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4 Powerful Steps to Defining Your Purpose
“Powered by Purpose” was the theme of this year’s Leadercast Live. Learn how several leaders define purpose and what it takes to find yours.
4 Tips for Maintaining Your Healthy Lifestyle on the Road
It can be hard to maintain a healthy lifestyle working in the hospitality industry. Connect's Senior Meeting Coordinator Nicole Reynolds shares a few tried-and-true
AFR Furniture Rental Acquires Kool Party Rentals
AFR Furniture Rental’s acquisition of Kool Party Rentals comes with three major benefits for planners, especially those on the West Coast.
8 Must-Read Books for Living Up to Your Ambition
Readers are leaders. Crack open one of these books for instant advice on how to up your leadership and follow your ambition.
CIC Rebrands to Events Industry Council
Convention Industry Council rebranded to Events Industry Council last week, citing a need to refresh and refine the organization’s brand.
Exclusive Destinations and CSI DMC Join Forces
A new partnership between Exclusive Destinations and CSI DMC spells greater resources for planners coordinating domestic and international programs.
Destinations
5 Things I Got Wrong About Indianapolis
Editor-in-Chief Kelsey Ogletree was surprised and enlightened by what she discovered on her inaugural visit to Indianapolis.
Incentives
5 Irresistible Places in Banff, Alberta
Take a look at five swanky spots to stay in Banff, Alberta. Home to spectacular Rocky Mountain views, the highest town in Canada is perfect for high-end
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Meeting in Cuba
Coming off a recent visit, meeting planner Deborah Elias discusses the highs and lows involved with bringing meetings or incentives to Cuba.
5 Things you Didn’t Know About Dubrovnik, Croatia
Learn why planners are choosing bucket-list destination Dubrovnik, Croatia, for their meetings and incentives.
F&B
How a Cattle Ranch Catered to a Vegan Group
Preparing a vegan menu a The Humane Society of the United States dinner meant The Alisal Guest Ranch and Resort chef had to get creative.
How To
How to Get Better Event Photography
Pros in event photography share their top tips for getting the most bang for your buck and scoring photography worthy of a double take.
What You Need to Know About Content Marketing
When it comes to content marketing, quality trumps quantity. Consider this breakdown of everything you need to know for your upcoming events.
How to Master Team Communication in any Location
Don't let location affect team communication on-site. Reference this cheat sheet to avoid racking up outrageous fees or losing touch.
5 Ways to Facilitate Active Learning
Incorporate these five ideas into your education sessions to foster active learning that will help attendees retain information and increase ROI.
How to Craft a Strategic Email Campaign
Email campaigns are one of the most effective and affordable ways to promote your event. Develop your email blueprint with these seven tips.
6 Tips for Working With Logistics Vendors
Working with logistics vendors for your next event? We've got six tips you can use to master your relationship with vendors and rental managers.
Tech
10 Seconds of Snapchat Advice
Jason Peterson, chief creative officer of The Annex, shares tips for savvier snapping.
3 Presentation Tools Speakers Will Love
Use these three presentation tools to streamline your education sessions. They'll allow you (and your speakers) to breathe a little bit easier.
How Invisible Light Network Incorporated Tech Into Swag
At last year's Oracle events, creative studio Invisible Light Network created off-beat giveaways that turned attendees' voices into tangible wristbands.
Tilt Brush by Google: A Tool to Get Creativity Flowing
Forget coloring books! Wow attendees with Tilt Brush by Google, an app powered by VR technology that allows users to paint in a 3-D world.
Why Conductive Ink Could Revolutionize Marketing
U.K.-based tech company Novalia's high-tech print products like conductive ink posters could be game changers for marketers.
People
Meeting Architects: 2017 40 Under 40
Meet Connect Corporate’s 2017 40 Under 40. This class of meeting architects is dreaming up a new future for corporate meetings and events.
Videos
This Just Happened: May 15-19
We're talking an infinity ballroom in National Harbor, virtual reality site visits in Orlando and the latest fashion trend to take the internet by storm.
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."
This Just Happened: May 1-5
This week, Austin CVB gets a new name, Japan unveils a luxury train, Motif Seattle gets a makeover and horses gear up to win gold at the Kentucky Derby.