AC&F Industry News

  & The Future is Now! Cincinnati is transforming the future of meetings with an $800 million investment in its Downtown Convention District. It all starts in November with the grand opening of the Elm Street Plaza, a fully programmable, customizable two-acre outdoor space perfect for events and activations. January 2026 marks the reopening of […]

  Fort Myers’ islands, beaches and neighborhoods offer an immersive meeting experience. Attendees love our vibrant neighborhoods, historic landmarks, serene beaches, and lush parks. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a large event, we can accommodate it thanks to 230,000 total square feet of meeting space and more than 12,000 hotel rooms. Learn more […]

  Welcome to Anaheim, where ANY event is THE event! Don’t miss out on all the excitement headed our way, start planning your next meeting today. To learn more visit www.visitanaheim.org/meetings/.

  At the heart of Denver is the Colorado Convention Center, featuring state-of-the-art facilities and breathtaking mountain views. With over 2 million square feet of flexible meeting space, it can accommodate events of any size. To learn more about Denver and the Colorado Convention Center visit www.denver.org/meetings.

  The award-winning Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) welcomes meeting and event planners, exhibitors and attendees to Miami Beach and Miami. Reimagined following a $640-million-dollar renovation, the MBCC provides a world-class, state-of-the-art event venue for exceptional conferences, conventions, tradeshows, and meetings. A LEED Silver certified green building, the venue includes a magnificent Grand Ballroom, 500,000 […]

  Named the number one International Meeting Destination in the U.S. by the International Congress & Convention Association, Boston is ready to welcome you! Famous for its hospitality and friendly spirit, Greater Boston is one of the premier meeting destinations in the United States. Known as the “Athens of America,” Boston’s renowned medical and educational […]

Industry is currently being influenced by generational workforce trends and continued growth of AI adoption Washington, D.C. – Global DMC Partners (GDP), the world’s largest network of independent destination management companies (DMCs) and specialized event service providers, has released its Q3 2025 Meetings & Events Pulse Survey, revealing what is top of mind for today’s […]

San Antonio, Texas – The Hyatt Mid-Size Convention Alliance, a collection of more than a dozen premier downtown and convention hotels between 500 and 1,000 guestrooms throughout the United States, announces an exclusive program to help planners book their 2025-2029 functions. “We are thrilled to provide a collection of unmatched meeting hotels working together to […]

Louisville, KY – The Kentucky Exposition Center announced the selection of Oak View Group (OVG), the global leader in live event venue development, management, premium hospitality services, and 360-degree solutions, as its exclusive food and beverage provider. The partnership ushers in a new era for the Kentucky Exposition Center, one focused on innovation, local partnerships, […]

  The future of large-scale conventions has arrived. The LEED-Gold-Certified 550,000-sf CAESARS FORUM — an architectural marvel reimagining the landscape of Las Vegas event destinations. The 100,000-square-foot outdoor FORUM PLAZA was constructed for truly grand affairs, while the world’s two largest pillarless ballrooms accommodate up to 10,000 attendees. An unparalleled experience awaits you and your […]