Welcoming 2024 with the 12 hottest event trends

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The countdown to 2024 has officially begun.
And in terms of trends in the events industry, the future is looking bright.
Things like staffing levels, diversity, sustainability, accessibility, and AI will be covered in this week’s #GreatEvents episode. All FOUR hosts, Alyssa Peltier, Paulina Giusti, Rachel Andrews, AND our new 2024 host, Felicia Asiedu, tap into 12 key trends to look forward to in 2024.
But remember, it’s not all sunshine and rainbows.
They’ll also talk about inflation, how it’s affecting the meetings and events industry today, and how it will affect it in the future.
But… is there a secret on how to get over these hurdles?
Find out in this episode. You won’t want to miss it.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
The significant impact of AI on the meetings and events industry
The evolution and centralization of event operations within companies
The continuing importance of prioritization and ROI in event planning
Things to listen for:
[03:26] Why in-person events have dominated in 2023
[04:35] How venues are supporting experience first events
[12:03] Rehiring with a focus on technology skills in 2024
[18:46] Expanding events with cost control and prioritization
[29:14] A checklist for event professionals embracing AI
[32:45] Event design: accessibility, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion
[37:07] A moment of gratitude