Industry

CEIR Seats New Board
The Center for Exhibition Industry Research (CEIR) has selected its 2010 board of directors.
CVB Objects to MTV's 'Jersey Shore'
Following its Dec. 3 premiere, New Jersey's Jersey Shore Convention and Visitors Bureau called MTV's new "Jersey Shore" reality series "one-dimensional" and "dramatized."
DMAI: More Than 100 DMOs Accredited
More than 100 destination marketing organizations have been accredited under Destination Marketing Association International's Destination Marketing Accreditation Program.
IMEX Announces New, Expanded 2010 Programs
IMEX will expand several of its most popular programs next year, and also add several new ones, including a groundbreaking study into the future of meetings and events.
ACTE Commences Executive Director Search
The Association of Corporate Travel Executives has officially commenced its search for a new executive director.
Despite Continued Declines, Airlines Report Emerging Recovery
Although reports of industry declines persist, U.S. airlines yesterday indicated that they're nonetheless seeing signs of an emerging 2010 recovery.
Groupe Aeroplan Completes Carlson Marketing Buy
Canada-based loyalty management company Groupe Aeroplan has announced the completion of its acquisition of Carlson Marketing.
EIBTM 2009 Closes, Reports Record Attendance
EIBTM concluded this week in Barcelona, where it attracted a record number of hosted buyers, pre-scheduled buyer-supplier meetings and education program attendees.
Seeking Feedback, IACC Americas Organizes Customer Roundtables
Hoping to strengthen, expand and improve the conference center concept, the Americas chapter of the International Association of Conference Centers will host a series of customer roundtables during the...
CIC Introduces New, Improved CMP Application
In response to feedback from applicants, the Convention Industry Council's board of directors has approved a new streamlined application for its Certified Meeting Professional program.
Feds Set Precedent, Enforce Airline Passenger Rights
The U.S. Department of Transportation last week levied penalties against Continental Airlines and ExpressJet Airlines for their roles in causing passengers to remain onboard an aircraft at Minnesota's...
In Corporate Espionage Suit, Hilton and Starwood Talk Settlement
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide and Hilton Hotels Corp. are "exploring the possibility of settlement" in a lawsuit alleging that two former Starwood executives used proprietary information to...
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