Bon Voyage? International Travel a Growing Concern for US Events (Vendelux News)
Concern is mounting within the US events industry that President Donald Trump’s tariff threats, talk of annexation, and shift in policies could cause a drop in international attendance at major conferences and trade shows. Event professionals fear that all signs point to a drop in attendance that could halt the momentum the industry achieved post-pandemic.
The Role of Medical Affairs in Bridging Clinical Trial Access for All Patients (MedCity News)
Underrepresentation of racial and ethnic groups and other historically disenfranchised populations in clinical trials continues to be a major challenge. Medical Affairs can help identify solutions.
Business-Travel Spending Set to Hit New Highs in ’24 (MeetingsNet)
GBTA’s just-released 2024 Business Travel Index Outlook sees spending on a strongly upward trend, but progress varies among regions and industries.
The Dawn of a New Golden RFP Age? (RSW/US)
Are we at the dawn of a new golden RFP age where they fade to dust?
65% of marketers said the RFI/RFP is still effective, versus 82% last year.
Has the worm finally turned?
Undoubtedly not, but perhaps we’re finally seeing some cracks in the foundation.