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Clearer objectives for more useful event impact measurement
In a Northstar Meetings Group interview, Geneviève Leclerc explains how ImpactAIQ connects strategy, evidence and decisions.
Oct 211 min read


#MEET4IMPACT and Gevme Launch ImpactAIQ: The AI Platform for demonstrating the impact of events
#MEET4IMPACT and Gevme Launch ImpactAIQ: The AI Platform for demonstrating the impact of events
Oct 133 min read


Montréal documents the changes events can support
Two case studies show how Business Events Montréal, MEET4IMPACT and Gevme are making congress contributions to the destination easier to understand.
Sep 301 min read


Canadian study reveals how to design lasting event impact
Destination Canada, MEET4IMPACT and GainingEdge reveal the mechanisms that turn an event into a chain of lasting change.
Jun 241 min read


GDS-Forum and Impact Day 2026 bring sustainability and destination impact together
In Szczecin, GSTC, GDS-Movement, MEET4IMPACT and their partners connected sustainability standards, destination stewardship and positive impact creation.
Jun 221 min read


DMOs as catalysts for a regenerative event economy
MEET4IMPACT’s Made Raie explains why destinations are evolving from event hosts into strategic partners for impact.
Jun 31 min read


EIC prepares a new global measure of the economic significance of events
The Events Industry Council’s forthcoming study and global barometer will help document the evolution and economic value of the sector.
Jan 291 min read


New guide helps associations use subvention as a lever for impact
Conferli, MEET4IMPACT and GDS-Movement offer a practical approach to using the financial and in-kind support available from destinations.
Jan 161 min read


Exempla and MEET4IMPACT partner to strengthen association impact
The partnership combines association support with MEET4IMPACT’s expertise in impact strategy, management and measurement.
Jan 131 min read


The five Vs strengthen the rigour of event impact measurement
Professor Mike Duignan explains the research architecture underpinning the multi-year study by Destination Canada, MEET4IMPACT and GainingEdge.
Oct 13, 20251 min read


Event subvention can become a genuine lever for change
A global survey reveals a gap between destination ambitions and the criteria that still guide their support programmes.
Sep 24, 20251 min read


CitiesIPCC: an urban conference whose climate impact continues over time
The Edmonton case study shows how a scientific meeting can influence research, municipal policy and international climate action.
May 21, 20251 min read


VisitBritain places impact at the heart of association conferences
At ICC Wales, VisitBritain’s second association conference showed how impact and sustainability can strengthen bids and local event value.
May 15, 20251 min read


“Social Impact in Destinations” webinar makes impact business as usual
GDS-Movement and MEET4IMPACT share practical strategies connecting event legacy, local collaboration and the measurement of change.
Apr 24, 20251 min read


Intentionality is redefining the value of business events in Canada
Year two of Destination Canada’s study identifies the practices that turn a gathering into a driver of lasting change.
Apr 19, 20251 min read


In Dublin, associations turn ambition into impact strategies
The second ICCA Association Impact Masterclass guided association leaders in building a theory of change aligned with their mission.
Mar 28, 20251 min read


VISITFLANDERS impact framework supports an award-winning inclusive congress
The EACD 2024 congress in Bruges used a theory of change to expand access to sport, culture and technology for people with childhood-onset disabilities.
Feb 5, 20251 min read


Highlighting the Winner of the 2024 Global Destination Sustainability Movement & #MEET4IMPACT Impact Award
We are honored to celebrate the Copenhagen Legacy Lab, a transformative initiative by the Copenhagen Convention Bureau.
Oct 27, 20241 min read


Impact Day: Driving Positive Change Through Business Events
Impact Day brought together industry leaders, partners, and innovators to explore how business events can drive meaningful change in society
Oct 14, 20243 min read


Spotlight on FIEXPO Latin America: Empowering the Future of MICE
Have you caught the incredible feature from our media partner, The Iceberg , showcasing the impressive progress FIEXPO Latin America...
Jun 19, 20241 min read


Kuala Lumpur business events shaping the future through Legacy Impact workshop
"Business events delegates want to break from the silos and do more for the communities where they are convening in. Recognising this,...
May 16, 20241 min read


ICCA Association Impact Masterclass Launches in Kuching
The ICCA Association Impact Masterclass, announced at IBTM World in Barcelona, launches at in Kuching in April 2024, graciously hosted by...
May 16, 20241 min read


Destination Canada Legacy and Impact Study: Insights and Learnings
At IMEX Frankfurt this week, we at #MEET4IMPACT were honored to join Destination Canada’s Virginie De Visscher, The Iceberg,...
May 16, 20241 min read


The Story of the Parkinson's Ready Program at WPC 2023
Impact stories begin to take center stage from the collaboration between the World Parkinson Coalition, Associació Catalana per al...
Apr 30, 20242 min read
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