Meeting Planner Resources

Meeting Planner Resources

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5 Wellness Destinations for 2019 Meetings

Check out these five wellness destinations throughout the U.S. that serve up a healthy dose of fitness, nutrition and relaxation.
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Craziest 2019 Travel Tech, Starting With Robot Valets

Some of BCD Travel's craziest 2019 travel tech predictions range from space travel to airport robot valets to Alexa tracking your flight.
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Meetings Matter Because We Matter to Each Other

During the holiday season, we are reminded—and invited—to recognize the value and significance of family, friends and coworkers.
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The Best Winter Team-Building Experiences That Break the Ice

Check out these five winter team-building experiences that ensure successful ice breaking at events.
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Consider These Insider F&B Tips from Banquet Chefs

While meeting planners need to keep up with the times, banquet chefs have your back. Here are six insider F&B tips from banquet chefs across the continent.
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AccorHotels Partners With CSRconnections

AccorHotels partners with CSRconnections for a new turnkey program that streamlines the giveback experience for groups.
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Prepping Attendees With Dietary Needs for International Travel

For those suffering from autoimmune diseases and other strict dietary concerns, jet lag and foreign food can quickly become a nightmare.

3 Ways IACC Innovated Meetings Design in 2018

2018 was a busy year for IACC, a group comprised of the top 1 percent of small- and medium-size meeting venues worldwide.
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Q&A: Meeting Planners Unite On Healthcare Coverage, New Partnerships

Not even a year old and Meeting Planners Unite is offering healthcare to its independent meeting planner members.
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Here’s What People Hate About Meetings

There are many things people hate about meetings, and most of them have to do with the people in the room.
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How Laughter, Mindfulness & Edutainment Engage Attendees

Here's how meeting planners can use laughter, mindfulness and edutainment to build more attendee loyalty and interaction at events.
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5 Days of Cocktails for Holiday Events

These holiday-themed cocktails provide a bit of inspiration for meeting planners looking to shake up their events this year.
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One of the Most Stressful Jobs? Meeting Planning!

Every year, lists of the most stressful jobs include meeting and event planners. So we asked some of our favorite planners what stresses them out the most.
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How Women Can Negotiate Their Way to Equal Pay

Exactly why do women get paid less than men, and what ways can they negotiate their way to equal pay?