The meetings industry, forever built on the foundation of face-to-face interaction, must now restate and reappraise its value proposition in a world where screens and cellphones rule our communications.

In an industry built on connection, networking is not a side activity — it’s the lifeblood of meetings and incentive programs.

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.

All too often, an event’s success comes down to a planning professional’s hard-earned experience telling them what will work and what won’t.

Many women in the meetings industry have unique career paths and share a common belief that hard work and creativity formed them into the planners they are today.

Career setbacks can shake the confidence of the most seasoned pro, but viewing them with the right perspective can help you stage your comeback much quicker.