Articles tagged “Strike”

Industry News

Dockworkers’ Strike Impact on Events: Supply Shortages and Higher Costs

The ongoing dockworkers' strike in the U.S. is disrupting operations at 36 ports nationwide, presenting a serious threat to the supply chain. Delays in receiving essential goods are likely to affect meetings and events.

Andrea Doyle | 2 months ago

Destinations

Las Vegas Hotel Strike Avoided

MGM, Caesars and Wynn have all reached tentative deals with the unions. The deal comes days before the city welcomes hundreds of thousands of Formula One fans.

Andrea Doyle | 1 year ago

Industry News

Hotel Strike Impacts Meetings in Southern California

Hospitality workers at 61 Southern California hotels are on strike, demanding higher pay and better benefits. Meetings are being severely impacted as groups try to navigate the challenging situation.

Andrea Doyle | 1 year ago

Industry News

Orange County Convention Center Strike Averted

Hundreds of workers employed by food services company Sodexo at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando who were ready to strike have reached an agreement that includes a historic minimum wage increase from $13 to $18 an hour and a pension.

Andrea Doyle | 2 years ago

Destinations

Convention Center Workers Prepare to Walk off the Job in 5 U.S. Cities

Sodexo convention center workers in five major meetings markets — Las Vegas, Orlando, Detroit, Sacramento, and New Orleans — are warning of possible strikes as early as December 1.

Andrea Doyle | 2 years ago