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Kansas City Is Upping Its Profile Via Major Additions

Kansas City is on the ascent, ready to add a new terminal at Kansas City International Airport and a groundbreaking riverfront soccer stadium, expanding its streetcar line and drawing two major sports events that will increase the destination’s profile on the national, and world, stage.

On the Scene: Experiencing IMEX America as a First-Time Attendee

If the meetings and events industry is for people who love people, IMEX America 2022 was enough to prove just how much kindness and collaboration those involved are willing to give, and as a first-time attendee, I already can’t wait for next year to do it all over again.

Group in front of Mandalay Bay Convention Center at IMEX America 2022

IMEX America 2022 Hosts a Meetings and Events Industry on the Rebound

IMEX America 2022, held October 10-13 in Las Vegas, hosted 45% more attendees than the previous version, signifying a meetings and events industry that is on the rebound.

Caesars’ Michael Massari on Changing Trends in Hospitality Industry Talent Acquisition

One of the hottest topics in the meetings industry is talent acquisition and retention. Michael Massari, chief sales officer of Caesars Entertainment, started out his career in the hospitality industry as a busboy. But is the next generation of workers willing to start at the bottom? An industry vet chimes in.

Encore "Breaks Free" at IMEX America, and an Engaging New Role for Planners

Everyone's after attendee engagement at events, and Encore Global may have just cracked the code with its "Break Free" immersive environment debuted at IMEX America 2022.

Inside the Be Well Lounge at IMEX America 2022

Why Scenting Your Events Should Be on Your Radar

Tiffany Rose Goodyear, founder and CEO of Scent-Ex, uses fragrances to create immersive and memorable event experiences for attendees, including those at IMEX America 2022.

Marriott International Luxury Brands Booth at IMEX America 2022

How Marriott is Staying on Top of Industry Trends

Marriott's Head of Global Sales Tammy Routh discusses up-and-coming Marriott projects and properties, industry trends and what to look forward to from the brand in 2023 at IMEX America 2022.

Destination Canada Booth at IMEX America 2022

Destination Canada Announces City Additions to Global Destination Sustainability Index

Following the launch of Canada’s Business Events Sustainability Plan, Destination Canada announced new domestic additions to the GDS-Index during IMEX America 2022.

Visit Orlando President & CEO Casandra Matej.

Visit Orlando Chief Casandra Matej on the DMO's "Unbelievably Real" Campaign Launch

Meetings Today's Tyler Davidson sat down with Visit Orlando President & CEO Cassandra Matej at IMEX America 2022 to discuss the new initiative as well as how the destination fared during Hurricane Ian and the phenomenal response of its hotel community to help residents of Florida's hard-hit communities weather the storm.

“Climate Cancer.” PCMA’s Sherrif Karamat Doesn’t Mince Words

PCMA's Sherrif Karamat on the dire need for the meetings and events industry to combat climate change, as well as his role as incoming chair of the Events Industry Council and happenings at is association leading up to Convening Leaders 2023 in Columbus, Ohio.