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View in browser Unsubscribe Thursday September 18, 2025   Sponsored by     Skift Meetings Forum   Andrea Doyle Executive Editor How Association Leaders are Dealing With Visa Delays, Funding Cuts, and Political Headwinds Uncertainty looms large in the events industry, but association leaders are finding ways to adapt, even as attendance remains soft. Skift Meetings Forum 2025   Barbara Scofidio Editor Meet Your Attendees Where They Are: Event Design Advice from TED, Pinterest, and Forbes Listening to your audience enables you to deliver the experiences they seek, and some they never would have expected.   New Report       Taking Event Impact to the Next Level Events have the power to do more than just meet business objectives, they can inspire people, strengthen communities, and contribute to a better world. Our latest report is designed to help you create events that deliver measurable results while leaving a positive legacy. Produced in partnership with IMEX Group and sponsored by Experience Kissimmee, Tourism Australia, Visit Anaheim and Visit Lauderdale Download now → Skift Meetings Forum 2025   Andrea Doyle Executive Editor Destination Leaders Say Diversity Is Good for Business Despite political pushback, destination leaders say diverse leadership and supplier practices remain a competitive edge.   Skift Meetings [ai] innovation lab       Unlock the Power of AI for Your Events Join us on October 6 in Las Vegas at the [AI] Innovation Lab for an exclusive, interactive workshop designed specifically for planners ready to take their AI skills to the next level. Whether you're just starting out or already experimenting with AI tools, this is your opportunity to explore the real-world potential of this game-changing technology. Request an invite Skift Meetings Forum 2025   Miguel Neves Editor-in-Chief C2 Bets on Creativity as the Strongest Event ROI As other business festivals expand worldwide, C2 is making a compelling case for locally inspired creativity and connection. Skift Meetings Forum 2025   Barbara Scofidio Editor July 2026 Will Be the Month of the Global Mega-Event in New York The organizers of FIFA World Cup and Sail4th, both scheduled for next July, shared with the audience at this week's Skift Meetings Forum how they operate under pressure.   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.