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Tips & Trends

Tips of the Trade - Arlene Sheff

Saving money on food and beverage functions takes a bit of creativity and strategy...or just follow what experienced planners have already figured out. Guests eat less during receptions if thei...

Kudos - Virginia Beach CVB

The Virginia Beach CVB established a new corporate social responsibilty (CSR) program, offering groups a variety of ways to get involved in the commun...

Recent Blogs

When hotels eliminate services...

Eisenstodt Joan

You explained your group's needs to the hotel in a thorough RFP. You did a site inspection to ensure that what you saw on the web site and what was provided in a proposal were what you'd receive....Read full story »

Need your meeting ‘summarized’? I’ve got your guy!

Zachary Chouteau

Dale Irvin has trademarked himself the Professional Summarizer, and I have to believe he’s the best in the biz. Okay, he’s possibly the only one in the biz, but if you’re hosting a c...Read full story »

Risks and Rewards: Crowd Sourcing an Event for 30,000 People

Elizabeth Glau, CMP

Have you thought about giving up more control of your conference? What is holding you back? There is no guarantee your attendees will achieve their goals and objectives, even if you continue to plan y...Read full story »

Destination Close-Ups

Close-Up: Memphis

More Coverage7 Spectacular Off-Sites - Close-up MemphisCVB Contact - Close-up Memphis It is impossible to escape the rich musical history that has made Memphis famous, but the “Home of Blues” and the...

Meetings Topics

International Meetings
More CoverageTake 10: International Meetings: Preparation Is Key With the unstoppable force of globalization, chances are good that the meeting planner of the future will need to plan meetings in inte...
Food & Beverage
The best way to a group’s heart just may be through its stomach. And Maryland packs a lot of flavor into a relatively small state, with an evolving culinary scene that provides myriad options fo...
Team Building
No wonder Las Vegas is America’s leading trade show destination and global visitor magnet. With seductions up and down the Strip and in resurgent downtown, “Sin City” is the ultimate...
International Meetings
Ancient land of saints and scholars, the Emerald Isle casts a magic spell with its uniquely green landscapes, centuries-old cities and soaring sea cliffs. While less enchanting times past contributed ...
Attractions
As a progressive college town bolstered by a strong creative arts landscape, it’s not surprising that Madison, Wis., is home to a number of top-notch museums and galleries. What might surprise s...

Webinars

F&B and Other Budget Tips

06.26.2013 • 12:00 PM CT

Hybrid Meetings: A Planner's Checklist

07.31.2013 • 12:00 PM CT

Going Global: Planning Meetings Abroad

08.28.2013 • 12:00 PM CT

Sustainability: Green Meetings Measurement

09.25.2013 • 12:00 PM CT

Innovative CVB Services

10.30.2013 • 12:00 PM CT

Contracts: The Basics

11.06.2013 • 12:00 PM CT

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Going Places

Bambi Bryant named director of leisure sales for Turtle Bay Resort on Oahu's North Shore. Bryant ...
The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club announced two additions to its sales team, as Charles Mullins...
Jay Marsh was appointed regional director of sales for the Dallas CVB. Based in Washington, D.C., ...

Gifts & Gadgets

Lightweight Illumination

Making PowerPoint and video presentations in foreign countries and in unfamiliar conference rooms can be a hassle, but the process was made easier (and lighter) with the introduction of 3M’s Mob...

Hot Feet

If you’re going to be standing in the cold for a long time prepping for an event, keep your toes toasty with some heated insoles that can be cha...

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