Planner Resources

Maritz Acquires Convention Data Services
St. Louis-based Maritz, a prominent player in the meetings and events management sector, has solidified its position with the acquisition of Convention Data Services (CDS) from Freeman. The deal, finalized on July 1st, brings together two industry veterans with a shared dedication to the evolving events landscape.

Convene Debuts Event Space Expansion
Convene, a global hospitality company that designs and manages premium meeting, event, and flexible office space, celebrates its newly expanded venue at 101 Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan. The expansion is in direct response to growing demand for professional meetings and events up to 200 guests.

Colorado’s Premier Meetings and Events Trade Show Returns
On March 26-27, more than 1,000 meetings and events industry planners and suppliers from all over North America will gather at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver for two days of networking, trade show appointments and education at the 2024 Meetings Industry Council (MIC) of Colorado Educational Conference and Trade Show.