ASAE’s Cunningham promoted to chief public policy and
Submitted by Chris West Washington—— ASAE President and CEO Michelle Mason (FASAE, CAE) announced today that Mary Kate Cunningham, CAE, has been promoted to chief public policy and governance officer. This appointment underscores ASAE’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding associational interests on Capitol Hill and ensuring good governance that supports ASAE and the association community. Cunningham took over ASAE Public Policy in 2018 and has a strong record of representing associations on pandemic relief measures, workforce development and issues related to the tax treatment of association income streams. Tax reform becomes incoming 119th Cunningham is currently pushing ASAE to form a tax reform coalition to aggressively protect the tax-exempt industry from increased taxes. With his expanded responsibilities, Cunningham will continue to report to the President and CEO and will assume additional responsibilities as the senior liaison to the ASAE Board of Directors. This dual focus reflects ASAE’s commitment to impactful policy work and organizational governance during a critical period for the…
F1: Monaco Grand Prix confirms new policy, remains in place
F1 has announced a contract extension with the iconic Monaco Grand Prix, ensuring the event remains a fixture on the F1 calendar until 2031. The Monaco Grand Prix, often hailed as the crown jewel of the F1 season, is expected to end its current run in 2025 after the race is contracted. However, both the Automobile Club de Monaco and F1 agreed to postpone the event for six years, cementing the event's status as a long-term favorite for fans and drivers. The 2025 Monaco Grand Prix is scheduled to be held from May 23 to 25, which is also the 75th anniversary of F1's first official appearance. From 2026, the race will move to the first full weekend in June each year. Despite its challenging layout and limited overtaking opportunities, the track's rich history and unique atmosphere continue to attract fans and drivers. As F1 celebrates its 75th anniversary next year, the Monaco Grand Prix will add a touch of…
Events business announces global policy dates
The Business of Events announces its signature Global Policy Forum will be held on the 20thth February 2025 at IET London: Savoy Place. The Global Policy Forum, now in its sixth year, will bring together more than 250 senior business activity leaders, policymakers, politicians, government officials, media and industry stakeholders to discuss the continued development and implementation of the sector’s long-term policy agenda .Robert Wright, managing director of Davies Tanner and founder of The Business of Events, said: “Since the last Global Policy Forum in late 2023, we have seen some significant changes, including the new UK government. The policies we published ahead of the last general election The agenda continues to form the basis for developing policy ideas aimed at unlocking the economic potential of UK events. We are keen to explore these agenda items further with senior colleagues across the sector and our key stakeholders and policymakers, and the Global Policy Forum provides this. The perfect platform.” Members…
China’s role in global trade shows remains strong despite visa policy
BEIJING — China is a major player in the trade show industry. As the world's second largest economy, economic growth is expected to reach 5% this year. This is great news for the trade show industry. “China’s economy is one of the most dynamic in the world, and its market offers huge business opportunities. Among them, thanks to the large investments in renewable energy, 5G and artificial intelligence in recent years, it is at the forefront of technological innovation. World leading position," said Ricard Zapatero, International Business Director of Fira in Barcelona. Fashion exhibition is one of the emerging fields. From Shanghai to Shenzhen, and even second-tier cities such as Dalian, Ningbo, Haining, and Zhuzhou, fashion exhibitions are booming in China. Giorgio Meloni, President of the Council of Ministers of the Italian Government, and Li Qiang, Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, recently held an important meeting in Beijing related to the Chinese trade exhibition…
Speaker Registration Fees and Artificial Intelligence Policy at Events
PCMA Catalyst community members asked two questions: Do speakers need to pay registration fees for the events they speak at, and what is your AI policy for medical conferences. Author: Convene Editor At some events, a registration fee is required if the speaker chooses to attend the remainder of the conference as an attendee. PCMA's Catalyst community provides a platform for members to ask each other questions, share ideas, or, as the website puts it, "communicate and collaborate." Here's an example from a recent Catalyst discussion. “I’d love to hear from others in the industry as we continue to evaluate best practices for events,” Deborah GoodakerExplore Albany and Albany Films’ Destination Services Manager and Albany Film Specialist wrote to her peers on Catalyst. "Do your speakers typically pay a registration fee for the events they speak at? If so, how do you structure that? If not, how do you manage the associated costs?" in previous organizationhere is their policy: Registration…
Stellantis employees told of spending cuts as ‘doghouse’ policy
Stellantis CFO Natalie Knight calls on employees to implement drastic cost-cutting measures to reduce the company's cash drain Stellantis' chief financial officer warned employees in an internal email that the "doghouse" policy is back. Post-recovery policies aim to significantly reduce corporate spending to preserve cash flow. CFOs urge employees to reject any spending requests that do not support critical business functions. Strantis reintroduced a policy of austerity known internally as the "dog house." The goal is to get employees to help reduce the company's cash drain during a difficult period for the automaker, which reported a sharp 20% drop in U.S. sales in the third quarter compared with the same period last year despite the incentives. Year-to-date, sales are down 17%, underscoring the challenging environment the company faces. Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Natalie Knight broke the news to Stellantis employees in an internal email last week. The policy is framed by "imposing stricter attention and control on procurement requisitions" and…
Ongoing hotel, Boeing strikes: What planners need to do
Listen to audio there is always somethingas Gilda Radner often complained when she played Roseanne Roseannadanna on "Saturday Night Live." Meeting a professional can create empathy. In recent weeks, the "something" has been strikes by workers in hotels and airplanes, two industries that rely heavily on successful events. briefing Thousands more hotel workers across the United States went on strike this week as talks between the United Here union and major hotel companies over pandemic cuts and pay increases remain deadlocked. As many as 40,000 hotel workers could go on strike by the end of the year, affecting as many as 22 North American cities. About 33,000 Boeing mechanics went on strike in mid-September after the company's initial proposal was firmly rejected by union members. The strike halted production of Boeing's best-selling 737 Max near Seattle, as well as 777 jetliners and a freighter. Hotel Strike: What to Know The latest strikers, including waiters, waiters, housekeepers and cooks, walked off…
Presidential Elections and Conferences – 4 Policy Questions
Here are four hot-button policy issues for meetings and events professionals to consider before voting. The results of the upcoming U.S. federal and state elections are likely to have lasting effects on the country, including the meetings and events industry. Last week, coinciding with National Voter Registration Day on September 17, the Exhibition & Convention Alliance (ECA) launched a nonpartisan initiative called ECA Votes to educate planners on four key policy issues that may be at stake. Designed to be a one-stop resource, ECA Votes also offers a way to register to vote in your state from the website (thanks to a partnership with Vote.org), as well as a link to a three-part Election Preview webinar series that will go beyond the headlines to discuss how the election results will impact the industry moving forward. “The results of this November’s vote will help shape the direction of the business events industry towards 2025 and beyond,” said Tommy Goodwin, ECA Vice…
Ministry of Transport launches vehicle scrapping policy; automakers to provide
In order to phase out obsolete and environmentally harmful vehicles across India, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has launched a voluntary vehicle modernisation programme, commonly known as the Vehicle Scrappage Policy. The programme is currently being implemented by over 60 Registered Vehicle Scrappage Facilities (RVSFs) in 17 states and union territories and 75 Automatic Testing Stations (ATSs) in 12 states and territories. In a meeting with a delegation from the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), Union Minister Nitin Gadkari emphasised the programme’s goal of replacing obsolete, polluting vehicles with cleaner, more eco-friendly models. When the scheme was first introduced, owners of scrapped cars (and with a certificate of deposit) were eligible for car manufacturer discounts on new models, waived registration fees and road tax exemptions. In addition, state governments were told that motor vehicle tax relief of up to 25% could be granted for non-transport vehicles and up to 15% for transport vehicles. The Department of Transport…
GEICO wins car sex lawsuit over STD claims
A couple had sex in the man's car, which caused the woman to be infected with a disease, so the man sued GEICO for $1 million. August 10, 2024 — Insurance company GEICO will not have to pay $1 million to a man and woman who had sex in a car, allegedly causing the woman to contract a sexually transmitted disease in the vehicle. The GEICO Car Sex Litigation involved a woman (MO) and a man (MB) who began a sexual relationship in November 2017 and continued for more than two years. Between November and December 2017, they had unprotected sex at MO's home in Kansas City, Missouri, and MB's home in Kansas. One of the encounters allegedly took place inside MB's 2014 Hyundai Genesis. In October 2018, MO was diagnosed with human papillomavirus (HPV), but the two continued to have unprotected sex after the woman knew she was infected with HPV. The woman said MB never told her she…
JB Hunt President: Technology, Policy and
May 24, 2024 Shelley Simpson, president of JB Hunt Transportation Services, believes that in order for the industry to meet its overall goal of reducing transportation-related emissions, some changes need to happen. “We are all facing tensions that are affecting our businesses, our decisions and the future of our industry,” Simpson said during his keynote address at this year’s ACT Expo. “We feel this tension because of the inconsistency between sustainable technologies, emissions regulation policies and the economic rationale for adopting emerging technologies.” Simpson said a combination of tough deadlines at the state and federal levels, such as the California Air Resources Board’s Advanced Clean Fleet Rule and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s latest heavy-duty vehicle emissions standards, have put fleets in a precarious position. “When state and federal requirements are not aligned, it creates more problems for interstate operations and commerce, and for the innovation needed to meet those regulatory requirements,” Simpson said, adding that JB Hunt recently announced…
Member Refund Policy – Miami’s Best Car Wash, Coral
If you need a refund, please scan the QR code and send a text message with the word "refund" to number 22322 Call 866.305.4ECW (4329) or email INFO@ELCARWASH.COMThe Car Wash is committed to ensuring that all members are charged correctly for services provided. Refunds for Unlimited Membership top-ups must meet one of the following conditions:Customers complete online cancellation prior to the recharge date and receive proof via transaction confirmation email.The customer completes the cancellation by phone prior to the recharge date and is provided proof via a confirmation number provided by the agent.The customer completes the cancellation at the location before the recharge date and is provided with proof via the transaction receipt.If a member has used their unlimited membership in one billing cycle, they are not eligible for a refund.For any unlimited membership, at the point of sale, any new customer must agree to the Terms of Service before their account can be activated.Unused Unlimited Memberships have two (2)…
What is El Car Wash’s refund policy? – Best Car Wash
El Car Wash is committed to ensuring all members are properly billed for services provided.Refunds for unlimited membership top-ups must meet one of the following conditions:Customers complete cancellation online prior to the recharge date and receive proof via transaction confirmation email.The customer completes the cancellation by phone prior to the recharge date and provides proof via the confirmation number provided by the agent.The customer completes the cancellation on-site prior to the recharge date and provides proof via the transaction receipt.If a member redeems a car wash using their Unlimited Membership during a billing cycle, they are not eligible for a refund.For any Unlimited Membership, at the point of sale any new customer must agree to the Terms of Service prior to activating their account.Unused Unlimited Memberships have two (2) months (60 days) from the date of transaction to be reported to Customer Service.Any transactions outside of this time frame will not be reviewed for refund unless reviewed by the main…
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