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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.

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Stage Presence

Regional theaters around the country might be an inexpensive source of on-site entertainment for meetings and events. For example, instead of a generic awards dinner, your attendees could enjoy a bespoke performance by a local company, tailored to your event's theme.

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Navigating the Shifting Sands

The current climate, marked by evolving policies and a dynamic communication landscape, presents a unique set of challenges for meeting and event planners. Much like brands navigating executive orders, meeting professionals must learn to maneuver through uncertainty.

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What this Year’s Oscars Teach Us About Hiring Speakers

When planning an event, securing a compelling speaker is paramount. Yet, the allure of "authenticity" often leads planners astray. Picture Adrien Brody at the Oscars, his spontaneous gum toss is a stark reminder that unfiltered self-expression, while perhaps memorable, isn't always professional.

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Art of the Deal?

Recent events, such as the Trump administration's tariff policies for Canada, Mexico, and China, and the meeting between President Trump and Ukraine's leader, Volodymyr Zelensky, provide valuable lessons for meeting and event planners.

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Forget Spreadsheets

The meeting and event planning landscape has undergone a dramatic transformation. Gone are the days of clunky spreadsheets and paper forms. In their place? Sleek, powerful event registration technology that's changing the game for planners and attendees alike.

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The Fantasy Economy

Experiences are taking center stage as the most coveted form of employee incentive. This shift reflects a broader cultural trend where fantasy, escapism, and immersive experiences are increasingly valued.

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New Year, New Resolutions

If you're having trouble coming up with some New Year resolutions on your own, I've taken the liberty of coming up with a few resolutions I think meeting and event planners should commit to in 2025. Feel free to adopt them.

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Forget Fruitcake!

The YES Network's thoughtful farewell gifts to their departing radio show hosts offer valuable lessons in corporate gifting, especially during the holiday season.

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Talking Turkey

As the dust settles on another bustling Thanksgiving travel season, the numbers reveal a striking reality: the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) screened over 3 million travelers on the Sunday following the holiday alone, setting a new record. Yet, amid this surge of consumer travelers, the meetings and events industry stands at a critical crossroads, grappling with the dual challenges of demand and disruption.