As the world reopens post-pandemic, event planners face challenges of rising costs, tight budgets, demanding attendees, and sustainability concerns. C&IT have partnered with Business Events Perth to conduct a survey to understand the changing needs of event planners, revealing their increasing focus on unique experiences and destination choices.

C&IT recently partnered with VisitDenmark to survey event professionals about how they’re delivering impactful meetings and events in 2023. The results suggest that, now more than ever, planners are looking to maximise the value of face-to-face time in a post-pandemic working landscape where many co-workers are meeting in person less frequently. That means going the extra mile to make every meeting an extraordinary, authentic and bonding experience. And while some M&E activities are as popular as ever (hello, wine-tasting!), new priorities –such as social impact – are gaining ground.

Research by Zürich Tourism and C&IT found that the issue of sustainability influenced the decision-making process when choosing a destination or venue for 95.6% of respondents – and 35.3% said it was “crucial” to the decision. Read this expert report for more information and analysis on the research and why "net zero is no longer enough" and "legacy or even regeneration must be the new goal.