Tom Anderson, CMP

Tom Anderson, CMPDirector of Conferences and EventsTechnology Services Industry AssociationSan Diego Do you find that your booking window is

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Successful Turnout for AIBTM

A strong turnout and enthusiastically received presentations marked the launch of the first Americas Meetings & Events Exhibition (AIBTM), part

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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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MidAmerica Upgrades & Openings (April 2016)

Indiana Vantage Hotels announced the rebranding of the 189-room hotel adjacent to Indianapolis International Airport. The former

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2016 Meetings Today Trends Survey

While the unbridled rise of guest room rates may be slowing from the Great Recession recovery period of the last few years, the question of when the

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ASAE Wraps in Detroit

DETROITThe 2015 ASAE Annual Meeting & Expo is ready to wrap up Tuesday in

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Vegas shows off its night moves

Vegas means business on multiple fronts, including its renown as one of the world’s hottest nightlife destinations, along with day parties for

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Short Takes

Museums & Attractions Galleria Park Hotel recently launched a new tour option, Galleria Park Suggests (GPS), for guests looking to

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AmEx M&E Forecasts Industry Confidence

A new study from American Express Meetings & Events (AmEx

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Towering New Combination Hotel Opens in NYC

NEW YORK CITYMarriott International, Inc. and G Holdings have announced the opening of an iconic addition to the New York City skyline, a combined

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Profile - Mariela McIlwraith, Meeting Change

Mariela McIlwraith CMP, CMM, MBA Executive Editor, Convention Industry Council Manual, 9th Edition; President, Meeting Change

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DestinationNEXT Futures Study Reveals Critical 2023 Trends and Systematic Shifts for DMOs

Change has been constant in the years following the COVID-19 pandemic, but there’s increasing proof that the hospitality industry is experiencing a

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Michael Fay and Jonathan Nicholson, Fifteen Beacon - Boston, MA

What service can you provide to groups that they normally might not receive?A unique service that we provide to guests/groups would

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MPI Announces 2011 WEC Agenda

With the goal of responding to the needs of meeting and event professionals as they face a resurgence of industry business levels, Meeting

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10 Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Virtual Speakers

This year brings with it the promise of a return to in-person events. But even so, many organizations will continue to produce virtual or hybrid

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St. Louis Moves Forward With America’s Center Expansion Plan

Representatives of the St. Louis Municipal Finance Corporation’s board of directors gave financial approval in late August for a major expansion of

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Yoga brings clarity, cohesion and creativity to events

“Everyone has their gifts and challenges.” Those are the words of one of my favorite yoga teachers in reference to the physical and mental aspects of

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Using video in your meetings effort increases engagement with attendees

Video is almost always more compelling than a page of Web text, and it is becoming the language of the Internet for promotion, communication and

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Australia's New Le Méridien and More Global Property News

AmsterdamTivoli Hotels & Resorts made its brand debut in the Netherlands with the

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2017 Trends Survey Interview With Karen D'Andrea

Karen D’Andrea, Administrative Assistant, Dealertrack, Lake Success, N.Y.Do you find that your booking window (the time between

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