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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.

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Strange Bedfellows

When their room inventory ran out, the organizers and attendees of the 2024 UN Biodiversity Conference (COP16) in Cali, Columbia had a romantic rendezvous with resourcefulness. Many of the overflow the only accommodations left in the city: "love motels."

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Unseen Heroes: Share Your Inspiring Event Stories

Meeting and event planners are the unseen heroes behind every successful gathering, transforming visions into reality with their creativity, dedication, and unwavering commitment to excellence. Now, it's your time to shine. We're calling on event professionals everywhere to share their most inspiring stories.

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From Sneaking Seats to Corporate Treats

Sports stadiums and arenas are increasingly tapping into the corporate event market. In fact, at the recent IMEX America, nine major league teams held a press conference to let the attendees aware of their new initiative to introduce their venues to the corporate market.

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The Rise of Hacking and How to Fight Back

Credit card hacking is a frustrating and scary experience for all victims, but especially for meeting and event planners who often must pay for goods and services with a credit card. It's important to understand why it's happening so frequently.