Convention centers are created to make money and provide recognition for their host cities. Once in place, however, they can become agents of change

 Former Freeman Company CEO Bob Priest-Heck has helmed one the largest events companies in the world, collecting a vast reservoir of knowledge

“It’s kind of wild that people don’t know about this. This is the best destination you’ve never heard of.” That’s how Maggie Lang describes The

The city of Chicago is known around the world for its dining scene, offering everything from Michelin-star restaurants helmed by award-winning chefs

Associations and destinations encounter a variety of risks that can impact the success of meetings and events, from safety and accessibility to

Visit Atlantic City and DO AC are integrating their brands and assets under the unified Visit Atlantic City name. The move combines the organization

Veteran DMO leader Al Hutchinson has decided not to renew his contract with Visit Baltimore, which expires June 30.The DMO said Hutchinson has agreed

Tourism and DMO leader Scott Beck has gained a new role at JLL, a professional services and destination development organization, as lead of

Having given keynote speeches and training workshops for over 25 years, it’s clear to me that audiences prefer more interactive, engaging and

 Michael Krouse, president and CEO of the Greater Ontario, California CVB, aka GOCAL, and regional vice president convention centers for ASM

SoolNua, the specialist business events advisory founded by renowned industry

With a prime location between Los Angeles and Palm Springs, California, the GOCAL region is primed to bump it up a notch when it comes to its

There’s more to Coastal Carolinas cities than just the beautiful weather and beaches (though they’re still a major plus!). But don’t take our word

First, a heartfelt thank you to Meetings Today for the opportunity to extend my column into 2025. I’m grateful for the platform to engage with

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ConnecticutOnce home to Condé Nast’s printing operation, the historic

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Democratic Republic of the CongoLocated in the heart of Brazzville and connected to a bustling office tower, the

CaliforniaNestled in the heart of downtown Long Beach and 25 miles south of Los Angeles sits the

 In this episode of the Meetings Today podcast, Senior Content Director Danielle LeBreck speaks with Lisa Bethea, director of destination