Miguel Neves Archives

Miguel is Skift Meetings’ Editor-in-Chief and likes to describe himself as a, "curious creator and caring curator of computerized content and a conscious connector of charismatic characters". He lives and breathes the event tech sector and is deeply engaged in the global online community of event professionals. Miguel is a Portuguese soul who built a career in the UK and is now raising a young family in southern Denmark.

Freeman, IMEX Group, PCMA and CEMA leaders on Skift Meetings Forum stage with Editor-in-Chief Miguel Neves

Announcements

Here's Where Suppliers Get the Inside Scoop on Planner Priorities

The industry stands to gain the most through candid conversations. Skift Meetings Forum is where planners share unfiltered challenges and priorities, and reveal what really matters to them.

Miguel Neves | 10 months ago

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Technology

What Happens When AI Tries to Network for You

Gamescom's AI tried to play matchmaker, but attendees weren't ready for a bot to book their meetings without asking.

Miguel Neves | 10 months ago

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Technology

Event Organizers Can Now Swap Attendee Info to Boost Marketing Reach

Vendelux is offering event organizers a free way to expand their targeted marketing outreach data, provided they share their own data in exchange.

Miguel Neves | 10 months ago

Industry News

Meeting Planners Get a New Exam: What Changes in the CMP Certification

The CMP certification just completed a major overhaul. Here's what planners need to know about the updated CMP exam.

Miguel Neves | 10 months ago

Industry News

GainingEdge Ends Leadership Gap With Jakobsen Hire

After more than a year of interim leadership, GainingEdge has named its next CEO.

Miguel Neves | 10 months ago

Industry News

Event Tech News Roundup: August 2025

Thought free drinks and name tags were the pinnacle of event networking? AI and data are set to upend your playbook. Read on to see how.

Miguel Neves | 10 months ago

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Technology

7 Red Flags to Avoid in Event Tech

Event tech vendors often make big promises. Here are seven warning signs that separate reliable partners from problematic providers, and how to spot them before signing contracts.

Miguel Neves | 11 months ago

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Technology

Event Tech News Roundup: June 2025

As AI sweeps across the event tech landscape, June’s developments show a sector racing to redefine value through smarter tools, deeper data, and strategic consolidation. The real winners? Planners who can keep pace with the change.

Miguel Neves | 11 months ago

Meetings Innovators

Meetings Innovator: Claus Raasted

Claus Raasted wants to disrupt the default settings of the meetings industry — one bold, low-stakes experiment at a time. His legacy goal? Make the world a little less afraid, and a lot more willing to try something new.

Miguel Neves | 12 months ago

Trends & Insights

Events Industry Recovery Hits Geopolitical Headwinds

The industry is facing its first non-pandemic resilience test. The numbers aren't terrible, but they're a wake-up call for an industry that's gotten too comfortable with its comeback narrative.

Miguel Neves | 12 months ago