Sue Pelletier
13 Ways Event Organizers Can Leverage ChatGPT
Here are 13 ways event organizers can apply artificial intelligence technology such as ChatGPT to gain a competitive edge in today’s market.
IMEX America 2023 — Time to Start Planning
It’s never too soon to start mapping out your show plan for what many consider to be the must-attend show for event organizers.
Hotel Towels Go Luxe
Here’s what some chains are offering that make the term “hotel towel” a luxury rather than a basic amenity.
Survey: Key Meeting Metrics on the Rise
Key meeting metrics, from attendance to the number of events being planned to investment in meeting organizer teams, all are on the upswing.
Bipartisan Senate Bill Targets Hidden Hotel Fees
A new bipartisan Senate bill takes aim at “hidden” hotel fees and surcharges, with the goal of making them more transparent from the start.
Florida Losing Conventions; CVBs Respond
As more groups cancel or take Florida off their potential site list, CVBs are responding by pointing out that much of the damage from these moves will affect workers.
Inspiring the Next Generation of Meeting Planners
NYU's Ron Naples on how he approaches mentoring, educating and inspiring his students to choose meetings, events, incentives and hospitality as a career.
“Pseudo” Golf and Other Golf Trends
Golf is still at the fore for meetings and incentives—but golf events can be a little different than in the old days.
Questions to Ask to Avoid Surcharge Surprises
Questions to ask to avoid unwelcome surcharge surprises when it comes time to pay the final bill.
New AI Certificate Course
The new Enhancing Events with AI coming in August from the PCMA Event Leadership Institute is the organization’s most requested course ever.
Avoid Being Hit with Hidden Fees
Don't be surprised by those hotel fees that are “hidden” in plain sight — you just have to know where to look for them.
Human Trafficking Focus of AHLA’s New Advisory Council
Human trafficking has gained a new adversary in the AHLA Foundation’s inaugural No Room for Trafficking Advisory Council.
Sailing Away: 6 Things I Learned About Meeting Planning from Sailing in the Caribbean
Can changes in latitude bring changes in aptitude, at least when it comes to drawing the lines between what I learned from a recent sailing vacation in St. Vincent and the Grenadines and meeting planning? Yes, yes they can!
You Should Know About ELX, the Event Leaders Exchange
After a successful inaugural annual congress in February, the Event Leaders Exchange (ELX) is planning to hold the ELX Forum this fall during IMEX America in Las Vegas.
