Although COVID-19 put a damper on New Orleans’ signature event, Mardi Gras, a city that has a well-earned reputation for resiliency wouldn’t let the
August 03, 2020
Chef Paul’s Virtual Chocolate Experiences Are a Sweet Treat for Groups
The Cerbelli Team has traveled the world with celebrity chocolatier and chef Paul Joachim,
September 08, 2024
A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Most Prominent Hotels and Event Venues in South Carolina
South Carolina is a state that is built around the tourism and hospitality industries. Each year, the hospitality industry contributes $29 billion to
November 14, 2024
4 Ways to Incorporate Improv Into Meeting Planning
I’ve been offering applied improv programs for groups for the past 30 years and teaching people how the tools of improv can improve their personal
September 05, 2024
Cvent Acquires Event Marketing Platform Splash
Meeting and event technology giant Cvent recently acquired Splash, an event
August 15, 2013
Hybrid Meetings - Virtual Audience Engagement by Speakers
There are more distractions to take a virtual audience member’s attention away from your session than an in-person audience member. On top
July 20, 2020
Enter The Zoom Room for Engaging Virtual Teambuilding
If words like “pandemic” and “lockdown” are the new terms describing our lifestyle, then “pivot” would be the new
April 12, 2021
6 Easy Steps to Defeat Virtual Meetings Fatigue
The Zoom Fatigue struggle is real! Let’s face it: Many people are turned off by having to attend yet another meeting on what’s become the ubiquitous
December 01, 2020
Virtual Tools and Hybrid Meetings in Raleigh
COVID-19 has upended the meetings industry in many ways, but perhaps one of the most significant shifts is in how we use virtual technology to do
September 25, 2024
How You Can Tap L.A.’s 5 Most Iconic Movie Locations for Meetings and Events
The motion picture industry, which started in
June 18, 2024
Record-Breaking Number of Events Held in First Half of 2024
The average number of events increased by 52% in 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, according to a
August 19, 2020
How CVBs Are Using Virtual Tech to Help Meeting Planners Scout Destinations
Site inspections and FAM tours are some of the main tools in a CVB’s toolbox when convincing planners to bring their meetings and events to a
July 22, 2020
7 Clever Ways to Market and Promote Your Virtual Event
Building digital and hybrid events while staying one step ahead of
April 06, 2021
5 Ways to Create a Must-See Virtual Presentation
As a keynote speaker, over the past 20 years I’ve had the distinct pleasure of presenting at, serving as master of ceremonies for, and moderating
August 01, 2013
Hybrid Meetings: Virtual Audience Engagement by Speakers
There are more distractions to take a virtual audience member’s attention away from your session than an in-person audience member. On top
January 04, 2021
A Virtual Drag Bingo Program That Will Have Attendees in Stitches
Happy New Year! It’s 2021 and we are finally back to normal! What a difference a day makes! NOT! Okay…we have months more of this headache to
October 01, 2024
Elevate Your Event in Ocean City, MD: Top Meeting Hotels with Unmatched Coastal Charm
Ocean City, Maryland, has long been celebrated for its stunning beaches and vibrant boardwalk, but it’s also making waves as a premier destination
November 01, 2024
The Magic Is in the Collaboration
At Disney Meetings & Events, we believe that the most memorable experiences are created through collaboration. Our world-renowned experts are
October 24, 2012
Virtual Visionaries
With 16 years of broadcast experience and 14 years handling live events, Emilie Barta has taken a leadership role in the rapidly evolving world of