7 Ways to Deliver Authenticity and Adventure

7 Ways to Deliver Authenticity and Adventure

May 07, 2024

Gone are the days of fly-in, fly-out meetings and events. Attendees no longer want to stay within the bubble of their hotel room or a conference venue. Instead, they want to break out and explore. Curated in partnership with the Arizona Office of Tourism, here are seven ways to create authentic event experiences in tune with local nature, culture, and history. -Arizona Office of Tourism
Tourism Diversity Matters Picks Up the Pieces

Tourism Diversity Matters Picks Up the Pieces

May 07, 2024

Tourism Diversity Matters was roiled by a workplace bullying scandal at the end of February. In an effort to repair the damage, the nonprofit has appointed noted DEI expert Hattie Hill as its interim CEO. -Andrea Doyle
Bonnie Grant: Bridging Life Sciences and Hospitality

Bonnie Grant: Bridging Life Sciences and Hospitality

May 06, 2024

Bonnie Grant is promoting Philadelphia as a premier host of life sciences meetings by showcasing unique destination opportunities. -Miguel Neves
Industry Associations Forge Together

Industry Associations Forge Together

May 06, 2024

The International Association of Exhibitions and Events and UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, have signed a memorandum of understanding to re-establish a regular exchange between the two. -Andrea Doyle
MCI Group Seeks U.S. Growth:  Insights from CEO Sebastien Tondeur

MCI Group Seeks U.S. Growth:  Insights from CEO Sebastien Tondeur

May 03, 2024

Getting into the mind of MCI Group CEO Sebastien Tondeur provides a compelling insight into the company's strategic direction and the evolving landscape of the events industry. -Miguel Neves
Destination Brief: Detroit’s Tech-Driven Revolution Raises the Bar for Meetings

Destination Brief: Detroit’s Tech-Driven Revolution Raises the Bar for Meetings

May 02, 2024

Detroit has a solid reputation as the center of the U.S. automotive industry, but did you know that it's also a leader across multiple high-tech sectors, including electric vehicles? Thanks to these advancements and top-notch meetings infrastructure, Detroit is emerging as a top contender for conferences and business events of all kinds. -Visit Detroit
7 Ways to Deliver a Better Attendee Experience at Coastal Meetings

7 Ways to Deliver a Better Attendee Experience at Coastal Meetings

May 01, 2024

Coastal destinations offer the perfect blend of business and leisure for an enhanced event experience, as exemplified by Fort Myers – Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods, a coastal area in Southwest Florida ready to take your meetings and events to the next level. -Fort Myers – Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods
Event Tech News Roundup – April 2024

Event Tech News Roundup – April 2024

May 01, 2024

In the event tech world, April featured two acquisitions, several product updates and partnership and sadly, one closure and one divestment. -Miguel Neves
Meeting Professionals React to FTC Noncompete Ban

Meeting Professionals React to FTC Noncompete Ban

May 01, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission has voted to ban employers from using noncompete clauses. Such a ban could affect tens of millions of workers, meeting professionals included. -Andrea Doyle
How Conferences Are Failing Their Attendees

How Conferences Are Failing Their Attendees

Apr 30, 2024

Logistics are important when planning conferences but often overshadow what most are in the room for, content. -Andrea Doyle