SITE HQ expands events team
Congratulations to Elizabeth Sage, who was promoted at the beginning of 2025 to her new role as SITE’s Head of Education & Events!
Rounding out our events team this year is our newest addition to the HQ team, Emily Parsons-Walker, who will serve as SITE’s new event specialist.
Emily is off to a roaring start in this new role after joining the rest of the team at Global Conference 2025, and will be a familiar fixture shaping future SITE events in 2025 and beyond.
Celebrating members and chapters at #SITEGC
Each year’s SITE Global Conference celebrates outstanding chapters and individual members, reflecting the “rising trailblazers” shaping the future of the incentive travel industry.
Awards presented this March in Tulum were spread over the course of three days, making up a jam-packed awards slate filled with exciting and outstanding activities that were highlighted and celebrated as a cornerstone of this year’s Conference.
SITE Global Conference 2026 in Abu Dhabi
SITE Global Conference is venturing to Abu Dhabi next February. We’ll launch registration in late 2025, with members invited to register their interest now to enjoy guaranteed access to super early bird pricing.
Members-only “Beyond Borders” virtual event
Join us on Friday, March 28 for our first 2025 Beyond Borders session, a quarterly, members-only virtual event designed to foster peer-to-peer conversations among SITE members worldwide.
This month’s discussion will be led by Jose Navarrete, who will help us explore the power of global staffing and human connection in incentive travel through a special case study discussion.
Earn your CITP
Build your CV or resume by earning your CITP, with our refreshed online exam. Earning your CITP designation which is recognized as both an honor and a privilege. This credential reflects your expertise and understanding of the incentive industry to your peers and the public.
Save the date: CIS virtual cohort kicks off April 30
Be part of our second 2025 virtual CIS cohort — with self-paced modules and opportunities to discuss material from SITE’s entry-level certification. April and May discussion hours as part of this cohort are designed to suit US-based professionals interested in Tuesday mid-afternoon meeting times and APAC professionals looking to chime in weekly on Wednesday mornings.
Learn more and register
Open for Applications: Incentive Summit Europe hosted buyer applications
An elite group will be convening in St. Moritz, Switzerland from June 29-July 2 for the 2025 edition of SITE Incentive Summit Europe. Be sure to submit your application as soon as possible if you’re interested in being part of this year’s gathering.
New SITE research: Destination inSITEs
Drawing on exclusive data from SITE’s own Incentive Travel & Motivational Events (IT&ME) survey and the annual Incentive Travel Index (ITI), Destination inSITEs provides unparalleled clarity on what matters most to planners. This essential resource equips you to align with buyer needs and adapt to a rapidly evolving incentive industry landscape.
SITE Foundation academic scholarships launch April 1
Share with your network or get ready to apply if you’re currently working toward a degree or planning to resume studies: applications will open on April 1 for SITE Foundatino’s annual academic scholarship prizes.
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Our iconic brands, from InterContinental Hotels & Resorts to Kimpton, are ready to host any gathering for five to 500 guests. We’ll take care of the details so you can focus on your goals, whether it’s for a strategic meeting, a networking event, or an incentive trip.
Our expansive global portfolio includes an inspiring array of options; from Mallorca to the Maldives, rewarding stays await.
The latest Northstar/Cvent Meetings Industry PULSE Report reveals that cost concerns will continue into 2025. But despite that, there is still good news: budgets are rising, planner supplier relationships are improving, and despite anticipated high prices, the event experience remains a top priority.
Here are three key findings in the latest report:
Key Finding #1: Planners optimism has dipped slightly, but the industry remains strong – over 70% of planners are actively sourcing or booking events.
Key finding #2: Costs and budget constraints remain the biggest challenges, while political and social factors have grown in importance.
Key Finding #3: International MICE planning remains steady, with increased inbound programs to the US, while Europe remains the outbound destination of choice.
Want deeper insights into the latest trends shaping 2025? Download the full PULSE Report today.
