Meeting and Event Industry

The AI Hospitality Alliance has announced the establishment of its founding advisory board to lead and advise on the global integration of AI technology in hospitality. The board’s aim is to promote responsible adoption of AI within the industry.

Choose Chicago convened meeting experts to promote the forthcoming Obama Presidential Center. The event also showcased future options for meetings and events at the Center.

FIEXPO Latin America 2026 will be held in San José with a focus on the evolving meetings industry. The event addresses key trends impacting business events in Latin America.

New Orleans has been confirmed as the host city for PCMA Convening Leaders in 2029, as reported by Biz New Orleans. This event represents a key industry gathering for the meeting and event sector.

Tourism Expo Japan 2026 will feature Japan, the Philippines, and Namibia, with the event held at Tokyo Big Sight experiencing a full trade sell-out. The expo focuses on advancing outbound growth strategies.

The AI Hospitality Alliance has named a founding advisory board consisting of global hospitality and technology professionals. The board’s role will be to guide responsible AI use in the hospitality sector during 2026.

Ireland is leading a €180 million EU Presidency Programme in 2026 that targets security, AI, EU expansion, and online safety. Multiple European countries are involved in this initiative.

The Professional Convention Management Association will hold its Convening Leaders event in New Orleans in 2029, highlighting the city’s role in the meetings industry. PCMA is a prominent organization within the business meetings sector.

The Parti Québécois has pledged to withdraw Quebec from the Alto high-speed rail project if it forms the next government. This announcement indicates a major policy shift regarding the infrastructure plan.

John Tanzella, chief of the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association, has passed away at 61. The IGLTA paid tribute to his lasting impact on LGBTQ+ travel leadership.