Site Selection

Choosing the Best Speaker

Know your objectives, your budget and your expectations before the starting the search for the right speaker. [...] Read more

Tourney Time

Amateur and club sports events are fun for the fans and healthy for their host cities. [...] Read more

Q&A: David Stephens, Chief Executive Officer, PrimeTime Sports

PrimeTime Sports has grown from staging youth basketball events in Texas to producing about 180 events annually. [...] Read more

Negotiations: Convention Center Contracts

Know what you want before you begin the negotiating process and stick to it. [...] Read more

Green Meetings: The Starting Point

There are lots of resources to help you plan more sustainable meetings, but few are on the same page. Here’s how you can start the green planning process. [...] Read more

Visual Dynamics

When choosing the right space for your event, design elements are crucial. [...] Read more

back-to-basics-site-selection

The site selection process has adapted to the short-term scheduling of meetings, budgetary cuts and technological advancements. While technology can assist with some site research, knowledge of your meeting’s history and current objectives will provide the greatest guidance. These seven key components can help you match a site to your needs. [...] Read more

Many planners do not fully realize, nor adequately utilize, the services a CVB offers, many of which are free of charge. For planners who do not have adequate internal staff to assist with their meeting, or for non-profit or volunteer events that do not have full-time planning support, CVBs can become an extension of your team, saving you time and money. [...] Read more