Monica Compton, CMP

ContributorMeeting Fundamentals: Expert tips on F&B, programs and careersmcompton@pinnacleprod.com
Principles of Professionalism

Acting with integrity and honesty can keep you and your organization out of the headlines. [...] Read more

GSA story highlights importance of ROI

Planners should analyze the final outcome through a detailed review of the budget and understand the expected return on a meeting. [...] Read more

How to Plan a Hybrid Meeting

A step-by-step guide to the sometimes scary world of virtual meetings. [...] Read more

Planning Fundamentals: Managing Your Room Block

As the economy improves, rates are rising, and it’s becoming more strategic to tightly manage your room block, mitigate attrition and get the best possible concessions. [...] Read more

Your Personal Timeline: Staying on Track

Meeting planners are experts at time-management when it comes to meetings and events, but what about planning our own schedules? [...] Read more

Room Setups: Matching Meeting Content Is Crucial

Once meeting objectives are determined, room setups can be determined by three principles. [...] Read more

International Understanding

These essential guidelines help international planners develop a different skill set.
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The Vital Ingredient: F&B

A brief history and the current state of the art of food and beverage.
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Marketplace presenter, Monica Compton, previews her education sessions. [...] Read more

Managing Group Transportation

A smooth ride or a broken-down bus, transportation sticks in planners’ minds after the event. [...] Read more