James Lancaster

James Lancaster

Editorial Director

AMI editor James Lancaster is a familiar face in the meetings industry and international association community. Since joining AMI in 2010, he has gained a reputation for asking difficult questions and getting lost in convention centres. Proofer, podcaster, and panellist - in his spare time, James likes to walk, read, listen to music, and drink beer.

The Latest From James Lancaster

Conference in darkened roomSeptember 27, 2023Cooling economic growth threatens faster business events recoveryBy James LancasterThe business events industry’s recovery gathered pace in the first half of the year, but an economic...Green tech usbSeptember 25, 2023Events industry puts faith in technology with new climate conferenceBy James LancasterA conference to explore ‘ground-breaking climate-friendly technologies’ that can make business events...Delegates at KLCCAugust 24, 2023Kuala Lumpur attracts flurry of international association meetingsBy James LancasterKLCC, arguably Malaysia's most recognisable meeting venue, has won a string of international...SEC GlasgowAugust 23, 2023Association uses Glasgow conference to showcase career optionsBy James LancasterAMEE - The International Association for Health Professions Education - will use the occasion of its...Transplant surgeonsAugust 21, 2023Sydney to host international transplant experts for third timeBy James LancasterAn international meeting of transplantation experts is meeting in Sydney for the third time...dublin grey dayAugust 3, 2023Dublin to host event for Irish association professionalsBy James LancasterAssociation executives in Ireland will be able to discuss common challenges and share advice at a new...virtual event meetingAugust 3, 2023Hopin sells core events assets to RingCentralBy James LancasterLondon-based Hopin, once valued at $7.7bn has sold its core events assets to California-based...virtual eventAugust 2, 2023EventMobi snaps up virtual event specialist Run The WorldBy James LancasterEventmobi have acquired darling of virtual event space Run The World for an undisclosed sum....The World Urban Forum in KatowiceJuly 24, 2023Silesia - Poland's former COP host - joins ICCABy James LancasterSilesia Convention Bureau has become a member of the International Congress and Convention Association...florence davidJuly 19, 2023AWC23 Review: Associations face challenges in FlorenceBy James LancasterMore than hundred association executives gathered in Florence recently to learn from each other and...Northstar Travel Group launches The Meetings Show Asia PacificJune 27, 2023Northstar Travel Group launches The Meetings Show Asia PacificBy James LancasterThe Meetings Show Asia Pacific, supported by Singapore Tourism Board, will take place on 17-18...New Zealand is bidding for 90 meetings June 26, 2023New Zealand aims for record conference business next yearBy James LancasterTourism New Zealand (TNZ), the country's promotional organisation, is targeting a record $135m worth...ICC diversity awardJune 21, 2023Meeting venues recognised for successful gender diversity pushBy James LancasterLeaders at three of Northern Ireland’s best-known venues have been recognised for helping to create...marine life clown fishJune 20, 2023Penang first ASEAN city to host marine biodiversity conferenceBy James LancasterA conference exploring the health of our oceans is taking place in Penang, Malaysia, next month....Broadcaster Loren Christie takes helm at BestCitiesJune 12, 2023Broadcaster Loren Christie takes helm at BestCitiesBy James LancasterBestCities Global Alliance has appointed a new managing director, Loren Christie, who will start in...Glasgow meetings chief: “Association business could hit new high in 2026”June 9, 2023Glasgow meetings chief: “Association business could hit new high in 2026”By James LancasterAileen Crawford predicts association business will break new record in 2026 - eight years after...Positive impact graphicJune 5, 2023Cash prize for ‘incredible’ association meeting almost tripled to $20,000By James LancasterA cash prize of $20,000 *USD) will be awarded to the association that can show their event had the...Wellington ready to host bigger conferences as new venue opensJune 1, 2023Wellington ready to host bigger conferences as new venue opensBy James LancasterA new conference and exhibition centre in New Zealand's capital city promises boost to local economy...EU CVB NetworkMay 30, 2023Porto is first addition to network of 'compact' European citiesBy James LancasterA network of convention bureau representing smaller European cities has welcomed its first new member...vienna rooftopsMay 24, 2023Meetings back for good as Vienna tops ICCA RankingsBy James LancasterVienna has topped the ICCA City Rankings ahead of Lisbon and Paris...Load More from James Lancaster
Sustainability
KL Convention Centre’s sustainability efforts go under the microscope
Meetings
Cooling economic growth threatens faster business events recovery
Destinations
Berlin lands one of Europe’s largest cancer meetings
Sustainability
Events industry puts faith in technology with new climate conference
Technology
Bizzabo launches new suite of tools to create ‘captivating events’
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Strategy
Copenhagen's new white paper helps industry calculate risk
Destinations
Canada turns to its visionaries to win more association meetings
Legacy
Meetings industry calls on associations to help rebuild Ukraine
Legacy
Washington DC seeks 'positive impact' with alliance membership
Venues
Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre announces green energy commitment

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