Meeting Trends for 2021
Benchmark points to 12 top meeting trends for 2021—from meeting outdoors to team bonding—using intel from its own hotels.
Inspiration for International Women’s Day
In honor of International Women's Day on March 8, we have compiled some of our most inspiring articles for you.
WINiT Names Top 50 Women in Travel
“These women have been selected in part for their dedication to reaching a hand out to help other women rise in the industry as well.”
24-Hour Fundraiser for EventWell & Event Planner Mental Health
On March 3, there will be a 24-hour global live-streamed vodcast to build awareness of mental health challenges faced by event pros and to raise funds for EventWell.
3 New Meeting Industry Leaders
2021 has brought us three new meeting industry leaders: Aoife Delaney at SITE, Kari Vrba at the IRF and Suzanne Neufang at GBTA.
Shrinking Coronavirus Numbers Inspire Optimism
Daily coronavirus numbers in the United States fell in all 50 states for the first time in months, creating a renewed sense of optimism across the industry.
Baskow Talent Celebrates 45 Years in Vegas
Baskow Talent/Las Vegas Speakers Bureau, a celebrity and talent broker company based in Las Vegas, NV, is celebrating its 45th anniversary.
Marriott CEO Arne Sorenson Dies
Arne M. Sorenson, president and CEO, Marriott International passed away on February 15, 2021.
Marriott Bets On All-Inclusives
Marriott is expanding its all-inclusive portfolio through a long-term agreement with Sunwing Travel Group’s hotel division, Blue Diamond Resorts.
England: Re-Imagining Events
While COVID might have temporarily cut off access for U.S. groups, England has many new venues to show off when business events start up.
Human Trafficking News
On the week of the biggest event for human trafficking activity—The Super Bowl—here is an update on what our industry is doing to grow awareness.
Forbes Issues Seal of Approval
In an effort to establish confidence with guests and travel planners, Forbes Travel Guide and Sharecare have created a health and safety security 'seal of approval' to identify properties that have achieved verification.
AHLA — 2021 Business Travel Outlook
AHLA's State of the Hotel Industry 2021 report—business travel is not expected to return until 2024, and consumer confidence is tied to vaccine.
PCMA – Caesars’ Style
An ordinarily in-person gathering, this year’s Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA)’s annual Convening Leaders conference was replaced with a full digital event, with six ancillary gatherings linked to the live broadcast.