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9 Nibble-Worthy Food Tours

By Paige Feigenbaum on October 18, 2018

If the way to a group’s hearts is through their stomachs, they’ll fall in love with these cities. These delicious places offer food tours to taste the town.

Your Ultimate CVB and DMO Matching Tool

By Gary Diedrichs and Tess Dunn on October 15, 2018

Match your group’s needs with the vibe and resources that fit your checklist. You don’t need an app. Just keep this reference tool handy for inspiration.

The Trick to Aging Legendary Kentucky Bourbon, Plus Recipes

By Mona Hayden on October 14, 2018

Check inside for bonafied Kentucky Bourbon aging, and two tried-and-true recipes for the perfect Old Fashioned and a Derby Day Mint Julep.

Q&A with Ray Bloom: IMEX America Builds on Strong Legacy

By Dan Johnson on October 12, 2018

Ray Bloom, founder and chairman of IMEX Group, started IMEX America in 2011. Since then, the event has steadily built its legacy.

The Momentary Joy of Doing Nothing and 3 Tips to Achieve It

By Jeff Davidson on October 12, 2018

If you are oversubscribed, over-informed and overwhelmed, here are some ideas that you can put into practice to achieve the peacefulness of doing nothing

Fall in Puppy Love at Meetings

By Paige Feigenbaum on October 11, 2018

Get your puppy-petting hands ready for Smart Monday at IMEX America on Oct. 15. Courtesy of MPI, Paws for a Break is returning to The Venetian.

3 Unique Event Venues for Foodies in San Francisco

By Gary Diedrichs on October 11, 2018

Planners looking for somewhere new to eat in the Bay Area need look no further. That is, if a historic organic ranch amid the oyster beds of Marin will do.

What Would You Do? Ethical and Moral Quandaries in the Meetings Industry

By Michael Lyons on October 10, 2018

“What would you do?” It’s a question we ponder every time we encounter a situation where the questionable behavior of others beckons us to make a choice: get involved and say something—or keep quiet and look the other way.

Activity Vendors Pair with Planners for Unique Attendee Experiences

By Sean Timm on October 10, 2018

Planners meticulously manage the attendee experience, but often activity vendors also play a major role in influencing how someone remembers a trip. From giving visitors something to share with friends and family to exposing newcomers to the unique local flavor, the variety and depth of these experiences make up the lifeblood of a destination. Operating…

Philanthropy and CSR: Missing Ingredients to Profound Meetings

By Sean Timm on October 09, 2018

Providing meetings that change an entire team’s energy and mindset is never easy, but it helps to include discussions about philanthropy and corporate social responsibility (CSR), when appropriate. The recent Smart Meetings webinar, “The Right Way to Give Back While Building Teams,” hosted by Lain Hensley, looked at not only CSR possibilities, but also how…