An unprecedented run of mega events will elevate L.A. and its meetings industry to new heights of global recognition.

Discover Puerto Rico has named a new CEO to follow up Brad Dean, who left the DMO in February to become the president and CEO of Explore St. Louis.

Associations have faced a number of significant challenges with the change of presidential administrations. ASAE’s 2025 Annual Meeting & Exposition faced these head-on while posting positive numbers in a variety of metrics. 

Here’s everything you need to know about quiet rooms: why they’re popping up everywhere, what their purpose is and why you should have one at your next event.

These 20 Meetings Trendsetters have stepped up to lead the business events industry in a positive direction from a variety of roles via accomplishments in a wide range of disciplines. Congratulations to the Meetings Trendsetters class of 2025!

The needs of modern meeting attendees are changing—and the flexibility of conference centers meet the challenge