From Our Partners
Indy Paves the Way for Hybrid Meetings
Indianapolis — named the ‘#1 Convention City in the U.S.’ by USA Today — was the first city in the country to bring key AV partners together to offer a citywide AV and Internet discount for hybrid meetings.
Orlando Leads the Way to Healthy Meetings
Visit Orlando and the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) collaborated with local healthcare system Orlando Health to provide personalized medical services to all meetings and conventions at OCCC—a first for the convention and trade show industry.
Los Cabos – A Higher Standard of Care
Los Cabos launched the “Los Cabos with Care – A Safer Way to Get Away” initiative as part of its reopening. The safety efforts include destination-wide guidelines and certifications to ensure the well-being of visitors at all touchpoints.
Create Immersive, Engaging Virtual Events with Hubb
Hubb is re-inventing the industry by making the virtual event experience come alive like never before, with immersive, engaging experiences that drive business forward.
Get Inspired in Detroit
Detroit — birthplace of the automotive industry, the Motown sound, and convention and visitors bureaus — continues its spirit of discovery with a growing reputation as a tech hub. A new mobility innovation district and the Apple Developer Academy are adding to the trailblazing tradition.
Expect a Warm Welcome in Wichita
When meeting in Wichita, attendees will experience the friendly, easygoing vibe of Kansas’ largest city. And planners will get peace of mind with Visit Wichita’s Flexibility Promise that includes incentives at participating hotels.
Sacramento’s Convention Center Reopens After Extreme Makeover
The renovated and expanded SAFE Credit Union Convention Center offers 240,000 square feet of programmable space, including a 40,000-square-foot ballroom and a 15,000-square-foot outdoor plaza, and much more.
Aurora Is a Dream Destination for Business and Leisure
Colorado is one of those places travelers dream about—after all, more than 86 million day-trip and overnight visitors each year believe it’s one of the top destinations in the world. That makes Aurora, Colorado’s third-largest city, an easy sell when it comes to meetings and events.
Discover What’s New in Tampa Bay
Visitors to the newly renovated (and expanding) Tampa Convention Center love its waterfront location and adjacency to Water Street, home to what is soon to be the largest collection of hotel rooms and meeting spaces in the Tampa Bay area.
In Des Moines, the S’s May Be Silent, but the City Is Buzzing
Greater Des Moines is emerging, progressive, and probably not at all what you think. And now is the perfect time to find out what all the buzz is about — Des Moines is 100 percent open and 100 percent awesome, with plenty of space and safety policies to ensure a great, relaxing experience.
Visit Phoenix – There’s More Than Enough Room
Greater Phoenix is well-known for its outstanding resorts in the lush oasis of the Sonoran Desert, featuring elaborate pools, desert gardens, Southwest-infused fine dining, luxurious spas and championship golf courses. But you hardly need to be a VIP to get a taste of the finer things in this city, which is home to over 69,000 guest rooms at more than 500 hotels and resorts—covering a range of price points.
Q&A with Greg Newton from Calgary’s BMO Centre at Stampede Park
The Centre’s general manager shares how planner input played a huge role in designing the $500-million convention center expansion project at Stampede Park, set to open in 2024.