How do you build trust with someone you’ve never worked with — or even met — before? How do you determine the value of your product in the market and determine your ideal customers? How comfortable are you taking a business risk? These were among the questions that attendees of M&C Asia Connections (MCAC) had to ask themselves during the event’s occasionally intense teambuilding activity, Straits Traders, which challenged teams to make tough negotiations with one another, all with a historic twist.

Hosted in Singapore last week, M&C Asia Connections 2019 gave meeting planners the chance to experience a handpicked selection of event venues, showcasing their myriad capabilities and features ranging from gastronomy, wellness and heritage.

In a world that continues to accelerate and grow more complex, harmonising and reconnecting with nature becomes imperative to success in all areas of life. The world of business is no different. Studies have shown that people generally thrive in nature, turning to lush gardens not just to alleviate stress, but enhance creativity and productivity.

In a world that continues to accelerate and grow more complex, harmonising and reconnecting with nature becomes imperative to success in all areas of life. The world of business is no different. Studies have shown that people generally thrive in nature, turning to lush gardens not just to alleviate stress, but enhance creativity and productivity.

Twenty-five organisations across Asia Pacific were celebrated at the inaugural M&C Asia Stella Awards in Singapore on Tuesday that spotlighted a growing focus on areas such as sustainability and loyalty programmes.

In this second of four part series, we spotlight unique themes to dress up your event experience. This week, we highlight creative ideas from the French Chamber of Commerce in Singapore’s dazzling gala dinner, AIA Hong Kong’s colossal team building project and a dinner fit for royalty at this Balinese UNESCO World Heritage.

Trek off-the-beaten paths and wander to fascinating places in search of Singapore’s rich history and heritage.

Competition is heating up in the MICE industry and meetings planners must be on top of their game to win their pitch. Here are five ways planners and organizers can build their proposals for their next event.

Fresh from its grand opening late last year, Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit has announced a slew of new facilitates dedicated to MICE.

In this first of four part series, we spotlight unique themes to dress up your event experience. This week, we highlight takeaways from Mercedez-Benz’s enigmatic launch event, the fun quotient in Philippines and an experiential culinary event in Hong Kong.

It's probably safe to say that it was the first time that former Manchester United and England captain Bryan Robson had made mooncakes. As the footballing legend joined the chef from Wan Hao, a Chinese restaurant at the Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza, a small audience of diehard United fans could barely believe their luck.

The Philippines would seem almost purpose built for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Events (MICE).

Singapore MICE Forum showcases opportunities for business events in a changing world.

Industry leaders share tips to help you plan a better business event.