Inspiration
Comfortable, No-Hassle Attire: Planners’ New Wardrobe
Both on site and at industry events, comfy, slip-on and wrinkle-free attire is the way to go.
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Event Design
Hyatt’s New Customer-Centric Approach to Meetings
Together by Hyatt takes the hotel company’s commitment to care to another level, helping planners save time on planning and accomplish their goals, like creating more sustainable meetings.
Impact
Meetings With Meaning: An Introductory Guide to Harnessing the Positive Impacts of Meetings and Events
This report, produced in partnership with the IMEX Group, explores the concept of impact and how to ensure meetings and events are catalysts for change.
Industry News
Sotheby’s and Marriott Partner to Auction Off Exclusive Travel Experiences
Sotheby’s and Marriott have teamed up to auction off two high-end travel experiences. With bidding closing soon, are these exclusive packages extraordinary enough to attract the VIPs they are aimed at?
Industry News
Hotel Strikes Impacting Conferences in Hawaii
The University of Hawai’i moved its 700-person summit from Hilton Hawaiian Village, where it has been held for the last 10 years, to its campus due to the hotel workers' strike.
Event Management
Hotel Fees Planners Hate the Most
Destination charges. Administrative fees. Water excise taxes. Hotel fees can add 30 to 40% to a meeting budget.
Event Design
14 Ways to Upgrade Your Awards Program
Your awards program could benefit from a refresh to stay competitive and relevant. Here are 14 ways to help revitalize it.
Technology
How to Level Up Your Sales Kickoffs
Sales kickoffs (SKOs) start the engine for a productive year. Securing the right technology partner can ensure they reach their maximum potential and drive growth.
Podcast
Rethinking Next-Gen Events
For an event to be memorable for younger-generation attendees, it must be meaningful and authentic—not just creative.
Destinations
The Neverending Fam Scammer Nightmare
As long as there have been fams, there have been fam scammers. They’re a costly nuisance that the industry can’t seem to get under control.
Event Design
Beyond the Mocktail: 10 Planners Share Their Favorite Healthy Alternatives
Mocktails have been getting a bad rap lately because of all that sugar. Here are some creative alternatives for non-drinking attendees, from kombucha kegs to a water sommelier.
Industry News
Cvent’s Spending Streak Continues with Splash Acquisition
Cvent has acquired event marketing technology company Splash, the event technology giant’s fourth acquisition this year.