Meeting in beachfront destinations like Florida or the Carolinas is no fun if your attendees are stuck inside all day, longingly gazing out of the
May 16, 2024
San Francisco Travel President and CEO Abruptly Resigns
Scott Beck, president and CEO of San Francisco Travel Association, abruptly resigned his position after only seven months on the job, citing personal
May 16, 2024
The Mirage Hotel & Casino to Close This Summer; Begin Transformation into Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Following three decades on the Las Vegas Strip,
May 15, 2024
These Are the Fastest-Growing Meetings and Events Destinations in the U.S.
Knowland and Cvent recently revealed the top meeting and event destinations in the United States, ranking top group spots based on a variety of data
May 14, 2024
Global Gifting Names Brett Hatch Senior Vice President of Business Development
Global Gifting announced that Brett Hatch, former senior director of global corporate gifts at Maui Jim Sunglasses, has been appointed senior vice
May 13, 2024
5 Must-Try Restaurants to Visit When Meeting in Omaha, Nebraska
Philadelphia has the Philly cheesesteak. Chicago has deep-dish pizza. New Orleans has the po’boy, and Baltimore has the crabcake. But Omaha, Nebraska
May 13, 2024
IMEX Frankfurt to Offer New Rising Talent Program for Young Professionals
The IMEX Group is no stranger to providing career-related educational opportunities for the meetings and events industry, especially at its two major
May 10, 2024
Fun Teambuilding Activities in Portland, Oregon, That Promote Genuine Team Camaraderie
Scenic, hip and a little quirky, Portland, Oregon, is a one-of-a-kind destination for meetings and events. The City of Roses has all of the
May 10, 2024
Providence Is the Complete Package for Meetings
This February, Rhode Island Commerce, the Ocean State’s economic development organization, revealed its new “All That” tourism slogan.
May 09, 2024
Zoe Moore on Why DEI Is Under Fire in the Meetings Industry and Beyond
Zoe Moore, proprietor of Zoe Moore Consultancy, is
May 08, 2024
Taking Off: Luxury Property Enhancements and More Elevate Events in Scottsdale, Arizona
It’s no secret that the Greater Phoenix area is growing rapidly. The options are almost overwhelming for planners scouting the area for their next
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
May 08, 2024
Cannabis-Themed Event Venue Prepares to Open in Las Vegas
CANNABITION, "an elevated immersive experience," is a cannabis-themed meeting and event venue opening soon in Las Vegas. The venue is a part of the
May 08, 2024
What to Expect at the 2024 MPI World Education Congress in Louisville
The 2024 MPI World Education Congress (WEC), the association’s signature
May 07, 2024
10 Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for Meeting and Event Planner Moms
Mother’s Day is fast approaching, and for many sons and daughters that also means Mother’s Day shopping. But for those with mothers in the
May 03, 2024
6 Arts and Culture Venues for Offsite Events in Missouri
Venues like museums, botanical gardens and theaters aren’t necessarily the first place that planners look to when planning a meeting or event in a
May 03, 2024
East Coast Casinos Offer Exceptional Dining Experiences for Meeting Groups
According to the National Restaurant Association’s “2024 State of the Restaurant Industry” report, industry sales, food service included, are
May 02, 2024
No Hidden Agenda: ELX Welcomes New CEO!
On this episode, we speak with Nicola Kastner, ELX CEO, about her new role and goals for the organization. Plus, ELX Co-Founder, David Kliman,
May 01, 2024
The Z: Exploring Social Anxiety in the Meetings and Events Industry
I used to get anxious calling restaurants to order food for delivery. As an introvert with social anxiety, which is defined by the