Meetings Industry News

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Who Deserves Federal Funding?
Who Deserves Federal Funding?
A new government proposal aims to place hefty restrictions on federal grants, threatening funding for associations and convention venues.
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On My Agenda: Coping With Coronavirus During a Watershed Week for Meetings
This week marked a turning point for our industry – and our lives. It will take a creative, collaborative spirit to get through this crisis.
March 13, 2020
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Amidst Coronavirus Outbreak, D.C. Officials Encourage Postponement or Cancellation of Nonessential Mass Gatherings
Events DC will temporarily suspend operations from March 13-31.
March 11, 2020
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WHO: Coronavirus Now a Pandemic
COVID-19 has affected 114 countries and resulted in more than 4,200 deaths.
March 11, 2020
IMEX Frankfurt Cancelled
IMEX Frankfurt Cancelled
Organizers of the meetings industry trade show based the decision on uncertainty caused by German government and "the responsibility we feel towards our exhibitors and partners."
March 11, 2020
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Canada Publishes Coronavirus Risk Assessment Guidelines for Large Events
The new advice aims to help meeting planners weigh their options and decide whether it is necessary to cancel or postpone events.
March 11, 2020
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150 Travel Organizations Say Healthy Americans Don't Need to Cancel Plans Due to Coronavirus
Meetings and travel industry leaders encourage "facts, not fear" in the time of COVID-19.
March 11, 2020
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