AI innovation in planning, Millennial and Gen Z insights reshaping meetings at sea, and ongoing industry pressures as planners navigate tighter budgets and shifting business demands headline this week’s industry news roundup.
Prevue’s Event Intelligence Summit, held May 12–14 at Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City, brought meeting professionals together to explore how AI is reshaping event planning, attendee engagement and business strategy. READ MORE
At IMEX Frankfurt, cruise lines showcased how younger travelers are redefining meetings and incentives at sea with wellness, immersive dining and purpose-driven experiences. READ MORE
Nashville is preparing for its biggest event yet after landing Super Bowl LXIV, a major win for the city’s meetings, hospitality and live events industries. READ MORE
MPI’s Q2 2026 Meetings Outlook says meeting and event professionals are heading into the second half of 2026 under mounting pressure to deliver bigger results with tighter resources. READ MORE
Brand USA has launched two new initiatives aimed at strengthening international traveler confidence and increasing inbound visitation to the U.S. ahead of several major global events. READ MORE
