Industry Intelligence: Meeting Trends and Event Data Every Planner Needs to Know

Here are some of the most interesting data points from recent industry reports to help you stay on top of the latest intelligence around

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Houston Builds for the Future and Takes the World Stage in 2026

This January, Houston First Corporation President & CEO Michael Heckman joined other local leaders, decision-makers and stakeholders for a panel

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On the Scene at Inns of Aurora Resort & Spa in Aurora, New York

Most associated with its internationally renowned wines, the Finger Lakes region bears fruit in other ways, with plentiful group pairings across this

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The Spa at the Inns of Aurora

Sustainable Meetings: Zero In on Savings

Still believe green meetings ALWAYS cost more? Looking for a way to reduce waste AND save money? Want to do both while not adding to your to-do list?

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Music Licensing for Meetings & Events: Are You Playing Their Song?

Imagine your event without music. It's regularly an integral part of conventions and meetings, whether incorporated into general sessions to support

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Clearwater, Tampa and St. Pete Beach Offer Groups Sun, Sand and Stellar Service

Three meeting planners share their experiences hosting events in three sunny and sandy Florida destinations—Clearwater, Tampa and St. Petersburg.

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Destination and Site Selection: Rates-Dates-Space to the Power of 10

When it comes to destination and site selection, it's the details that matter. Business event planners need to think beyond the basic "dates,

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Meetings Contract Clauses You Need to Know

Proper meeting contract clauses are critical to protecting all stakeholders—and just may save your organization epic legal headaches. In today’s

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Crystal Springs Resort Welcomes New Chief Sales Officer

Crystal Springs Resort, located in the Kittatinny Mountains of Northern New Jersey, welcomed Heidi Nowak as its new chief sales officer.  "

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Heidi Nowak

A Guide to the Most Commonly Used Meetings and Events Industry Acronyms

Let’s face it: We work in an industry that’s an “alphabet soup” of acronyms and initialisms. We love us some catchy, if sometimes opaque,

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New York State Offers the Complete City-Country Package for Groups

September as part of a significant rebrand, the City of Good Neighbors’ convention and tourism bureau is attracting national headlines and

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Lifestyle Hotel Emerges in Boston and Luxury Living Concept Debuts at Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia

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Coachella and Tennis Open Offer Lessons to Meeting Planners Looking at Greater Palm Springs

Each year, two world-famous mega events descend on Palm Springs and the cities of the Coachella Valley: the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival

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Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. Credit: Visit Greater Palm Springs

How Asheville’s Hospitality Community Helped It Weather the Storm

One would be hard-pressed to find a more resilient bunch of folks than those from Western North Carolina, who leaped into the fray in the aftermath

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Chicago’s Recent Accolades and Major Meetings Developments

Lake Michigan sometimes sends gusts of cold air through the “Windy City,” but Chicago’s well-known nickname was not inspired by its weather.During

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O’Hare International Airport. Credit: Chicago Department of Aviation, courtesy of SOM and Norviska

One Take on How Women's Leadership Has Evolved in the Meetings Industry

Over the past 35 years in the workforce, leadership norms didn’t evolve in ways that welcomed women; they evolved through the pressure, presence and

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The Venetian Resort Las Vegas to Get New Space for Executive Gatherings

The Venetian Resort Las Vegas announced on March 4 that it will unveil a new space for executive gatherings later this year.  Lusso Lounge will

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Lusso Lounge living room rendering. Credit: The Venetian Resort Las Vegas

How Elizabeth Blau Elevated Culinary Las Vegas and Women in the Industry

Three decades ago, buffets ruled the Las Vegas table. Transformation into today’s global culinary capital began in 1992 when Wolfgang Puck brought

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Elizabeth Blau at Honey Salt. Credit: Kathy Tran