Balancing Act

While per diem rates for government meetings are a little more realistic these days, planners still face budgetary challenges, particularly in today

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Balancing Act

While per diem rates for government meetings are a little more realistic these days, planners still face budgetary challenges, particularly in today

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Balancing Act

While per diem rates for government meetings are a little more realistic these days, planners still face budgetary challenges, particularly in today

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Short Takes

Museums & Attractions The Houston Museum of Natural Science is presenting the world premiere exhibition Lucy’s Legacy: The Hidden

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Checking In

Planning meetings and events is similar to conducting an orchestra in many ways. Meeting planners are charged with making sure a universe of

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How ChatGPT Will Impact the Meetings and Events Industry

In the not-so-distant future, the world of meetings and events was transformed by the rise of artificial intelligence programs like ChatGPT.

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Graphic of robot typing on a computer keyboard.

Phillip C. Ridley, CMP

Phillip C. Ridley, CMP is now the meetings manager for the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA). He

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Coronavirus Cancellation and Attrition Liability Must-Knows

Editor’s note: This information was accurate at the time of recording, February 28, 2020. We are monitoring and updating as new information

Podcast

Las Vegas Green-Lights Revolutionary Elon Musk Company People Mover for Convention Center

Attendees will soon be traveling at warp speed below the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC).Elon Musk’s The Boring Company’s nearly $50

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Robust Iowa Venue Assumes New Management

AMES, IowaIowa State University has selected a new management company, Ames, Iowa-based VenuWorks, to oversee the

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Take 10: 'Site Selection and Inspection: Hidden in Plain Sight' With Joan Eisenstodt

Joan Eisenstodt answers additional questions from the 04.

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Food & Beverage at Events: Needs Versus Wants

I would have asked/presented the food and beverage question

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Bargain Hunt

If you think the hospitality and meetings industry took a hit after the events of 9/11, take a look at what’s happening now. Industry analysts

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Deborah Gardner’s Speakers Resolutions for 2023

Editor’s note: This is the first installation of our new, semi-regular Supplier Side column, which gives a voice to meetings professionals who

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Annette Gregg, CMP, CMM, MBA

AlliedPRA, Inc. announced Annette Gregg, CMP, CMM, MBA as its new vice president, West,

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Lenders Foreclose on Tahoe Ritz-Carlton

In a foreclosure sale, a lender consortium led by Bank of America took over ownership of The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe, but the property will continue

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Convention Opts Out of San Francisco Over Safety Concerns

A major Chicago-based medical association is moving its $40 million convention out of San Francisco due to safety concerns for attendees. The city

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Plan to Shine at Huntington Beach

In Huntington Beach, California, our exhilarating, ocean side environment inspires business professionals to excel and shine. It’s a one-of-a-

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8 Ways to Limit Alcohol Liability at Meetings and Events

Consumption of alcohol sometimes seems like a foundation of meetings. After all, who doesn’t want to have glass of wine and relax with one

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Rocky Road Ahead for Brazilian Business Travel

SAO PAULO, BrazilBrazilian business travel will continue to face a difficult climate for the remainder of the year. This is one of the key findings

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