Independent Life: Independent Event Planners Must Clearly Define Their Market Position

Who was the first person to walk on the Moon? Neil Armstrong. Who was the first person to fly over the Atlantic Ocean in a plane? Charles Lindbergh.

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4 Tips for Event Planners to Use Essential Oils at Home to Find Inspiration or Unwind

The health benefits believed to come from essential oils can be traced to ancient history, when they were first used to improve the health of

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Maui, Molokai and Lanai's event essence lies within local culture

Engaging, participatory experiences that delve deep into Hawaii’s traditions and natural wonders are a large part of the reason those attending

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Third Space Atlanta a hip kitchen space for events

The Third Space, a hip new option for planners looking for a culinary team-building

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SoCal Resort Adds Event Space with $160M Expansion

VALLEY CENTER, Calif. Harrah’s Rincon Casino & Resort, located on the Rincon Reservation in northeast San Diego County, will unveil its

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Culinary Trends Add Spice to Asian Incentive Events

Asia is home to some of the world’s favorite cuisines. That makes it a natural to want to include authentic local flavors when incentive winners

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Whole Earth Calculator app reduces your event's environmental footprint

Tech expert, conference speaker and frequent Meetings Focus webinar presenter James Spellos recently helped launch the Whole Earth Calculator app,

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Huge Changes for Orlando Resort Include Ample New Event Space

ORLANDO, FLWyndham Orlando Resort on International Drive has announced its new name, Wyndham Orlando Resort International Drive , which accompanies a

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Super Bowl Hosts Minneapolis, Bloomington and Saint Paul Team Up on Events

Reflective of the end-game excitement of this year’s Super Bowl LII was the preparation and execution of the big game’s hosts:

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Poconos’ Mohegan Sun Adds Hotel, Event Space

WILKES-BARRE, Pa. Pennsylvania's first casino will become the fourth one in the state to include a hotel. Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs will break

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Reintroducing Knoxville: A Growing Southeastern Convention Destination

Knoxville, Tennessee, may not be the state’s biggest city, but don’t count it out for meetings and conventions of all sizes. The city, which is

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Industry Leader Joan Eisenstodt Announces ‘Retirement’

After a meetings industry career that has lasted nearly 50 years, Joan Eisenstodt announced she is dramatically scaling back her work.Like many in

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Engagement Without Barriers: How CEMA 2024 Wove in Inclusivity

The Corporate Event Marketing Association’s (CEMA) Summit, held August 4-6 in Seattle, set a new benchmark for intentional inclusivity, something we

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Meeting Planners Unite Changes Name, Continues to Fight for Independent Event Planners

Meeting Planners Unite, the consortium of independent third-party meeting planning companies and suppliers formed to resist the Marriott

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InterContinental Chicago O’Hare Adding Event Space

InterContinental Chicago O’Hare is building an additional 80,000 square feet of meeting space. The hotel includes 556 rooms, 42 suites and

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How Visit Raleigh Stepped Up Its Services for Planners During COVID-19

While it may be tempting for DMOs to hide their figurative heads in the sand because of the severe impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on their

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Las Vegas Tech Sure to Amaze and Engage Attendees

Las Vegas is a destination that never grows old, with massive new resort-casinos and entertainment district developments pushing the limits of what’s

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New Venues, Hotels and Accessibility Initiatives Across MidAmerica

IllinoisA new private event space from Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is now open in downtown Chicago. Located in Chicago’s River North

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On Demand Webinar: Is Your Event Feedback Providing Actionable Insights?

Aired March 11, 2020 Presented by Brian Ludwig  

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Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood and the Valleys opens the door to fresh-air events

The Los Angeles area is blessed with universal, omnipresent sunshine. To reap the benefits of such a locale, planners have plenty of outdoor options

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