A Look Back at 2024
June • The Sustainability and Social Impact Committee hosts an ESG Unpacked webinar to help event pros better understand global regulations. August • EIC launches a global survey of CMPs to better understand how we can continue to provide value to the growing community of meeting professionals. September • EIC, with the support of the SITE Foundation, deploys the Futures Landscape Study Survey to business events stakeholders worldwide. • More than 40 EIC Member delegates convene in San Juan, Puerto Rico for the 75 th Anniversary EIC Council Leadership Meeting . October • Leaders from every sector of the global business events industry come together to honour EIC’s 75 th Anniversary and Global Awards. • Five industry legends are inducted into the prestigious Hall of Leaders. .
November • The Q2 2024 Global Events Barometer reveals group hotel room nights and RFP have both reached 2019 levels — a first since the pandemic and indicators of long-term strength. • The CMP Competency Profile Project completes bias review, one of the final steps before the 2025 rollout of the new International Standards and updated exam. • Many EIC members participate in the Forum for Advocacy during IBTM World in Barcelona. • The EIC Pavillion at IBTM World is a busy gathering spot with education hosted by EIC members Global DMC Partners, IAEE, IAPCO, MPI and SITE.
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