Talking Points: A conversation with meetings consultant Victoria Matey
January 6, 2024
When it comes to the science of meeting and event planning, few professionals look at it more literally than Victoria Matey.
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The rise in hobby sports and activities has spawned new groups and gatherings
January 6, 2024
Hobbies are booming. The pandemic lockdown led many to take up new hobby sports and activities—or re-engage with old interests.
Game Plan: Get your team in action with these winning recreation ideas
November 15, 2023
All work and no play make meetings a dull day. Teambuilding and wellness have become essential to any agenda, and incorporating recreational opportunities provides both.
Chart-topping venues: Music-infused spots to keep your meetings humming
November 8, 2023
Music makes everything better. Across the South, venues hum with music history, culture, and live performances, setting the stage for harmonious meetings and events.
Tune in to these musical destinations to set your group on the beatin’ path
November 6, 2023
The pulse of the South beats with musical destinations of international stature and influence. Rock and country, bluegrass and hip hop are just a few of the sounds coursing through the blood of these lyrical cities.
The Dreamer-in-Chief reflects on HeartSong, home, and hair: A conversation with country music star Dolly Parton
November 2, 2023
Dolly Parton needs no introduction. That may be a good thing because her introduction could go on forever.
Southern cities that are trending and on the rise
October 16, 2023
The planning world is constantly evolving. The resurgence of live gatherings has opened the door to new venues, breathed new life into classic spaces, and thrust Southern cities into the spotlight. These trending spots aren’t just growing, they’re thriving. Here’s a look at some of the South’s hip venues and …
Fall 2023 State of the Industry Report: A look where the industry is and where it’s heading
October 12, 2023
The state of the industry is strong, with a consensus that the outlook for meetings and events is bright.
What you need to know before negotiating contracts: A conversation with industry veteran Joan Eisenstodt
October 10, 2023
Joan Eisenstodt wears a lot of hats: consultant, educator, expert witness, entrepreneur.
No passport required: Explore the world through international festivals in the South
October 10, 2023
International festivals celebrate America’s melting pot of cultures. Whether the mood calls for sampling German beer, dining on an Italian feast, soaking in Scottish heritage, mamboing to mariachi music, or tangling with sumo wrestlers, you’ll find it at events throughout the South.
