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The Z: 6 Tips to Make Networking Less Awkward

Tips and Trends | June 17, 2024

Make networking feel more natural by taking into consideration these tips and tricks from Graziano the next time you’re in a new group of people. Read more...

7 Big Ideas for Adding Wellness to Your Events

Tips and Trends | June 17, 2024

After introducing a “wellness menu” last fall, Caesars Entertainment walked the talk at its inaugural Global Wellness Summit. Read more...

What Breaks Through to Distracted Attendees

Tips and Trends | June 17, 2024

According to a survey of marketing executives done in conjunction with the debut of Amex GBT M&E’s Experience Studio, events need great content and the right technologies, among other elements. Read more...

F&B Trend: An Elevated Focus on Mocktails

Tips and Trends | June 13, 2024

To add variety to no-alcohol and low-alcohol beverage options, Loews Hotels introduces its Free Spirited program. Read more...

Mike Dominguez on 7 Economic Trends in the Year Ahead

Tips and Trends | March 18, 2024

A host of economic forces at home and abroad are creating a new narrative for meetings and events, says industry leader Mike Dominguez. Read more...

Event Catering on a Budget: How to Save Money on Event Catering

Tips and Trends | March 18, 2024

Event catering is likely one of your largest costs, but it’s also where you have the most leeway. Here are 25 surefire ways to save money on event catering. Read more...

A Guide to the Most Commonly Used Meetings and Events Industry Acronyms

Tips and Trends | March 18, 2024

Let’s face it: We work in an industry that’s an “alphabet soup” of acronyms and initialisms. We love us some catchy, if sometimes opaque, abbreviations! Read more...

10 Ways to Create Events for Introverts

Tips and Trends | March 18, 2024

From clear communication to built-in breaks to low-pressure conversation starters, here are some ways to accommodate different personality types at your next gathering. Read more...

Why Hotels Are Saying Goodbye to Plastic Key Cards

Tips and Trends | March 18, 2024

“Every small step adds up” Read more...

7 Top Event Trends to Watch Out for in 2024

Tips and Trends | February 19, 2024

What’s the hot new conference destination this year? Is pickleball still popular for team building? Here, trend-setting event profs weigh in on what will define the industry in 2024. Read more...

What Will Be the Biggest Travel Trends of 2024?

Tips and Trends | December 13, 2023

There’s no doubt that 2023 was a busy year for travel. But will that business remain in 2024? The experts at Allianz Partners USA believe that emerging travel trends will only keep the number of travelers increasing in the new year. Read more...

Food for Thought: 4 Association-Event F&B Recommendations

Tips and Trends | December 13, 2023

It’s a real trick to find a balance between satisfying attendees’ dietary needs and delighting them with local items and interesting presentation, all while minimizing an event’s carbon footprint. Here are 4 tips for planners. Read more...