Hot Takes on 2023 Event Trends
Episode description
The year is almost at an end, and predictions are as trendy as the trends themselves.
And guess what? We’re jumping on the bandwagon. In this episode, we’re going to cover the meetings and event trends we’re excited about for 2023. This year, we’ve learned that event planners expect 83% more events than 2019, health and wellness isn’t going away, and there’s a renewed focus on ROI and sustainability.
Come join us for our season (and year) finale and get excited for what’s to come!
Show notes
- The resurgence of in-person events, and the challenges associated with sourcing space and accommodating increased attendance
- The need for event professionals to be able to demonstrate the ROI of their programs, in light of potential budget cuts
- The continued importance of considering social activism initiatives such as diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as sustainability, when planning events
Things to listen for:
[01:25] The surge of future bookings and events
[04:24] Investing in employee morale
[06:17] Proving the value of events
[10:00] Selecting a venue to fit your needs
[16:20] Health and wellness trends
[18:15] Maintaining values while doing great work
[21:55] “Bleisure” trends and looking at special venues
[26:56] Advice for closing out the year
Meet your hosts
Rachel Andrews Senior Director, Global Meetings & Events
Alyssa Peltier Director, Market Strategy & Insights and Cvent Consulting
Paulina Giusti Senior Manager, Global Meetings & Events
