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Preserving the hidden gems of the Mexican Caribbean
Guest Contributor
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How could the new Trump administration impact medical meetings?
Pat Schaumann, CMP, CSEP, DMCP, HMCC
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Pitch with Confidence: Increase Your Public Speaking Comfort Level
As meeting planning professionals, delivering new business presentations can often feel daunting, especially when the fear of public speaking looms in some way.
Shakira M. Brown
My Biggest Lesson Learned as a Small Business Owner “Adaptability & Flexibility”
Claire P. Caldwell
Why do you own your business?
Karen Kuzsel
Green Meetings Happen in Toronto
Destination Toronto
Why event professionals shouldn’t miss Event Tech Live London 2024
Guest Contributor
Industry News
Around the World – Human Trafficking Survivor Stories
No matter where human trafficking survivors live, their stories always speak to whether people see them or see through them.
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Industry News
5 tips to show appreciation for your attendees
After your event, you need to thoroughly show appreciation for your attendees. Thank them for their participation using the best practices in this guide.
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Industry News
Collaboration over Competition - Why Small Business Owners in the Meetings and Events Industry Should Join Forces
Collaborating with fellow small business owners can be one of the most strategic moves you make. By working together, rather than against each other, you can expand your reach
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Industry News
Navigating Challenges: 7 Lessons All EventProfs Can Learn From Small Business Owners
As our industry (painfully) learned over the past four years, adaptability and resilience are often the keys to success in the meetings and events industry.
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Trends
Caesars Entertainment, MPI, LVCVA celebrate industry media
Meeting and event industry press gathered at Ramsay’s Kitchen at Harrah’s Las Vegas on Oct. 9 during IMEX America 2024 for the inaugural “Media & Momentum: A Morning of Recognition and Impact” awards ceremony, produced by Caesars Entertainment and MPI.
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Trends
Beyond the Bar: Redefining event experiences with non-alcoholic drinks
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Industry News
MPI updates announced at IMEX America
At IMEX America yesterday, MPI leadership and volunteer leaders shared important updates about the association. The focus of discussion included an overall business update, key highlights from the MPI Academy and MPI Foundation, industry partnerships, a recap of IMEX America and much more.
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Industry News
Designing for impact: Transforming events
At IMEX America on Oct. 10, Devon Montgomery Pasha presents “Designing for impact: Transforming events,” to share the valuable #EventCanvas methodology. We spoke with her in advance of that to learn more about the program and what attendees should expect.
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Destinations
Rosen Hotels & Resorts at 50: Growth and making communities better
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Industry News
IBTM World celebrates 20 years in Barcelona with #peoplepowered
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Industry News
Be curious, look beyond the obvious for more impactful results
Global events consultant Carlos Oliveira shares genuine and keen insights on design thinking in advance of his Oct. 10 session at IMEX America, “Reimagine events: Design sprint for positive change.”
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Industry News
Inclusivity and cultural appreciation
Ahead of her two IMEX America sessions on Oct. 9, strategic EDI consultant Zoe Moore provides some quick inclusivity considerations.
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Industry News
Strategizing the social impact of your events for greater good
Courtney Lohmann explains the challenges and stumbling blocks most often encountered by event professionals seeking to create or enhance the social impact of their events.
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