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Hacker Departs IAEE, DuBois Takes Over
After 20 years at the helm of IAEE—and a number of years at associations before that—Steven Hacker is vacating his position at the trade show industry association. Hacker, a shrewd observer of the industry, will bring his association management expertise with him when he steps down on Sept. 30 ...
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GSA’s Troubles Escalate
The trouble-plagued General Services Administration is in hot water yet again. The agency—which, among other functions, sets the per diem rate for travel by government workers—is facing investigations into as many as 77 conferences and awards ceremonies ...
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Minneapolis Property Becomes Marriott
The Northland Inn Hotel and Conference Center has been reflagged as the Minneapolis Marriott Northwest. Located in the Minneapolis suburb of Brooklyn Park...
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Duo Of Hotels Head for Minnesota Lake
After years in the making, Lake Minnetonka is close to breaking ground next year on the first lake hotel in nearly half a century...
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Madison, Wisconsin
In many ways, Wisconsin’s capital city is the epitome of the likeable college town, but that descriptor also sells Madison a bit short. “Mad City” is a deeply progressive community that shows off superior sustainable dining, superb art and architecture, and an eclectic nightlife...
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North Dakota
Planners looking for alternative meeting space options when visiting the Roughrider State are in luck. The communities of Fargo-Moorhead, Bismarck-Mandan, Grand Forks and Minot all offer plenty of spaces that reflect the rich culture and history of the region...
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Southwest Missouri
Southwest Missouri beckons planners with history, culture, attractions and meeting venues for groups of every size....
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Minnesota
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Outdoor activities abound in Minnesota year-round, making it a favored destination for groups composed of active adventurers...
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The Surprising Power of Our Social Networks
“WEC’s Closing General Session by Nicholas Christakis will reinforce how people aren't merely social animals in the usual sense, for we don't just live in groups. We live in networks -- and we have done so ever since we emerged from the African savannah. Via intricately branching paths tracing out cascading family connections, friendship ties, and work relationships, we are interconnected to hundreds...
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Pinterest and StumbleUpon are Worth a Look
While not exactly ‘standard’ platforms of social media, Pinterest and StumbleUpon are possible site/venue selection tools worth exploring—especially for visually leaning planners seeking a bit of creative inspiration...
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Hire Authority—Job Market Outlook
In a recent report from U.S. News and World Report, the job of planning meetings, conventions and events is the top business job for 2012, and 16th best job overall...
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Entertaining Locales
The best part of planning an event in a destination with a thriving entertainment district could be the stress-reducing benefits such “turnkey” areas provide...
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Virtual Realities
"I’d be concerned about virtual shows replacing live ones when virtual honeymoons replace the real thing.” So said industry leader Jason Chudnofsky many years ago about virtual shows...
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For Good Measure
After years in the making—good things take time, after all—the APEX/ASTM Environmentally Sustainable Meeting Standards were released earlier this year...
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Uncommon Opening
Set to open in October, the new Commons Hotel will launch in Minneapolis as an industrial schoolhouse chic property inspired by its collegiate ties to the University of Minnesota and industrial history of the Twin Cities...
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Grand Opening Planned for LeGrand Center
Fred Julius, chief operating officer for The Wilderman Group, announced the debut of the LeGrand Center to coincide with the exciting events for the American Legion World Series (ALWS) on August 17-21 at its new official permanent home at Keeter Stadium...
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Omni Powers to the Top of Upscale Hotel Poll
Omni Hotels & Resorts ranked highest among nine upper-upscale hotel brands, according to the recently released J.D. Power and Associates 2012 North American Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index StudySM...
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Amex: Prices for Business Travel Spiked in First Quarter
Business travelers paid significantly more for travel-related purchases in the first quarter of 2012, with domestic airfares showing the largest increase, according to the most recent Business Travel Monitor survey from American Express Global Business Travel...
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Site Scene
Hilton Chicago completed the first of four phases of its $150 million renovation. The 238-seat 720 South Bar & Grill restaurant was added to the lobby level and the opening of the Buckingham Room added meeting space on the same level. The hotel is located near McCormick Place and offers 234,000 square feet of exhibition space...
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Short Takes
Driving America is currently on display at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Mich. The 80,000-suqare-foot exhibition of automotive history includes 130 vehicles, hundreds of artifacts and 18 interactive touchscreens...
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Ingrid Ramdial
Hyatt Regency Trinidad
Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago |
What service can you provide to groups that they normally might not receive?
We provide discounted rates for island sightseeing, arrange customized sightseeing experiences and door-to-door travel from the hotel to Tobago. We have also shopped for clothes and other items for guests who have lost their luggage... Read more >>
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