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

The Diplomat Beach Resort Reimagines Coastal Luxury

Nestled between Miami and Fort Lauderdale on Hollywood’s iconic beachfront, The Diplomat Beach Resort is preparing to launch an exciting new chapter

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Director with 30 Years of Experience Returns to Pennsylvania Convention Center Authority

The Pennsylvania Convention Center Authority (PCCA) announced that Stephanie Mays-Boyd will return to PCCA as director of external affairs.  

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Stephanie Mays-Boyd

Four Seasons Paris Remodels Guest Rooms and Marriott Resort Debuts in Vietnam

FranceParis’ Four Seasons Hotel George V rolled out renovations for the first

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Podcast: IMEX’s Tahira Endean on Her New Book and the Importance of Joy at Events

On this episode of the Meetings Today podcast, our own Taylor Smith talks with Tahira Endean, head of program at IMEX, about her new book released at

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4 Questions for a Veteran Conference Services Director

Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa in Bonita Springs, Florida, has named Heather Eubank director of events. She is responsible for leading a

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Heather Eubank - Director of Events at Hyatt Regency Coconut Point

The Inner Work: Shaping Leadership Through Reflection and Resilience

Season 6, Episode 9 DetailsFeatured Guest: Sasha Saladziak, Director of National Special Events, Live Nation Canada

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Taking Off: Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama, Balance Work and Play

The “bleisure” buzzword that had meeting planners questioning its meaning not so long ago has now earned itself a permanent place in planner

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Trends in Convention Center Design, Amenities and Experiences

In August 2024, ASM Global, the operator of more than 80 convention centers, merged with Legends Hospitality, the manager of more than 350 stadiums,

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Major Investments Lift Palm Beach and Treasure Coast Hotels and Experiences

Palm Beach development has long been associated with Henry Flagler, who built The Breakers hotel in 1896 and East Coast Railroad that transported

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Croquet Lawn, The Boca Raton

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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Tariff Talk With Voices in Advocacy's Roger Rickard

The threat by the Trump Administration to levy significant tariffs against three of the biggest trading partners of the U.S. became reality March 4,

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Freeman's Bob Priest-Heck on His New 'Inside Live Events' Book

 Former Freeman Company CEO Bob Priest-Heck has helmed one the largest events companies in the world, collecting a vast reservoir of knowledge

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Toronto Goes All In For Groups

As the dominant engine of Canada’s economy, the metropolitan Toronto area accounts for 20% of the national economic output, and 52% in the province

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How Austin’s Convention Center Expansion Will Flex the Texas Capital’s Meetings Muscles

A longtime meetings favorite due to its world-class live music scene and thriving technology industry,

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Rendering of exterior of Austin Convention Center expansion.

Recycle, Rebuild and Restore With the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana

Since the 1930s, Louisiana has lost an estimated 2,000 square miles of coastline, according to the

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Oyster Shell Recycling Program with the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana

Houston’s Mission-Driven Master Plan for Future Meetings and Conventions

In 2024, Houston First Corporation (HFC), the city’s destination marketing organization (DMO), hit a group hot streak, hosting 604 meetings and

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Meetings Today LIVE! Corporate/Incentive Showcases Los Cabos Luxury

Nearly 80 attendees traveled to Los Cabos, Mexico, for the Meetings Today LIVE! Corporate/Incentive hosted-buyer event October 19-22, ready to build

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Meetings Today LIVE! Corporate/Incentive attendees at the Welcome Reception on Sunday at Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos' Wind Terrace.

Convene Portfolio Announces New Hospitality Group

Convene Hospitality Group made its debut September 16 as the new parent company uniting Convene and etc.venues.Convene Hospitality Group said the

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Reno-Tahoe Is Welcoming Major Resort and Event Venue Additions

The Reno-Tahoe region is a standout meetings and events destination due to the phenomenal scenery and outdoor activities afforded by both sides of

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