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The Yearbook includes detailed information on over 38,000 active and 30,000 dormant international organisations from 300 countries and territories, including intergovernmental (IGOs) and international non-governmental organisations (INGOs). Approximately 1,200 new organisations are added each year.

This book is an overview of the global conference industry, describing the industry's origins and structure, the marketing of conference destinations and venues, conference organisation, economic/social/environmental impacts, education and training, industry organisations, and major trends.

This book combines the principles and best practice for marketing conference destinations and venues in the global marketplace. The text is illustrated with many case studies. It is designed for use by industry practitioners as well as for colleges and universities running conference and event management courses.

This book covers the basics of health and safety in the live music and event production industry in a jargon-free manner.