Time To Rethink RFPs?

Planners are calling for a fundamental rethink of the meeting bid process.

View in browser Unsubscribe Tuesday March 31, 2026 Greetings! First, don't miss today's conversation on How the Iran War Is Impacting Global Events, live on LinkedIn at 11AM (ET). Here's a quick overview of the stories in this newsletter: • 10 Hot New Caribbean and Mexican Resorts • Ally Masi is Proving the Power of Micro-Innovation • Is It Time To Rethink RFPs? • Why Planners Are Turning to Grenada for a Caribbean Without the Crowds (Together with Pure Grenada)   Barbara Scofidio Editor Palace Resorts The 10 Hottest New Resorts in the Caribbean and Mexico With so many new resorts coming online, the region is poised for growing business from U.S. groups who want to stay close to home. LinkedIn Live | Today @ 11 AM (ET) How the Iran War Is Impacting Global Events We'll discuss how the Iran war is forcing planners to make impossible decisions about Middle East events, while impacting the business of events globally with Nicola Kastner, CEO of Event Leaders Exchange (ELX), and Mohamed Mezghani, Secretary General of UITP. Don't Miss It!   Andrea Doyle Executive Editor Ally Masi is Proving the Power of Micro-Innovation For Ally Masi, innovation is consistent, intentional change. At Salesforce, she's proving that small shifts in planning, alignment, and design can fundamentally reshape how events deliver value.   SKIFT IDEA AWARDS       Recognizing the most impactful and inspiring projects You can win Skift IDEA Awards in five meetings and events categories: hotels, venues & convention centers, destination marketing organizations, event technology, and cruise lines. Lock in the lowest price today and submit your entry by July 1. PURCHASE YOUR ENTRY   Miguel Neves Editor-in-Chief Brett Jordan / Unsplash Is It Time To Rethink RFPs? Event organizers are calling for a fundamental rethink of the association meeting bid process. Beyond process changes, they want associations to clearly explain the purpose of their events. 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 Destinations Arthur Daniel / Pure Grenada Why Planners Are Turning to Grenada for a Caribbean Without the Crowds Together With   Pure Grenada You probably haven't been to Grenada — yet. As hotels open new luxury properties and airlines add service in this under-the-radar Southern Caribbean country, this tri-island destination is moving quickly onto planners' lists, particularly for programs that center exclusivity, cohesion, and culture over mega-resort scale. Further Reading • Brussels Tourism Agency Facing 64% Funding Cut • World Economic Forum Postpones Saudi Meeting • Freeman Launches 3D Visualization Platform • 10 Ways to Use Music to Set the Mood 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.