Conquer Your Fear of Hybrid Meetings Technology

Meeting planners are masters of so many things. From seating charts and food flow to strategic meeting management, meeting planners are the Swiss

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John Chen, CEO, Engaging Virtual Meetings

Two Surveys Say Meetings Industry on the Rebound

A pair of recent studies point to a rapidly rebounding meetings and

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Outside-of-the-Box Florida Beach Event Ideas

Want some outside-of-the-box ideas for beach fun? Say no more!  The days of tug-of-wars on the beach with your colleagues may be a thing of

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Event setup on the beach with twinkle lights in front of Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa

Latest Property Openings and Renovations in Florida (2022)

Florida continues to constantly update and open properties that expand venue options for meeting and event planners. Here’s a roundup of the latest

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Aerial shot of the beachfront at The Diplomat Beach Resort Hollywood, Curio Collection by Hilton

MPI Names WEC Destinations Through 2026 

MPI used Global Meetings Industry Day as a platform to announce upcoming destinations for its World Education Congress (WEC) event through 2026.

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MPI WEC 2021 in Las Vegas.

EventsAir Taps Donegan-Ryan as CEO

Australian events management software company EventsAIR named Seattle-based events industry veteran Mathew Donegan-Ryan as its CEO, following what is

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 Matthew Donegan-Ryan, CEO, EventsAir

Female Chef-Restaurateurs Light Up the Boston Culinary Scene

In the early 90s, I dined next to Julia Child and her party at the former Chez Jean in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Regaling her table with one story

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Bowl of Mafaldini Alla Funghi from Karen Akunowicz at Fox & The Knife

Explore These Unique Florida Neighborhoods After Your Next Meeting

Many meeting professionals come to Florida for a meeting only to realize there is so much more to see beyond the ballroom. Stay a few extra days and

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Mural in Ybor City, Tampa

Hospitality Continues to Lag in Latest U.S. Jobs Report

While the U.S. economy continues to rapidly recover from the depths of the COVID-19 pandemic, the

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U.S. Travel visit to Capitol Hill, 2022.

CSR Activities for Groups to Give Back When Visiting Hawaiʻi

As both leisure and business tourism bounces back in the wake of the pandemic, travelers continue to seek out ways to

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Hospitality Today Live’s Deborah Gardner Shares Pandemic Lessons From Guests

The pandemic affected every person on the

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Deborah Gardner, Host, Hospitality Today Live

6 Meeting Professionals Detail Why They Pick Florida for Events

Meeting professionals have always gravitated to the Sunshine State for meetings and events. The weather, the beaches and the venues are just a few of

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Florida Chefs Supply Fresh, Farmed Ingredients for Impressive Group Dining Experiences

If it’s fresh, chefs in the Sunshine State will find it. On the menu throughout Florida, a host of chefs are purveyors of local, fresh and farmed

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Los Angeles' Premier Sports Facilities Are Game-Changers for Meetings

Los Angeles, “The City of Angels,” has had a heavenly run

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Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

Why DC Is the Nation’s Capital of DEI Tourism and Events

DEI, or diversity, equity and inclusion, has become an issue of paramount importance in the meetings and events industry and throughout U.S. business

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Why San Diego Should Be On Your Meetings Radar

There’s just something about San Diego that makes it special from the moment you step off the plane, according to Kavin Schieferdecker , chief sales

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Balboa Park in San Diego at night

Craft Unforgettable Attendee Experiences in Charlotte

When planning a meeting in Charlotte, there are a multitude of opportunities to craft an unforgettable attendee experience that stretch beyond the

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Orlando Is a Leader in the Meetings and Conventions Industry

Why is Orlando such an ideal destination for tradeshows, conventions and special events? Hear the answer first-hand from show organizer, Reed

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3 Reasons to Choose DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld for Events

Just four years ago a $30 million renovation of the sprawling 28-acre DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld commenced, adding many new features

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Exterior shot at night of DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld

Central Illinois Sports Venues That Keep Groups on Their Toes

It’s no secret that the bustling Illinois destination of Chicago boasts massive infrastructure and myriad venues and hotels fit for large groups. But

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