Unprecedented has become the word we hate to use, but it is the most popular way to summarize 2020, with three crises converging together: health,
May 05, 2021
Why Data-Driven Assessments Are the Key to DEI Strategies
Editor’s Note: This is the sixth article in a DEI series authored by Greg DeShields and Zoe Moore, exploring diversity, equity
November 08, 2022
Tourism Diversity Matters Announces Key Appointments
Leading tourism industry diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) organization Tourism Diversity Matters (TDM) expanded its executive leadership team
August 30, 2021
DEI and the Hospitality Industry Are Dual Passions of Teneo's Gary Murakami
The hospitality industry is in Gary Murakami’s blood. Recently joining global sales organization
February 16, 2021
Greg DeShields Brings a Career Dedicated to DEI to Tourism Diversity Matters
A career-long leader in bringing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) education—and change—to tourism and related industries, Greg
June 19, 2023
5 Destinations That Connect Meeting Planners With Diverse Suppliers
In an era where organizations are going beyond diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) mission statements and looking to put ideas into action,
February 17, 2021
A History of DEI Acts, Bills and Executive Orders as Biden Begins Term
Editor’s Note: This is the fifth article in a DEI series authored by Greg DeShields and Zoe Moore, exploring diversity, equity
December 28, 2016
PCMA Unveils Digital Experience Institute
As a platform to keep planners in the know and educated in the world of technology, PCMA unveiled its new
December 06, 2021
The Alignment Conversation: Tools to Help You Align DEI Investments to Business Needs
Leaders often ask their teams to "make the business case for diversity" without fully grasping the concept. Even with data to support the investment
March 10, 2022
How California Cities Are Creating More Inclusive Destinations for Meetings
As one of the most diverse states in America, championing open-mindedness and striving for inclusive meetings where attendees feel welcome is woven
January 10, 2023
PCMA Goes Big: Association Announces Major Acquisitions
PCMA kicked off the first full day of 2023 Convening Leaders conference programming January 9 by
October 08, 2024
Meetings and Events Spend Expected to Increase, Personalized Experiences and AI to Drive Growth in 2025
The meetings and events industry is projected to flourish in 2025, with meeting professionals citing planned increases in meeting budgets and an
August 29, 2024
Engagement Without Barriers: How CEMA 2024 Wove in Inclusivity
The Corporate Event Marketing Association’s (CEMA) Summit, held August 4-6 in Seattle, set a new benchmark for intentional inclusivity, something we
October 11, 2024
Jason Dunn Stands Tall for Black Meeting Professionals
Jason Dunn, CEO of the National Coalition of Black Meeting Professionals (NCBMP), is a meetings industry leader that stands tall for his constituents
April 15, 2024
Connect in the Capital of Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity
Washington, DC stands as a beacon of diversity, equity and inclusion, making it an
May 08, 2024
Tourism Diversity Matters Hires Interim CEO
Tourism Diversity Matters (TDM), a nonprofit organization founded to address systemic inequities within the travel and tourism industry, named Hattie
October 15, 2024
What Lies Ahead: SITE and IRF Release Results From 2024 Incentive Travel Index
There’s a reason the IMEX team encourages attendees to share their thoughts and photos from the show floor using the hashtag #IMEXcited. There
August 30, 2024
Eco-Friendly Strategies for Sustainable Events in Toronto
Toronto, a city renowned for its cultural diversity and vibrant energy, is committed to
June 28, 2023
Visit Seattle and Seattle Bank Partnership Expands to Include New BIPOC Businesses
Continuing a program launched last year, Seattle Bank and Visit Seattle have teamed up to help grow and support BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People
October 14, 2024
IMEX America 2024 Attracts Tens of Thousands to Blow Past Previous Records
IMEX America resumed its