Designed to bolster sales and productivity, incentive programs may be even more crucial for the bottom line during economic hard times. However, as
January 01, 1997
Checking In
As planners wrestle with comprehending a new meetings environment—less money, more scrutiny—incentive programs have seized the spotlight
January 01, 1997
Short Takes
Resources Meetings Media Associate Editor Marlene Goldman is the author of the new guidebook The Little
January 01, 1997
Site Scene
Alaska The Crowne Plaza Anchorage-Midtown is scheduled for completion this summer. The $20 million
January 01, 1997
Going Places
California Crestline Hotels & Resorts appointed Linda Cahue director of sales and marketing for the Wyndham Palm
January 01, 1997
Talking Tech
It should have been the perfect keynote. The conference, SXSW 2008, was one of the most eagerly anticipated events of the year for both the
January 01, 1997
Atlanta
Wearing the crown “Capital of the New South,” Atlanta fulfills its title on a number of fronts. Culture buffs can enjoy the High Museum
January 01, 1997
Cuisine Scene
Hailed for its culinary diversity and award-winning chefs, Atlanta has fast become a haven for foodies, with more than 45 restaurants opening last
January 01, 1997
SMERF Meetings
When the corporate group market tanked after 9/11, CVBs and meetings hotels sought refuge in the SMERF (social, military, education, religious and
January 01, 1997
Resorts
What becomes a legend most? In the case of some of the nation’s most historic resort hotels, a multimillion-dollar makeover that preserves
January 01, 1997
Emerging Destinations
What makes for a good meetings destination in a recession? Affordable places that are well-equipped with facilities and unique amenities are making
January 01, 1997
Checking In
Our July issue, in good part, is about rising tides. Okay, that’s taking a bit of metaphorical license, but if you bear with me and turn to
January 01, 1997
Short Takes
Museums & Attractions The National World War II Museum’s new complex, comprised of The Victory
January 01, 1997
Site Scene
Alabama The 104-room Hilton Garden Inn Dothan opened in May. Guest rooms and suites offer
January 01, 1997
Talking Tech
When the Internet took off in the mid-’90s it delivered a real curveball via its use as a business tool. Even as we saw it coming, few of us