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Taylor Smith
Content Manager, Destinations

Taylor Smith joined Meetings Today magazine in May 2022 as a content developer, destinations and features and is the face behind the publication's column, "The Z: Planning for the Industry's Next Generation," which explores how to welcome, work with, understand and plan for the industry’s next wave of professionals, Gen Z. In addition to writing about the meetings and events industry’s newest and youngest members, Smith also covers top and trending meetings destinations as well as topics including wellness, sustainability, incentives, new and renovated properties and industry trends for Meetings Today.

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Read More Articles by Hannah Elston

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Hannah Elston
Senior Manager, Partnerships, Marketing & Communications, Event Leaders Exchange (ELX)

 A dedicated senior manager of partnerships, marketing and communications with Event Leaders Exchange (ELX)—an exclusive community for senior corporate event leaders from the world’s most influential brands—Hannah Elston has immersed herself in the dynamic landscape of event marketing since 2021. A passionate advocate for the next generation of event professionals, she uses her voice to champion mentorship and career development within the business events industry. As a 2025 graduate of the Fast Forward 15 Mentorship Program, Elston is committed to empowering future leaders and bridging the gap between emerging talent and senior industry professionals. 

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What No One Tells You About Starting a Career in Events

In this episode of Eventualists, co-hosts Taylor Smith and Hannah Elston are joined by Tyler Sturdivant, assistant manager of events at Inspire Brands, to explore what new professionals can really expect when entering the events industry. 

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4 Destinations in California’s Wine Country Offering a Feast for the Senses

Planners searching for group gatherings that pair the many offerings of Wine Country together, need look no further than these dining experiences in Sonoma County, Napa Valley, Monterey County and Temecula Valley.

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Taking Off: Upgrades and Renovations Create a New Norfolk, Virginia, Experience for Groups

One of the oldest cities in the U.S., meetings are nothing new to Norfolk, Virginia, but the destination is developing to make sure groups experience a new side of Norfolk every time they meet. 

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Tourism Australia’s Signature Incentive Showcase Shows Off Melbourne

In addition to nearly 200 sellers and planners, Australia Next 2025 also hosted 14 industry media including Meetings Today’s Taylor Smith. Here’s a firsthand account of her time in Melbourne. 

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Inside Australia’s Growing Meetings Market With Tourism Australia’s Robin Mack

After attending Australia Next in Melbourne in early December, Meetings Today had the chance to check in with Tourism Australia Managing Director Robin Mack on what’s new in the Land Down Under, from hotels and restaurants to group “impact” activities, and get his perspective on what makes this trending incentive destination one worth traveling for.  

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Chicago’s Recent Accolades and Major Meetings Developments

Here’s a look at what’s new for groups in Chicago, and how the Windy City is working toward offering an even better meetings experience in Condé Nast Traveler readers’ “Best Big City in the U.S.” for the ninth year running.

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Milwaukee’s Harley-Davidson Museum Is a One-of-a-Kind Offsite Option for Groups

In Milwaukee, the world’s only Harley-Davidson Museum invites groups from 10 to 10,000 to “break out of boring boardrooms” and experience over a century’s worth of Harley-Davidson history.

The Inaugural Episode: What Is an ‘Eventualist,’ and What Is This Podcast About?

The Inaugural Episode: What Is an ‘Eventualist,’ and What Is This Podcast About?

In this debut episode, Eventualists co-hosts Taylor Smith of Meetings Today and Hannah Elston of Event Leaders Exchange (ELX) introduce the concept of an “eventualist”: someone early in their career who will eventually be an industry leader and is looking to learn the ropes—without feeling the pressure of having it all together at the start.

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Why Meeting Planners Should Consider Offseason Bookings in Greater Palm Springs

Hosting meetings and events during Greater Palm Springs’ offseason comes with its benefits, including a sunny SoCal meeting oasis wrapped in a big budget-friendly bow.

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Taking Off: Aurora, Colorado, Enters an Era of Major Growth

With numerous unique venues and unbeatable proximity to Denver International Airport, Aurora, Colorado, has the meeting planner necessities. This year, the destination begins an evolution that will make its group offerings even more robust.

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