New Kid on the Block: The Event Technologist

Technology use at events has exploded in recent years, bringing about a new role within many event organizations – the event technologist. Whether

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No Agenda: Episode #2 Well-Rounded RFPs, Creative Swag and Caesars’ Client Experience Managers

On Episode #2 of No Agenda, we explore the importance of corporate identity using custom merchandise and products in creative ways. We also learn

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Ogden, Utah Creates Unforgettable Meetings From Mountains to Metro

Seasoned meeting planners know that finding the right destination is key to the success of an event. Not only quality venues and lodging have to be

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Looking at the Wasatch Mountains in Ogden along Historic 25th Street

9 F&B Tips to Reach Your Meeting Sustainability Goals

Meetings and events F&B is undergoing a revolution on many fronts, with sustainability and healthy options perhaps being at the fore. In my 30

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Meetings Today LIVE! Hawai'i Kicks Off at Hilton Waikoloa Village

Attendees from all over flew into Kailua-Kona, Hawai'i, this week for Meetings Today LIVE! Hawai'i 2023, and the event is officially underway.

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How Investment in the Reno Tahoe Region Is Changing the Meetings Game

Behind buoyant bookings and a host of new, renovated and reenergized visitor districts, venues and experiences, the Reno Tahoe group market is

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Reno, Nevada skyline

DEI Update: Meetings Diversity Leaders Greg DeShields and Sheila Alexander-Reid Share Their Perspectives

DEI, or diversity, equity and inclusion, is an unstoppable force in the meetings and tourism industry and beyond.Meetings Today touched base with two

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Arizona's Historic Hotel Restoration and More Western Hotel Updates

ArizonaThe historic Egyptian Motor Hotel, which once thrived in downtown Phoenix in the 1950s, opened to the public January 27 after

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Andaz West Hollywood Sundeck

Southern New and Renovated Properties (April 2023)

Dominican RepublicHyatt Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Dreams Flora Resort & Spa, an addition to World of Hyatt’s

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Dreams Flora Resort and Spa Dining Rendering

Germany's First Selina Hotel and More Global Hotel News

AustraliaThe 123-room Vibe Hotel Adelaide officially opened its doors in southern Australia in the immediate vicinity of Hutt Street

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Vibe Hotel Adelaide. Credit: TFE Hotels

New Eastern Hotels Offering Contemporary Guest Experiences

CanadaHyatt Hotels Corporation announced the opening of the first Hyatt Centric hotel in Canada, Hyatt Centric Ville-Marie Montréal

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Hyatt Centric Ville-Marie Montréal

IMEX-MPI-MCI Future Leaders Forum Prepares Incoming Professionals for Career Success

Choosing a career path is hard enough as it is, and for Gen Zers—the oldest of which entered a workforce in a full pandemic shutdown—the choice only

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IMEX Frankfurt 2022 Future Leaders Forum

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

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Naomi Hollas, Founder of Event Grads

3 California Tourism DEI Leaders Who Are Making a Difference

Always ahead of the curve, California is taking a leading role in promoting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the tourism and meetings and

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Enjoy Sustainable Stays in Ann Arbor

When you’re in Ann Arbor for business, it’s reassuring to know the hotel, restaurant or business you’re at has incorporated some eco-friendly touches

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Get Around Ann Arbor With Ease

In Ann Arbor, getting around town is a breeze. When you’re here on business, you’ll never be confined to your hotel room, because this is one of

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Best Before & After Meeting Spots in Ann Arbor

There’s nothing sweeter than having a business trip or meeting in Ann Arbor. Not only does the city provide a wide range of high-tech meeting spaces

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The Old and New Boston Venues and Experiences That Will Keep Groups Coming Back

When I first hit Boston in 1983, Boston hit back. Cold, unsmiling and rough-edged, Beantown was, in the time-honored local vernacular, “wicked hard

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The Newbury Boston rooftop restaurant, Contessa

North Lake Tahoe Resort Announces New Name and Rebrand to Everline Resort & Spa

Everline Resort & Spa, the North Lake Tahoe, California-based resort formerly known as Resort at Squaw Creek, unveiled its new name and brand

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Everline Resort & Spa Pool and Valley

ASM Global Names Tony Hodgins as General Manager of Pennsylvania Convention Center

ASM Global, the world’s leading producer of entertainment experiences, venue management and event strategy, appointed Tony Hodgins as general manager

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Tony Hodgins