In this Talk Replay episode, the Editorial team discusses how recent U.S. policies and funding cuts are disrupting the business events industry. From international travel challenges to scientific censorship and declining attendance, hear what’s changing—and what it means for planners, speakers, and global collaboration.
Links:
· https://www.pcma.org/doge-impact-meetings-industry/
· https://www.pcma.org/trump-administrations-policies-and-cuts-being-felt-by-events-industry/
· https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/mar/19/trump-musk-french-scientist-detained
· https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-025-00903-9
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Music: Inspirational Cinematic Piano with Orchestra
