An Istanbul Immersion: Onsite at MPI's 2025 EMEC Event

Meetings Today's Tyler Davidson traveled to Istanbul, Turkey, to participate in MPI's European Meetings & Events Conference. Here's his fun,

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Hagia Sofia in Istanbul

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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Roger Ricard in a dark blue suit with a checked bow tie.

The Best Photos From SITE's 2025 Global Conference

More than 500 incentive travel professionals gathered at the Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo for

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You & AI: Creating Personalized Event Experiences

Adding a personal touch for each of your attendees at every event could be a full-time job, but we know that adding unique experiences is essential

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Game-Changing Developments in GOCAL: Sports, Entertainment and Meetings

GOCAL, the Southern California region between Los Angeles and Palm Springs with Ontario and Rancho Cucamonga at its well-connected core, is going big

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A street-view rendering of the Ontario Convention Center.

Changemakers: 6 Women's Journeys to Becoming Hotel General Managers

In an ever-changing world, there’s nothing more dangerous than holding onto a “that’s-just-the-way-it-is” mentality—especially when the way it is

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Changemakers: Six women's journeys to general manager

Big News in 2025 at Universal Orlando Resort

With a great amount of fanfare, Universal Epic Universe opens its gates to the world on May 22. Guests will be astonished to see a theme park like no

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Universal Orlando Resort

Where Innovation and Inspiration Meet

 There’s something different about meeting in Denver. It could be the 300 sunny days that make the city feel brighter. Maybe it’s the ever-

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Bill Hornbuckle Selected as National Chair of U.S. Travel Association

The U.S. Travel Association appointed President and CEO of MGM Resorts International William (Bill) J. Hornbuckle as the new national chair of its

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Bill Hornbuckle

ASAE Appoints Christopher Moore as Chief Learning and Meetings Officer

ASAE appointed Christopher Moore as the association’s new chief learning and meetings officer (CLMO). Moore will assume the role March 24 and is

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Christopher Moore

Why You Should Offer Mocktail Drink Options at Your Next Event

Attendees are drinking less than ever before, and with Gen Z overtaking Baby Boomers in the workforce in late 2023, meeting and event planners need

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How San Diego Is Becoming a Meetings Powerhouse

San Diego is renowned for many things: the pleasant weather, a laid-back vibe, ample outdoor spaces and a strong military history. But this SoCal

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ESPA Elects New President and Board Members

The Event Service Professionals Association (ESPA) elected Eric L. Logan as its new president at its annual conference in Louisville, Kentucky that

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Eric Logan

5 Remote Resorts That Foster Productive, Memorable and Unique Group Experiences

Post-pandemic attendee preferences have consistently put planners under pressure to find unique destinations and experiences for their groups that

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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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MPI EMEC Celebrates Istanbul's Crossroads of Culture

MPI's European Meetings & Events Conference (EMEC) kicked off February 22 in

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Photo of a Sufi dancer in a flowing white dress twirling on stage.

Leading With Heart: The Power of Empathy in Leadership

Season 6, Episode 2Guest: Reem Ismail, Clinical Practice Liaison, MSN, AGACNP-BC How can we lead with greater

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Visit Corpus Christi Names Brook Kaufman as New CEO

Visit Corpus Christi (Corpus Christi, Texas) has named Brook Kaufman as the organization’s new CEO, with Kaufman set to assume the role on or before

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Brook Kaufman

San Diego Is Upping Its Foodie Status—How Your Event Can Benefit

San Diego has long been famous for its coastal location and laid-back vibe—that’s part of its allure for meetings and conventions. Outdoor venues and

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Grilled Baja Oysters from Animae

Negotiating

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