The Unique Allure of Florida's Panhandle for Meetings

Florida’s Panhandle—often simply referred to as “The Panhandle,” or the “Emerald Coast”—is an utterly unique region that blends Southern charm with

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Marriott International Survey Reveals Emerging Trends for CALA Meetings and Events in 2025

 As the meetings and events industry continues to evolve, planners are increasingly looking to the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) for fresh

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Where to Cultivate Connections Over Cuisine in Central Illinois

As an essential component of all meetings and events, food has the potential to be more than just fuel.On the surface, organizing F&B at an event

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Ardor Breads & Provisions, Peoria

Future-Focused Leadership: Balancing Today’s Needs With Tomorrow’s Vision

 Season 5, Episode 12 Guest: Jason Dunn, CEO, National Coalition of Black Meeting ProfessionalsAre

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4 Major Reasons Festive Fort Lauderdale Is Coming Into Its Own

Always ready to host a party, Fort Lauderdale is definitely in a celebratory mood via the opening of the Pier Sixty-Six hotel/meetings/entertainment

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Joyce Leveston Appointed CEO of New York’s Javits Convention Center

The New York Convention Center Operating Cooperation (NYCCOC) appointed Joyce Leveston as the new CEO of the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center after

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The Las Vegas Meetings and Events Momentum Isn't Slowing Down

My first IMEX America 2024 meeting this October was an early Smart Monday conversation on property with Tony Yousfi, chief sales officer at Venetian

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Former Meetings Today Editor Co-Authors Quirky Cape Cod Guidebook

Former Meetings Today editor and longtime meetings industry trade journalist Maria Lenhart has co-written a new book that delves into the deep

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Using AI to Plan, Expand and Measure Your Events

By 2025, AI applications will be an essential tool on every event planner's desktop. From advanced search capabilities beyond traditional engines to

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Live From PCMA CL 2025: Maritz CEO on Incentive Trends and More

What are “channel incentives” and why are they important to get right, both for your incentive program attendees and client base?Tyler Davidson

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Veteran Meetings Trade Editor Maria Lenhart's Quirky New Cape Cod Guidebook

Cape Cod is a destination that has been home to or frequented by some of the most influential people in U.S. culture, from literary lions like Kurt

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How to Host Memorable Events in Frisco, Texas

 In this episode of the Meetings Today podcast, Senior Content Director Danielle LeBreck speaks with Lisa Bethea, director of destination

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New Orleans Is Using the Super Bowl as a Springboard to Meetings Success

The Super Bowl is one of the most high-profile events on Earth, and 2025 host city

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Caribe Royale Orlando Resort & Convention Center

Last year, the big news at the AAA Four Diamond Caribe Royale Orlando was the $140 million investment on a total resort reimagining. All 1,217 one-

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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 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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How Phoenix Is Going Big on Sports Meetings and More!

Visit Phoenix is spiking the ball in the end zone via the launching of its Phoenix Sports and Events Commission, hoping to build on its success

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Social Sustainability: The Next Wave of Diversity & Inclusion

Social sustainability is at the heart of impactful and inclusive event design, offering opportunities to advance global priorities such as reduced

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Trendsetter Tuesday: Where Does Javier Cano Find the Time to Be So Awesome and Inspiring?

Native Los Angeleno Javier Cano wears many hats, from overseeing 10 hotels in Greater Los Angeles, including LA LIVE’s JW Marriott and The Ritz-

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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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