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The Measurement Gap the Meeting and Event Industry Must Close

Companies are more convinced than ever that in-person meetings and events drive real business results, but a new survey from Global DMC Partners (GDP), a large network of destination management companies and specialized event service providers, reveals a significant gap between that conviction and the ability to prove it, one the industry will need to close in order to sustain momentum.

Calls for Greater Transparency on Airline-Imposed Surcharges

In a complex global political and economic climate, the World Travel Agents Associations Alliance (WTAAA) announces that it is calling on airlines to adopt a more transparent and collaborative approach to airline-imposed surcharges, an issue that vexes meeting and event planners as well. 

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Kansas City Basks in FIFA Spotlight

Missouri, a premier Midwest meetings destination, is home to fan favorites like the Kansas City Chiefs and, soon, the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup 2026. Kansas City is the only Midwest city selected to host this world-class event. The excitement surrounding the tournament is already palpable and it underscores what planners have long known: This is a city built to welcome large crowds, big ideas and unforgettable events.