Business of Events
Female Culinary Leaders Take the Stage in Calgary
Hundreds of female chefs and restaurateurs converged in Calgary in September for the Women Chefs & Restaurateurs Education Conference.
How the ESC Supported Barcelona After the Attacks
Eight days after a terrorist attack shook Spain, the European Society of Cardiology united more than 31,000 attendees in Barcelona in a show of solidarity and strength.
Convene Survey: How Will Trump’s Travel Policies Affect International Attendance?
Most meeting professionals who responded to our latest survey are worried about the negative effect that new policies will have on the perception of travel to the U.S.
Yelp Is on the Way
To provide attendees with top drinking and dining options in San Diego, the Biotechnology Innovation Organization partnered with Yelp.
Mexico, Post-Earthquake
There was tragic loss of life in central Mexico, but much was spared, reports a meetings industry professional headquartered in Mexico City — including the business-events infrastructure.
How Much Should You Spend on Marketing Your Meeting?
And where should you spend it? Velvet Chainsaw’s Dave Lutz on what works and what doesn’t.
Houston After Harvey
Visit Houston’s Mike Waterman on how the destination weathered Hurricane Harvey — and how it’s moving forward.
How Destination Cleveland Engages the Whole Community During Conventions
The city’s volunteer program offers extra support for meeting planners.
International Travel to the U.S. Was Down in July. Will the Trend Continue?
The U.S. Travel Association’s David Huether on decreasing travel to the United States — and what the hurricanes could mean for travel in the Southeast and everywhere else.
Pre Con/Post Con
A before-and-after look at the Institute of Internal Auditors International Conference, held in July in Sydney, Australia
Bracing for Irma
Meeting destinations including Puerto Rico and Miami are readying themselves for one of the most powerful storms ever recorded.
3 ASAE Expo Booths With Local Flair
Here’s how three booths went the extra mile to bring their cities to life at the ASAE Annual Meeting and Expo.