Vince Alonzo
A Brief History of Corporate Gifting at Events
From ancient traders to modern e-gifting, the practice corporate gifting has been around longer than you might think.
Potato, Patahto
When it comes to choosing event management technology, suppliers and vendors must peel away the jargon to get to a place where they can have a serious conversation about the real issue.
A Toast to the Future
Like the many new fun and forward-thinking innovations that they reflect, this cocktail recipe guide's selection of future-ready aperitifs are well-worth keeping on the tip of your attendees tongues going forward!
Cvent and Maestro Partnership Streamlines Room Block Management
Cvent, an industry-leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider, in partnership with Maestro PMS, has announced an integration between Cvent’s room block management system, Cvent Passkey, and Maestro’s leading all-in-one Property Management System solution. Together these technologies are driving engagement with planners and attendees via direct room booking and upgrade options.
Can Your Attendees Pack a Week’s Wardrobe in a Carry-On?
Here are seven packing tips planners can send their attendees to help them to fit everything they'll need for the event into one carry-on. Come to think of it, planners should follow these tips as well.
Las Vegas-to-California Bullet Train Breaks Ground
Brightline West officially broke ground on the nation's first true high-speed rail system which will connect Las Vegas to Southern California making it easier for meetings and events groups to travel between the two destinations.
IRF Study Explores AI Opportunities For Incentives
The Incentive Research Foundation (IRF) has released a study to help incentive professionals understand the capabilities, explore the possibilities, and find out how the industry is currently using artificial intelligence. Providing an overview of how industry professionals are using AI, the study suggests first steps with the technology and provides use cases that can enable current users to further harness the power of AI.
How to Build Budgets for Incentive and Recognition Programs
Incentive awards and recognition programs are separate strategies with different goals. They require separate budgets. Here is a primer for both.
IAAC Creates Platform for Experiential Venues
International Association of Conference Centers (IACC) redefines the future of events with innovative new membership category for venues that specialize in experiential offerings, IACC aims to connect meeting planners with the most innovative and cutting-edge event spaces.
The Clock is Ticking
Earth Day is an annual event celebrated on April 22nd that focuses on environmental protection. It started in 1970 as a way to raise awareness about the environment and has grown into a large global movement. Earth Day is now celebrated in over 193 countries by an estimated 1 billion people. According to the UN Climate Chief, we need an effort of that magnitude.
