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Collaborative discussions, empowering experiences at MPI’s EMEC 2026
“I discovered how powerful the community truly is in this industry” at the European Meetings & Events Conference in Barcelona.
By Paul Cook
‘Everything starts with intentional design and deep discovery’
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By Blair Potter
Re-energize and re-center at WEC 2026
Wellness expert Angela Minardi of Fit City Adventures discusses connecting in meaningful ways at events and some of the exciting wellness activations she’s bringing to MPI’s World Education Congress (June 2-4 in San Antonio), from puppy yoga to a sound bath to a meditation station.
By Blair Potter
Understanding the brain for more effective meetings and events
If you want your event to be remembered, make sure delegates aren’t distracted, says Bogdan Manta, organisational neuroscientist and MPI European Meetings & Events Conference plenary speaker.
By Paul Cook, MPI Correspondent
Volunteer of the Month: John Kirby
Meet John Kirby (MPI Kansas City Chapter) director of customer relationships for Encore, recognized as MPI’s Volunteer of the Month for February 2026.
By Michael Pinchera
‘This changes how I’ll do things’ moments at EMEC Barcelona
On the eve of MPI’s hosted buyer programme at the European Meetings & Events Conference in Barcelona, participants talk about the importance of gaining fresh perspectives and building invaluable connections.
By Paul Cook, MPI Correspondent