Minneapolis ICE Shootings Put Events Industry on Edge

Event cancellations, attendance declines and hotel closures are impacting the events industry across Minnesota

View in browser Unsubscribe Tuesday January 27, 2026 Dear reader, Minneapolis ICE shootings created major challenges for event professionals in the region. AI overload, political upheaval, and economic challenges are keeping planners up at night. Meetings Innovator Tavar James leans on an "always-on drumbeat" of innovation to push brand experiences forward. And Caesars makes a case for putting wellness at the center of event strategy. News   Andrea Doyle Executive Editor Unsplash / Colin Lloyd Minneapolis ICE Shootings Put Events Industry on Edge ICE-related shootings and protests in Minnesota have triggered hotel closures, event cancellations, and attendance declines, forcing planners to weigh safety, attendee sentiment, and economic impact when deciding whether to proceed. Meetings Innovators   Miguel Neves Editor-in-Chief Tavar James: Innovation as an 'Always-On Drumbeat' That Sparks New Ways of Gathering Forrester's Tavar James on burning the B2B events playbook and embracing passion and self care to create unforgettable, human-centric brand experiences.   Trends Report       Skift Meetings Megatrends 2026 The Skift Meetings Megatrends 2026 report goes beyond surface-level trends. It equips you with the critical intelligence you need to turn today's disruption into tomorrow's advantage. Sponsored by Choose Chicago, Louisville Tourism and Visit Austin. Download now Trends & Insights   Barbara Scofidio Editor Unsplash / Ying Ge Planners Signal an Uncertain 2026 Planners face a precarious year ahead, with AI overload, political upheaval, and economic challenges all having a major influence on their decision-making. Wellness Caesars Entertainment Q&A: Inside Caesars Entertainment's New Wellness Guide for Planners Together With   Caesars Entertainment Putting wellness at the center of an event strategy does more than enhance how attendees feel. Caesars Entertainment's experience across its 50-plus properties shows that wellness can meaningfully reshape the event environment, boosting engagement, strengthening retention, and fostering deeper connections among participants. Events | Save the date: September 22 (New York) Inside the Room: What Happens at Skift Meetings Forum The most valuable industry conversations happen away from hype and hierarchy. They happen when experienced leaders speak plainly about what's working, what's changing, and what comes next. Read More Popular Content Technology New AI Tool Automates Event Venue Proposals The promise is compelling, if it works as advertised. AI-driven responses speed up venue inquiries to help win more business — without giving up human control. - Miguel Neves   Accessibility & Inclusion Service Dogs at Meetings: 6 Important Questions Answered When it comes to service animals, planners need to know what questions to ask both the attendee and and their suppliers to avoid any issues. - Barbara Scofidio   News Scammers Sell Fake VIP Passes to U.S. Venue in Davos A high-profile U.S.-branded World Economic Forum venue in Davos has warned that scammers are selling counterfeit VIP access packages. - Andrea Doyle 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.