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Facial analysis at events, mia’s survey findings, menopause in the events industry, & more
This Monday’s Insights (20 March 2023) feature brings you the latest news including Facial analysis at events, mia’s survey findings, menopause in the events industry, and more.
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Facial analysis at events is the subject of an interesting new piece in Skift Meetings.
Is there a reason to be concerned about this AI-powered analysis? Dylan Monorchio writes: ‘Would you feel comfortable with a sanctioned robot stalker at your event? While the situation is not as Orwellian as that, it’s important to consider the potential benefits and pitfalls of using facial analysis technology.’
Read the full overview at Skift Meetings.
The latest findings from the mia’s January 2023 survey are out.
Kerrin MacPhie, chief executive of the mia has shared the latest findings from its sector surveillance with Conference News.
The result reveals the impact of industrial strikes, rising costs, recruitment challenges and more on our sector.
The feature states that the survey provides ‘optimism that demand is returning’. Yet it also demonstrates’ the significant damage and disruption caused by ongoing externalities’.
Read the full feature with key finding here.
M&IT’s, Holly Patrick, has written an insightful article about menopause in the events industry, following a recent Round Table event.
The event, organised by Northstar Meetings Group and chaired by Holly, hosted 15 female event professionals. The discussion focused on topic of menopause in the workplace.
Holly’s follow-up feature mentions a report by the Fawcett Society. The report found 10 per cent of the 4000 45-55-year-old women surveyed left their job because of menopause symptoms. These numbers come at a time when our industry needs more experienced professionals. So, how can we support women to stop them from leaving the talent pool?
The Meetings Show’s 2023 hosted buyer programme is open for registrations.
The show encourages senior meeting and event planners to register for its hosted buyer programme. The programme aims to optimise their time at the event at ExCeL London on 28 and 29 June 2023.
Hosted buyers attending can access a dedicated appointments diary to book pre-scheduled exhibitor meetings. They are also supported with travel, accommodation and a host of other benefits.
Those opting to engage in the three-day programme will also be invited to attend a bespoke educational experience. It provides targeted content for event planners, before welcoming them with an exclusive evening reception at an exciting London location. Hosted buyers can discover a venue in the heart of the city, featuring stunning views of London’s iconic skyline. The venue will be announced soon.
Jack Marczewski, portfolio event director of The Meetings Show, TEAMS Europe and Business Travel Show Europe, commented on the programme. He said: “We welcome applications from domestic and European event planners keen to hold valuable meetings with the show’s diverse list of exhibitors. We don’t make appointment matches, so it’s entirely down to the buyer who they want to meet with, and with the three attendance options it provides more flexibility for those tight on time.”
Olympia London’s CEO, Julie Driscoll has joined the AEV’s board.
The Association of Event Venues (AEV) director, Rachel Parker, spoke to Event Industry News. She said: “The combined skills and experience of our board members is instrumental in setting strategic direction for our association. Julie is acknowledged as a leader in change management, spurring growth and driving expansion. Her appointment will make the AEV Board an even stronger force for good in the venue sector and the wider event industry community.”
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