CMP Series Required Reading
The Toll Ageism Takes on People — and Businesses
Here’s what an ageism activist, communications exec, and serial hospitality entrepreneur say about why a truly inclusive and diverse workforce must be multi-generational — and what that looks like and how it benefits society as a whole.
Ashton Applewhite: Crusader Against Ageism
In general, people are living and working longer than they have at any time in human history. What if, asks Ashton Applewhite, instead of seeing age — and aging workers — in a negative light, we looked at longevity as the asset that it is?
Patti Temple Rocks Hopes Book Will Spark Conversations About Ageism
Her new book, ‘I’m Not Done: It’s Time to Talk About Ageism in the Workplace,’ is as much a personal statement as a sentiment shared by her entire Boomer generation.
Chip Conley Champions the ‘Modern Elder’
Boomers can take on a critical role in the workplace as Modern Elders, hospitality entrepreneur Chip Conley says, by following a four-stage process.
Retirepreneur Startup Gives Baby Boomers New Options
After working more than 15 years in events industry, Donna Kastner isn’t slowing down —she’s focusing on new entrepreneurial project for the ‘modern elder.’
Lisa Block Makes ‘the Perfect Move’
Following a long career at the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), Lisa Block is bringing her wealth of experience — including “how you treat people and the importance of culture” — to her new role.
Soul, Community, Planet — and a Different Kind of Pricing
A boutique hotel in Colorado is taking an unorthodox approach to room rates by giving guests a say in the final charges.
6 Ways Medical Meetings Are Proving Their Value To Exhibitors
From beacon-collected data to lead scanners to third-party evaluations, here’s how two medical meetings are tackling the exhibitor ROI challenge.
Strategies to Improve Negotiations in Era of Hotel Consolidations
For event planners, the increased number of mergers and acquisitions translates into tougher negotiations with hotels: In some destinations, every meeting hotel is now owned by the same company.
Bringing a ‘Sense of Place’ to Meeting Design
A recent PCMA Foundation/Marriott study finds that most travelers want to explore a destination like the locals do. “Convene” looks at how that desire for an authentic experience should shape meeting design.
Advice for Event Strategists Who Work with Hotels
If you’re looking for some insights to help make things easier for you when you work with hotels, you’ve checked in to the right place.
How Event Strategists Keep F&B, AV Costs Down
Here’s how event professionals are creating memorable attendee experiences without busting their budgets.