Vince Alonzo
Unplugged
New research shows that most people regardless of their age are burned out on the internet and and social media. In fact, many would welcome the chance to return to a time when those things didn’t even exist.
The Power of Mentorship
Having a mentor can be incredibly valuable for both full- and part-time planners, across various stages of their careers.
Top of the World — Colorado Convention Center Completes Expansion
Last month, hundreds of dignitaries gathered to celebrate the completion of the Colorado Convention Center (CCC) Expansion Project, signaling to the global convention industry that the facility is now open for business.
Is It Time for Attendees to Mask-Up Again?
COVID-19 activity is currently high. COVID-19 infections, hospitalizations, and deaths have increased in recent weeks. JN.1 may be intensifying the spread of COVID-19 this winter.
Cvent Acquisitions Help Sales and Marketing Teams Improve Trade Show Performance
Cvent, an industry-leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider, has acquired Jifflenow, a leading B2B 1:1 and group appointments scheduling solution and iCapture, an award-winning lead capture solution.
AI Bootcamp for Meeting Planners
Reposite and MPI Academy Collaborate to Launch an AI Certificate for Event Planners Reposite, an AI-powered meeting and event planning tool, is excited to announce a collaboration with MPI Academy, an in-person, on-demand and streaming education platform offered by Meeting Professionals International (MPI), to introduce the highly anticipated “AI-Enhanced Event Professional certificate.” This program aims […]
Pool Party
One thing resorts offer meeting attendees that they can't get in New York City is a relaxing poolside reception. But that's about to change.
New Florida Keys Eco-Experience Connects Groups to Environment
Attendees can discover the island chain’s unique eco-attractions by using the free Florida Keys Eco-Experience Trail Pass.
From Boomers to GenZ, Which Incentives Work Best? A New Study Has the Answer
A new study by Incentive Research Foundation (IRF), Generational Expectations of Incentives, examines the changing priorities of this workforce and which types of incentives and rewards motivate early, mid, and late career employees.
Future Tense
As we begin the new year it's natural to look forward to the future. Right now there are a number of issues on the horizon that are causing concern for a lot of people. One of the biggies is the emergence of AI and the effect it will have on the workplace.
