Soufiane El Allam, Complex Commercial & Operations Director at Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection, overseeing Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City, V Hotel – Curio Collection by Hilton, and Al Habtoor Palace.

Many DMCs join groups that function as marketing networks to bring in business and provide operations support. Note: All information here is supplied by the companies listed and was current at press ...

For the past few years, it seems that charcuterie boards of all types have had a grip on the events world, mostly for the better. What started as an elaborate snacking trend has taken several ...

Cover photo: Contortionists set the scene for FREAK SHOW, a corporate reception by Cerbelli Creative that was themed with circus obscurities. Photo courtesy Ivan Piedra Photography It’s hard to ...

You don’t need to close your eyes to picture it: the hum of conversation, the clinking of glasses, soft music in the background punctuated by laughter here and there. Cocktail receptions are a ...

Destination events are incredibly rewarding—but they require a lot of know-how. Each year, we turn to the world of Destination Marketing Companies (DMCs), the experts in destinations and a great ...

Each year, the City of Surrey (British Columbia, Canada) celebrates cultures around the globe with their Surrey Fusion Festival. This free, family-friendly affair brings together all of the ...

In an era where remote work has disrupted traditional networking opportunities, event professionals are reimagining how to bring people together meaningfully. According to the 2025 Experiential Trends ...

Events are a business strategy element, requiring proper preparation and a strategic approach. Chaotic event appearances or last-minute attempts to "jump on the bandwagon" for global conferences lead ...

In the world of business event planning, true inclusivity goes beyond broad statements—it requires thoughtful, proactive strategies that address the unique challenges LGBTQ+ attendees may face. A ...

We asked, you decided: with travel and destination events being a top priority for so many after the years of pandemic isolation we all endured, DMCs are having a moment, and they deserve recognition.

In this traditionally slower part of the event season, it’s a perfectly natural response to audit your business strategies and workflow as you make plans for the busy year ahead. But how much focus ...