Spark Editors
3 Tech Trends to Take Over Meetings in 2017
Face recognition systems are already available to determine someone’s gender, age, ethnicity and even mood.
Why Mindful Meetings Are the Next Big Thing
"Meditation experts suggest that the most ideal time to meditate is post-workout."
My Advice to the Future Generation Is…
"Steve Jobs—truth be told—was only strong at a few things (mega-strong) and was very wise to always surround himself with people that could see and do things he couldn't."
3 Technical Tools to Put in Your Meeting Design Toolbox
The microphone is designed to enhance audience engagement because it can be tossed from participant to participant, creating more interactions.
3 Simple Ways to Create More Welcoming, Diverse Events
Here are three simple ways to make your event more welcoming for LGBT and minority attendees.
Enhance Event Personalization Using Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
At the very core, attendees have basic human needs that need to be satisfied before moving to the next step.
I Have Anticipated Diversity By…
In this What I Know, industry professionals discuss how they've anticipated diversity.
San Diego Marriott’s Millennial Committee Engages Younger Attendees
"We created a small honeybee safe haven located on our South Tower’s third-floor rooftop."
Stay Relevant: How to Keep Your Event from Melting
Keep your event from melting by addressing three key meeting elements: attendance, enthusiasm and exciting topics.
How Mentoring Events Can Shape the Future of Meetings
Forming a mentor-mentee partnership can be beneficial to both parties.
How Meeting Planners Can Accommodate LGBT Tourism
"We recommend that meeting planners speak directly to potential host hotels about their experiences with LGBT groups and the diversity training their staff has had to ensure a high comfort level for attendees."
The Power of Swag: How to Successfully Incorporate Branding at Events
"If you’re a technology company, why give out lollipops or a tin of paper clips? Event giveaways should be relevant to both your company and your audience."
The Most Creative Event I Have Ever Produced Was…
In this meeting planner confession, planners share their most creative events to date.
Why Las Vegas Appeals to LGBT Attendees
Las Vegas is one of the key destinations with dedicated staff working to attract and serve LGBT meetings and events.
