New Visa Fee Threatens International Attendance

The $250 visa integrity fee takes effect on October 1

View in browser Unsubscribe Thursday September 11, 2025   Sponsored by     Top Stories   Miguel Neves Editor-in-Chief Incentive Travel Use of AI for Incentive Planning Evolves, But Some Are Still Hesitant Incentive planners' use of AI is changing from making their jobs more efficient to customizing programs and analyzing their impact on sales. Still, some refuse to try it. - Barbara Scofidio   News New U.S. Visa Fee Threatens International Attendance at Trade Shows Events across the United States are bracing for fewer international visitors when a new $250 visa integrity fee takes effect on October 1. - Andrea Doyle   Event Design 9 Ways to Push the Boundaries of Event Design Boring events don't impress. But there are ways to deliver experiences that attendees will actually remember, and executives won't panic about. - Miguel Neves   Career Seven Years Job Hunting: One Planner's Tips for Staying Positive Kim Thompson knows the value of resilience. It took her seven years to land her "dream job" at Kellogg — and through it all, she never lost hope. - Barbara Scofidio   Destinations How Montréal Invites Attendees to Experience the City Like a Local The difference between visiting and experiencing a destination may be up for debate, but for Business Events Montréal, true connection comes when everyone feels welcomed like an insider. - Tourisme Montreal + Skift Meetings Read More on Skift Meetings   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 → "They're not going to take time out of their schedule. They're going to go to another country, another place to do the same business because it's difficult to come here." Raymond Bianchi, managing director of business development, corporate sales and industry relations, Water Environment Federation in New U.S. Visa Fee Threatens International Attendance at Trade Shows   Skift Meetings Forum       Learn, Connect, and Get Inspired Skift Meetings Forum returns on September 15, built for senior planners navigating higher expectations, tighter budgets, and an industry that is constantly evolving. Join us for a full day of learning and connections and gain strategic takeaways, peer-tested frameworks, and new ways to prove your impact. RESERVE YOUR SEAT Editor's Picks • Event Scams are Surging: Here's How Planners Can Fight Back • 4 AI Use Cases Every Event Planner Should Master • Why Career Coaching Is Booming for Planners • Las Vegas Bets on Conventions to Offset Tourism Decline Industry Calendar | September–October 2025 • Skift Meetings Forum in New York, NY [September 15] • IMEX America in Las Vegas, NV [October 7–9] • PCMA Convening EMEA in Rotterdam, The Netherlands [October 15 – 17] Calendar of Industry Events   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 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.