Meetings Podcast: Jake Del Nero on Adjusting to the Freelance Lifestyle

Mar 31, 2016

Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: iTunes | Android | RSS Jake's favorite quoteMike McAllen from Grass Shack Events and Media sits down with 3D rendering event artist Jake Del Nero. Jake has worked for some of the most reputa...

Cuba: When Will it Be Group-Ready?

Mar 30, 2016

As trade restrictions fall away, the island welcomes U.S. hotel companies and U.S.-Cuba cruise itineraries.

The Magic Words That Will Win Your Meeting Negotiation

Mar 30, 2016

Just say this: “Yes, my dates are flexible.” Because of course Hotel X wants your meeting! But it doesn’t love that pattern of yours. Would you consider a Sunday arrival...

Heads-Up: Free Webinar on How to Make Your Meetings—and Your Work Life—Healthier

Mar 29, 2016

I'll be moderating a half-hour free webinar this afternoon at 2 p.m. ET that I'm pretty excited about. We have nutrition and life fulfillment expert Angela Gaffney, CHC, owner, Essential Health and Wellness, and spirit strategist Holly Duckworth...

#GMID16 Anthem: Because Life's Always Brighter When We're Meeting Face to Face

Mar 28, 2016

While I can't say it brought tears to my eyes, as it did the first meeting professional who watched this video celebrating all things meetings, I love that we now have a soundtrack to go with the Global Meetings Industry Day celebrations being...

5 Ways to Ensure that the Show Will Go On

Mar 28, 2016

It’s not enough for speakers to just show up and speak—even if they’re great on stage. To provide an exceptional audience experience, meeting planners and speakers need to work together in partnership, paying attention to details...

Freeman Adds Execs to Continue Global Growth

Mar 25, 2016

Freeman has named Jeff Singsaas senior vice president, global business operations, and Adam Charles senior vice president, managing director, Asia-Pacific. Both are joining the brand experience agency FreemanXP. Singsaas, who previously was head...

One Company’s Concession Wish List: Take a Peek!

Mar 24, 2016

Best thing you ever got in a hotel negotiation? Craziest request you ever heard? Take a look at this major company’s list of 45 potential concessions.

Meetings Podcast: Why Stewart Hall Believes in Learning on the Fly

Mar 24, 2016

Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: iTunes | Android | RSS Mike McAllen of Grass Shack Media and Events talks with Stewart Hall, the creator of Rock the Stars, a company that uses the power of music to boost team performance a...

Planning Meetings Abroad? Learn a Bit of Local Language

Mar 22, 2016

When I traveled to South America for the first time in my professional career last year, I realized just how powerful language is. Unlike in much of Europe and the Carribbean, where many know English as a second language, I found that even though...