June 1, 2011

Cover story

The Power of Religious Meetings

Tough economic times have put a damper on faith-based meetings, but RCMA's member survey shows that religious conferences continue to be a strong component of U.S. meetings...

Editors Note

Back of the House at RCMA: Why Religious Meetings Are Important

Every planner worth his or her salt knows the bottom line for a meeting isn't about numbers, such as registration fees, room rates, attendance, etc. It's...

RCM Info

Inside the CMP Conclave

I have been privileged to attend every CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) Conclave since the Convention Industry Council kicked off the program...

Member News, Information, and Resources

2012 RCMA Exhibitors, Philadelphia Church of God Picks Tampar for Meetings, Orange County Convention Center Names New Sales Execs...

Connections

RCMA Meeting Planner Profile: Ryan Lewis

Ryan Lewis attended the National Association of Free Will Baptists’ annual convention as a baby. Now he’s running the show...

SMG to Run McCormick Place; GM Stays On

The Metropolitan Pier and Exhibition Authority has tapped SMG, the world’s largest manager of public assembly facilities and convention centers, operating 220 worldwide...

Catholic Conference Grows with Change

The economy may still be putting a damper on meetings business, but many religious conferences are seeing strong and steady growth...

Features

Lessons

Legal Ease by James Goldberg: Social Media and the Law

If you plan to use social media to promote your meetings, review your organization’s risk management policies before you go online....

Common Mistakes Made by New Meeting Planners: Part 1

Whether you are new to the meeting planning profession or you have worked in this dynamic industry for many years, it is important to know that mistakes can and will happen...

8 Tips for Getting the Perfect Speaker

Get everyone on the same page Confirm the objective of the meeting or event, its size and scope, and the makeup of your audience. This is a critical foundation...

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