Meeting Planner Resources

Meeting Planner Resources

speakers

Speakers for a Post-Pandemic World

. Now that we’re coming back to in-person events, what’s changed — and what hasn’t — when it comes to speakers?
flight tracker

Flight Trackers: Our 5 Favorites

Flight-tracking apps and web sites abound — here’s our pick for some of the best flight trackers.

Incentive Industry Firsts with Pearl Markarian

With more than 50 years in the incentive business, Pearl Markarian has stories to tell and wisdom to share.
SHP

RCMA Helps Kids Sleep in Heavenly Peace

Participants at the Religious Conference Management Association annual conference's Sleep in Heavenly Peace CSR program learned a whole new meaning for the phrase, “put heads in beds.”
Relais & Châteaux announced an ambitious sustainability action plan.

Relais & Châteaux Sustainability Report: A Roadmap for Environmental Action

The Relais & Châteaux report, "In Search of Hospitality in Harmony With the Natural World," sets ambitious goals and objectives for 2025 and 2030.

ChatGPT Is Great for Events (Sort of)

ChatGPT, the latest artificial intelligence chatbot, offers a lot of time- and labor-saving advantages for meeting and events professionals. But it’s not without issues.
The Incentive Research Foundation 2023 Trends Report cites challenges and opportunities

IRF 2023 Trends Report: Challenges Ahead

The IRF 2023 Trends Report sees incentive program opportunities despite economic and supplier issues.
event tech

Top Tech Trends for 2023

How will tech tools impact the meetings industry over the next 12 months? A new report from ExpoPlatform breaks it down.
sailing charters

4 Myths About Sailing Charters

Dream Yacht Worldwide, one of the world’s leading ocean tourism companies, clears up a few misconceptions about sailing charters.
SITE

SITE to Celebrate 50th Anniversary in NYC

SITE, the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence, is bringing its signature Global Conference back to New York City to celebrate the organization’s 50th anniversary.
incentive

25-Year Incentive Pro: One-of-a-Kind Trips Are Back

One-of-a-kind travel incentives are back in a big way now that the pandemic is waning, says Kevin Devanney of Incentive Travel Solutions.
Marriott's Instant Booking tool allows streamlined booking for small meetings.

Marriott Makes it Easy to Book Small Meetings

Marriott has launched a simplified way for planners to search, source and book sleeping rooms and meeting space for small groups.
FICP Education Committee

Prevue Editor Named to 2023 FICP Education Committee

Prevue is pleased to announce that Barbara Scofidio, Editor of Prevue and Curator of Prevue's Visionary Summit Series, will continue her role for another year as a member of the FICP Education Committee.
cancellation insurance

Destinations International to Offer Event Cancellation Insurance

Destinations International recently launched event cancellation insurance and risk management policy options.