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NBTA Report Puts Global Business Travel Spending At Nearly $1 Trillion
A new National Business Travel Association report estimates total global business travel spending volume at $929 billion.
MPI Foundation Celebrates 25 Years of Giving, Charts Future Growth
Marking its 25th anniversary, the MPI Foundation has announced that its future focus will include a global worldview that more closely aligns with that of major corporations.
Continental Joins In Charging Additional Baggage Fee
Continental Airlines has joined several of its legacy carrier competitors in levying a $5 surcharge for passengers paying first or second bag fees at the airport.
U.S. Travel Association Endorses FAA Reauthorization Legislation
The U.S. Travel Association has announced its endorsement of Senate Bill 1451, which would modernize and improve the nation's air travel system.
HCEA Names Nancy Hoppe New President
The Healthcare Convention & Exhibitors Association has named Nancy Hoppe, CME/H, associate director, global congress and convention management for Wyeth Pharmaceuticals, its 2009-10 president.
Martiz, Freeman Announce Meetings Industry Alliance
Meetings industry leaders Maritz Travel Company and Freeman have signed an agreement to collaborate on and expand the services provided to their clients.
MPI Opens Global Training Centers
Meeting Professionals International has opened three new Global Training Centers for Meetings and Business Events, in San Diego, France and Qatar.
With New Partnerships, MPI Expands Presence in Asia
Meeting Professionals International has expanded its global presence by partnering with the Beijing Tourism Administration and the Hong Kong Tourism Board.
Motivation Show Announces Hosted, Preferred Buyer Programs
The Motivation Show has announced details of its 2009 hosted buyer program and preferred buyer program.
Keep America Meeting Wins ISES Big Apple Awards
The industry-wide Keep America Meeting campaign has been honored as the "Best Corporate Social Responsibility Initiative" and the "Best Use of Social Media" by the New York chapter of the International...
MPI Names 2009-10 Leadership
Meeting Professionals International has announced its 2009-10 Board of Directors, MPI Volunteer Chairs and MPI Foundation Global Board of Trustees.
GMIC Introduces Green Meetings Directory
In partnership with PlannerWire, the Green Meeting Industry Council has launched its Green Meetings Directory.
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