With the return of in-person events on the rise, people are excited to immerse themselves back into their pre-pandemic routines. However, events as we know it have changed and will continue to evolve. Amongst change comes the need for flexibility to adapt to today's new normals. How can events accommodate guests as in-person gatherings begin to resume with the COVID-19 in mind? READ MORE

Meetings and events best practices applied with flexibility and empathy will help planners and suppliers ensure the best win win outcome through these continuing challenging economic conditions. Staying focused on stakeholder objectives while working closely across the functional areas of the operation, hotel salespeople will test their skills and creativity. It is important to remember the foundation while being mindful of all possible outcomes. READ MORE

As the travel industry rebuilds, group and business travel will be slow to return, but destination marketing organizations (DMOs) are invaluable partners for hotels looking to attract meeting and conference planners again. Understanding how DMOs are working for hotel partners is key to ensure both entities cooperate efficiently in achieving a shared goal: keeping business travelers interested in their destination. READ MORE

As we return to in-person group meetings while still navigating the challenges of an ongoing global pandemic, "Six Keys to Group Meeting Success," highlights important areas of focus for event venues and group meeting planners to consider. The article stresses the importance of technology, safety, clarity, flexibility, creativity, and hospitality as valuable tools to ensure a continued safe and successful return to live events. READ MORE

Intuitively, it is in the nature of mankind to seek certainty, but this will always be a philosophical vice. Uncertainty fuels debate and becomes the perfect playground for self-appointed visionaries. In this article, Conor Kenny looks forward at what might or might not be for the future for meetings as we once knew them. To have a sense and belief in certainty, first we have to doubt it. Only then can we develop a rationale. This article will look at why the meetings business, whichever way, will change. That is for certain. READ MORE