What’s next for meetings? Trends, forecasts and insights shaping the year ahead
Trends and research

What’s next for meetings? Trends, forecasts and insights shaping the year ahead

Thursday, May 21, 2026
11:05 AM - 11:35 AM | Europe/Berlin

Education session

Hall 9 | Link - MPI and ICCA Education, Stand 9013
English
About

As the business events landscape continues to evolve, meeting professionals face increasing uncertainty.

Explore key findings from MPI’s latest Meetings Outlook research, including forecasts for budgets, attendance and business conditions. Share peer insights, discuss emerging trends and identify practical steps to plan with greater confidence.

Learning outcomes:

Review forecasts for budgets, attendance and business conditions in the year ahead

Analyze key trends affecting meeting professionals and their implications

Assess how emerging trends may influence future planning decisions

Speakers

Tim Luepke

Director of EducationMeeting Professionals International

Federico Toja

Director Chapter Operation EMEAMPI