MEETING PLANNER RESOURCES
New Flexible Work & Meeting Space Coming to Anaheim
Opening in 2027, Kiln at The Weave will offer meeting space, coworking and private offices within Anaheim's expanding OCVIBE district.
The Hot Zones: What Planners Need to Know
In a hotter world, things like air conditioning, walking distances, shade and backup indoor space are as important as room blocks and meeting space.
What Makes a Great DMC?
A new SITE report shows local expertise and reputation as the top deciding factors when selecting DMC's.
CELEBRATING AMERICA250
Intrepid Spotlights Crowd-Free Parks for America’s 250th
Planners looking to deliver authentic outdoor experiences may want to consider Intrepid Travel's list of quieter national parks and public lands as America celebrates its 250th anniversary.
Philly Offers Groups a Walk Through American History
Philadelphia offers walkable historic tours and group experiences tied to America's 250th anniversary celebrations and beyond.
Get Your Meeting Kicks on Route 66
How meeting planners can tap into America’s biggest road trip celebration as the iconic Route 66 turns 100.
SITES
Banyan Tree Debuts First Europe Resort, New Buyout Option in Montenegro
Looking to wow attendees? Planners now have an exclusive new buyout option in Montenegro with the debut of Mamula Island by Banyan Tree.
EXPERT ADVICE
Trust Your Data, Not Your Gut: Beyond Event Management Stress
Planners find themselves defending programming choices or shifting entire event formats based on isolated feedback, says an industry leader.
Smarter Incentives, Stronger Impact
Incentive travel is becoming more focused and more thoughtful. It’s no longer just about sending top performers somewhere impressive—it’s about creating experiences that feel meaningful and worthwhile.
Florida: A Brighter Way to MeetSunshine isn’t Florida’s only attraction—the state’s meetings industry dazzles with options. From cosmopolitan convention spaces to magical event venues near world-famous theme parks and a hospitality culture that knows how to impress, Florida delivers exceptional meeting and incentive experiences.
Women in Meetings & IncentivesWhat do women want? Sigmund Freud famously asked that question nearly a hundred years ago. And though the now-debunked psychologist never found an answer for himself, we have some answers about what women in the meeting and incentive planning industries want—to be paid equally.
Sustainable Meetings Guide (2025)Anyone who’s been watching the industry for the past 10 years knows that sustainable practices at events have gone from being a secondary concern to a top priority for meetings and the venues they use.
Meetings: The Next GenerationThis year, members of Generation Z—born between 1997-2012—are expected to outnumber Baby Boomers in the workforce for the first time. They bring with them different expectations, different attitudes toward upper management and different views on the importance of work in their daily lives.
