The Philadelphia CVB Board of Directors hired Gregg Caren as its new president and CEO, replacing Julie Coker, who accepted the position of president and CEO of the San Diego Tourism Authority. Read more.

Thinking about launching virtual meetings as a standalone event option or augmentation to a live event? Amanda Ma, founder and CEO of Innovate Marketing Group, dove into the virtual events pool headfirst after COVID-19 hit, and offers her expert tips on how to pull them off, from pre- and post-event preparation and follow-up to technical issues to look out for and how to put that little personal touch on them that the digital world often lacks.

The new Broadmoor Exhibit Hall has opened up Colorado Springs’ five-star TheBroadmoor to the tradeshow and exhibit meetings segment and will offer an upscale environment that requires minimal decorating for tradeshows and exhibits.

The Philadelphia CVB’s Julie Coker has postponed her start as head of the San Diego Tourism Authority—and salary—to help Philadelphia’s tourism community navigate the COVID-19 crisis. Read more.

When it comes to the top live music destinations, Raleigh, North Carolina, has been garnering attention for its diverse live music scene and festivals. Find out why.

Plant-based and vegan cuisine is a “growing” trend in meetings and events catering. See how Victor Miguel, executive chef at the Los Angeles Airport Marriott, is serving this clientele with a variety of cuisine options and substitutions.

Meetings Today has teamed with the German Convention Bureau to offer a free one-hour “COVID-19 and the Meetings Industry” video panel webinar April 16, featuring speakers from major U.S.-based organizations that have had their meetings and events impacted by the pandemic. Read more.