From river views to botanical gardens, Pennsylvania is home to many scenic spots that help meeting groups escape the chaos of the city.
Mobile, Alabama: Gateway to the Gulf
High Tops and Hot Rods: Automobile Museum Venues
Beyond Bots
Meetings That Matter
Mobile, Alabama: Gateway to the Gulf
Mobile, Alabama, offers planners a mix of culture and capable venues.
High Tops and Hot Rods: Automobile Museum Venues
Automotive museums make memorable event venues.
Beyond Bots
These AI tools offer strategic advantages for meeting planners
Meetings That Matter
Insiders share ideas for increasing your event’s community impact.
Destinations
Independence, Missouri’s Versatile Venues
When you’re planning a meeting, the right venue can make all the difference. Independence, Missouri, offers meeting planners a versatile collection of venues, convenient access to the Kansas City metro and personalized destination support. Whether you’re organizing a small corporate meeting, association gathering, training session, retreat or special event, Independence offers spaces and services to […]
Fort Wayne is Moving Forward
Fort Wayne is building meetings momentum.
Put Creativity to Work in Paducah, Kentucky
A UNESCO Creative City knows a thing or two about making things happen. Why not put that spirit to work for your meeting?
Durham, Smart
Durham combines Southern charm, innovation and versatile venues for memorable meetings.
Meydenbauer Convention Center to Debut Center Hall Remodel in Fall 2026
Meydenbauer Convention Center is preparing for an exciting new chapter. Coming in early Fall 2026, the venue will unveil a remodeled Center Hall, bringing refreshed finishes, modern enhancements and an elevated guest experience to the largest column-free ballroom in Bellevue, Washington.
Wish You Were Here: Host Your Meeting in Oxford, Mississippi
Oxford, Mississippi, has long been a place defined by creativity and enduring culture. For meeting planners, it offers a setting that combines walkability, distinctive venues and a strong sense of place.
Meeting Ideas
Vintage Gatherings
Destinations built around the vine tend to offer the full package: dramatic natural scenery, memorable venues, farm-to-table culinary culture and an atmosphere that makes attendees feel like they’ve arrived somewhere truly special. Check out these five wine regions for your upcoming events.
Convention Centers: The Upgrade List
These new and improved convention centers deserve your attention.
Compelling Campuses
These colleges and universities make great meeting hosts.
I-75 Access: Great Venues, North to South
From Michigan to Florida, there’s lots to discover along I-75.
Faith-Friendly Cities
These destinations are ideal for faith-based meetings.
Meet Under Texas Skies
Texas’ diverse landscapes give planners plenty of outdoor event options, these outdoor venues from around the Lone Star State add an element of serenity or sport to even the most urban environments.
Planning Tools
Leveraging Generational Strengths
Rachel Crick recently spoke with Katie Croy, the manager, exhibit & sponsorship sales for RE+ Events, on leveraging younger generations’ strengths in the workplace.
Meeting Leaders: Meaghan Zimmer
Check out meeting tips and insights from Meaghan Zimmer, senior national sales director for Visit Buffalo in Buffalo, New York.
Back to Cool
College campuses are upping their games for events.
Managing Meltdowns
Terry Matthews-Lombardo shares ideas for managing the daily challenges of event planning.
The Four-Letter Word That Will Save Your Sanity
Amanda Gore shares how a simple four-letter albeit made up word can save your sanity, even in your craziest moments as a meeting planner.
Tech Talk with Gen Z
Rachel Crick recently spoke with Ashlen Rosenbaum, scientific program manager for the Pediatric Academic Societies, on sourcing and implementing new tech for event planning.
Meeting News
The Railyard Event & Conference Center Now Open in Elkins, West Virginia
The Railyard Event & Conference Center is now open in the heart of historic downtown Elkins, West Virginia, welcoming guests to a 28,000-square-foot venue built on the former site of the city’s railroad roundhouse.
Tamarack Resort Named No.1 Resort in the West
Tamarack Resort in Donnelly, Idaho, has been named the No. 1 Resort in the West by Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2026,landing the prestigious award outside of a major metropolitan city.
Hilton Expands Florida Keys Portfolio with the Debut of Hilton Key West Resort & Marina
Hilton recently marked the official debut of Hilton Key West Resort & Marina. The 175-room waterfront resort offers guests a marina-front setting, flexible meeting space, island-inspired dining, outdoor adventures and signature Hilton hospitality.
Blue Mountain Resort Unveils Valley Event Venue in Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains
Blue Mountain Resort, the year-round destination nestled in Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains, has introduced its new Valley event venue, a versatile gathering space designed for corporate retreats, social celebrations and milestone occasions.
Savor the Southwest at the Small Market Meetings Conference
El Paso prepares to welcome meeting professionals to the Small Market Meetings Conference, October 6–8.
The Harborvale Opens its Doors on Lake Champlain in Burlington, Vermont
The Harborvale, Autograph Collection opened earlier this summer on the shores of Lake Champlain, debuting as Burlington, Vermont’s premier 161-room lakeside retreat.
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