How to Stay Relevant With an Evolving Workforce

In a fast-changing business world, MICE industry leaders and meeting and events firms need to stay on top of changes.  At the same time,

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Southern Arizona offers a mix of culture and scenery

Planners booking an event in Southern Arizona have myriad options to choose from when it comes to quintessential experiences. From a dude ranch event

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The Concierge

Andre LeBlanc ConciergeFairmont Palliser Calgary, Alberta What service can you provide to groups that they

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California CVBs divulge essential regional tips

One thing that practically all meetings destinations in California have in common these days is high demand. In major cities, a booming, tech-fueled

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Mastering Negotiation in a Constantly Evolving Market

This advanced-level workshop is designed to empower meeting professionals with the knowledge and confidence needed to successfully navigate complex

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How to Host a Sustainable Event in Boston

While Boston might be famous for its history, meeting planners should note its progressive thinking around sustainability as the issue becomes more

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How Groups Can Answer the Ancient Call of Tucson

In the early 1980s, we regularly drove from San Diego to see my grandparents in Green Valley, Arizona, south of Tucson. Each visit included an

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Gender Equality and Female Empowerment Take Center Stage at IMEX’s She Means Business

The IMEX Group is celebrating the role of women in the meetings industry and inviting professionals to find their inner astronaut and be inspired by

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Denver and Boulder Top the Charts With Green Initiatives

Denver and Boulder naturally top the list of cities that can provide a “green” experience for meetings. Set at the base of Colorado’s Rocky

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Planning Virtual Events

 Determine event theme and mission statement.  Work with colleagues to determine the theme of the event and

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In Box

Best-practice tech tips Meetings-related travel currently makes up approximately 35 percent to 45 percent of a company’s annual travel

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Kuala Lumpur: The Heart of Malaysia

The heart of Malaysia—“Truly Asia” as its recent marketing slogan put it—is most definitely in Kuala Lumpur. Known as “

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Thailand: Travel Tips

It's no accident that this is the most popular destination in Southeast Asia. Life is relatively hassle-free for visitors here, but there are a few

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Profile - Midori Connolly, AVGirl Productions

Bad audiovisual is sort of like bad food at a meeting. But while substandard AV won’t make you physically ill, the taste left in your attendees

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The aloha spirit drives CSR activities in Hawaii

Hawaii, the most isolated island chain on Earth, is an especially fragile environment, one where respect for the local culture and physical landscape

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Dear Ashley: No Site Visit? No Problem. Assess Your Destination From Afar.

Dear Ashley, I plan a lot of meetings in the U.S., but rarely have the time or budget to do a hotel site inspection before signing a contract

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Get Your Kicks - Noteworthy Stops Along New Mexico's Route 66

The iconic U.S. Route 66, often referred to as the Main Street of America, has an interesting history and tourist appeal in New Mexico. According to

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Alexandra Carvalho

Alexandra CarvalhoManager, Meetings and EventsHospital Council of Northern and Central CaliforniaWalnut Creek, Calif. Do you find that your

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Desert Destinations Deliver Contemplative Group Outing Options

Not all deserts are alike. For example, different altitudes pose different opportunities for flora and fauna at each level.  “High” deserts near

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Spain's group offerings put a spotlight on history

Exciting and diverse, Spain’s bustling capitals have always offered a wealth of sights and sounds for international visitors. Today, cities

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