When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. Or at least that was the take from famed rebel journalist Hunter S. Thompson. Speaker KiKi L’Italien, president and CEO of Amplified Growth and host of Association Chat, is taking this life lesson to heart.

Jon Erickson was recently named director of sales & marketing for The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta.

The NRA's annual convention, being held in Dallas in 2018, serves as a reminder for meeting planners to consider their event security.

Salamander Hotels & Resorts appointed David Mars as general manager of The Henderson, a Salamander Beach & Spa Resort.

Windsor Court Hotel named Ralph Mahana general manager.

Château Élan Winery & Resort, the 16^th century-styled château and full-service winery nestled among North Georgia’s foothills, announced the addition of hospitality veteran Joe Velasquez to its executive team as director of sales and marketing.

The National Conference Center and West Belmont Place announced the promotion of Todd Goldian to director of food and beverage.

Shangri-La Hotel, Toronto announced the appointment of Ron Pellerine to the position of general manager.

Hospitality and meetings technology giant Cvent announced its moves to acquire event app provider QuickMobile.

In the concrete jungle of Las Vegas, there exists a lush new oasis inspired by nature, the comforts of home, an eclectic sense of artistry and plenty of innovation: Park MGM. The property, formerly Monte Carlo, was officially reflagged April 30, 2018. Attendees of Meetings Today LIVE! West, running from April 29 to May 2, 2018, had the pleasure of being the first group to partake in its new offerings.