Just before the pandemic hit in 2020, I interviewed 10 women doing amazing work in food and beverage for Women’s History Month. What I didn’t know at
August 01, 2024
The 2024 Meetings Trendsetters Paving New Paths in the Events Industry
Looking for a little inspiration to help guide your work in the meetings and events industry? These 20 Meetings Trendsetters have set a great example
November 11, 2021
Recap: IMEX America Returns to Las Vegas, Reunites Meetings Industry
After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic—the last major IMEX exhibition of any type was held in 2019—IMEX America 2021 filled attendees with the
March 06, 2024
Meet the Women Behind Visit Seattle’s C-Suite
It’s a well-known fact that the meetings and events industry is
June 22, 2021
Leaning In to Vulnerability, Tough Topics and Bold Leadership
Season 2, Episode 6 Featured Guests: Annette Gregg, Senior Vice President, Experience at Meeting
March 14, 2022
Super Bowl LVI and LACC Career Academy Showcase CSR Potential in L.A.
In Los Angeles, corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities have long been important components of meeting programs. As in-person events bounce
July 15, 2020
How to Recruit Underrepresented Professionals for the Next Generation of Leaders
As co-authors, we were excited by the response to our first collaborative article underscoring the
March 07, 2023
Consider These Women-Led Businesses in Seattle for Your Next Event
Seattle has many strengths for meetings. The new
August 27, 2023
Here’s What to Expect at IMEX America 2023
Attendees at IMEX America will notice more than a few new elements at this year’s show, including major session format shifts, programming addressing
July 25, 2022
Destinations International’s Annual Convention Explores the DMO of the Future
“Your jobs in your communities have never been more important,” said Don Welsh, president and CEO of
September 07, 2022
IMEX America Preview: What to Expect at the 2022 Show
IMEX America, long known for premier education opportunities during Smart Monday and beyond, is putting its foot on the gas to consolidate and
March 01, 2024
A Multi-Generational Look at Women’s Leadership Journeys in the Meetings and Events Industry
Every morning throughout the U.S., approximately 600,000 people wake up to get ready for another day working in the meetings and events industry—
March 28, 2023
The Z: Using Social Media to Attract a Gen Z Audience
What do you consider a good first impression? A firm handshake and saying, “Nice to meet you,” or maybe an insightful conversation avoiding talk
October 17, 2022
On the Scene: Experiencing IMEX America as a First-Time Attendee
The first time I felt I truly experienced the world, I was roaming the streets of London alone at the ripe age of 17, independent and unafraid of
April 13, 2023
Naomi Hollas Shares Her Steps to Success in the Events Industry
Like she’s heard many others working in meetings and events say before, Naomi Hollas—who grew up in the highlands of Scotland—“fell into the industry
March 01, 2023
3 Resorts With Commitments to Accessibility
Hotels and resorts across the country and around the world offer accommodations for guests with disabilities, but the presence of these
July 31, 2023
The Z: Industry Organizations and Associations Offering Student Memberships
College professors don’t stress the importance of real-world experience for nothing. Until you’ve stepped into the shoes of a professional
October 29, 2022
Live Out Loud: Owning Who You Are, as Defined by You
Season 3, Episode 10 Guest: Zoe Moore, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Consultant and Founder of Moore Consulting Agency
July 12, 2024
Are You on the Bus? Association Trends with KiKi L'Italien and Michael Butera
And now for something completely different...Association meetings thought-leader KiKi L'Italien, editor-in-chief of Association Chat
April 24, 2024
Fast Forward: What Planners Need to Know About the Future of Event Technology
Fast Forward Season 1, Episode 2In this episode of Fast Forward, host Logan Pratt sits down with event technology expert