MICE and DMO veteran Elliott Ferguson will endeavor to increase the meetings industry’s influence at Brand USA during his one-year term as chair.

What does the government shutdown mean for meetings and events? According to meetings industry veterans, the impact can be severe or not much at all, depending on how long a shutdown lasts, when it happens and who is attending and presenting at meetings.

The former head of Indianapolis’ CVB, Bill McGowan, died December 18, 2024, at the age of 89. McGowan was a lifelong advocate for the city and its tourism industry.

MGM and Marriott unveiled the new W Las Vegas hotel at Mandalay Bay, marking the first W Hotels property in Las Vegas.

 In this Q&A with Meetings Today senior contributor Jeff Heilman, Larragueta shares his outlook and plans for a thriving Northern Nevada group market.  

Check out our most popular stories published in 2024 and learn what topics captured the attention of meeting and event planners this year.

From alluring international destinations to tours of some up-and-coming U.S. locales, Meetings Today editors were lucky enough to experience some of the best of what the industry has to offer through their travels.

As the meetings and events industry evolves, planners are increasingly turning to the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) for fresh, engaging venues. Marriott’s 2025 openings will meet the rising demand for premium event spaces that not only feature modern facilities but also deliver unforgettable experiences.

Visit Tampa Bay’s new “Treasured Savings” program covers the initital deposit for planners booking the Tampa Convention Center.

Here’s everything Indiana’s two largest cities have planned for 2025 that meeting and event planners need to know.