Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Industry Associations Largely Silent on Immigration Crackdown

 
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Tuesday February 03, 2026

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Industry associations are largely silent on immigration crackdown. New UFI research shows how exhibition company forecasts diverge globally. And Caesars makes a case for putting wellness at the center of event strategy.
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Andrea Doyle
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As immigration enforcement continues in the Minneapolis area, most meetings and travel industry associations have avoided public statements. Skift Meetings reached out to 14 associations, but received responses from only four. 
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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.

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