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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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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.
