October/November 2026
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Cover Story A Half Century of Incentive Business Success By

When I started the business, I wanted to build a company that I’d want to work for. That meant having a strong set of values that everyone would understand and live by.

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Smart Planning Can Prevent Onstage Surprises By

At any major conference or incentive event, the keynote is more than a tentpole moment — it’s a symbolic centerpiece that sets tone, frames purpose and often becomes the most talked-about element of the entire program.

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For senior executives in particular, wellness and business performance are becoming increasingly intertwined.

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If AI can deliver the summary, the information and the takeaways without requiring someone to travel a far distance to enter the ballroom, the live event has to deliver something else.

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Ways to Attract & Retain Sponsors By

While virtual events that emerged during the pandemic introduced more granular engagement data, today’s event sponsors have largely shifted spend back to in-person events with higher expectations around lead quality and measurable outcomes.

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How Expert Planners Build Networks That Actually Work By

Networking isn’t a task to check off or a transaction we make. It’s a consistent practice, a mindset and a commitment to curiosity, generosity and presence.

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The Best of the Best CVBs, Hotels, Resorts & Conference Centers By

Celebrating the Best of the Best CVBs, Hotels, Resorts and Conference Centers.

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Maximizing Budgets & Delivering Big Impact By

How do meeting professionals design and produce successful events when their budgets are smaller than anticipated? With intention.

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Destinations

The comprehensive meeting and convention planner guide to Anaheim, CA.

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Perspective
Measurable Returns Are Not Keeping Pace By

In the corporate and incentive travel, meetings management and association events sectors, AI investment is accelerating as organizations seek to optimize planning, personalize attendee experiences and improve operational efficiency.

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A 90-Day Plan to Make the Most Out of Your Hires By

Sales hiring is getting harder, and candidate pools are getting smaller. Once you’ve made your hiring selection, it’s incumbent upon you to make the most out of that hire.

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October/November 2026
issue
Cover Story A Half Century of Incentive Business Success By

When I started the business, I wanted to build a company that I’d want to work for. That meant having a strong set of values that everyone would understand and live by.

Full Story
Features
Smart Planning Can Prevent Onstage Surprises By

At any major conference or incentive event, the keynote is more than a tentpole moment — it’s a symbolic centerpiece that sets tone, frames purpose and often becomes the most talked-about element of the entire program.

Full Story

For senior executives in particular, wellness and business performance are becoming increasingly intertwined.

Full Story

If AI can deliver the summary, the information and the takeaways without requiring someone to travel a far distance to enter the ballroom, the live event has to deliver something else.

Full Story
Ways to Attract & Retain Sponsors By

While virtual events that emerged during the pandemic introduced more granular engagement data, today’s event sponsors have largely shifted spend back to in-person events with higher expectations around lead quality and measurable outcomes.

Full Story
How Expert Planners Build Networks That Actually Work By

Networking isn’t a task to check off or a transaction we make. It’s a consistent practice, a mindset and a commitment to curiosity, generosity and presence.

Full Story
The Best of the Best CVBs, Hotels, Resorts & Conference Centers By

Celebrating the Best of the Best CVBs, Hotels, Resorts and Conference Centers.

Full Story
Maximizing Budgets & Delivering Big Impact By

How do meeting professionals design and produce successful events when their budgets are smaller than anticipated? With intention.

Full Story
Destinations

The comprehensive meeting and convention planner guide to Anaheim, CA.

Full Story
Perspective
Measurable Returns Are Not Keeping Pace By

In the corporate and incentive travel, meetings management and association events sectors, AI investment is accelerating as organizations seek to optimize planning, personalize attendee experiences and improve operational efficiency.

Full Story
A 90-Day Plan to Make the Most Out of Your Hires By

Sales hiring is getting harder, and candidate pools are getting smaller. Once you’ve made your hiring selection, it’s incumbent upon you to make the most out of that hire.

Full Story
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