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Destinations
We’re sharing what works (and what doesn’t) so you can bring those lessons to your own event planning.
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Across the world, up to 30 million people are currently being held captive, moved from location to location as victims in the global human trafficking trade.
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The MPI Foundation has developed alternative ways for industry professionals and organizations to donate throughout WEC St. Louis.
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We are seeing more and more visual reminders about how to report Human Trafficking in airports, restrooms, restaurants, and hotels, and in more noticeable places than ever
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To learn more about securing this year’s World Education Congress, we spoke with Nick Benning, director of operations for P.E.E.R. He’s been working WEC since 2008.
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If you’re an event planner, producer, manager, or magician-in-chief—there’s a lot you can learn from your small biz cousins.
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One of America’s first music destinations, the myriad sounds of St. Louis—from Miles Davis and Nelly to The Urge and Tina Turner—offer something for everyone. Catherine Neville, vice president of communications at Explore St. Louis, gives insight and some curated options for meeting planners and visitors.
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Inspiration to ignite next-level thinking, connections that will grow and evolve business and the people who will awaken what’s possible—find what you need at MPI’s World Education Congress in St. Louis.
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To help you manage business uncertainty—in 2025 and beyond—event pros share best practices and advice based on their experience. This is Part 4 of a series on uncertainty in the global meeting and event industry.
Destinations
It came down to one ball, one strike, for $1 million. Ernie McCracken cradled the bowl and eyed the lane. His hair flopped around like a poor man’s Robert Smith, exposing his bald spot. The crowd went silent, and McCracken pursed his lips before rolling the ball down the lane. Strike! McCracken wins by one pin! He dances on the floor, and the crowd goes wild.
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From world-class meetings-ready venues to active team-building options, Catherine Neville, vice president of communications at Explore St. Louis, shares some sports-related highlights in the city.
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A majority of respondents to MPI’s Q2 2025 Meetings Outlook survey anticipate negative business conditions over the next year, according to .
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