November 15, 2012

Study Tags Chicago O’Hare ‘Most Stressful Airport’

Meetings Focus MidAmerica Newsline

Study Tags Chicago O’Hare ‘Most Stressful Airport’
With the holidays just around the corner, airports across the country will soon enter the busiest travel period of the year. A new survey from Concur reveals the most stressful airports across the country: topping the list is Chicago O’Hare...
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New Hilton Columbus Alters Hotel Landscape
More people came to Columbus to attend meetings and stay in local hotels. But the increase in the occupancy rate reported for the third quarter might be difficult to repeat...
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Downtown Milwaukee Welcomes New Hotel
The new 127-room Hilton Garden Inn hotel in downtown Milwaukee opens today. Today’s opening is a soft opening for the hotel. The grand opening will be on Dec. 11, said hotel general manager Lisa Farrell...
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‘Catchy’ New Branding for Des Moines CVB
The Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau and Des Moines Area Sports Commission now urges planners to “Catch Des Moines.” The goal: Lure more visitors, and their spending power, into Greater Des Moines...
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Rapid City/Mount Rushmore
Under the steady gaze of Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Thomas Jefferson and George Washington, Rapid City, S.D., Mt. Rushmore and the Black Hills offer a patriotic spirit....
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Wisconsin
From off-site gatherings at Milwaukee’s Harley-Davidson Museum and green meetings at Madison’s Monona Terrace Convention Center to partying at Lambeau Field in Green Bay...
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Kansas City Area
There’s something special about Kansas City, and folks in this metro area know the way to every planner’s heart: incredible food, the best in jazz music and enough top-notch attractions to please any attendee...
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Indianapolis
Indianapolis continues to grow as a Midwestern meetings mecca, and this is prominently reflected in its gamut of event-friendly venues...
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Indianapolis News >>

Risks and Rewards: Crowd Sourcing an Event for 30,000 People
Have you thought about giving up more control of your conference? What is holding you back?...
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Surround Yourself
with Great People
Great people are the backbone to any organization. Identifying the right people is a skill that requires a little strategy and practice. Here are some tips for preparing for an interview...
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Golf Meetings Mean Business
While an increasing number of attendees may prefer a visit to the spa when out of session, golf remains important as a relationship-builder and team-building tool for groups...
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Tech is Tops
It’s not surprising that in the second decade of the 21st century, technology is a prime driver in determining the kinds of features new and renovated hotels and conference centers are providing their guests....
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The True Story on Austin
Travelers to Austin now have a new digital tool at their disposal. The Austin Convention and Visitors Bureau (Austin CVB) announces the launch of #TrueAustin, an innovative, interactive program...
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Maine Ways for Better Health
Pamper attendees. Allow attendees time to relax and rejuvenate. Whether offering complete spa treatments, a meditative walk or deep breathing exercises, conference-goers will appreciate and respond to a little pampering...
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IACC Chooses New Leader
Following a thorough one-year global exploration for the ideal candidate, the International Association of Conference Centers (IACC) announced the appointment of Mark Cooper of Warwickshire, U.K. as chief executive officer...
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Site Scene
The independent Godfrey Hotel will join Chicago’s River North lodging portfolio in 2013, offering 221 rooms and 12,000 square feet of rooftop event space...
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Massive Changes for St. Louis Casino Hotel - 11/8/12
‘State of Meetings’ Survey Reveals 6 Key Trends - 11/1/12
Food & Beverage Trends Forecast for 2013 - 10/18/12
Massive Changes for Chicago-Area Hotel - 10/11/12
Dazzling New Event Space Unveiled in Michigan - 10/4/12
Tornado Can’t Stop Hilton Branson - 9/20/12
CIC Launches Healthcare CMP Program - 9/13/12
Travel On The Rebound - 9/6/12
Legionnaires' Disease Plagues Luxury Chicago Hotel - 8/23/12
Hotel Survey Reveals Key Trends - 8/16/12

November 15, 2012

Contracts:
Covering Your Assets,
Part 2

Wed. November 28, 2012
Now that you are fully aware of the potential legal and financial liability issues associated with contracts for your meeting, do you know how to effectively address them in meeting contracts? And how do indemnification provisions and release and waivers work?

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• Unique and interesting area – not just a nice hotel, but a truly cultural and unique experience.

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