Clara Carter, senior hospitality and event strategy consultant at Jamul Casino Resort, hopes to elevate the property’s appeal to corporate, association and incentive planners. 

For groups who want to meet near Chicago but avoid the downtown costs, the city’s suburbs—represented by Visit Chicago Southland and Chicago’s North Shore—offer solid alternatives without the hassle.

The newly renovated Cincinnati Convention Center is drawing groups to the city, and when they arrive in town, they’ll surely connect with Cincinnati’s culture and history.

In Charleston, Myrtle Beach, the Outer Banks and Wilmington, groups can explore the legendary beaches of the Carolinas as well as national parks, outdoor art museums and curated tours inspired by cinema.  

As part of the renovation at The Royal Lahaina Resort and Bungalows, two refreshed oceanfront event spaces set the scene for sunset receptions and private dining just steps from the beach. 

The Cooper, a 191-room hotel, is the first luxury property to debut on the peninsula in Charleston, South Carolina.

The 313-room Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah is slated to open in 2027. The 70-story hotel, located on the Arabian Gulf, offers 360-degree waterfront views and is located 50 minutes from Dubai International Airport.

The University of Kansas opened a conference center inside David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium; The University of Kansas Conference Center has a capacity of 300 guests.

Albany Capital Center’s $54.9 million expansion will increase its meeting and event capabilities, offering 84,000 square feet of rentable space. 

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