focus on employee's passion points'Becca Shanks, events producer at Sledge, explores the changing world of employee expectations and enlightens employers on how to attract and retain talent in 2023...

Lucy Powell

January 31, 2023Shadow culture secretary joins APPG for EventsLucy Powell is the Labour MP for Manchester Central and has been an MP since 2012. She currently holds the role of shadow secretary of state for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport.

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January 31, 2023Making the most of AIME 2023: 'Mingle like there's no tomorrow'Making the most of AIME 2023: 'Mingle like there's no tomorrow'

Louise Scott AIMEbassador

January 30, 2023"Melbourne is a city of experiences and is best explored in person."AIMEbassador interview - Louise Scott Show More

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