http://www.successfulmeetings.com/rss/successfulmeetingsSuccessful Meetings is the mentor all non-professional planners need to make the right choices for destinations, venues, programming and other meeting elements.(c) 2012, NORTHSTAR Travel Media, LLC. All rights reserved60http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/Experient-Does-Disney-With-Incentive-Event/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/Experient-Does-Disney-With-Incentive-Event/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:25:00 GMTProducts and ServicesExperient Sales Network recognized its 2011 top performers last month with an incentive event at the Disneyland Resort.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/AmEx-Studies-Corporate-Travel-Policies,-Reveals-Gaps/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/AmEx-Studies-Corporate-Travel-Policies,-Reveals-Gaps/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09:50:00 GMTResearch and White PapersLess than one-third of corporate travel policies have been updated within the last year, according to American Express Global Business Travel.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/AIBTM-Reports-Major-Increase-in-Hosted-Buyer-Group-Coordinators/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/AIBTM-Reports-Major-Increase-in-Hosted-Buyer-Group-Coordinators/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:00:00 GMTProducts and ServicesFour months out, the Americas Meetings & Events Exhibition already has secured more hosted buyer group coordinators for 2012 than it had in 2011.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Site-Selection/Articles/Cvent-Introduces-New-Edition-of-Destination-Guide/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Site-Selection/Articles/Cvent-Introduces-New-Edition-of-Destination-Guide/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:35:00 GMTDestination InformationMeetings technology company Cvent has introduced a newly upgraded version of its "Cvent Destination Guide" website.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Marketers-Report-Increased-Allocations,-Lower-Budgets-for-Trade-Show-Exhibits/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Marketers-Report-Increased-Allocations,-Lower-Budgets-for-Trade-Show-Exhibits/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:55:00 GMTResearch and White PapersAlthough marketing budgets have contracted, marketing executives have expanded their allocations to trade show exhibits, finds a new study from the Center for Exhibition Industry Research.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/DMAI-Announces-Education-Program-for-26th-Annual-Destinations-Showcase/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/DMAI-Announces-Education-Program-for-26th-Annual-Destinations-Showcase/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:30:00 GMTProducts and ServicesDestination Marketing Association International will host nearly 1,000 meeting professionals for an expanded education program at its 26th annual Destinations Showcase Conference & Expo.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/Marriott,-Disney,-Best-Western-Invest-in-Brand-USA/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/Marriott,-Disney,-Best-Western-Invest-in-Brand-USA/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:00:00 GMTProducts and ServicesMarriott International, the Walt Disney Company and Best Western International have each donated $1 million to Brand USA to market the United States to international travelers.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Presentation-Solutions/Articles/Cvent-Upgrades-Web-Survey-Solution/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Presentation-Solutions/Articles/Cvent-Upgrades-Web-Survey-Solution/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:35:00 GMTMeetings TechMeetings technology company Cvent has updated its web survey solution with several new features.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/New-Orleans-Hotel-Courts-a-Different-Breed-of-Group/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/New-Orleans-Hotel-Courts-a-Different-Breed-of-Group/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (William Ng)Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:00:00 GMTSouthInside New Orleans' 316-room Windsor Court Hotel.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Event-Planning/Business-Meetings/Articles/Interviewing-for-That-Next-Opportunity/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Event-Planning/Business-Meetings/Articles/Interviewing-for-That-Next-Opportunity/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Dawn Penfold, CMP)Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:05:00 GMTManagementThe president of Meetingjobs.com offers her tips for acing your next job interview.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/Reporting-Guidelines-Released-for-Green-Events/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/Reporting-Guidelines-Released-for-Green-Events/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:30:00 GMTProducts and ServicesThe Global Reporting Initiative has issued new sustainability reporting guidance for meetings and events.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Travel-Buyers-Still-Not-Using-Strategic-Meetings-Management/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Travel-Buyers-Still-Not-Using-Strategic-Meetings-Management/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:00:00 GMTResearch and White PapersA recent survey by Europe's Business Travel Show found that more than half of corporate travel buyers still do not have a strategic meetings management policy in place.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-West/Articles/Makena-Beach---Golf-Resort-Unveils-Nearly-$50-Million-Rehab/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-West/Articles/Makena-Beach---Golf-Resort-Unveils-Nearly-$50-Million-Rehab/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Agatha Gilmore)Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:15:00 GMTWestMakena Beach & Golf Resort's multi-phase, multi-million-dollar renovation beautified all aspects of its 1,800 majestic acres.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Study--Travel,-Tourism-Promote-World-Peace/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Study--Travel,-Tourism-Promote-World-Peace/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:25:00 GMTResearch and White PapersA new study by Marriott International shows that travel not only boosts the economy, but also breaks down cultural barriers.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/Experient-Expands-Reach-to-Association,-Government-Markets/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/Experient-Expands-Reach-to-Association,-Government-Markets/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMTProducts and ServicesEvent management company Experient has taken steps to enhance its offerings for association and government meetings.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-International/Articles/3-Days-in-Hong-Kong/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-International/Articles/3-Days-in-Hong-Kong/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Kristina Dmytriv)Wed, 01 Feb 2012 03:00:00 GMTInternationalHere's how to have a perfect three days in beautiful Hong Kong.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-International/Articles/Aruba--Of-Business-and-Beaches/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-International/Articles/Aruba--Of-Business-and-Beaches/smfeedback@ntmllc.com ()Wed, 01 Feb 2012 03:00:00 GMTInternationalAruba's meetings properties freshen up and highlight their oceanside allure.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Event-Planning/Business-Meetings/Articles/Keep-the-Networking-Momentum-Going/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Event-Planning/Business-Meetings/Articles/Keep-the-Networking-Momentum-Going/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Brad Goodsell)Wed, 01 Feb 2012 03:00:00 GMTManagementIn business, making a connection isn't enough—you have to nurture it.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Event-Planning/conference-management/Articles/A-Closer-Look-at-Citywide-Meetings/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Event-Planning/conference-management/Articles/A-Closer-Look-at-Citywide-Meetings/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Leo Jakobson)Wed, 01 Feb 2012 03:00:00 GMTMeetings StrategiesFor some meetings, the city is the medium.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/Eastern-Excitement--New-Developments-in-Florida/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/Eastern-Excitement--New-Developments-in-Florida/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Leo Jakobson)Wed, 01 Feb 2012 03:00:00 GMTSouth Leo Jakobson The biggest development news on Florida’s East Coast, and really in the whole state, is the Genting Group’s plan for a $3.8-billion casino complex on Miami Beach, but that is far from the only thing happening on the Sunshine State’s Atlantic seaboard.  From the plethora of Art Deco propehttp://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-West/Articles/Maui,-The-Magic-Isle/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-West/Articles/Maui,-The-Magic-Isle/smfeedback@ntmllc.com ()Wed, 01 Feb 2012 03:00:00 GMTWestHonolulu and the island of Oahu might be the most talked-about among meetings stakeholders, but Maui, the second largest of the Hawaiian islands and known as the Magic Isle to many, increasingly is getting its share of attention.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Event-Planning/Technology-Solutions/Articles/Social-Compliance--How-Pharma-Companies-Approach-Social-Media/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Event-Planning/Technology-Solutions/Articles/Social-Compliance--How-Pharma-Companies-Approach-Social-Media/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Agatha Gilmore)Wed, 01 Feb 2012 03:00:00 GMTTechnology SolutionsPharma companies are finding both challenges and opportunities in the brave new world of social networking.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/PwC--Indianapolis-Can-Expect-Super-Bowl-Windfall/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/PwC--Indianapolis-Can-Expect-Super-Bowl-Windfall/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:15:00 GMTMidWestSuper Bowl XLVI will generate approximately $150 million in spending for Indianapolis.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Kansas-City-Marriott-Downtown-Commences-Lobby-Renovation/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Kansas-City-Marriott-Downtown-Commences-Lobby-Renovation/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:55:00 GMTMidWestThe Kansas City Marriott Downtown is converting its lobby into Marriott's new "great room" concept, which is expected to improve interaction among meeting attendees.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Detroit-to-Host-Sports-Event-Planners-for-2012-TEAMS-Conference/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Detroit-to-Host-Sports-Event-Planners-for-2012-TEAMS-Conference/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:15:00 GMTMidWestDetroit will host the next Travel, Events and Management in Sports (TEAMS) Conference & Expo in fall 2012.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Westin-Plans-Cleveland-Debut-Adjacent-to-New-Convention-Center/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Westin-Plans-Cleveland-Debut-Adjacent-to-New-Convention-Center/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:20:00 GMTMidWestThe Crowne Plaza Hotel Cleveland City Centre in downtown Cleveland will re-open in summer 2013 as the Westin Cleveland Convention Center.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Milwaukee-s-Potawatomi-Casino-Plans-20-Story-Hotel/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Milwaukee-s-Potawatomi-Casino-Plans-20-Story-Hotel/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:00:00 GMTMidWestThe Potawatomi Bingo Casino in Milwaukee plans to begin construction this spring on a $97.5 million hotel.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/IACC-Announces-New-Vision,-Mission-Statements/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/IACC-Announces-New-Vision,-Mission-Statements/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:20:00 GMTProducts and ServicesThe International Association of Conference Centers has created new vision and mission statements that expand the role of its member conference centers.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Presentation-Solutions/Articles/Cvent-Introduces-Mobile-Friendly-Online-Registration,-Event-Websites/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Presentation-Solutions/Articles/Cvent-Introduces-Mobile-Friendly-Online-Registration,-Event-Websites/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:05:00 GMTMeetings TechMeetings technology company Cvent has made several mobile-friendly enhancements to its event management software.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Event-Planning/conference-management/Articles/25-Most-Influential-People-in-the-Meetings-Industry/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Event-Planning/conference-management/Articles/25-Most-Influential-People-in-the-Meetings-Industry/smfeedback@ntmllc.com ()Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:20:00 GMTMeetings StrategiesJoin us in recognizing the 25 most influential people in the meetings industry.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/U-S--Travel-Association-Launches--Vote-Travel--Campaign-for-2012-Election/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/U-S--Travel-Association-Launches--Vote-Travel--Campaign-for-2012-Election/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:45:00 GMTProducts and ServicesThe U.S. Travel Association has launched a year-long initiative intended to raise the travel industry's profile during the 2012 election campaign season.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/ASAE-Launches-New-Global-Associations-Committee/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/ASAE-Launches-New-Global-Associations-Committee/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:25:00 GMTProducts and ServicesASAE has launched a new committee that's dedicated to discussing and advancing the international expansion of American associations.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/PCMA-Confirms-Record-Attendance-at-2012-Annual-Meeting/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/PCMA-Confirms-Record-Attendance-at-2012-Annual-Meeting/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:00:00 GMTProducts and ServicesIts 2012 annual meeting achieved record attendance, according to the Professional Convention Management Association.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Report--Meetings,-Events-Are-Top-Priority-for-Travel-Managers-in-2012/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Report--Meetings,-Events-Are-Top-Priority-for-Travel-Managers-in-2012/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:50:00 GMTResearch and White PapersMeetings and events are a top priority for nearly a quarter of travel managers, finds a new survey by Carlson Wagonlit Travel.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-West/Articles/QR-Codes-By-the-Bay/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-West/Articles/QR-Codes-By-the-Bay/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Leo Jakobson)Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:30:00 GMTWestHow one San Diego hotel steered city-wide convention attendees to its sales lounge with QR codes.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Site-Selection/Articles/South-America-to-Welcome-Site-Executive-Summit/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Site-Selection/Articles/South-America-to-Welcome-Site-Executive-Summit/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:30:00 GMTDestination InformationThe upcoming Site Executive Summit will take place in Argentina, marking the first time the event has taken place in South America.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Obama-s-Priorities-Aid-Meetings-Industry/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Obama-s-Priorities-Aid-Meetings-Industry/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Geoff Freeman)Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:05:00 GMTResearch and White PapersGeoff Freeman, chief operating officer for the U.S. Travel Association, discusses the president's national travel and tourism strategy.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/Exhibition-Leaders-Plan-Second-All-Industry-Summit/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/Exhibition-Leaders-Plan-Second-All-Industry-Summit/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMTProducts and ServicesOn Feb. 24, leaders from 17 trade associations will convene in Atlanta for what will be their second all-exhibition-industry summit.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/Scoping-Out-Miami-s-New-Museum-Park/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/Scoping-Out-Miami-s-New-Museum-Park/smfeedback@ntmllc.com ()Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:30:00 GMTSouthMiami's new 29-acre Museum Park, overlooking Biscayne Bay, will soon be worth a look.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/A-Snapshot-of-Eastern-Florida-s-Best-Beaches/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/A-Snapshot-of-Eastern-Florida-s-Best-Beaches/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Kristina Dmytriv)Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:10:00 GMTSouthFind the right beach for your event.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Event-Planning/Technology-Solutions/Articles/The-Pharma-Perspective--What-Pharmaceutical-Companies-Think-of-Social-Media/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Event-Planning/Technology-Solutions/Articles/The-Pharma-Perspective--What-Pharmaceutical-Companies-Think-of-Social-Media/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Agatha Gilmore)Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:00:00 GMTTechnology SolutionsSocial media poses an interesting challenge for pharma meetings, but that doesn't mean it isn't on planners' radars.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-West/Articles/3-Days-in-Maui/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-West/Articles/3-Days-in-Maui/smfeedback@ntmllc.com ()Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:25:00 GMTWestHawaii's Magic Isle offers visitors heavenly beaches, scenic natural wonders, and sweeping vistas.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Meetings-Industry-Employment-Up,-MPI-Reports/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Meetings-Industry-Employment-Up,-MPI-Reports/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:25:00 GMTResearch and White PapersMeetings-industry employment is up sharply in the United States and Europe, according to the latest MPI Business Barometer.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/meeting-facilities-/Articles/ALHI-Expands-to-Asia,-Adds-Six-New-Members-in-China/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/meeting-facilities-/Articles/ALHI-Expands-to-Asia,-Adds-Six-New-Members-in-China/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:10:00 GMTHotel UpdatesAssociated Luxury Hotels International has expanded into Asia with the addition of six hotels in China.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/CORT-s-Top-Event-Design-Trends-of-2012/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/CORT-s-Top-Event-Design-Trends-of-2012/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:30:00 GMTResearch and White PapersDesigner Richard Carbotti and CORT Event Furnishings have developed a list of the top event design trends for 2012.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/IAEE-Public-Events-Council-Names-New-Chair/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/IAEE-Public-Events-Council-Names-New-Chair/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:15:00 GMTProducts and ServicesThe co-owner of Fast Forward Event Productions has been named the 2012 chair of the International Association of Exhibitions and Events' Public Events Council.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/Copper-Services-Launches--YouTube--for-Meeting-Content/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/Copper-Services-Launches--YouTube--for-Meeting-Content/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:10:00 GMTProducts and ServicesCopper Services has launched a "business content catalog" that allows meeting planners to access and monetize meeting content.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/meeting-facilities-/Articles/Marriott,-Schrager-Announce-New-Edition-Hotels/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/meeting-facilities-/Articles/Marriott,-Schrager-Announce-New-Edition-Hotels/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:35:00 GMTHotel UpdatesDespite a slow start, Marriott's Edition brand is getting a second chance with five new hotels opening by 2015.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/meeting-facilities-/Articles/TripAdvisor-Names-Best-Hotels-of-2012/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/meeting-facilities-/Articles/TripAdvisor-Names-Best-Hotels-of-2012/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Fri, 20 Jan 2012 09:45:00 GMTHotel UpdatesTripAdvisor has announced the recipients of its 2012 Travelers' Choice awards.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/President-Obama-Announces-First-National-Strategy-on-Travel,-Tourism/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/President-Obama-Announces-First-National-Strategy-on-Travel,-Tourism/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Fri, 20 Jan 2012 09:10:00 GMTProducts and ServicesPresident Barack Obama has announced the United States' first-ever national strategy on travel and tourism.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Event-Planning/Business-Meetings/Articles/Methods-to-Maintain-Job-Security-in-Insecure-Times/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Event-Planning/Business-Meetings/Articles/Methods-to-Maintain-Job-Security-in-Insecure-Times/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Dawn Penfold, CMP)Thu, 19 Jan 2012 13:40:00 GMTManagementThe president of Meetingjobs.com offers her tips for improving your job security in 2012.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/International-Tourism-to-Top-One-Billion-in-2012,-United-Nations-Reports/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/International-Tourism-to-Top-One-Billion-in-2012,-United-Nations-Reports/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:30:00 GMTResearch and White PapersInternational tourism reached record levels in 2011, and is expected to continue growing in 2012, according to a new report from the United Nations' World Tourism Council.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/IMEX-Launches-Student-Essay-Contest-for-Future-Planners/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/IMEX-Launches-Student-Essay-Contest-for-Future-Planners/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:00:00 GMTProducts and ServicesStudents around the world have been invited to submit their visions for the future of meetings in exchange for a free trip to IMEX in Frankfurt.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/U-S--Travel-Association--U-S--Travel-Exports-Up-13-5-Percent-in-2011/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/U-S--Travel-Association--U-S--Travel-Exports-Up-13-5-Percent-in-2011/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Wed, 18 Jan 2012 01:10:00 GMTResearch and White PapersTravel exports were up overall in the first 11 months of the year, according to the U.S. Travel Association.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Survey--Travelers-Demand-Free-Hotel-Wi-Fi,-Complimentary-Food-and-Beverages/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Survey--Travelers-Demand-Free-Hotel-Wi-Fi,-Complimentary-Food-and-Beverages/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:55:00 GMTResearch and White PapersA new survey from Hotels.com shows that many travelers choose hotels based on their amenities.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Iowa-Events-Center-Completes-Renovation,-Name-Change/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Iowa-Events-Center-Completes-Renovation,-Name-Change/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 17 Jan 2012 12:00:00 GMTMidWestThe Iowa Events Center in Des Moines, Iowa, has completed a renovation of its convention center and re-named it in honor of Iowa veterans.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Dolce-Names-New-Indy-Business-Hotel/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Dolce-Names-New-Indy-Business-Hotel/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:25:00 GMTMidWestDolce Hotels and Resorts has named its new downtown Indianapolis hotel The Alexander.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Cobo-Center-Earns-Green-Venue-Certification/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Cobo-Center-Earns-Green-Venue-Certification/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 17 Jan 2012 10:55:00 GMTMidWestThe Cobo Conference & Exhibition Center in downtown Detroit has earned Green Venues Michigan Steward certification from the Michigan Energy Office.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Chicago-Hikes-Hotel-Tax-by-1-/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Chicago-Hikes-Hotel-Tax-by-1-/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 17 Jan 2012 10:30:00 GMTMidWestChicago has raised its hotel occupancy tax from 15.4 percent to 16.4 percent.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/Site-International-Foundation-Announces-2012-Leadership/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/Site-International-Foundation-Announces-2012-Leadership/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMTProducts and ServicesThe Site International Foundation has named its 2012 International Board of Trustees, including its new president.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/IACC-s-Tom-Bolman-Announces-Retirement/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/IACC-s-Tom-Bolman-Announces-Retirement/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMTProducts and ServicesThe International Association of Conference Centers' longtime chief executive will retire at the end of 2012.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/2012-Consumer-Electronics-Show-Largest-Ever/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/2012-Consumer-Electronics-Show-Largest-Ever/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Fri, 13 Jan 2012 09:50:00 GMTProducts and ServicesThe 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show celebrated a record number of exhibitors and a record number of exhibition space.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/IACC-Appoints-Gen-Y-Board-Member/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/IACC-Appoints-Gen-Y-Board-Member/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Fri, 13 Jan 2012 09:10:00 GMTProducts and ServicesThe International Association of Conference Centers has appointed a new member to its board of directors to represent the interests of Generations X and Y.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Study--Event-Attendees-Use-Social-Media-for-Information,-Not-Engagement/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Study--Event-Attendees-Use-Social-Media-for-Information,-Not-Engagement/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:30:00 GMTResearch and White PapersA new survey by Event Survey Group shows that event-specific social networking pages have limited reach.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/PCMA-Reports-Record-Membership-During-First-Town-Hall-Meeting/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/PCMA-Reports-Record-Membership-During-First-Town-Hall-Meeting/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:05:00 GMTProducts and ServicesThe Professional Convention Management Association reached a record level of membership in 2011, it reported at its first-ever Town Hall Meeting with members.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Forecast--Group-Travel-Grew-in-2011,-Will-Slow-in-2012/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Forecast--Group-Travel-Grew-in-2011,-Will-Slow-in-2012/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:30:00 GMTResearch and White PapersGroup travel had a strong 2011, but will be "hard-pressed" to continue growing at high levels in 2012, according to the latest outlook from the Global Business Travel Association.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/HSMAI-Names-Top-25-Minds-in-Hospitality-Sales-and-Marketing/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/HSMAI-Names-Top-25-Minds-in-Hospitality-Sales-and-Marketing/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:10:00 GMTProducts and ServicesThe Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International has released its ninth annual list of the "Top 25 Most Extraordinary Minds in Sales and Marketing."http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/Atlanta-Finishes-2011-Strong,-Books-Major-Meetings-Business/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/Atlanta-Finishes-2011-Strong,-Books-Major-Meetings-Business/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:10:00 GMTSouthAtlanta rung in the New Year by celebrating a significant amount of new meetings business, according to the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/Former-New-Orleans-Convention-Center-Chief-Dies/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/Former-New-Orleans-Convention-Center-Chief-Dies/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 10 Jan 2012 16:25:00 GMTSouthRay Liuzza, former chief executive of the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, died on Dec. 24 at the age of 83.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/Charlotte-Hotel-Rates-Soar-in-Advance-of-Democratic-National-Convention/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/Charlotte-Hotel-Rates-Soar-in-Advance-of-Democratic-National-Convention/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:35:00 GMTSouthHotel rates in Charlotte, N.C., have in some cases quadrupled during the Democratic National Convention, according to local media reports.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/QuickMobile-Names-PhoCusWright-Founder-Philip-C--Wolf-Chairman-of-the-Board/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/QuickMobile-Names-PhoCusWright-Founder-Philip-C--Wolf-Chairman-of-the-Board/smfeedback@ntmllc.com ()Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:15:00 GMTProducts and ServicesThe travel industry visionary joins QuickMobile's leadership team as the company focuses on expansion.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/White-Lodging-Planning-Second-Nashville-Hotel-/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/White-Lodging-Planning-Second-Nashville-Hotel-/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:55:00 GMTSouthWhite Lodging Services Corp. of Merrillville, Ind., is rumored to be exploring plans to build a new four-star hotel in downtown Nashville.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/Spirit-Airlines-Expands-Discount-Service-From-Dallas/Fort-Worth/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/Spirit-Airlines-Expands-Discount-Service-From-Dallas/Fort-Worth/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:35:00 GMTSouthBeginning this winter, discount carrier Spirit Airlines will service four new markets from Dallas/Fort Worth.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/PCMA-Gives-Donald-S--Freeman-Jr--Lifetime-Achievement-Award/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/PCMA-Gives-Donald-S--Freeman-Jr--Lifetime-Achievement-Award/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 10 Jan 2012 11:50:00 GMTProducts and ServicesThe Professional Convention Management Association has honored Donald S. Freeman Jr. with the PCMA Lifetime Achievement Award.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Presentation-Solutions/Articles/EventMobi-Launches-Mobile-Gaming-App-for-Events-Industry/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Presentation-Solutions/Articles/EventMobi-Launches-Mobile-Gaming-App-for-Events-Industry/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 10 Jan 2012 11:30:00 GMTMeetings TechEventMobi has launched what it claims is the world's first smartphone-based gaming app designed exclusively for event professionals.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Kalahari-Resort-Unveils-Its-Newly-Expanded-Convention-Center-in-Sandusky,-Ohio/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Kalahari-Resort-Unveils-Its-Newly-Expanded-Convention-Center-in-Sandusky,-Ohio/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Andrea Doyle)Tue, 10 Jan 2012 06:45:00 GMTMidWestA $22 million expansion doubles size of convention center. http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Travel-Employment-Ends-2011-on-High-Note/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Research-White-Papers/Articles/Travel-Employment-Ends-2011-on-High-Note/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:00:00 GMTResearch and White PapersEmployment in the travel industry rebounded in December, rising by 7,000 to 7.5 million, according to the U.S. Travel Association.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Site-Selection/Articles/Cvent-Helps-Drive-Meetings-Business-to-Mexico/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Site-Selection/Articles/Cvent-Helps-Drive-Meetings-Business-to-Mexico/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Mon, 09 Jan 2012 11:35:00 GMTDestination InformationMeetings technology company Cvent says its year-long partnership with Mexico Meetings Network has helped increase the flow of meetings and events south of the border.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-West/Articles/Legendary-Entertainment-Producer-Larry-Lee-Passes/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-West/Articles/Legendary-Entertainment-Producer-Larry-Lee-Passes/smfeedback@ntmllc.com ()Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:05:00 GMTWestLee was a noted leader in the Las Vegas entertainment and business community.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Presentation-Solutions/Articles/Virtual-Edge-Institute-Releases-Top-7-Predictions-for-Virtual-Meeting-Technology-in-2012/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Presentation-Solutions/Articles/Virtual-Edge-Institute-Releases-Top-7-Predictions-for-Virtual-Meeting-Technology-in-2012/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:05:00 GMTMeetings Tech"The New Year brings new possibilities for virtual meeting technologies and virtual meeting organizers," reports the Virtual Edge Institute.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/DMAI-to-Launch-New-Destination-Marketing-Website/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/DMAI-to-Launch-New-Destination-Marketing-Website/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Fri, 06 Jan 2012 09:45:00 GMTProducts and ServicesDestination Marketing Association International has selected Miles Media to design a new website for the organization and its DMO membership.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Presentation-Solutions/Articles/Active-Network-Acquires-StarCite/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Presentation-Solutions/Articles/Active-Network-Acquires-StarCite/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Thu, 05 Jan 2012 11:15:00 GMTMeetings TechMeetings technology company StarCite has been acquired by Active Network, a San Diego-based provider of cloud-based event management applications.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Presentation-Solutions/Articles/Eved-Raises-$9-5-Million-to-Expand-Web-Based-Meetings-Marketplace/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Presentation-Solutions/Articles/Eved-Raises-$9-5-Million-to-Expand-Web-Based-Meetings-Marketplace/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Thu, 05 Jan 2012 10:55:00 GMTMeetings TechEved has raised $9.5 million in venture capital to fund an expansion of its web-based meetings marketplace.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/meeting-facilities-/Articles/Loews-Hotels-Names-New-President-and-CEO/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/meeting-facilities-/Articles/Loews-Hotels-Names-New-President-and-CEO/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Wed, 04 Jan 2012 11:00:00 GMTHotel UpdatesEffective Jan. 17, Paul W. Whetsell will join Loews Hotels as its new president and CEO.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Presentation-Solutions/Articles/Sabre-Partners-With-Glowpoint-to-Offer-Cloud-Based-Videoconferencing/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Presentation-Solutions/Articles/Sabre-Partners-With-Glowpoint-to-Offer-Cloud-Based-Videoconferencing/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Wed, 04 Jan 2012 10:45:00 GMTMeetings TechSabre Travel Network has partnered with Glowpoint Inc. to integrate cloud-based videoconferencing into Sabre Virtual Meetings, its videoconferencing booking platform.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Hyatt-Donates-to-Kansas-City-Skywalk-Memorial/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Hyatt-Donates-to-Kansas-City-Skywalk-Memorial/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 03 Jan 2012 16:10:00 GMTMidWestHyatt Hotels & Resorts has donated $25,000 toward the construction of a memorial at the site of the infamous 1981 skywalk collapse in Kansas City, Mo.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Detroit-s-Cobo-Center-Adopts-Construction-Mascot--COBOTRON/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Detroit-s-Cobo-Center-Adopts-Construction-Mascot--COBOTRON/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:20:00 GMTMidWestThe Cobo Conference & Exhibition Center in downtown Detroit has a new construction mascot that will present the facility's renovations to visitors.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Carlson-s-Minneapolis-Headquarters-Earns-LEED-Certification/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Carlson-s-Minneapolis-Headquarters-Earns-LEED-Certification/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 03 Jan 2012 14:35:00 GMTMidWestThe world headquarters of hospitality giant Carlson, located in Minneapolis, has earned LEED Silver certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Kansas-City-CVA-Names-New-Vice-President-of-Convention-Sales/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/Kansas-City-CVA-Names-New-Vice-President-of-Convention-Sales/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 03 Jan 2012 14:05:00 GMTMidWestThe Kansas City Convention & Visitors Association in Kansas City, Mo., has hired John Heeney as its new vice president of convention sales.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/New-Ballroom-Planned-for-Historic-Fort-Wayne-Hotel/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/New-Ballroom-Planned-for-Historic-Fort-Wayne-Hotel/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 03 Jan 2012 13:35:00 GMTMidWestOwners of the historic Embassy Theatre in downtown Fort Wayne, Ind., plan to build a new two-story ballroom at the adjacent hotel.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/Jan--24--Airlines-Required-to-Include-Taxes,-Fees-in-Advertised-Fares/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/Jan--24--Airlines-Required-to-Include-Taxes,-Fees-in-Advertised-Fares/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 03 Jan 2012 09:50:00 GMTProducts and ServicesBeginning Jan. 24, U.S. airlines will be required to include all government taxes and fees in advertised airfares.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/HSMAI-Announces-Dates,-Locations-for-2012--MEET--Events/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Event-Management-Compaines/Articles/HSMAI-Announces-Dates,-Locations-for-2012--MEET--Events/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Matt Alderton)Tue, 03 Jan 2012 09:05:00 GMTProducts and ServicesThe Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International has released the 2012 dates and locations of its "MEET" series of events for meeting planners.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-West/Articles/Hyatt-Regency-Waikiki-Beach-Awarded-Four-Green-Keys/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-West/Articles/Hyatt-Regency-Waikiki-Beach-Awarded-Four-Green-Keys/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Andrea Doyle)Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:20:00 GMTWestFor the second year in a row the hotel has achieved this recognition.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Presentation-Solutions/Articles/Virtual-Event-Trends-for-2012/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Conference-News/Presentation-Solutions/Articles/Virtual-Event-Trends-for-2012/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Agatha Gilmore)Tue, 03 Jan 2012 05:35:00 GMTMeetings TechHere's what's in and what's out in the world of virtual meetings.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Event-Planning/Conferences/Articles/Convention-Services-Managers-of-the-Year/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Event-Planning/Conferences/Articles/Convention-Services-Managers-of-the-Year/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Andrea Doyle)Mon, 02 Jan 2012 11:05:00 GMTEvent ProductionThey are your partners, your logistics experts, your go-to people, and here are 
the three best of 2011.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-West/Articles/Portland-and-Seattle-Are-Ramping-Up-for-2012/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-West/Articles/Portland-and-Seattle-Are-Ramping-Up-for-2012/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Kinley Welly)Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:45:00 GMTWestThe cities of the Pacific Northwest are getting 2012 off to an exciting start.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/Sustainability,-Tar-Heel-Style/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-South/Articles/Sustainability,-Tar-Heel-Style/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Andrea Doyle)Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:35:00 GMTSouthGoing green in the land of Carolina blue.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-West/Articles/Long-Beach--A-Downtown-Anchor/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-West/Articles/Long-Beach--A-Downtown-Anchor/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Leo Jakobson)Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:20:00 GMTWestLong Beach, CA has been steadily improving the area around the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center for years.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/3-Days-in-Detroit/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Destinations/Meetings-Midwest/Articles/3-Days-in-Detroit/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Joanne Keo)Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMTMidWestDetroit, no stranger to bootstrapping, is once again carving out a dynamic identity for itself.http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Event-Planning/Attrition/Articles/Contracting-for-Trouble--What-We-Can-Learn-From-Muffingate/http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Event-Planning/Attrition/Articles/Contracting-for-Trouble--What-We-Can-Learn-From-Muffingate/smfeedback@ntmllc.com (Leo Jakobson)Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMTNegotiation and ContractsThe Muffingate scandal last fall demonstrates the need for clearer meetings contracts.