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Tyler Davidson has covered the travel trade for more than 30 years. In his current role with Meetings Today, Tyler leads the editorial team on its mission to provide the best meetings content in the industry.

Expert Tips on Transitioning From Live to Virtual Events

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 Broadmoor Ups Its Tradeshow Game With New Broadmoor Exhibit Hall

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.

Julie Coker Delays New Job and Forgoes Salary to Help Philly Navigate Covid-19 Crisis

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.

Raleigh’s Live Music Scene Is On Fire

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.

Pro Tips for Working and Managing From Home During the Coronavirus Crisis

The coronavirus crisis has led to a revolution in the workplace—at least temporarily—in which the office is now in workers’ homes.

Meetings Today’s Tyler Davidson spoke to Heather Mason, founder and CEO of Caspian Agency, to get her insights on the best strategies to implement if you’ve found yourself working in this “new normal” environment.

Plant-based and Vegan Meetings Cuisine Takes off at LAX Marriott

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.

Navigate the COVID-19 Pandemic Via This Free Meetings Industry Video Panel Discussion

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.

A Las Vegas Coronavirus Comeback Story

The hospitality and meetings industries are at a standstill as the COVID-19 crisis levels its crippling effect on travel and public gatherings of any size. Its top market, Las Vegas, is always a bellwether of the health of an economic segment that is one of the top drivers of the U.S. economy.

Meetings Today’s Tyler Davidson talks with Stephanie Glanzer, chief sales officer and senior vice president of MGM Resorts International, about the status of meetings and events in Las Vegas and the city’s substantial inventory of MGM properties.

Wellness in the Age of Coronavirus

How are you coping with the coronavirus pandemic? Meetings Today’s Tyler Davidson talks with Kristine Iverson, owner and founder of wellness company CROW Practice, about strategies all of us can incorporate to calm the mind and ease the body while we navigate the global pandemic and resulting economic turmoil.