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Meetings and Events Industry News

News, interviews, and coverage of the meetings and events industry, from in-person events to hybrid events to online events.

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Panels Don’t Work — Or Do They?

Most panels are a waste of time. A shame, as they can be highly productive when planned with intent.

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Event Legacies: Two Case Studies Reveal Path to Success

Sometimes, there’s no better way to get a firm grasp on industry best practices than to learn from case studies. Here are two Danish congresses that reveal the best ways to approach event legacies from beginning to end.

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Banning the Boycott, or Not

This year, more anti-LGBTQ bills are brewing in the U.S. than ever before. While boycotting may seem morally logical, new LGBTQ+ meetings and hospitality association Global Diversity Alliance, encourages planners to seek other alternatives.

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Leadership Shake-Up at U.S. Travel

U.S. Travel Association is restructuring and, in its wake, has created a new position to increase group travel to the United States. Ishma Haider, director of convention marketing at Visit Orlando, will assume this new role.

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Marsha Flanagan Takes Helm at IAEE

The International Association of Exhibitions and Events has its first permanent woman president and CEO in its 95-year history.

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RingCentral Events Hits the Market, Built on Hopin Tech

RingCentral's savvy acquisition of Hopin's main assets could prove a shrewd investment. With a new pricing structure, fresh approach to customer data and some handy AI enhancements, RingCentral Events is now ready for the spotlight.

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3 Ways to Make the Most of Your Convention Center

Convention centers may already be the top venue choice for many events, but they can be so much more than just the practical default option. Discover three ways to leverage your venue partnership for an unforgettable event experience.

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Hotels and Events: Negotiating The Best Terms

Don’t be fooled by generic concessions and terms offered by hotels. Having the right negotiating strategy will save time and money.

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True Partnership

Eventgroove CEO Lance Trebesch believes in building great client relations through clear and fair pricing. He sees future events as sustainable, tech-augmented gatherings.

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Las Vegas Hotel Strike Avoided

MGM Resorts International and Caesars Entertainment have reached tentative deals with the Las Vegas Culinary and Bartenders Unions. The deal comes days before the city welcomes hundreds of thousands of Formula One fans.

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