Industry

Industry Acts to Oppose Anti-GSA Legislation
In the wake of the GSA scandal, the International Association of Exhibitions and Events has launched a grassroots campaign to oppose anti-meetings legislation in Congress.
Event Marketing Track Planned for MPI's WEC 2012
The Event Marketing Institute has partnered with Meeting Professionals International to deliver a dedicated event marketing track at MPI's 2012 World Education Congress.
PCMA Announces Speakers for AIBTM 2012
The Professional Convention Management Association has released its lineup of speakers for the 2012 Americas Meetings and Events Exhibition.
IMEX America Partners With MPI to Expand 'Smart Monday' Education Day
This year's IMEX America trade show will feature an expanded pre-show educational event, presented by Meeting Professionals International.
Congress Moves to Cut Federal Conference Spending
Both the House and the Senate have passed measures to limit federal spending on meetings.
MPI Announces 2012 RISE Award Winners
Meeting Professionals International has chosen the 2012 recipients of its annual Recognizing Industry Success and Excellence (RISE) Awards.
AIBTM to Showcase Cutting-Edge Meetings Technology
Reed Travel Exhibitions will introduce a new "Future Events Experience" at AIBTM 2012.
Legislation Seeks Government Conference Cuts
In the wake of the GSA scandal, the U.S. Senate gives preliminary approval to government-wide conference budget cuts, per-event spending cap
Green Meeting Standards Available for Bundled Purchase
The APEX/ASTM Environmentally Sustainable Meeting Standards are now available for online purchase as a complete compilation.
Senate Kills House Plan to Defund Brand USA
A Republican plan to strip Brand USA of its funding has failed thanks to Democrats in the U.S. Senate.
IMEX in Frankfurt to Include Revamped Association Day
In advance of the next IMEX in Frankfurt trade show, the IMEX Group has given IMEX Association Day a makeover.
EIBTM Announces Early Bird Exhibitors
Although it doesn't take place until November, many exhibitors already have reserved space at EIBTM 2012.
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