Conference Industry Association announces important Martin’s Law
In an effort to provide the industry with more clarity, the Meetings Industry Association (MIA) has developed a practical guide to help the business meetings and events industry prepare for the impending introduction of Martin’s Law. The trade association has partnered with leading security and risk management experts GSA Global to develop a step-by-step roadmap to help the industry stay ahead of potential requirements so it is ready when the law is enacted.This extensive guidance provides details of the existing legal framework that venues must comply with to ensure the safety of their staff, visitors and the public, as well as information on anticipated Martin's Law. It also provides useful information on the impact of venues of different sizes as well as training checklists, risk assessment templates and communication protocols. Figen Murray, the driving force behind the legislation, has endorsed the guidance. She said: "The terrorism threat landscape is complex and ever-changing. A key part of the necessary preparations for…
Meeting Notice｜Qingdao Veterinary Doctors Association Spring Festival and First Qilu Laoshan Forum on Pet Hospital Management
Since its establishment in October 2008, the Qingdao Veterinary Doctors Association has been committed to assisting animal diagnosis and treatment agencies in the management, training and continuing education of animal diagnosis and treatment personnel in company, introducing and promoting new pet diagnosis and treatment technologies, drugs, and health care products, and preventing and controlling various diseases. To prevent the occurrence of pet diseases, guide and promote the welfare of pets, and lead pet medical care to become more professional. The association has always adhered to the principle of "based on Qingdao and covering Shandong" and actively carried out cooperation and exchanges in multiple fields. We have successfully held several large-scale investment cooperation meetings, attracting more than 2,000 veterinarians from Qingdao and even Shandong cities. The association has always been a leader among urban pet associations.With sincerity and joy, we specially invite you to attend the “Qingdao Veterinary Doctors Association Spring Festival and the First Qilu Laoshan Forum on Pet Hospital…
Intelligent Action Special: ASAE Promotion Demonstration Association
Listen to audio Mary Kate Cunningham serves as ASAE’s new chief public policy and governance officer When the new administration takes over the White House in January, Society of Automotive EngineersMary Kate Cunningham, CAE, newly promoted chief public policy and governance officer at the American Society of Association Executives, will be ready. Since 2018, she has led the communications department of the 50,000-person association. Cunningham, named a 2023 Smart Women Conference Innovator Award recipient, began her career as a staffer on Capitol Hill. She works with former ASAE senior vice president of public policy Jim Clarke, who has been with the organization for more than 20 years. Since taking charge of ASAE’s Public Policy Division, Cunningham has achieved many successes, including representing the association on pandemic relief measures and resolving issues related to the tax treatment of the association’s revenue streams. As the United States looks forward to the upcoming 119th Cunningham is leading the effort to form the ASAE…
Industry Trends | 2024 Annual Meeting of National Style and Fashion Special Committee of China National Garment Association Held in Hangzhou
On the afternoon of November 6, the "2024 Annual Meeting of the National Professional Style and Fashion Committee of the China National Clothing Association" was held in Hangzhou.As a strong trend that has emerged in recent years, national style fashion not only carries the profound heritage of excellent Chinese traditional culture, but also shines with vitality in the context of the new era. In order to gather industrial synergies, the China National Clothing Association established the "National Style Fashion Special Committee" in 2021 to carry out a series of works. One of the important annual tasks of the special committee is that the meeting aims to strengthen business exchanges. and cooperation and promote the development of Chinese style fashion industry.This conference attracted many industry experts, academics, brand companies and designers.Yang Xiaodong, Full-time Vice President of China National Clothing Association/Chairman of National Style and Fashion Committee, Shen Moli, Secretary General of Zhejiang Garment Industry Association, Professor Wu Haiyan of the Chinese…
Association Study Trip » Exhibition City News
Submitted by IFES Robyn d'Alessandro Brussels, Belgium – November 2024 Designing a future society for our lives IFES and fwd: Members of the exhibitions and events industry are invited to an exclusive study tour of Expo 2025 in Osaka from 25 to 29 May 2025. This unique event theme “Designing future societies for our lives.” It will bring together global leaders, innovators and visionaries from more than 150 countries to showcase cutting-edge solutions, sustainable advancements and emerging technologies that are shaping the future. IFES and fwd: Association Learning Tours offer a fully immersive experience that brings inspiration and connections through VIP privileged access to the Expo's most anticipated pavilions, guided tours and productive discussions. Participants will witness Japan’s Society 5.0 initiatives and experience first-hand the transformative potential of humane robots, Mobility as a Service (MaaS), 5G advancements and renewable energy solutions. Dive into key themes and innovations The Expo's agenda will address global challenges, highlighting eight thematic projects and innovations…
Meeting Industry Association announces 2024 miaList
miaList 2024 Winners - Photo: JT@aniseedphoto The winners who have secured a place in the Meetings Industry Association's (MIA) prestigious miaList 2024 were announced at a celebration in Liverpool last night.Competition for the industry association's Honor Roll, which rewards individuals as well as organizations and teams for excellence in the business meetings and events sector, is fierce after a record-breaking year of nominations.Following the association's annual mia summit, where nominees gathered with industry peers at the Hilton Liverpool City Center, the celebration spotlighted inspiring talent across the industry while publicly recognizing their achievements, skills and contributions.The ceremony began with a Special Recognition Award to Figen Murray, the driving force behind Martin's Law. Following the tragic death of her son in the Manchester Arena terror attack in 2017, Figan campaigned tirelessly to drastically reduce the chance of a terror attack through the introduction of new legislation to stop terrorists targeting areas where people gather.The 10 people who received seats this year…
Empowering a new generation of association leaders
Listen to audio How leaders find and support employees The need is real. Meeting planners are needed more than ever. However, finding and retaining qualified employees isn't always easy. The American Hotel & Lodging Association (ALHA) reports that an estimated 67% of hotels are experiencing staffing issues and shortages since the pandemic began, and 68% of planners are new to the meetings industry. The National Council of Nonprofits also noted that 74 percent of nonprofits have job openings. To better understand what this means for the industry and how the association can empower the next generation of future leaders, Smart Meetings spoke with Maisha Hogue, who is the frontline between the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) headquarters and its professional chapters Communicators Network worked with speech-language pathologist and association professional Mariel Solomon, MS, CC-SLP, to explore how associations can attract a younger, more diverse group of potential employees. Click here to watch the full webinar discussion. Defining diversity and…
National Outdoor Activities Association (NOEA) Budget Response
27th November 2019 Bath NOEA Awards Ceremony was held on 27th November 2019 at the Bath Pump Room and Roman BathsThis will never be the budget to support our industry, but the reality is that events and events businesses are once again being neglected and there is little to be optimistic about. It does raise the question of how much the government wants this £65m property.For us in the events industry, this budget is all about jobs and talent, something we at NOEA have prioritized over the past few years. With this in mind, we support raising the living wage and minimum wage as it supports our agenda of providing better, more stable careers for event professionals.However, while the support for employees is evident, unfortunately there is no relief for the businesses that employ them. The increase in National Insurance represents a range of other taxes (pensions etc.) that make employment more expensive. This, along with changes to employment rights,…
2024 Special IMEX Industry Trends Insights
CHICAGO – Maritz released its special 2024 IMEX Industry Trends Report last week at IMEX America, the event industry’s annual trade show. In the report, Maritz lays out the current pulse he's seeing from clients, along with inflation forecasts and guidance for maximizing every stage of the incentive journey. trade show director We sat down with Maritz COO Steve O'Malley after IMEX to discuss the report's findings in detail and learn more about what's next for the industry. "IMEX is fantastic," O'Malley said of where the 2024 report will be released. "I think outperforming IMEX America's biggest numbers this year is a great statement about the health of our industry. There was a lot of buzz, great events, and it felt like a family reunion again." Customer Trends According to the report, Maritz saw different trends emerging among its corporate clients and association/trade show clients. Trade Shows and Associations While corporate clients are in a compressed planning cycle, trade show…
Clarion launches association cooperation
Chicago — North American Cabaret Events Launched a new strategic partner program - Clarion Events Collaborative: Elevating Association Events - to help associations maximize the value and impact of their event approach and management. Led by Liz Irving, president of Clarion Events North America, and Chris Brown, head of Level Up Event Strategies and former executive vice president of global connections and events for the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), the initiative provides associations with opportunities to partner with for-profit organizations to Leverage its expertise, resources and global network. “I think what separates us from other organizers is the structure of the deals we can implement,” Irving said. "The deals we have worked with associations in the past and will continue to focus on are giving associations the opportunity to remain involved in events so they can be involved. I think the deal structure all depends on the association, the needs and the outcome, but the goal is really something…
How the Medical Association Receives Premium Media Coverage
The American Society of Hematology’s comprehensive strategy includes a rigorous vetting process for journalists applying to attend its annual meeting, as well as detailed logistical arrangements to meet their needs and deadlines. Author: Convene Editorial Department The American Society of Hematology takes an extensive approach to media outreach during its annual meeting, including reaching out to experts and arranging media briefings. (Adobe Stock photo) Bill Reed, FASAE, CMP, Chief Events Strategist, American Society of Hematology (ASH) via email Convening He wrote this after reading “Health Journalists Prioritize Content Generation at Industry Conferences,” a Medical Marketing and Media article about what medical journalists prioritize at medical conferences. The article was published in our News Junkie newsletter. Bill Reed, FASAE, CMP “I thought the article was interesting from the perspective of what journalists want to get out of conferences…However, most medical conferences are designed for physicians and researchers, who are the primary audience, and journalists will attend sessions with the most newsworthy…
ASAE 2024 Annual Conference: Uncovering the Key to a Prosperous Future
Listen to Audio Annual Meeting and Expo Answer: Unity The ASAE logo will be displayed on the terminal tower during the 2024 ASAE Annual Meeting The streets of Cleveland were bustling with 5,069 attendees from August 11-13 for the 2024 ASAE Annual Meeting & Expo. Hotels were full, local volunteers in pink shirts cheered attendees and welcomed them to the city, and the iconic Terminal Tower was illuminated by projector lights each night during the event, displaying the ASAE logo on a red and blue diamond. All of this sets the stage for a gathering that will not only inspire people over the days and weeks ahead, but will also reconnect attendees with their roles as association professionals around one main point: that in order for them – and the wider world – to thrive in the future, it is vital to create and maintain solidarity. As ASAE President and CEO Michelle Mason said, "(It's) really about inclusion. It's about…
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