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The IMEX Global Data Exchange encourages and facilitates the international dissemination of data and opinions on topics associated with the meetings industry. Material is collated from original surveys, published academic papers, insights derived from trade associations, and from the authorised work of commercial and other relevant professional bodies.

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Partner Research

IMEX partners with industry experts to deliver vital research to the industry and identify the trends ahead.

 

MPI

MPI Foundation and IMEX sponsor this annual comprehensive survey of global meeting and event professionals, aimed at spotting trends and competitive factors that will shape the global industry in the coming year. FutureWatch 2011 provides a compelling snapshot of an industry in transition, as event professionals develop the methods, markets and best practices that will enable them to thrive in a tough economy.

FutureWatch 2011 projects an 8 % increase in the number of meetings planned for 2011 and a 5 % increase in the average spend. An Executive Summary of the report can be downloaded here:

 

ACTE

The Integration of Corporate Travel and Meetings Management 2010 Survey, in partnership with ACTE (The Association of Corporate Travel Executives) provides insights into a better understanding of the potentials of merging travel and meetings management. The report can be downloaded here:

ACTE represents the USD $900bn business travel industry through its international advocacy efforts, executive level educational programmes, and independent industry research. ACTE's membership comprises senior travel industry executives from 102 countries. Members serve more than 12 million business travellers worldwide. With the support of sponsors from every major sector of the business travel industry, ACTE develops and delivers educational programmes in key business centres worldwide.

 

The Association Gateway

IMEX has undertaken a detailed report of the association sector together with The Association Gateway, UK. Full research results can be downloaded here:

The Association Gateway is a not-for-profit website developed for association leaders. It contains a knowledge bank of best practice, solutions and experiences; useful links to relevant industry associations; information channels; relevant events; association news; and resources. It aims to be the preferred 'gateway' through which association leaders can access useful information to support their role and come together in one place to share experiences and best practices.