A new small- and simple-meetings technology solution has been launched via a partnership with Intent Strategy Group, the consulting division of Meetings & Incentives Worldwide, and events software company Bizly.

While 2022 bookings lag 2019 bookings by 30%, sales leads are approaching 2019 levels in the first half of 2022, according to a new quarterly sales report issued by Simpleview revealing booking data compiled from its 215 DMO clients.

Meetings Today got a chance to catch up with Rich Luna, senior director, content marketing for ALHI, to ask him about his experience in the program and what he believes it contributes to the associations world.

Associations are placing a growing emphasis on ensuring DEI in their ranks and leadership. Here are the opinions of association experts on how they’re doing it.

Plano, Texas, offers plenty for groups who want to have a little F&B fun after the day’s meetings are done. These five offsite venues fit the bill and then some.

Nashville is on a tear when it comes to new hotel and event facility development, but its dining scene is equally on fire.

Boston’s hot Seaport District has a major meetings player, as Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport offers more than 1,000 rooms across the street from the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center.

Renee McKenney, a 33-year hospitality industry veteran who has worked in a variety of verticals, will lead all regional tourism efforts on behalf of the Tulsa Regional Chamber as well as oversee all operations for Visit Tulsa, Tulsa CVB, Tulsa Sports Commission and the Tulsa Office of Film, Music, Arts & Culture.

Boise, Idaho’s economy is on a tear, leading to a variety of destination improvements primed by an influx of new residents and commerce. From new boutique hotels to trending food and beverage concepts that are especially in demand from a younger demographic, Boise is rapidly ascending as a meetings destination.