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EMEC Barcelona: Real-world application in a city at the forefront of events
MPI’s 2026 European Meetings & Events Conference—21-24 February in Barcelona—is not just about discussing trends, but experiencing how a destination brings them to life, says Christoph Tessmar, managing director of the Barcelona Convention Bureau.
By Blair Potter
Fresh eyes, passionate locals moving Atlantic City forward
Longtime MPI volunteer leader Anthony Molino discusses his new role at Visit Atlantic City and why’s it’s an exciting time for event planners to connect with this “small beach town.”
By Blair Potter
Trade tensions and events: Preparation and info sharing are key
The collateral damage from the current trade tensions is surprisingly wide-ranging.
By Allan Lynch
Reno is on a roll for meetings and events
It came down to one ball, one strike, for $1 million. Ernie McCracken cradled the bowl and eyed the lane. His hair flopped around like a poor man’s Robert Smith, exposing his bald spot. The crowd went silent, and McCracken pursed his lips before rolling the ball down the lane. Strike! McCracken wins by one pin! He dances on the floor, and the crowd goes wild.
By Jason Hensel, Journalist
Rosen Hotels & Resorts at 50: Growth and making communities better
By Blair Potter
Cosmopolitan, multifaceted İstanbul, Türkiye, to host MPI’s EMEC
MPI has announced that İstanbul, Türkiye, will host its signature European event in 2025.
By Blair Potter