Planners Select the Top Uses AI for Events

Flashy AI doesn't sway planners. Practical use cases that save time and provide deeper insights win the day.

View in browser Unsubscribe Tuesday October 07, 2025 IMEX   Barbara Scofidio Editor IMEX Skift Meetings' Guide to Getting Around IMEX IMEX can be overwhelming, particularly for first-timers, but even for the most experienced attendees. To make the most of the exhibition, education, and networking, it's essential to have a game plan, so we've created this guide to help.   AI   Miguel Neves Editor-in-Chief Midjourney Planners Vote on Top AI Uses for Events Flashy AI doesn't sway planners. Practical use cases that save time and provide deeper insights win the day.   Skift Meetings Power Rankings       The industry runs on influence, vision, and the ability to bring people together at scale. Some leaders stand out for shaping how business gatherings are imagined and executed. With that in mind, our ranking highlights the 15 most powerful people in the meetings industry today. View the ranking Trends & Insights   Andrea Doyle Executive Editor Envato Attendees Want "Why," Not "Wow," Says New Report Forget spectacle, today's attendees are looking for connection, outcomes, and purpose. Freeman's latest research exposes a widening gap between what event planners think audiences want, and what they actually desire.  Trends & Insights   Barbara Scofidio Editor Unsplash / Luanna Niemann Both Planners and Suppliers Agree: There Are Too Many Industry Events With so many industry events — from conferences to hosted buyer trips to fams — has it become too much of a good thing?   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. This 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 → Trends & Insights   Barbara Scofidio Editor Unsplash / Malashi Cowie 10 Tips for Managing a Mental Health Crisis at Your Meeting Meetings can be a danger zone for people with mental health challenges. Here are some steps you can take to be prepared — and to intervene if you need to. 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.