Who Attends Skift Meetings Forum (And Why You Should Too)

Skift

19-06-2025

Skift Meetings Forum has firmly established itself as a premier event for senior planners and event industry leaders who are driving change and shaping the future of global meetings. If you're wondering whether this forum is the right fit for you or your organization, this post provides an in-depth look at the attendees, their professional profiles, and what makes Skift Meetings Forum 2025 a must-attend event.
What Is Skift Meetings Forum?
Skift Meetings Forum is an annual gathering designed to challenge conventional thinking in the meetings and events industry. Held in New York City, the forum is known for its focus on actionable insights, peer-driven content, and impactful strategies. The unique format facilitates conversations and creates an intimate and engaging environment for its attendees.
Who Attends Skift Meetings Forum?
The audience at Skift Meetings Forum is highly curated to ensure meaningful networking and strategic discussions, attracting some of the most forward-thinking professionals in the industry.
Download our Audience Snapshot for insights into this year's confirmed attendees.
Attendee Categories
The forum attracts:
Corporate Planners responsible for crafting experiences for internal teams or external stakeholders.
responsible for crafting experiences for internal teams or external stakeholders. Event Agencies leading the design and execution of globally recognized meetings.
leading the design and execution of globally recognized meetings. Association and Nonprofit Planners coordinating large-scale gatherings for their communities.
coordinating large-scale gatherings for their communities. Government and Academic Planners managing events focused on public sector or educational outcomes.
This diverse mix of professionals ensures a dynamic exchange of ideas and perspectives in every session.
The Experience Levels and Budgets of Attendees
Participants at Skift Meetings Forum are experienced decision-makers with significant influence and resources at their disposal.
Experience Levels: More than half (59%) of 2024 attendees were seasoned strategists and leaders who had over 15 years of experience.
Budgets: Nearly half (44.4%) of audience members managed annual event budgets of$5 million or more, a testament to their role in overseeing high-level, resource-intensive projects.
Event Scale: 47% of 2024 attendees planned events that catered to over 5,000 participants annually, underscoring the global impact they deliver through their work.
Notable Organizations Represented
Skift Meetings Forum has consistently drawn participation from a range of prominent organizations such as:
Corporate Giants: Mastercard, PepsiCo, Amazon.
Mastercard, PepsiCo, Amazon. Event Innovators: Event Leaders Exchange, Freeman, Bizzabo.
Event Leaders Exchange, Freeman, Bizzabo. Associations: American Montessori Society, PCMA, MPI.
American Montessori Society, PCMA, MPI. Destination and Tourism Boards: Discover Puerto Rico, Visit KC (Kansas City), NYC Tourism.
Discover Puerto Rico, Visit KC (Kansas City), NYC Tourism. Nonprofits and Research Institutions: Earthjustice, The MITRE Corporation, Guttmacher Institute.
What Happens at the Forum?
Skift Meetings Forum consistently addresses pressing challenges and innovative opportunities in the industry. 2025 session topics include:
Actionable Insights for Planners Dealing With Geopolitical Uncertainty
The Unfair Advantage: How Leading Event Companies Are Really Leveraging AI
Turning Events from Cost Centers to Valuable Investments
The Sponsorship Evolution: From Logos to Memorable Branded Experiences
View more discussion points here.
Attendees come away not with vague ideas but with actionable frameworks, peer-tested strategies, and insights tailored to current industry challenges.
Venue and Atmosphere
Skift Meetings Forum 2025 takes place at City Winery NYC, an intimate venue that balances modern aesthetics with practical functionality. The space offers just the right buzz for facilitating conversations without overwhelming attendees. Designed for dialogue rather than distraction, the forum's atmosphere elevates peer connections and fosters a sense of shared purpose.
Why Attend? Value for Event Professionals
Skift Meetings Forum stands out for its tangible value to senior event planners. Here's why it's worth attending:
Actionable ROI Strategies: Learn from industry leaders how to measure and communicate the value of your events.
Learn from industry leaders how to measure and communicate the value of your events. Continuing Education Credits (CMPs): Earn essential professional development points while gaining practical knowledge.
Earn essential professional development points while gaining practical knowledge. Peer Insights: Connect with other senior planners to exchange ideas, identify what approaches work across industries, and leverage structured networking opportunities.
Connect with other senior planners to exchange ideas, identify what approaches work across industries, and leverage structured networking opportunities. Focused, Sales-Free Environment: With no loud vendor pitches or overwhelming expos, you can focus on meaningful conversations and strategies.
Secure Your Spot at Skift Meetings Forum
If you're serious about elevating your strategies and driving innovation in your organization's meetings, Skift Meetings Forum is the event for you. Limited space is available by design, prioritizing conversation and deep engagement.
Download Our Audience Snapshot to discover more about who will be attending this year.
Then, visit Skift Meetings Forum for ticket and session details.