Meetings Events

News16 Ways to Make Your Event More LGBTQ+ Inclusive

Keep these tips in mind when planning live, virtual or hybrid gatherings.

Jun 1, 2022

Ditch the traditional educational session and instead give these interactive learning activities a try at your next gathering.

Mar 10, 2022

NewsHow to Plan Introvert-Friendly Networking Breaks

Four tips for engaging even the most reserved attendees.

Jan 13, 2022

Cover Story: Striking a Balance

With the faintest hint of light leaking over the horizon in a Seattle suburb, Molly King's alarm clock buzzes, announcing that 5:30 a.m. has arrived....

By Robert Carey | October 1, 2007

Mouth for Sale: Eric Alva, trailblazer

Ask Eric Alva about his Iraq War experience and he responds dryly, "Part of me didn't make it home." Specifically, that would be half of his right leg...

By Kinley Levack | October 1, 2007

Planner's Workshop: On Site: Stop Meaningless Teambuilding

The Wall Street Journal columnist Jared Sandberg began the New Year by suggesting that corporations resolve to "lose the goofy teambuilding exercises"...

By James Carter | October 1, 2007

Planner's Workshop: Pre-Event: Building Media Hype for Special Events

If your meeting or special event warrants publicity and media attention (for example, if it features a celebrity, an expert in the field, or a...

By George Haber | October 1, 2007

Meetings Law: Flying a new flag

Know your rights when your hotel changes ownership

By Ben Tesdahl, Esq. | September 21, 2007

Planner Spotlight: Here Come the Brides

Seven brides for . . . one event coordinator. And all on the same day.

By Sara J. Welch | September 19, 2007

Planner's Workshop: Tools of the Trade - 2007-09-18

Avoid bedbugs; compress Power Point