Specialist Business Events Advisory SoolNua Enters New Era of Leadership

SoolNua, the specialist business events advisory founded by renowned industry

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How to Tap the Top Nashville Honky-Tonks for Group Events

From star-studded new entrants to legendary old favorites like Tootsies Orchid Lounge and Robert’s Western World, there’s a honky-tonk to suit every

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Detroit Is Back in a Big Way for Meetings and Events

Opened in 1926, the 38-story Book Tower was once Detroit’s tallest building and an early emblem of the city’s wealth and prestige. Fast forward to

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Why Charlotte, North Carolina, Is a Top Meetings Destination

Charlotte, North Carolina’s nickname is Queen City, and after wrapping a wildly successful 2024, it’s not a reach to stay the destination has risen

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A Transgender Event Planner Shares His Journey and Inclusion Tips

While transgender meeting and event planner Chase Brunson is very comfortable in the industry he’s in, he also realizes that meetings and events can

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Meetings and Conventions Thrive in Raleigh, N.C.

Raleigh, N.C., is a smart destination where big business, education and innovation intersect, particularly within our key industry sectors. The Visit

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4 Ways Phoenix Excels at Hosting Mega Events

Phoenix is an events powerhouse in every sense of the word. Recent mega events the city has hosted include the 2023 Super Bowl, 2024 NCAA Men’s

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Super Bowl LVII in Phoenix

A Breakdown of the Transformation of Business Event Travel Between 2022-2023

There’s no question that travel habits and attitudes have changed in the wake of the pandemic. The only constant, it seems, is change, and business

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3 Event Tech Trends to Watch in 2020

As we launch into a new decade, the meetings industry is on the cusp of transformative technology that will impact how business is conducted and how

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How VR, AR and 360 Video Drive Meeting Attendance

Looking for a cutting-edge technique to attract attendees to your event or property? Meeting professionals across the U.S. are going virtual—

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Flexibility and Safety on Display at Marriott Connect With Confidence Event

On November 9, Marriott International invited industry professionals to  The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner—located in northern Virginia not far

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A panel discussion at Marriott Connect With Confidence Event

Flexibility and Safety on Display at Marriott Connect With Confidence Event

On November 9, Marriott International invited industry professionals to  The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner—located in northern

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5 Tips for Preventing Heat-Related Illnesses at Outdoor Events

According to a recent report by the

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Hurricane Helene Updates: What Meeting and Event Planners Need to Know

*Editors Note: This story has been updated from its initial version published on September 26. Meetings Today is following this developing story

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All of Our IMEX America 2024 Event Coverage In One Place

The largest tradeshow for the meetings, events and incentive travel industries, IMEX America 2024 kicked off this week at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas,

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How to Host a Sustainable Event in Boston

While Boston might be famous for its history, meeting planners should note its progressive thinking around sustainability as the issue becomes more

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6 Ways Florida Meeting Planners Modified In-Person Programs During the Pandemic

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

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Trendsetter Tuesday: Why Bill Reed Believes Innovation is Vital to a Successful Event

 To celebrate our 2024 Meetings Trendsetters, Meetings Today has launched a new podcast series called "Trendsetter Tuesday," in order to learn

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Dallas Is a Powerful Place to Plan Meetings and Events

Dallas is a powerful place. A truly diverse and cosmopolitan city where you can plug in your meeting, your event, your wildest vision for success and

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What Are Hybrid Events—Really?

The pandemic didn’t create hybrid events—but it made them more valuable.  This new wave of dynamic, interactive, accessible events isn’t part

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