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Experience the Wonder of Huntington Beach and the HB Collection
Here in Huntington Beach, California, our exhilarating, ocean side environment inspires business professionals to excel and shine.
Chris Savas Captures the Moments at Events
Veteran photographer Chris Savas, a towering figure at events, discusses common mistakes event planners make with photographer and new trends.
A Taste of the Hottest Food Trends
We reached out to culinary experts from around the country to present some tasty food trends to consider for your next meeting.
Give a Thumbs Up to Downtime
A jam-packed schedule may not only be counter-intuitive but also counter-productive. Make sure to include downtime for attendees.
Marriott Marquis Chicago Joins the Skyline
The gleaming 40-story Marriott Marquis Chicago—the largest Marriott to open in North America in 2017—is the newest member of the Windy City’s club.
Diversity Remains a Challenge for Events
Industry leaders across all sectors say that progress has been made but diversity and inclusion efforts need to continue.
#MeToo Movement Has a Huge Impact on Events
The #MeToo movement continues to prove sexual misconduct is an issue meetings and event professionals must address right now.
18 Trends to Watch in 2018
New trends in technology, F&B and events experiences point to big things for the meetings and events industry as it enters 2018.
Destinations
What People Should Know About Puerto Rico
Beyond beaches, rainforests and rum in Puerto Rico, lies a true treasure to behold: the spirit, hospitality and a constant appetite for a different kind
Incentives
How To Feel Like Royalty in Ireland
From castles to historic estates, these seven places in Ireland are ideal for hosting teambuilding events and coordinating conferences overseas.
Orlando World Center Marriott Scores With Attendees and Families
Orlando World Center Marriott, with 450,000 square feet of meeting space and loads of kid-friendly amenities and nearby attractions, appeals to attendees
Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Makes a Grand Entrance
The all-new Grand at Moon Palace Cancun is a planner’s playground for events, with downtime at the beach and pools for built-in entertainment.
F&B
A Taste of the Hottest Food Trends
We reached out to culinary experts from around the country to present some tasty food trends to consider for your next meeting.
Strategy
How to Engage the Power of Informal Networks
It is imprudent for you to underestimate the power of informal networks by saying they are merely “nice-to-have.”
5 Ways to Maximize ROI at Trade Shows
Whatever your budget may be, these are five ways you can maximize your investment at a trade show
How to Stay Healthy While Traveling
We present four expert-vetted tips for how to help you reach your next events destination healthy, safely, soundly and sanely.
How to Use Songwriting in Teambuilding
Teambuilding exercises get stale and can make them an ineffective attendee nightmare. Award-winning composer, Billy Kirsch, suggests using songwriting
How to Build International Relationships
International relationships take time to develop. Try these tricks the next time you’re working with exhibitors or suppliers from abroad.
How to Reach Generation Z on Social Media
Social media expert Alex Plaxen demystifies how Generation Z communicates online—and how to use that information to build a targeted marketing strategy.
How to Understand and Use VR and AR
Late to the VR/AR party? Jim Spellos shares everything you need to know about the altered-reality technologies changing the way we experience things.
How to Shift from Being a Task Manager to a Strategic Planner
We all start as task managers; but if you want to take your career to the next level, becoming a strategic planner is a must.
How to Pursue Your Passion
Don’t let fear of failure keep you from following your passion. Implement these five steps into your life to turn your dream job into a reality.
Tech
Concept3D Adds Dimensions to Exploring Convention Centers
Concept3D, based in Denver, creates immersive online experiences for convention centers, through three-dimension mapping.
7 Essential Elements Every Event App Should Include
Connect speaker Brandt Krueger reviews the most important features any event app should include.
Q&A With the Founders of Event Tech Tribe
Founders Leonora Valvo and Marie-Claire Andrews discuss their careers, how they found Event Tech Tribe and their opportunity to launch women into the event
8 Event Tech Trends for 2018
Event tech probably will never replace face-to-face meeting. But new technology can drive those interactions to make events more meaningful.
How Pavegen can Electrify Your Event
The future of meetings lies in the hands of event tech like Pavegen, a flooring system that generates electricity and captures data from footsteps.
10 Seconds of Snapchat Advice
Jason Peterson, chief creative officer of The Annex, shares tips for savvier snapping.
People
Heirs Apparent: 2018 40 Under 40
Meet the Heirs Apparent, the 2018 Connect Corporate 40 Under 40. These individuals will leads the industry into the future.
Videos
This Just Happened: May 7-14
Orlando World Center Marriott sets a new standard in produce; look for a more iconic experience aboard the observation wheel in Orlando; Park MGM takes
The American Hotel in Atlanta Merges Past With Present
A new $16 million renovation pays homage to The American Hotel’s place in history. The property was the first integrated hotel in Downtown Atlanta.
Site Visit: The William Vale, Brooklyn
Sebastien Maingourd. general manager of The William Vale, discusses how the 183-room hotel had adopted the feel of its vibrant Brooklyn neighborhood.
Connect 2017 Highlights
Relive the best moments from a great Connect 2017 in New Orleans. Thanks to New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center for being a great host.
How Virtual Reality Advances Storytelling
Annie Eaton, founder and CEO, Futurus, and Ed Thomas, mobile and emerging tech product lead, CNN, discuss using virtual reality to tell your brand's story.
Hyatt Regency Maui’s Exec Chef on Going Local
Greg Grohowski, Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa's executive chef, describes the hotel's approach to food simply: "where farm to table comes to life."