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Dan Fenton, CEO of Team San Jose, confirmed his resignation from the destination marketing and facility management corporation Dec. 16.Fenton said he

CVBs want planners to know that it’s good to be small.Many planners may think that if they are coordinating a smaller meeting, there is no need

The on-and-off love affair with the budget-conscious SMERF (social, military, education, religious and fraternal) market, where attendees usually pay

Mention of Missouri might bring thoughts of Mark Twain, the Lake of the Ozarks and some of the country’s best barbecue, among other things the Show-

Surf Expo is typically held twice a year in January and September at the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in Orlando. In September 2020, the in

Lee Papa answers additional questions from the 

When planners are seeking an endless supply of attractions and event venues in one handy locale, it’s difficult to top what the OC brings to

When we think of Florida, we tend to think of salty ocean breezes, white sandy shores, heavenly sunsets and fun in the sun. And while the weather is

Affordability, ease of travel and facilities built for small meetings have always been the strengths of the Chicago suburbs. As the COVID-19 pandemic

Local parks throughout Wisconsin, and the recreational opportunities they offer groups, would make Leslie Knope, the overzealous yet lovable

 Whether it’s searching for the perfect off-site venue, tracking trade show attendance or planning a Web-based meeting, there is a technology

Always ready to host a party, Fort Lauderdale is definitely in a celebratory mood via the opening of the Pier Sixty-Six hotel/meetings/entertainment

When it comes to that iconic California coastal lifestyle—think

An oft-cited statistic about the gender composition of the meetings and events industry cites that more than 80% of planners are female, which is

That hotel contract you signed a couple of years ago may give you confidence about sleeping room rates, availability and your event budget, but

In an era where mass-production often overshadows individuality, the demand for craftsmanship and artisanal experiences has skyrocketed. The success

Madison, Wis., is as passionate about sustainability as it is about beer, which is saying something, as the city of 240,000 people consistently ranks