Vince Alonzo

Old Buildings, New Tricks

Across the United States, a compelling trend is reshaping urban landscapes: the repurposing of iconic, often historic buildings into vibrant dining halls and event venues. This adaptive reuse not only breathes new life into these architectural landmarks but also transforms them into dynamic social and culinary hubs, driving urban revitalization in their respective cities.

Las Vegas Tees Up Convention Attendee-Only Golf Perks

Swingers Las Vegas – the adults-only, over-the-top crazy golf club inside Mandalay Bay just launched a fun perk for meetings and conventions attendees that might make their tradeshow badges the hottest accessory on The Strip.

Rollin’ In Style

When it comes to selecting the best carry-on luggage for your travels in 2025, several top-rated options cater to different preferences and needs. Here's a curated list of standout carry-on suitcases for the overhead bin and under your seat.

10 Ways to Optimize YouTube For Event Success

Lights, camera, engagement — a YouTube guide for meeting planners Whether you’re orchestrating corporate conferences or planning elaborate trade shows optimizing your YouTube channel can set you apart in a crowded market. It isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s a strategic asset for attracting attendees, showcasing experiences, and proving ROI. Think of your YouTube channel as […]

SITE NITE at IMEX Frankfurt

SITE (Society for Incentive Travel Excellence) brought together a record-breaking 500 incentive travel professionals for a night of meaningful connections, celebration, and cultural exchange at SITE NITE Europe 2025, held the night before the start of IMEX Frankfurt.

New Tech Partnership Turns Speakers Into Marketing Tools

A recent partnership between Sessionboard, a leading speaker and content management platform, and InGo, a referral-based event marketing solution, offers a promising solution by integrating speaker management with social-driven event promotion.

Border Wars

Is international travel to the United States really in free fall? For the meetings and events industry—an ecosystem that thrives on international collaboration and cross-border attendance—the answer isn’t just academic. It’s existential.

Incentive Case Study — How a Disney Name Badge Became a Recognition Award

In companies with a deeply ingrained culture of recognition, even simple, everyday items can transcend their functional purpose to become powerful symbols of appreciation and belonging. Even something as commonplace as an employee name tag can take on a meaning that far exceeds its basic function.

Meetings Industry Events Calendar

The job of planning meetings and events never stops, but your leading industry associations are here to help via a full year of industry events filled with educational and networking opportunities. We’ve compiled a list of the most important ones for you to keep on your radar when deciding where to travel for the remainder of this year.

Hilton Revamps Its EventReady Playbook

Hilton is doubling down on its commitment to empower planners with the reintroduction of its enhanced EventReady Playbook. The hospitality giant is providing a suite of updated tools and resources to help organizers craft impactful and memorable experiences.

Dress Codes That Work: A Practical Playbook for Planners

If you plan meetings, you already manage a hundred tiny levers that shape attendee experience—room sets, AV, flow, wayfinding, F&B. Dress codes are one more lever. Done well, they enhance professionalism, comfort, and culture; done poorly, they confuse, exclude, or clash with global expectations.

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