Articles tagged “law”

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.

In December, a new paid leave law spearheaded by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson was amended with convention goers in mind. The Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance (ECA) was one of the organizations involved in making this happen, and its local focus will continue this year.

Since joining Maritz Global Events in 2017, Jill Blood has tackled everything from international privacy laws to the legality of renting blimps. Blood's artful navigation of the legal middle ground is as thrilling as it is crucial.

Sharing a venue with a polarizing group or a rival corporation can cause all sorts of issues. But how can planners avoid it?