Conference & Meetings World
Conference & Meetings World is published for the international conference and meetings industry. It tackles the issues facing organisers of international events. The editorial is independent, fresh and news driven, with a global reach.
Business events in Canada: Return more invested
Canada’s business events community is sending a clear message to global organisers: choose Canada and your event will return more than you invest. The “Business Events in Canada: Return More Invested” campaign reframes meetings and conventions as strategic levers for innovation, talent, and trade – not just drivers of visitor spend. It speaks directly to associations and corporates looking f...
Austin’s bold vision: A convention centre reimagined for the future
Tom Noonan, president & CEO of Visit Austin, and Trisha Tatro, director of Austin Convention Center, speak to CMW’s Iain Stirling about the city’s ambitious expansion plans and what makes the Texas capital a compelling destination for business events Austin, Texas, is undergoing a transformation that few convention destinations can match. With a complete rebuild of its convention c...
San Francisco’s resurgence: A conversation with Anna Marie Presutti
San Francisco has faced its share of challenges in recent years, but the city is experiencing a significant renaissance that’s transforming its reputation on the global stage. With a new mayor driving unprecedented improvements in safety and urban vitality, a packed calendar featuring the Super Bowl and FIFA World Cup, and a booming convention sector delivering over 700,000 group room nights...
Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary and the future of meetings in the nation’s capital
As Washington DC prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, Elliott Ferguson, CEO of Destination DC, sat down with CMW’s Iain Stirling at PCMA Convening Leaders in Philadelphia to discuss how DC is leveraging the anniversary to attract meetings and conventions, addressing political perceptions, and showcasing the capital’s evolution as a world-class destination. ...
Porto campaign signals shift to narrative-led MICE marketing
A new film-based campaign from Visit Porto and North of Portugal highlights the growing trend of destinations using narrative-driven content to attract meetings and events business. “The Big Trend, by Ofelia de Souza” represents a departure from conventional destination promotion, which typically focuses on venue capacity, infrastructure and accessibility. Instead, the three-minute fil...
CityDNA releases programme for 2026 Helsinki Conference
The preliminary programme has been released for the CityDNA International Conference & General Assembly 2026, taking place on 22–24 April 2026 in Helsinki. The conference will explore The Human Pulse of Place and Purpose, examining how destinations can better understand the behaviour and mindset behind data, and translate insights into practical action. The programme includes a series of Case ...
Philadelphia’s convention “World Cup” has arrived
Gregg Caren, CEO of the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau, speaks with CMW’s Iain Stirling about bringing PCMA Convening Leaders back to the city for the first time since 2006, why he calls it Philadelphia’s “World Cup” for the meetings industry, and how the city plans to leverage its 250th anniversary celebrations and FIFA World Cup matches to drive convention busine...
BESydney secures record AUD$252 million in future events
Business Events Sydney (BESydney) closed out 2025 securing the greatest number of future events in a single calendar year in the company’s 55-year history. During this record-breaking year, the business events bidding specialists secured 81 business events that will attract around 59,000 delegates, staying a total of 253,000 days and generating more than AUD$252 million in future direct expenditur...
Building resilience: succession planning and workforce development at Calgary TELUS Convention Centre
As the meetings and events industry faces rapid technological change and shifting workforce expectations, succession planning has become a critical priority. Kurby Court, president & CEO of Calgary TELUS Convention Centre, discusses how the organisation is building resilience through strategic talent development, cross-functional training, and a commitment to preserving human connection in an ...
Caesars Palace marks 60 years with new Presidential and Sky Villas
As Caesars Palace celebrates its 60th anniversary, the Las Vegas resort has unveiled two new Colosseum Presidential Villas and 29 Octavius Sky Villas, designed by Peter Silling & Associates. The debut marks a new phase in the property’s ongoing transformation, following extensive recent upgrades across the resort. The Presidential Villas, situated in the Colosseum Tower, offer more than 8,000 ...
A milestone year for Grimaldi Forum Monaco as expansion delivers record results
More than 700 clients, partners and journalists gathered on 13 January at the Grimaldi Forum Monaco for a review of 2025 and to hear about the strong prospects for 2026. The year marked the venue’s 25th anniversary and the completion of its major building extension as part of the Mareterra project, adding 6,000 m² of indoor and 2,000 m² of outdoor space. The expansion helped deliver record results...
Expertise matters at AIME 2026
Whether you attend Knowledge Monday or spend two days on the show floor, there is something for everyone at AIME 2026. The Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) will return to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) from Monday, 9 to Wednesday, 11 February 2026. Thousands of business meetings and incentives professionals from across the globe will come together to connect...