All posts by Zach Chouteau

The cruise industry has witnessed a radical transformation — a sea change, if you will — positioning itself not merely as a leisure alternative, but as a sophisticated logistical solution for the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions sector.

Across the nation, an impressive group of women is reshaping the visitor economy — taking a new approach to destination storytelling, spearheading billion-dollar development initiatives and crafting brand identities that resonate globally.

As the meetings industry continues to reinvent itself, the legal framework surrounding it has become even more essential.

Effective association leadership isn’t a one-size-fits-all matter. In reaching out to some of today’s most accomplished association leaders, we found that a variety of traits and approaches can spell out success.

Can a work-life balance still be achieved for both meeting planners and attendees to find time to step away from AI and iPhones and reduce stress without impacting productivity?

Remember when a ‘sustainable event’ meant putting out some recycling bins at your cocktail reception and having hotel cleaning staff only launder towels upon request? The times certainly have changed, and though it might not seem quite so easy being green these days, the possibilities – and the payoffs – are endless.

While inclusivity may mean different things to various groups and planners, it is clearly an essential element of a truly successful event.

In these uncertain times, expecting the unexpected has never been so crucial for meeting planners.

The meetings and events industry has always been a dynamic one, but today’s environment is one of unprecedented shifts.

Arizona can be a study in contrasts for association groups planning an event — renowned for its outdoor wonders and adventures but also home to the most-populous state capitol in the nation and endless urban enticements.