mia Insight Surveys
As the principal association for the meetings and events industry we have been engaging with our members to find out more about the state of the industry. See the results of the surveys below.
"Our latest survey, conducted in January 2023, reflects the response of 126 professionals representing organisations within the business meetings and events sector, with almost 6 in 10 (59%) representing an event venue and 4 in 10 (41%) an event supplier. From our findings we can see that there has been a positive recovery from most of the sector. Despite this, there remains clear externalities that are threatening these recovery forecasts, including the significant impact of recent industrial strikes, the cost of living crisis and ongoing recruitment challenges. Our research continues to reinforce our understanding of the necessary support the sector needs, while informing government departments on its wellbeing and any attention it may require. I would like to thank those that have contributed in the development of this report, which is essential in ensuring our sector gets the representation and recognition it needs." Kerrin MacPhie - Chief Executive, The Meetings Industry Association
In our October issue, we explored the ongoing recruitment challenge, soaring energy costs as well as Christmas bookings as we reached the tail end of the year.
Highlighting the ongoing uncertainty within the sector, we will utilise our ongoing surveillance to reinforce the need for sector-specific support and interventions.