Event Tech Company Raises Millions to Reinvent Event Procurement With AI

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View in browser Unsubscribe Thursday February 12, 2026 Dear Reader, Naboo's $70 million funding round marks a turning point for meetings and events tech. AI-driven, centralized procurement is shifting from a "nice-to-have" tool to core infrastructure for enterprise programs, a move that could reshape how planners source, budget, and justify events in the years ahead. Industry News   Andrea Doyle Executive Editor Envato Naboo Raises $70 Million to Scale AI-Powered Events Procurement Platform Unlike many event tech startups that treat AI as a feature, Naboo is building it into the backbone of enterprise event procurement — automating sourcing, negotiation, and payments at scale..   Backstage Briefing       How Data Turns Events into Strategic Assets In this webinar, we'll explore how data transforms events from cost centers into growth drivers. We'll discuss how to define ROI across multiple stakeholders, measure brand visibility beyond impressions, and connect event activity directly to pipeline and revenue outcomes.  REgister Now Events | September 22 (New York) Skift Meetings Forum 2026 Skift Meetings' flagship event will bring together event leaders for a deep-dive on how the business of events is reinventing itself. This game-changing gathering gives event professionals the tools they need to thrive in a rapidly shifting business and geopolitical landscape. More info News   Miguel Neves Editor-in-Chief Unsplash/Vicente García Pérez What's Behind a Rare Destination Alliance That Endured Co-opetition between destinations sounds ideal, but it rarely survives budget season. One alliance has defied the odds for 25 years and counting. Venues   Andrea Doyle Executive Editor Internation Concention Centre Sydney ICC Sydney Launches Content Studio as Convention Centers Expand Into Media Production Sydney's convention center has created an in-house content studio to help clients expand the reach of their events, turning them into multi-platform content engines. This is part of a broader industry shift as venues compete on storytelling, not just space.   SKIFT IDEA AWARDS       get recognised for your accomplishments Are you innovating in Meetings and Events? The 2026 Skift IDEA Awards are open for submissions  - Apply now and get your meetings and events innovation in front of a global industry audience. Apply Now Popular Content Industry News Cycling Trade Show Cancels as ICE Enforcement Disrupts Minneapolis Events Industry A major cycling industry trade show is the latest gathering to be canceled in the Minneapolis area as federal immigration enforcement actions continue to disrupt the region's meetings, tourism, and hospitality sectors. - Andrea Doyle   Sustainability As Sustainability Scrutiny Grows, Maritz Turns to Academia for Answers Sustainability claims aren't enough anymore. Maritz's work with the University of Texas reflects a growing push to identify and quantify where conferences can reduce their carbon footprint. - Andrea Doyle   Women Leaders in Meetings Agnés Canonica: Meeting Planners Are Inherently Leaders Even if they don't have a team at the office, meeting planners are the leaders of their events, says Agnès Canonica, our February Woman Leader in Meetings. - Barbara Scofidio 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.