Inside New Orleans’ ‘Built to Host’ Strategy During Sail250 and North America’s 50 Best Restaurants

Naturally, a city that’s "Built to Host" would have two international events and multiple fams ongoing simultaneously, executed without a hitch.I

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5 Best Practices for Creating Authentic Destination Experiences at Receptions

One of the greatest joys and responsibilities of our work as meeting professionals is bringing a destination to life for attendees.An event reception

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Choosing Entertainment: How to Align Your Event's Mission, Vibe and Audience

When it comes to corporate-event planning, entertainment is often one of the last decisions made, but one of the main things attendees remember after

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Blue Delta Jeans Offers the Best of Bespoke Corporate Gifting Experiences

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Weighing in on GLP-1 Dining Trends: Best Practices for Event Menus

Event menus haven’t changed much in the last decade. Selections follow the same patterns: portions are still generous; dessert is automatic; snack

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Mike McAllen’s Best Practices for Starting an Association Podcast

Launching an association podcast is a marathon, not a sprint. Building a loyal audience within your association and industry takes time and

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Meeting and Event Risk Management Best Practices

Theresa Thomas shares risk management best practices to ensure attendee safety.

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Event Tech Best Practices With Jon Trask

Learn the A-to-Z of event tech and AV. Tyler Davidson talks with tech expert Jon Trask, who details his related

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...what are your name tag 'best practices' or, alternately, name tag pet peeves?

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How to Use AI to Make a Client Video Presentation From a Meetings Fam Trip

It was during a recent fam trip to Asheville,

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How Properties Across Mexico Are Committing to Sustainable Practices

Sustainability is now more than a buzzword in the events industry. In 2025, more companies are taking their environmental impact seriously, and given

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How to Plan the Perfect Holiday Corporate Event

While the holiday season may be the most wonderful time of the year (at least according to song), it can also be the most stressful.  From

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F&B Best Practices

No matter what the budget, there are time-honored best practices that can help planners stretch their dollars and cut down on waste. Here are a few

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The Best Offsite Event Activities on Coronado Island by Land or Sea

Just 15 minutes from San Diego's airport, Coronado Island features a variety of meetings and events options...from the luxe, recently renovated Hotel

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