- In honor of International Women’s Day, Smart Meetings spoke with Audrey Lambert, senior vice president of global people and culture at BCD Meetings & Events, about developing leadership from within, creating sustainable pathways for advancement and building a future where women thrive at every level of the organization. The post Building the Future of Female […]
- In a discussion with J.J. Wills, senior vice president of marketing programs and business development at ConferenceDirect, we highlight the purpose of the organization's inaugural event, challenges and successes, and lessons learned. The post Case Study: ConferenceDirect’s Inaugural The Meeting Summit appeared first on Smart Meetings.
- Raised in a hyper-connected world, 69% of Gen Z reported that the rise of technology has made them feel less connected and isolated from others in their company and industry. This has led to them being more drawn to opportunities that offer immersive, face-to-face interactions while still delivering curated, genuine connections and opportunities for growth. […]
- From Kraków’s continued push to balance strong visitor numbers with sustainability goals, to a thoughtful look at Italian dining rhythms and cultural norms, to the industry conversation surrounding the suspension […] The post Smart Travel: Travel Orgs Warn of Global Entry Suspension Fallout, Hyatt Resumes Operations in Mexico, Michelin Green Guide Marks 100th Anniversary with […]
- Greater Miami is a destination designed for exploration and entertainment. The destination is home to a premier convention center and diverse hotel properties, as well as a wide array of adventures for your group to engage in. The post Purposeful and Personalized: 6 Reasons to Meet in Virginia’s Richmond Region appeared first on Smart Meetings.
- Greater Miami is a destination designed for exploration and entertainment. The destination is home to a premier convention center and diverse hotel properties, as well as a wide array of adventures for your group to engage in. The post Greater Palm Springs: A Meeting Oasis appeared first on Smart Meetings.
- Learn how top California destinations are leading the way in sustainable meetings, combining world-class experiences with eco-forward venues and mindful hospitality The post How Event Budgets Go Further in Tax-Free Portland appeared first on Smart Meetings.
- The 37th annual Meeting Professionals International European Meetings & Events Conference (MPI EMEC) gathered in Barcelona, Spain. The post EMEC 2026: MPI Foundation Brought the Future to Barcelona appeared first on Smart Meetings.
- In the 72 hours after Bad Bunny performed, Discover Puerto Rico logged 537,000 site users (up 16% month‑over‑month) and a dedicated Big Game landing page pulled 143,000 users with a 73% engagement rate. The post Bad Bunny’s Halo Effect on Puerto Rico’s Travel Bookings appeared first on Smart Meetings.
- As Smart Meetings’ JT Long framed it in a recent Knowledge Exchange webinar, planners can be “the biggest winners in the wake of all the big sporting events sweeping the country,” because after FIFA World Cup, Super Bowl and Olympics-sized moments. The post FIFA 2026: How Meeting Planners Benefit from Upgraded Sports Infrastructure appeared first […]
