Pro tips for venue sourcing and contract negotiations
May 16, 2026
Strong relationships help planners secure the right venues and score key concessions for events
Tag Archives: Meeting Planners
Opal Collection launches new “Experiences” content for meeting planners
March 31, 2024
Opal Collection has launched several curated “Experiences,” including volunteering and teambuilding activities.
The ties that bind: Planners and CVBs share the secrets of building and maintaining a positive relationship
March 8, 2024
If the pandemic taught us anything, it is that relationships matter. Humans were not meant to go it alone, and connecting is important—personally and professionally.
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.
Keeping attendee data secure in a digital world: A conversation with Jill Joerling Blood, lead legal counsel, Maritz Global Events
March 10, 2023
As state laws aimed at securing consumers’ personal information proliferate, planners need to stay abreast of legal cybersecurity requirements.
How to forge a successful relationship: CVBs and planners share their expertise
March 17, 2022
Successful event planning lies in the details. Filling in those details is a team sport that starts with strong relationships between planners and CVBs.
Associated Luxury Hotels International joins forces with Delos to create healthier meetings
November 15, 2021
Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI) has joined forces with Delos, a wellness and real estate technology company, to develop a wellness accreditation program for meeting planners.
Guest column: Five steps to prepare your event for severe weather
September 8, 2021
The quickly changing climate affects us all, and planning for severe weather is becoming a basic requirement for the success of any business.
How meeting planners, destinations, and venues are working through the global pandemic
May 8, 2020
COVID-19, commonly referred to as the coronavirus, has swept its way around the world, interrupting all aspects of industry and society.
