Meet in Seattle, Mother Nature’s City

​Hold your next meeting where nature and city intertwine. Shaped by its natural surroundings, Seattle’s vibrant and compact downtown offers

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Sarah Vining

Washington, DC As the Marketing Manager for The National Conference Center, I’m the editor and writer of Conference Center Blog (

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How to Find and Plan the Perfect Event Spaces

Aired September 18, 2019 Presented by Laura Puglisi  CEUS

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Sage Executive Chef Covelli Talks Flavors, Food and Events in Sarasota

Chef Christopher Covelli didn’t start out as a chef. He started out as an insurance executive. Now, he now runs one of the most popular Sarasota

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Meetings Unmatched in Indian Wells, California

Nestled at the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains in the heart of Greater Palm Springs, Indian Wells, California, is redefining what it means to host “

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The Z: 4 Tips for Intentional Conversations That Lead to Real Connections

Communication hasn’t always been easy for me, but to be a journalist, I knew I had to change that.College was a safe place for me to figure it all

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The Z: 4 Tips for Intentional Conversations That Lead to Real Connections

4 Eastern Iowa Unexpected Offsite Venues

Eastern Iowa has plenty of options when it comes to offsite venues, and some of its best provide a unique backdrop while highlighting the region

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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.If you’re one of

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Navigating Chaos – Travel Tips for When Your Airport Falters

The security lapse that caused the evacuation of Germany’s Frankfurt Airport resulted in the predictable level of chaos when a major global hub

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Navigating Chaos – Travel Tips for When Your Airport Falters

The security lapse that caused the evacuation of Germany’s Frankfurt Airport resulted in the predictable level of chaos when a major global hub

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Group-Friendly Michelin Dining in Texas

In November 2023, the Michelin Guide made its Texas debut in a three-year deal. Staged at Houston’s event-capable 713 Music Hall, the inaugural

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The Data Download for Navigating Events and Sourcing Strategies

Ready to decode the latest event data? Join us for an insight-packed session where we bring together the freshest findings from three powerhouse

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Dear Ashley: 8 Apps I Live By When Traveling and Planning Around The World

Dear Ashley, It’s been a long time since I’ve led an event outside of the United States and I’m feeling a bit rusty navigating the processes

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CIC Appoints Leaders to APEX Council

The CIC announced the appointment of a new Leadership Council to lead CIC’s APEX initiative. As part of the planned transition the previous

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Survive an Internet or Power Failure at Your Meeting

Even the best laid plans for a meeting or event can be thrown asunder in the blink of an eye, or the pop of a circuit, if the on-site internet or

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The New Live Engagement Program: Virtual is Here to Stay

During the past year, meeting and event professionals across the globe were forced to adapt to the “new normal” of virtual events. Although most of

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10 Ways Meeting Planners Can Work With CVBs to Create a Welcoming Environment

Understanding the needs of diverse audiences and ensuring their safety and comfort should be at the forefront of event planning and deeply rooted

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4 Issues Ailing the Associations Segment in 2025

The associations segment

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5 Quick Tips for Vegan and Gluten-Free Catering for Successful Events

Event planners know that food and beverage can make or break an event. It’s a key factor in the attendee experience—yet for those with dietary

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Luxury Redefined: Gritty Lessons in Incentives From Riding Castle to Castle in France’s Loire Valley

To design epic event experiences, you must be comfortable with being uncomfortable.In late June, I found myself trotting through the Loire Valley in

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Luxury Redefined: Gritty Lessons in Incentives From Riding Castle to Castle in France’s Loire Valley