According to MPI’s November 2022 Meetings Outlook report more than half of industry professionals say they are having trouble filling the roles they have, and that number has been consistent over the last four quarters. Add to that the 40% of meeting professionals who are increasing full-time employment, and the employment crisis presents itself more clearly.
Figure 20: Projected time of returning to pre-pandemic staff levels
Mid-2022/Already
Late-2022
2023
Never
After 2023
Spring Projection
40%
4%
15%
27%
14%
Autumn Projection
31%
5%
27%
17%
19%
Ellen Sinclair, Vice President, Benchmark, Pyramid Luxury & Lifestyle, comments: “Given the current uncertainty, organizations recog- nize the need to revisit strategies and reengage their staff teams to ensure a solid foundation to stabilize our economy, both of which require bringing teams together to build for the future. Forward-facing organizations are utilizing the productive experiences provided at IACC certified event and meeting venues – experiences that engage and inspire teams and clients alike in supporting their organizations’ success.”
A higher proportion (41%) of European venue operators reported having already returned to pre-pandemic staffing levels than in the Americas (23%).
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