Keys to Better Site Visits: Preparation and Clear Communication

Nothing frustrates meeting and event planners more than dedicating time to a site visit at a hotel or event venue, then coming away without the

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Dahlia El Gazzar

One of the meetings world’s most-notable tech experts got her start in the event planning industry in perhaps one of the most unlikely ways.

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New Hilton in Arlington at the Base of History and New York Countryside Resort Sits on 100 Acres

MassachusettsSheraton Boston Hotel completed a $100 million renovation

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Hilton Arlington Rosslyn The Key.

Las Vegas Tourism Leader Rossi Ralenkotter Dies at 78

Rossi Ralenkotter, former president and CEO of the Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority, passed away on October 10 at age 78 after a 16-year

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Rossi Ralenkotter on the convention floor.

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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10 Products to Help Reduce Stress and Stay Relaxed

As the 2025 event calendar is nearing its end, meeting and event planners can use their time around the holidays to rest and recharge with the help

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 Expanding the Magic of Meetings!

Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Begins $275 Million Expansion and Transformation. Exciting changes are in motion at the Walt Disney World

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Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Aerial View

Tech-Focused Event Firm Markey’s Appoints New CEO

Markey’s, a national event and AV-technology company, announced Linda McNairy as chief executive officer effective November 3.  McNairy

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Linda McNairy in action.

How the Flexibility of Conference Centers Meets the Evolving Needs of Attendees

It’s hard to believe that empty boxes of space can change so much. But they do. And they should.  In June, the International Association of

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Quorum by Convene, New York City

Washington DC: Reality vs Perception = Truth and Love

Amid a blitz of negative headlines and rhetoric that “politics is killing tourism” in the nation’s capital, Destination DC (DDC) used IMEX as a

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Senior Contributor Jeff Heilman and Melissa A. Riley, SVP of convention sales and services for Destination DC at Love Letter wall at IMEX.

Napa Valley and Sonoma County Offer Variety for Meetings Agendas

Sonoma CountySonoma County may be one of the top wine regions in the world, but the multifaceted destination offers much more than premium

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Collage of Chateau Montelena (left) and Armstrong Redwoods State Park.

Insights From IMEX: Day Two

IMEX America is well underway at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, and four Meetings Today reporters–Tyler Davidson, Rob Carey, Taylor Smith and Jeff

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Peru booth at IMEX America 2025, with three women dressed in traditional Peruvian clothes.

Missed Connections: You Just Missed Your Most Important Contact

Aired April 10, 2019 Presented by Brooke Gracey 

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Global Hotel Brand YOTEL Announces New CEO

YOTEL, a global hotel brand with a focus on creative technology and aimed at people always on the move, announced Phil Andreopoulos as its new chief

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Portrait of Phil Andreopoulos.

3 Booming North Carolina Cities That Boast Interesting Meetings Offsite Options

North Carolina is a rising U.S. economic powerhouse, with major manufacturing and technology companies bringing scores of new residents to rapidly

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Photo of two suspended military helicopters in an exhibit space at the Sullenberger Aviation Museum.

6 Ways Toronto Went 100% All-In on Business Events

Toronto is a place where creativity and innovative ideas thrive, so it should come as no surprise that it’s ahead of the curve when it comes to

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Teambuilding and Beyond: Come Unpack Cambridge

Few places offer such big opportunities for small meetings and groups like Cambridge, MA. Here different cultures, rhythms and uncharted adventures

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Cambridge aerial view.

New Details Emerge on Upcoming Meetings Industry Climate Conference

As fierce debate regarding climate-change mitigation efforts took place during the recent United Nations General Assembly in New York, the leaders of

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EMEA leader in green dress speaking on main stage

Accor Developing New Meeting Booking Platform

Accor announced it is developing a digital meetings and events booking platform that will feature an inventory of 2.5 million square feet of event

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Unique Venues and Activities in Orlando for Post-Meetings Fun

Event management platform Cvent has again named Orlando No. 1 in its Top 50 Meeting Destinations in North America ranking—and for good reason.  

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