EDUCATION PROGRAMME

AI is no longer a future topic—it’s already changing who gets hired, how decisions are made, and what we value as an industry. The question is: are we in control, or just keeping up? The meetings and events industry is at a turning point and this is where the real conversation happens. The Reckoning returns as the industry’s live, unfiltered debate, bringing together leaders, disruptors and emerging voices to challenge what’s really happening beneath the surface. Across three stages, a series of interconnected sessions will tackle the forces reshaping our industry right now through one overarching lens: AI and its impact on how we work, create and connect. Join James Lancaster as this session confronts the uncomfortable realities of AI ethics, authenticity and accountability before trust becomes the industry’s biggest casualty.

AI is no longer a future topic, it is already changing who gets hired, how decisions are made, and what we value as an industry. The question is: are we in control, or just keeping up? The meetings and events industry is at a turning point and this is where the real conversation happens. The Reckoning returns as the industry’s live, unfiltered debate, bringing together leaders, disruptors and emerging voices to challenge what’s really happening beneath the surface. Across three stages, a series of interconnected sessions will tackle the forces reshaping our industry right now through one overarching lens: AI and its impact on how we work, create and connect. Join Paul Harvey to debate whether the industry is adapting responsibly or sleepwalking into a talent crisis of its own making.

AI is no longer a future topic, it is already changing who gets hired, how decisions are made, and what we value as an industry. The question is: are we in control, or just keeping up? The meetings and events industry is at a turning point and this is where the real conversation happens. The Reckoning returns as the industry’s live, unfiltered debate, bringing together leaders, disruptors and emerging voices to challenge what’s really happening beneath the surface. Across three stages, a series of interconnected sessions will tackle the forces reshaping our industry right now through one overarching lens: AI and its impact on how we work, create and connect. Join Paula Rowntree for a session where you will discuss how human insight and artificial intelligence can collaborate to create smarter, more immersive and more meaningful events for the future without losing the humanity at the heart of our industry.

This is mentoring, Meetings Show style! This opportunity is for event professionals at any stage of their career to gain expert advice, meet industry leaders and become part of a wider mentoring community.

What to Expect at Speed Mentoring?

There are limited spaces for attendees to have one 20-minute speed mentoring with a seasoned senior professional from the events and hospitality industry. The 20-minute session will help to:

• Define a challenge or goal: Get clear on what you need to achieve.
• Receive expert advice: Benefit from the knowledge and experience of your mentors.
• Create an action plan: Leave the event with a concrete plan to make your goals a reality.

Mentoring spaces are limited and those wanting to secure a 20-minute mentoring session, please come to the first session at 12:40.

Behind the programme: How TMS shapes the future of events  - How does The Meetings Show decide what the industry needs to learn about next?

Join The Meeting Room podcast live from the show floor as we sit down with Samme Allen, Knowledge Director, to explore the trends, challenges and opportunities that have shaped this year's programme. From AI and sustainability to attendee expectations, talent and event design, we'll uncover the conversations driving the future of meetings and events. Expect fresh insights, audience questions and a look ahead at what's next for the industry as we bring the show to a close.

After a high-energy few days of meetings, ideas and constant connection, this closing session offers something intentionally different.The Decompression Session is a guided moment to pause, reset and ground yourself before heading back into travel, inboxes and everyday demands.