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Rep. Allyson Y. Schwartz, D-Pa., talks about the Green Meetings Act and theneed for the government to set an example.

Sustainable incentives were at the forefront of Society of Incentive and Travel Execu-tives' annual conference.

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The Hyatt Maui Resort and Spa has won awards for its green efforts.

When meeting planners for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency are sourcing a meeting, their RFPs include 14 questions designed to gauge a property's environmental awareness and the steps it is taking toward sustainability. The EPA is working...

Planning a meeting for the first time Overspent on Food & Beverage Can't afford a downtown meeting location Scared of planning outdoor events Uncertain about risk management

There's nothing like a cocktail hour for socializing and networking in a relaxed, leisurely setting. New acquaintances are made and old ones rekindled. Job openings are circulated, and the seeds of many successful business dealings are planted...

The is the first in a series of cost-saving checklists. We turned to some of the biggest names in the meeting business for their advice on getting the most from your money. In upcoming months, look for cost-saving tips on transportation...