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Unexpected group discoveries extend throughout the Harrisburg, Hershey and Lancaster regions.

Northeast Florida—also known as Florida’s First Coast—is made up of such dynamic destinations as Jacksonville on the great St. Johns River, the beach community of Ponte Vedra and historic St. Augustine, the oldest continually occupied European settlement in North America. It’s also home to Amelia Island, Fernandina Beach and the Palm Coast, all of which offer great accommodations, great restaurants and great fun for meeting groups.

Arts experiences in Greater Springfield, Mass., and the Berkshires are positively popping off the page, from a museum showcasing the delightful works of Theodor Geisel, aka Dr. Seuss, to music venues that will have attendees singing the praises of the meeting long after it’s over.

Oregon has long been a magnet for makers and artisans of many kinds. Among them are chocolatiers, cheesemakers, specialty fruit and nut growers and manufacturers of everything from colorful blankets to organic flour. Many of these makers open their doors to visitors, providing insightful behind-the-scenes tours and opportunities for tasting and learning how the products are made.

UNITE HERE Local 1, which represents Chicago’s hospitality workers union, has ratified a contract with Marriott International. The Chicago union says it has reached an agreement with Sheraton, W City Center, W Lakeshore, Westin Michigan Avenue, Westin River North, JW Marriot and Hotel Blake.

Convention Data Services (CDS) promoted Dave Wuethrich to chief operating officer. In this new position within CDS, will oversees all operational aspects of events, from kick off to post conference.

Jay Marsh joined Steelcase Event Experiences as a business development consultant. In this role, he is responsible for driving new business nationwide, with a focus on the East Coast for the strategic space design company.

Sarah Bondar has been promoted to chief operating officer of The Charles Group. In this position, she oversees business and staffing operations as well as managing key corporate and not-for-profit client accounts. Bondar joined the team at The Charles Group in 2013 and brings more than 14 years of experience in planning events and meetings for various corporate and not-for-profit clients to this new role.

Kendra P. Clough has been appointed director of conference services for the Doug Pitcock ’49 Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center. The Benchmark Resorts & Hotels property opened in August.