Congratulations to the 30 properties chosen as Premium Circle Award winners in 2001, the 10th year of our awards program. Launched in 1992, these awards recognize outstanding meeting facilities preferred by insurance and financial services meeting...

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The realm of AV has grown to encompass a wide range of new technology. Here is a glossary to help you communicate your needs effectively. If you need to define a technical term not mentioned below, go to http://whatis.techtarget.com, which has an...

The Americans with Disabilities Act was passed in 1990 to ensure that, regardless of their capabilities, everyone — including meeting attendees — should be treated fairly and equally. What under the ADA is specifically required of planners? And...

Given the harsh realities facing insurers, particularly after September 11, the seven staffers in the Fireman's Fund meetings and travel management department were bracing themselves for some thinning of their ranks. But no one expected five of...

The resort, one of the finest meeting properties in Mexico, now has two group/meeting facilities — a state-of-the-art conference center (capacity 2,680 people) and a new exhibition center (capacity 5,580 people)...

The Dallas Convention and Visitors Bureau announces two recent promotions: Deborah Burleson is now director, national accounts — corporate/East Coast; and Lisa Parman has taken on the role of director, national accounts — corporate/West Coast...

The hotel's recent $85 million renovation includes a major lobby redesign and two new floors of meeting facilities. Located at Rockefeller Center, the hotel is just a block from Fifth Avenue shopping...

The Villas of Grand Cypress offer planners secluded convenience for meetings, world-class amenities, and a variety of accommodation options, all within walking distance of the 45-hole, Jack Nicklaus — designed golf course and exceptional...