The Z: How Gen Z Was Included and Where They Belonged at IMEX America 2023

A lovely friend of mine by the name of Laura Lewis once said to me, “IMEX is the Disney World of the meetings and events industry.”   I

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The Z - How Gen Z Was Included and Where They Belonged at IMEX America 2023

Q&A: Lesa P. Melvin and Jarad Melvin (Mother and Son Working in Hospitality)

When I was preparing to visit Duke University, at the invitation of the Duke Special Events Planners Council, to speak at their education day, Jarad

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Power of Place: Historic Properties Leave Lasting Impressions

Looking to produce stronger connections, derive deeper meaning and create lasting memories from your next meeting or event? Book a property with a

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Corporate Meetings

More CoverageStrategy TimeIs the corporate

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On the Scene: O‘ahu, Hawai‘i Offers a Well-Rounded Island Adventure

Ahead of Meetings Today LIVE! on the Island of Hawai‘i, I had the opportunity to visit O‘ahu, where Honolulu’s bustling urban scene stands in stark

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6 Tips for Planning Family-Friendly Meetings

Shifting back into pre-pandemic routines, hobbies and schedules hasn’t necessarily been easy for anyone, but for parents, readjusting to what life

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5 Cities That Are Raising the Bar for Medical and Pharmaceutical Meetings

It’s no secret that medical and pharmaceutical meetings are a huge part of the meetings and events industry. But what makes a particularly good

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Meeting Planners Share Their Favorite Money-Saving Tips

How to maximize value when booking events in destinations? The following quartet of meeting planners from around the U.S. share their experiences,

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Vivek H. Murthy on Fostering Connection

In my blog post titled "Can Meetings Help

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Sports venues double as exciting off-site venues

Whether historic or brand new, sports stadiums provide site-specific environments for planners to create ideas with plenty of moving parts that they

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Mountain destinations elevate the group experience

"The hills are alive with the sound of music,” sang Julie Andrews many years ago, and indeed they still are.Music plus other wonderful arts

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Airport Hotels Take Meetings to New Heights

Airport hotels have long been the go-to option for those groups looking to easily get in, have a quick meeting, and get out, without breaking the

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Local tourism specialists weigh in on the Carolinas appeal

What does it mean to be involved in the Carolinas’ group and tourism scene? From motorsports to the culinary arts, five professionals with

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Sky-high attractions adrenalize off-site events

Want to push the envelope on breath-taking, heart-pounding fun? Take your group to a high-elevation attraction that also doubles as an unforgettable

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Leadership in Action: How These 6 Women Drive Group Market Success in Texas

Galveston-born Kay Bailey Hutchison started out as a lawyer and legal correspondent for a Houston television affiliate before serving in the Texas

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Experts weigh in on strategies for the perfect beach gathering

When it comes to event settings that inspire, relax and rejuvenate attendees, the beach is a top pick. The sand, surf and coastline add elements of

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Plan Environmentally Friendly Meetings and Events in Denver, Boulder and Colorado Springs

Sustainability is no longer a “buzz word” in conversations or a trending topic for meeting planners to take into consideration when organizing events

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Eastern casino resorts up the meetings ante

Slated to open later this year, the highly anticipated $1.3 billion MGM National Harbor Resort & Casino brings gaming to the Washington, D.C.,

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Why It Is Critical for Life Sciences Meetings to Resume Face-to-Face Events

Pharmaceutical and medical face-to-

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Bureau reps step up big for planners and events

Most planners have recognized local CVBs as crucial resources and partners when it comes to forging successful affairs. With their endless reservoir

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