Government Shutdown Hits Events Industry

When the U.S. government shut down at midnight on September 30 after Congress failed to negotiate an agreement to keep the lights on, it kicked off a series of actions that will affect the meetings and events industry. Here’s a look at some of the short-term impacts to expect, as well as some potential longer-term concerns should the shutdown continue. MORE

Event And Exhibition Market Size Growth Forecast

Knowing what to expect when it comes to the growth of the meetings and events market will help planners stay ahead of tariff changes, macro trends and global economic shifts. MORE

Creating Events That Move Minds and Bodies

Meeting and event planners are no strangers to the pressure of driving engagement, boosting learning outcomes, and keeping attendees energized throughout long agendas. But what if the key to unlocking all three lies in something simple — movement? MORE

New Offers from Top Hotel Chains

Several of the hotel companies booked most often by ConferenceDirect associates and clients — Marriott, Hyatt and Caesars — have been hard at work coming up with new value-adds and enhancements for their meeting clients. Here’s a quick overview of some of the latest news. MORE

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Who’s Who at ConferenceDirect in October 2025

Welcome to ConferenceDirect's newest associates! MORE

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