Meeting Planner Resources

Meeting Planner Resources

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.
The Community Factory co-founders believe

How Community Connections Build Audience Engagement

Co-Founders of The Community Factory Nicole Osibodu and Liz Lathan say an unstructured approach to meetings and events is the secret to attendee ROI.
PCMA

10 Things PCMA Did Right

The entire industry looks to PCMA's Convening Leaders for fresh ideas and leadership—and this year's event did not disappoint.
Carolyn Browning, CMP, CMM on takeaways from the Event Accessibility Strategist Course

Accessibility at Events: 5 Top Tips

Carolyn Browning CMP, CMM, HMCC, shares takeaways from the Event Accessibility Strategist course.
Kelly Bishop, founder and chief positivity officer, Wellevate Experiencesd

The Wellness Journey: A New Playbook for Planners

Certified Wellness Counselor Kelly Bishop, CMM, CMP, introduces Wellevate Experiences for attendee wellbeing and positivity.

Playful F&B to Start the Year

Why not start off 2023 with some fun F&B, whether it's a smoky cocktail or a scoop of purple ice cream?