In early September the Convention Industry Council was set to send a promotional brochure inviting industry professionals to attend its annual one-day Summit in December in Chicago. The meeting focuses on critical issues facing the industry. But...
Steeped in Southern charm, yet strikingly contemporary in its facilities and services, Gaylord Opryland is the largest combined hotel and convention center in the world. It features 30 retail shops, 10 restaurants, five lounges, and nine acres of...
Feedback is essential in determining what the audience wants. Among other things, it helps to measure comprehension and encourages participation. But measuring these responses isn't always easy. A show of hands may not be accurate, and paper...
Nestled among 275 of its own wooded acres along the shoreline of scenic Delavan Lake, the resort provides a relaxed and rustic setting for meetings while offering a wealth of modern features...
With attendance expected to be down by 20 percent or more at many association events this year, the talk of the town is all about how to boost attendance with better marketing. This special section on “Marketing 2002” surveys industry pros for...
Colorado's largest meeting facility features 1,225 deluxe rooms, including 92 suites and a private Concorde Club level. The hotel is located only four blocks from the Colorado Convention Center. Its recent renovation added 8,000 square feet of...
By law, every employer must have a harassment policy. In the meetings context, the task is to make sure those policies work in an expanded workplace. Planners and their attendees need to combat harassment away from the traditional office setting...
Your planning can be flawless, but disappointing attendance can overshadow an otherwise wonderful meeting. The good news is that you can affect attendance by using sound marketing strategies. Here are 28 to consider...
Some say the practice of tipping began in feudal times, when lords on horseback threw gold coins at peasants to ensure safe passage through rough areas. Others say it began in 16th-century English pubs, where cash was handed to languid servers ...