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What it really takes to pull off a mega convention in Asia

High on the list? A venue that functions as a “super connector” – bridging organisers with unique experiences, local networks and the wider city.

What it really takes to pull off a mega convention in Asia
Tourism Portfolio names new GM
Tourism Portfolio names new GM
Sharon Levingston is the new general manager of Tourism Portfolio, a Sydney-based DMC.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | June 25, 2021
What does it take to revitalise ASEAN’s MICE industry?
What does it take to revitalise ASEAN’s MICE industry?
At a recent virtual webinar by ASEAN Tourism Research Association (ATRA) on revitalising the region's MICE sector, the message to all 343 attendees rang loud and clear: adapt, adapt, adapt.
By S.S. Yoga | June 22, 2021
Hyatt goes hybrid in Bali, resort style
Hyatt goes hybrid in Bali, resort style
Grand Hyatt Bali has introduced a new HY-brid Meeting with the launch of its hybrid meeting studio, set within resort grounds.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | June 22, 2021
Banyan Tree debuts in Europe
Banyan Tree debuts in Europe
Banyan Tree Group has opened its first European property, the Angsana Corfu Resort & Spa in Greece.
By Christina Jelski | June 22, 2021
Accor signs global partnership with LGBTQ+ Travel Association
Accor signs global partnership with LGBTQ+ Travel Association
Accor has signed a global partnership with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA), in an effort to facility greater equality within the travel sector.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | June 22, 2021
Dorsett Putrajaya appoints new GM
Dorsett Putrajaya appoints new GM
Michael Tang has been appointed as general manager at the 218-key Dorsett Putrajaya from 1 June 2021.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | June 22, 2021
Corporate travel policies shifting as hybrid settles in
Corporate travel policies shifting as hybrid settles in
Business travel patterns will shift as many employees continue to work from home at least some of the time.
By Linda Fox | June 22, 2021
Perth launches 3D virtual site inspection tools for events
Perth launches 3D virtual site inspection tools for events
Business Events Perth has launched a library of 3D, digital venue tours to support future business events.
By Natalie Joy Lee | June 22, 2021
Nancy Tan to lead World PCO Alliance
Nancy Tan to lead World PCO Alliance
The World PCO Alliance announced its newly elected leaders at its annual general meeting on 26 May, with VP Nancy Tan appointed as the alliance's new president, taking over Noel Mitchell of Keynote PCO.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | June 18, 2021
FCM and CWT commit to carbon offsets
FCM and CWT commit to carbon offsets
FCM has launched a global carbon offsetting programme with sustainability consultancy South Pole to help clients neutralise the carbon impact arising from their business travel.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | June 18, 2021
Confidence builds ahead of EXPO Dubai
Confidence builds ahead of EXPO Dubai
Ahead of the 1 October opening of Expo 2020, some 370 delegates convened physically in Dubai last month in a show of support for the mega event, and to review the venue's state of readiness.
By Natalie Joy Lee | June 18, 2021
Vanessa Findlay steps down from Business Events Council of Australia
Vanessa Findlay steps down from Business Events Council of Australia
Dr Vanessa Findlay has stepped down from her position as independent chair of the Business Events Council of Australia (BECA).
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | June 18, 2021
Business travel restart vital to knowledge economy
Business travel restart vital to knowledge economy
Forget about losing deals to competitors, some fear a big innovation gap is on the way if business travel doesn’t restart soon.
By Linda Fox | June 18, 2021
Big pharma ready to sponsor live events, fuel event recovery
Big pharma ready to sponsor live events, fuel event recovery
Of the 200 pharmaceutical companies surveyed, 50% are ready to sponsor in-person events in Q3 2022.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | June 18, 2021
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