Over the years, food waste solutions in meetings and events have evolved from simply asking attendees to be mindful to more innovative practices.

These industry-leading destinations earn their way atop the list of planners nationwide.

Those association executives who hold the CAE certification are recognized as having attained a high level of professional achievement.

Disability experts say that, increasingly, some destinations are going above and beyond ADA requirements to become more welcoming — and they’re using it to attract meeting and convention business.

As today’s tradeshows continue to evolve, meeting planners are having to reevaluate what makes a tradeshow a success.

No matter your philosophy, if you think a speaker standing behind a podium addressing your group will keep tech-savvy, TikTok-watching attendees’ attention, think again

The American melting pot consists of many ingredients. It’s what gives our nation depth, character and diversity. With so many different kinds of people, how do association meeting planners manage diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) within their meetings and events environments?

Meetings technology is an ever-evolving menu of apps and platforms, systems and options designed for a faster, better, safer experience for all involved — from planners and attendees to speakers, entertainers and association executives. Rapid evolvement begs the question: Do we forget old tech and go with something new, or stick with the tried-and-true?

In the association world, ensuring an event or meeting is successful is paramount to the organization’s bottom line. In fact, focusing on event return on investment (ROI) is critical for association planners because events are often an association’s biggest marketing tactic — helping to engage members, grow their membership, increase renewals and so much more.

Optimism reigned in 2022, as in-person meetings and events again took their place as the preferred method to network and learn. While hybrid and virtual meetings serve their own purpose, everyone agrees that nothing can replace face-to-face gatherings.