By Louisa Watson, Chair of beam - As Chair of beam, I speak on behalf of a sector that continues to show resilience and innovation in the face of ongoing economic uncertainty. The business events, accommodation and meetings industry contributes more than £61 billion to the UK economy each year, yet it remains particularly vulnerable to inflationary pressures, talent shortages and inconsistent government support.
Powering on from last year’s Covid re-bound, ABPCO members maintained the same high levels of activity and financial growth throughout 2024.
Confidence in UK business meetings and events is high, with 61% of businesses forecasting higher revenue this year according to the Meetings Industry Association (MIA).
beam is pleased to announce the appointment of three new directors who will play integral roles in driving the association forward.
The Power of Events are thrilled to share a few updates and exciting opportunities coming up!
Editor’s letter - The power of ‘giving back’: The art of ‘giving back’ appears to be the message currently resonating across the industry. Whether it is through mentorship, education, or investing in people and industries, the act of contributing to the greater good strengthens our communities and fuels progress - as Broadsword (one of our industry partners) are already showcasing.
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- Scotland's National Events Strategy
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