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Open Space Meetings
Wednesday, Mar 10
Designed to tap into that creative collective energy that a group of people can produce, Open Space Technology is a popular option to liven up ..read more
Convention Selection
Wednesday, Mar 10
Detroit, Pittsburgh, Cincinatti — the economy has surprising destinations popping up as convention cities for associations. ..read more
Q&A: Smart Stuff
Tuesday, Mar 9Pam Donahoo, executive director of America Mensa, shares insight into planning an annual convention for a wide-range of ages, ethnicities and even eccentricities. ..read more
The Zen of Citywides
Tuesday, Mar 9
Successful citywides result from an optimum alignment of what a city offers and what the planners need. It’s almost as if the meeting and the city become one. The venue’s great attractions are integrated into ..read more
Eye candy for convention-goers
Monday, Jan 11
Smart and stylish, these convention halls bring rewards for both the mind and ..read more
Get ready — H1N1 is here
Friday, Nov 6
Not sure what H1N1 means when it comes to your meeting? Join the crowd. While news reports seem to spread panic about the pandemic, the Center for Disease Control and medical experts advise a calmer, ..read more
Canceled! Or is it?
Thursday, Oct 15
With revenue down, many companies and organizations are cutting back on their meetings and events calendars. Online services and social media tools are helping reduce or eliminate cancellation and attrition fees by rebooking or reselling ..read more
Look Who Wants Your Business Now!
Wednesday, Sep 9
Here’s the good news: Luxury resorts have joined the discount battle, offering low rates, eliminating attrition fees and adding freebies in an effort to attract whatever meetings there are in a shrinking ..read more
Driving attendance at conventions: What makes members want to come?
Wednesday, Jul 22
What are the factors that encourage the members of service and fraternal organizations to attend conventions? Meeting planners offer numerous points of agreement, but there were many exceptions, unique situations and especially creative approaches, ..read more
Contract Challenges
Wednesday, Jul 22
It’s a roller coaster out there — from the state of the U.S. economy and financial markets to the plethora of special deals being offered by the hospitality and travel industries. Barbara Dunn helps us ..read more
