Safety and Security

Safety and Security

Exclusive: See Something, Say Something

Maritz’ Lisa Carcaci explains how meeting and hospitality professionals can help stop human trafficking — one event at a time.

Mega-Events Are Reshaping How Planners Evaluate Destinations

Teneo Hospitality Group President Jamie Bruce on why safety, flexibility, and city-wide readiness have become non-negotiables in site selection.

AI and Deceptive Content: What You Need to Know

As Generative AI creates new threats, find out what you need to keep your income and information out of the wrong hands.

One Sweet Ride for Business Travelers

The National Limousine Association has unveiled a quicker, safer and more convenient way to book transportation for your clients.

Visit Milwaukee Launches New Accessibility Hub

Visit Milwaukee has added an accessibility hub and adaptive events calendar to its website, designed for travelers of all abilities.

Business Travel Feels Riskier for Women

Corporate business travel is back, but women are concerned that they face greater safety risks than men while on the road.
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New Policy Aims to Deter Surgeons from Behaving Badly

The Society of Thoracic Surgeons aims to rein in disrespectful behavior at its meetings with a new Policy for Respectful Scholarly Discourse.
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Exclusive: Duty of Care in a Dangerous World

Industry attorney Joshua Grimes tackles how planners need to think about duty of care in an increasingly perilous environment.

Meeting Security: An Issue for 2025?

Following the Dec. 4 shooting of a UnitedHealthCare CEO, some planners, and their client companies, are rethinking security strategies.
Severe weather is increasingly disrupting travel.

Travel Best Practices When Severe Weather Strikes

Travel management professionals may not be the best first call when severe weather disrupts air travel.

MPI Offers Support to Members Impacted by Hurricane Helene

Meeting Professionals International (MPI) is supporting members facing financial hardships after Hurricane Helene.
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Attendees Coming From Europe? Keep These 5 Things In Mind

Planners with attendees coming from Europe have a special set of concerns, from visa delays to ensuring GDPR compliance.
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The World’s 15 Safest Countries and Cities

Travel insurance provider Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection (BHTP) has announced the findings of its Safest Destinations report.

Cruise Ship, Charter Flights Aid Evacuation of Americans from Israel

In just a week, the conversation has shifted from, “Should Americans still go to Israel?” to “How can we get Americans out of Israel?”