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The right theme can set the mood and elevate an event – but stay away from cliché.

The thousands of details that go into managing meetings can quickly spiral out of control. These strategies will help you avoid information overload and stay on track.

360 Destination Group and CSI DMC are merging, creating one of the largest destination management companies in the U.S. Are more deals on the horizon?

The Trump Administration's recent actions have incentive company CEOs wondering what’s next.

As policy shifts create challenges for business events, Nicola Kastner, CEO of the Event Leaders Exchange, has voiced her concerns on LinkedIn. The industry response she has received highlights the need for advocacy to protect in-person gatherings.

Federal layoffs are sending shockwaves through the government meetings sector, leading to widespread event cancellations and millions in lost hotel revenue. The ripple effects extend beyond hotels to meeting planners, sourcing companies, and event tech firms who rely on steady government business.

We asked the people who know best — meeting planners who are perennially on the road — which under-the-seat rollerbags they prefer. 

These thoughts, tips and tricks, straight from industry leaders, will stop you from getting left behind in the AI revolution.

HumanX's move puts it next door to the companies defining AI's future, not just talking about it. The scheduling shift also avoids future date conflicts with SXSW.

With car break-ins surging in some U.S. cities, business event planners must now consider parking lot safety as part of their site selection and contract process. 

Houston, Austin, Dallas, and Fort Worth have embarked on a host of convention center projects. The hope is that they will help these cities attract more groups in today’s competitive convention market. 

Planners need to visit the hotels they’re considering, but suppliers say they shouldn’t expect to be wined and dined — or to stay for days.