The SMERF market: Defying travel trends during a pandemic
May 10, 2021
In tough economic times, destinations have come to rely on the Social, Military, Education, Religious and Fraternal (SMERF) market to keep business stable.
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The rules of virtual engagement: Author Q&A with Karin Reed and Joe Allen
May 8, 2021
While virtual events are standard in 2021, these technology-driven meetings still present a steep learning curve for meeting professionals whose jobs and lives were so driven by human interaction in the past.
Resorts offer fun in the sun at spectacular outdoor event spaces
May 8, 2021
Across the South, the weather is warm, many COVID-19 restrictions are lightened or altogether lifted, and in-person events are returning.
Crowdsourced “Meetings: Accomplished” dashboard displays key data about in-person events
May 5, 2021
Event management company Meeting Expectations launched crowdsourced dashboard Meetings: Accomplished to deliver high-level information about in-person events.
From classic favorites to new twists, resorts serve up signature F&B
May 3, 2021
When you think of a resort experience, your mental picture probably includes a picturesque landscape, play-all-day amenities, luxurious guest rooms, and sought-after meeting space.
Resorts also offer exquisitely unique culinary creations. Whether behind the bar or in the kitchen, resorts across the South have perfected the art of creative and …
Discover 12 destinations that WOW! event planners and attendees alike
April 20, 2021
Event planners are a well-traveled bunch, and they are no strangers to beautiful locales with top-tier amenities. But there are some places that make even this experienced crew stop and say “WOW!”
Breakout Session: Selina Mirza-Cooper
April 9, 2021
Selina Mirza-Cooper was pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish literature and international studies at Texas State University when she took a job as a secretary for the Texas Academy of Physicians.
“That is where it all started,” she said. “I fell in love with the idea of …
The Disney experience: The House of Mouse dazzles eventgoers
April 9, 2021
In 2018, a network marketing group asked meeting planner Brittney Skinner to book an incentive trip for its top sellers.
Corporate comeback: Live meetings poised for a return
April 5, 2021
Regardless of industry sector, it’s inevitable that some sort of corporate gathering will need to take place.
FYI: It’s time to analyze your ROI
March 16, 2021
There are plenty of goals for any corporate meeting: networking, building comradery, making a sale, exchanging ideas, and creating solutions.
