The annual ranking of the top cities for international meetings doesn’t usually see much change, but this year there’s a shakeup at the top. After seven years leading the list, Vienna drops to third place, and Paris is the new number one, accordi...

Wednesday, May 28, 2014 @ 2 p.m ET / 11 a.m PT Flat fees? Cost-plus? Commissions? With procurement departments demanding pricing transparency and multiple bids, how should you be paying for meeting vendor services? Join representatives from a ...

Thursday, May 15, 2014 @ 2 p.m ET / 11 a.m PT This free webinar on May 15 at 2:00 p.m. ET will focus on three very different types of teambuilding for groups: activity-oriented, CSR-focused, and destination-based.Our three experts will discuss...

Thursday, May 13, 2014 @ 2 p.m ET / 11 a.m PT Planning a meeting in China? It’s essential to find strong local partners who can communicate your requirements to vendors on the ground. Discover the subtleties of planning events in China’s large...

Dedicated corporate and association planner education tracks are just two highlights from IMEX, taking place in Frankfurt May 19-22

In March, I attended a trade show in the Punta Cana area of the Dominican Republic. While there, I did site visits of many hotels and gained an appreciation for the region. Punta Cana is located in the easternmost province of the Dominican Republ...

Wednesday, April 9, 2014 @ 2 p.m EST / 11 a.m PT How will your events be different this year? What will they look like in 5 years? The nature of meetings and events has already changed dramatically due to the growth of mobile technology. Your ...

Thursday, April 24, 2014 @ 2 p.m EST / 11 a.m PT The MeetingsNet Innovative Meeting Design Webinar Series is a fresh look at meeting formats, learning environments, teambuilding, and F&B from the most forward-thinking experts in the field of m...

Tuesday, March 4, 2014 @ 2 p.m EST / 11 a.m PT The meeting room is like a learning laboratory, and the setup you choose can influence the learning that takes place. Velvet Chainsaw Consulting¹s Jeff Hurt will explore creative room configuratio...