The Stand-Up (March 18, 2025)

Government Cancelations, Concern Over Trump Policies, DMC Groups Merge, Takeaways from AI Summit and More.

View in browser Unsubscribe Tuesday March 18, 2025 Top Stories | Curated by   Miguel Neves Editor-in-Chief Curated by Industry News Government Meeting Cancellations Surge Amid Federal Layoffs Federal layoffs are sending shockwaves through the government meetings sector, leading to widespread event cancellations and millions in lost hotel revenue. The ripple effects extend beyond hotels to meeting planners, sourcing companies, and event tech firms who rely on steady government business. - Andrea Doyle   Incentive Travel Incentive Leaders Express Concern About Potential Impact of Trump Policies The Trump Administration's recent actions have incentive company CEOs wondering what's next. - Barbara Scofidio   Industry News 'I'm Concerned': Post Highlights Political Risks to Events Industry As policy shifts create challenges for business events, Nicola Kastner, CEO of the Event Leaders Exchange, has voiced her concerns on LinkedIn. The industry response she has received highlights the need for advocacy to protect in-person gatherings. - Andrea Doyle   Technology 8 Key Takeaways from Skift Meetings' AI & the Future of Events Summit These thoughts, tips and tricks, straight from industry leaders, will stop you from getting left behind in the AI revolution. - Miguel Neves   Careers & Personal Development 7 Productivity Hacks for Planners The thousands of details that go into managing meetings can quickly spiral out of control. These strategies will help you avoid information overload and stay on track. - Barbara Scofidio   Industry News 360 Destination Group and CSI to Merge – More Deals Could Follow 360 Destination Group and CSI DMC are merging, creating one of the largest destination management companies in the U.S. Are more deals on the horizon? - Andrea Doyle   On the Road Top 10 Under-the-Seat Rollerbags for Road Warriors We asked the people who know best — meeting planners who are perennially on the road — which under-the-seat rollerbags they prefer.  - Barbara Scofidio   Virtual Summit       AI & the Future of Events Our latest virtual summit is now available on demand. Register to explore how AI is revolutionizing the events industry, guided by the trailblazers at the forefront of innovation.  Sponsored by Convene Watch On Demand Industry Calendar | March 2025 Northwest Event Show in Seattle, WA | Mar. 26 – 27 IACC Americas Knowledge Exchange in College Station, TX | Mar. 31 – Apr. 2 SISO CEO Summit in Austin, TX | Mar. 31 – Apr. 3 Explore Our Full Calendar of 2025 Industry Events "March 10 was the worst day for cancellations since the pandemic and the second worst day in business I've had in 18 years." - Brett Sterenson, president of Hotel Lobbyists, in Government Meeting Cancellations Surge Amid Federal Layoffs   Skift IDEA Awards       Skift IDEA Awards represents the travel industry's most coveted achievement for excellence in design, creativity, and innovation.   There are four categories dedicated to meetings and events: Hotels Convention Centers and Other Venues Destination Marketing Organizations Event Technology Enter Now Elsewhere in the News Trump's Next U.S. Travel Ban May Target Dozens of Countries (Skift) SXSW 2025: The Last Rodeo in Austin Convention Center (For Now) (The Drum) Australia's Gold Coast Devastated by Cyclone, Officials Race to Restore Tourism (Skift) Sioux Falls Convention Center Warns Public About Fake Event  (Dakota News Now) Defining the future of events. Skift. 35 W 31st St., New York, NY, 10001, USA Follow Us: LinkedIn   |  X   |  Facebook   |  Instagram   |  YouTube You received this because you are subscribed to Newsletter | Skift Meetings Stand-Up from Skift. For Gmail users: If you are using the tabbed inbox, Skift emails may be pushed to the 'Promotions' tab. To get updates from Skift direct to your primary inbox, drag and drop this email to that tab.