A Medical Meetings Expert’s Take on New Challenges Facing That Industry Segment

A new year—and most notably, a new U.S. presidential administration—are set to impact medical/pharma meetings, but as is typical in a meetings

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Why California Is Unlike Any Other State for Meetings

When it comes to convening in California, Visit California CEO Caroline Beteta calls it a place of “endless possibilities.”With 12 incredibly diverse

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Hilton West Palm Beach Partners With Theater

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.Hilton West Palm

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How Baton Rouge Can Give Your Meeting an Authentic Louisiana Experience

When you think of Louisiana, you might immediately think of New Orleans—and for good reason, as the iconic party city bursts with personality,

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PCMA Names Bruce MacMillan to Executive Leadership Team

Former MPI CEO Bruce MacMillan will join PCMA as chief marketing officer

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A ‘Welcome’ Collaboration

Event planners know all too well the power of first impressions. So when the opportunity arose to submit bids for the 2016 Democratic National

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Venues and Activities Only in Charlotte, North Carolina

When one big city opens a successful new attraction, every other big city wants to follow suit by welcoming a franchise of its own. The increase

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Lee Papa Shares Tips on Dealing With Stress at Meetings

Mindfulness speaker and trainer Lee Papa teaches meeting planners how to cope with stress and practice better self-care in the Mindfulness Lounge

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First New French Quarter Hotel in Over 50 Years and 3 Other New Southern Hotels

Stay up to date on the latest venue openings and property renovations, including these found in the South.Louisiana  With its opening

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AmEx Meetings Research Explores Risk Mitigation

NEW YORKNew research released by American Express Meetings & Events explores risk mitigation, including areas where lack of business controls,

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MPI Reveals New Membership Levels at WEC

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J.MPI’s World Education Congress (WEC) is underway at Harrah’s Atlantic City Waterfront Conference Center, with the

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How to Smash the Hierarchy in Corporate Meetings

Planning and executing a meeting that mixes attendees across job titles and organizational seniority levels adds an extra layer to the myriad of

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Baton Rouge and Shreveport offer an abundance of off-sites

The Louisiana cities of Baton Rouge and Shreveport are poised to accommodate a variety of group events, as each destination boasts a strong lineup of

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Colorado Convention Center Expansion Highlights: Big and Small

Since its opening in 1990 in the heart of downtown Denver, the

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Harley-Davidson Museum Revs Up for Expansion and Other Midwest Renovations

Stay up to date on the latest venue openings and property renovations, including these found in the Midwest. Illinois  Formerly

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Virginia’s Culinary Traditions Create Comforting Connections

As the birthplace of the American wine industry and a nationally dominant agricultural and seafood producer, Virginia’s culinary roots run deep.

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DoubleDutch Launches Engagement Platform

DoubleDutch launched its new Live Engagement Platform, which is purpose-built to

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Planner’s Perspective: Katey Pease Talks Atlanta Meetings

Katey Pease is vice president of business development with the National Tour Association (

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Birmingham gets creative with off-site arts venues

A world-class museum, beautiful gardens, exciting performing arts venue, science-based attraction, storied theater and historic home are all part of

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Quirk Hotel Gets Creative With Meetings

RICHMOND, Va.Quirk Hotel, A Destination Hotel, announced six new uniquely

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