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Smart Moves in Park City, New York City, Maui and More
Meeting professionals make industry moves at Black Rock Mountain Resort in Utah, The Fredericksburg Convention and Visitor Bureau in Texas, AWG Ambassador and more. The post Smart Moves in Park City, New York City, Maui and More appeared first on Smart Meetings.
5 Questions Every Planner Should Ask Before Booking an AI Speaker
Every conference wants one. Every association board is asking about it. And the speaker market has responded with hundreds of people who now call themselves "AI keynote speakers." Here are the five questions I'd ask if I were booking one. The post 5 Questions Every Planner Should Ask Before Booking…
Smart Start Radio: Coffee Chat—Trust Happens in the Room
What are you really building when you plan an event? In this episode of Smart Start Radio: Coffee Chat, Eming Piansay unpacks a simple but powerful idea inspired by a […] The post Smart Start Radio: Coffee Chat—Trust Happens in the Room appeared first on Smart Meetings.
What One Thing?—Originality Starts at the Origin
What does it really mean to be original? In this episode of What One Thing?, Sophia Abramchuk, founder of the Originate Institute, shares why the most powerful ideas are not […] The post What One Thing?—Originality Starts at the Origin appeared first on Smart Meetings.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Atlanta/College Park
When the FIFA World Cup comes to Atlanta on June 15, it will be one of the most-played host cities in the United States, hosting eight matches through June and […] The post FIFA World Cup 2026: Atlanta/College Park appeared first on Smart Meetings.
What’s Up With the New Tax on Live Events in Washington State?
Washington has passed a new tax law classifying event planning and production services as well as most “live presentations” as taxable retail sales. The post What’s Up With the New Tax on Live Events in Washington State? appeared first on Smart Meetings.
Where laid-back luxury meets meaningful meetings
It’s a truly exciting time for Philadelphia! Philadelphia will host WrestleMania 40 in 2024 and was recently selected as a FIFA World Cup Host City for the summer of 2026. These events will be added to the long list of world-class events Philadelphia has hosted including the NFL Draft, Republican…
New and Renovated: Redefining U.S. Hospitality
Across the United States, a wave of new hotel openings and transformative renovations is reshaping the hospitality landscape in 2026. The post New and Renovated: Redefining U.S. Hospitality appeared first on Smart Meetings.
Smart Moves in Palm Springs, Sonoma, Fredericksburg and More
Meeting professionals take on new industry roles in Palm Springs, Sonoma, Fredericksburg and more. The post Smart Moves in Palm Springs, Sonoma, Fredericksburg and More appeared first on Smart Meetings.
Bowling Together: Four Months of Ten Pin in Reno Tahoe
Although United States Bowling Congress (USBC) is a step beyond your Saturday recreational bowling with friends and family, its increase in participation over the years tells a story of increased interest in team sports and the events that highlight them. The post Bowling Together: Four Months of…
Special Report from Visit California’s International Team: The World Is Still Interested in Visiting
This year at Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center in Southern California’s Chula Vista, Visit California showed numbers looked like a cautionary tale, but there were some bright spots and some lessons for how to overcome some of the headwinds in the hurricane of headlines disrupting the sunny…
Smart Travel: Senate Vote Hopes to Ease TSA Delays, JetBlue Announces New Routes, World’s Longest Travel Path Opens and More
Planning smoother arrivals? A funding standoff is finally easing after weeks of TSA delays. Eyeing a European incentive? A legendary Venice hotel is stepping into its next chapter. Thinking about […] The post Smart Travel: Senate Vote Hopes to Ease TSA Delays, JetBlue Announces New Routes, World’s…
Wellness Experience Flexed Relationship Muscles
Smart Meetings Wellness Experience at The Monarch San Antonio, Curio Collection by Hilton defined what a conference that takes into account the physical and mental needs of participants could feel […] The post Wellness Experience Flexed Relationship Muscles appeared first on Smart Meetings.
Case Study: Inside Washington DC’s ‘Space Prom’
Held at Washington Hilton, the annual Dr. Robert H. Goddard Memorial Dinner gathers more than 2,000 leaders across government, aerospace and academia to honor innovation at the highest level. The post Case Study: Inside Washington DC’s ‘Space Prom’ appeared first on Smart Meetings.
Oakland Back in the Spotlight as Hometown Stars Boost Destination Buzz
Smart Meetings sat down with Visit Oakland President and CEO Peter Gamez to talk about the international buzz from recent Olympic- and Academy Award-related wins surrounding the city and what makes Oakland an appealing destination for meeting planners. The post Oakland Back in the Spotlight as…
Smart Women Rules: Five Leadership Lessons for Thriving, No Matter What’s Next
Editor’s note: This summary of the webinar transcript was created with the assistance of artificial intelligence. The meetings industry has always rewarded agility, but the last few years have demanded […] The post Smart Women Rules: Five Leadership Lessons for Thriving, No Matter What’s Next…
The Four Contract Clauses Every Planner Must Master
In this webinar Tyra Warner, JD, CMP, PhD, an associate professor and department chair of Hospitality and Tourism Management at the College of Coastal Georgia and Ginny Davito, founder and chief experience officer of Hotel Contracting Hub and founder of the venue sourcing and contract negotiation…
Case Study: A Milestone Celebration Designed to Overcome Anything
ASID Gather 2025 stayed on script thanks to a strong team The mission was to celebrate the milestone of a half century of American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) by […] The post Case Study: A Milestone Celebration Designed to Overcome Anything appeared first on Smart Meetings.
Sega and L.A. Live Partner Up
L.A. Live and Sega of America have announced a partnership between the two organizations to highlight the gaming and entertainment company in a city and venue known as one of the premier locations for entertainment. The post Sega and L.A. Live Partner Up appeared first on Smart Meetings.