All posts by Marlene Goldman

The adage everything is bigger in Texas is becoming even more profound for the meetings industry. Cities across the Lone Star State are expanding airports, and convention centers are introducing top-tier hotels, new fine dining establishments and other amenities.

Long gone are the days where wellness was an afterthought at a meeting or event. Today, health and wellness sit front and center for attendees, with an ever-expanding view of what wellness at a meeting can entail.

Becoming an independent corporate event planner can be both daunting and exhilarating. The role requires you to juggle a host of tasks to produce a seamless event.

Despite today’s uncertain economy and geopolitical challenges, destinations across the U.S. continue to invest in their meeting and convention offerings.

Whether you’re looking to boost employee motivation and strengthen team dynamics, or enhance brand prestige and client relationships, by creating an atmosphere that blends productivity and relaxation, luxury resorts provide the ultimate setting to do it all.

Faced with rising attendee expectations and increased competition for attention, planning an over-the-top meeting requires a combination of creativity, strategic thinking and bold ideas.

Las Vegas continues to pride itself as a premier destination for meetings and conventions, offering a seamless blend of business acumen and top-tier hospitality, which drives attendance.

A solid relationship between corporate planners and hospitality representatives is essential to success, and it goes far beyond a simple business transaction. It’s about trust, communication and an ability (and willingness) to solve problems in high-pressure situations.

With its easy accessibility and business-friendly climate, the state of Texas truly has all the ingredients you’re looking for as an event planner.

All indicators point toward significant challenges for association event planners this year, due to rising F&B costs.