The business of getting to and from a meeting isn't the piece of cake it used to be. Recent case in point: For the January Professional Convention Management Association's annual meeting, my boss and I had to arrive at the airport on a Sunday...
In early September the Convention Industry Council was set to send a promotional brochure inviting industry professionals to attend its annual one-day Summit in December in Chicago. The meeting focuses on critical issues facing the industry. But...
Steeped in Southern charm, yet strikingly contemporary in its facilities and services, Gaylord Opryland is the largest combined hotel and convention center in the world. It features 30 retail shops, 10 restaurants, five lounges, and nine acres of...
Feedback is essential in determining what the audience wants. Among other things, it helps to measure comprehension and encourages participation. But measuring these responses isn't always easy. A show of hands may not be accurate, and paper...
Nestled among 275 of its own wooded acres along the shoreline of scenic Delavan Lake, the resort provides a relaxed and rustic setting for meetings while offering a wealth of modern features...
With attendance expected to be down by 20 percent or more at many association events this year, the talk of the town is all about how to boost attendance with better marketing. This special section on “Marketing 2002” surveys industry pros for...
