The latest Pulse Survey of 246 incentive buyers and suppliers by the Incentive Research Foundation saw a downturn in how respondents are feeling about the economy and future incentive travel plans....More
If there’s one word that describes the current state of the meetings industry as 2012 comes to a close, it’s this: “flat.” And as organizations look toward 2013—and specifically the potential for higher taxes and spending cuts from the “fiscal cliff”—that word could quickly become “downturn.”...More
Today's tougher meeting negotiating environment represents hotels trying to restore equilibrium, not hotels getting overly aggressive. That's the pitch Michael Dominguez, senior vice president, MGM Resorts, made to attendees at the recent Financial & Insurance Conference Planners Association annual conference....More
Bet you didn't know she has an uncanny ability to read people's intentions—and she would love to live on the water one day (with a mountain view, of course)...More
With more than 675 planners and hospitality partners in attendance, the Financial & Insurance Conference Planners 2012 Annual Conference came alive at the JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE. Our photo gallery reveals members hard at work in education sessions and networking events.
Increase your booking window and tie events to objectives: Two pieces of advice from U.S. Travel's Roger Dow to more than 675 attendees at the 2012 Financial & Insurance Conference Planners Annual Conference in Los Angeles....More
QuickMobile has just announced a do-it-yourself product that makes it less expensive and easier for organizations that need multiple meeting apps....More
In addition to nearly record attendance of more than 675 planners and hospitality partners at its 2012 Annual Conference, Financial & Insurance Conference Planners announced it has reached a milestone of 600 members. We’re on the scene at the JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE....More
Those with established strategic meetings management programs are faced with ever-evolving challenges—data management and reporting, payment solutions, and global expansion among them. This webinar will tap into the expertise of two senior meeting managers with years of experience developing and maturing their SMMPs....More
Interview with Shelia Cleary, Director, Recognition & Conferences, National Life Group, Montpelier, Vermont, and FICP Northeast Region Vice Chair...More
Why do we meet? To learn, network, collaborate, and have fun. And sometimes to give back, as Dana Devoe (pictured, at left) and Kristal Cardoni, of Fidelity Investments did during FICP's build-a-bear project....More
Financial and insurance companies, many of which spurned overseas meetings in the years after the mortgage crisis, now are booking incentive programs throughout Europe....More
Meeting planners and Ritz-Carlton representatives talked trends at this year's Insurance Advisory Board meeting, including Pam Ferguson of Ritz-Carlton (pictured, left) and Daniele Menache of AllianceBernstein...More
Natalie Wilson, CMP, RBC Global Asset Management Inc., offers a recap of the compelling speakers and top-notch networking attendees experienced in Niagara Falls, Ontario....More
