Who’s On PlannerMix: Brandi Hamerstone: Out and about in the community…

Who’s On PlannerMix: Suzanne Axt: Out and about in the community…

2010 Event Design Trends From CORT and Steve Kemble:

Speak Up: Overcome Your Fears: How meeting and event professionals can conquer public speaking jitters.

ICCA, IMEX and Fast Future Announce Meetings and Conventions 2020 Study:

Where Will You Be In 2010?:

Who’s On PlannerMix: Kinga Hutchinson: Out and about in the community…

You Want Me to Pay What?! Part III: Views and opinions about “extra” exhibiting expenses.

Exceptionally Unique: Orchid Resorts & Escapes: A few questions with... Christina Willett, senior sales and marketing manager.

Balancing Work and Personal Life: Tips built from 17+ years of experience.

New and Improved CMP Application to Launch on January 1:

Ovation Global DMC Names Rob Davidson Most Huggable Person of 2009:

The Art of Meeting Planner Identification: And a few thoughts on taking ownership of issues.

GMIC Invites Sponsors to “Scale it Up” at the Sustainable Meetings Conference: Two-For-One sponsorship equals opportunity for two attendees and one exhibiting company.

Strategies For Your Special Event: Part IX of an event resources series from One Smooth Stone.

Ovation Global DMC Launches the Huggability Award:

Cost Control Is Not a Luxury: Six must-have tips for controlling small business costs.

IMEX Launches New U.S. Show: IMEX America:

MTO Summit Addresses Critical Issues and Stirs the Pot: Presenters focus on the future of face-to-face events.

hinton+grusich Unveils Video from Grassroots "Recovery Soapbox" Initiative: Interviews with meeting pros designed to support leaders across the U.S.

Working With Talent for Your Event: Part VII of an event resource series from One Smooth Stone.

Hyatt Introduces New and Improved Resources and Proprietary Tools for Meetings:

Incorporating Interactivity Into Your Event: Part V of an event resources series from One Smooth Stone.

Incentive Research Foundation's 17th Annual Incentive Invitational to be Held in May:

Web Conferences: Where to Start?: Q&A with Roger Courville of 1080 Group.

The Motivation Show 2009: Still the Place to Be: Annual gathering brings together MICE buyers and suppliers.

The Top Six Things That Can Hurt Your Business: Don't let these items slip off your company radar.

Global Agency Grass Roots Eventcom Signs Partnership With ReviewEvents:

Global Launch of Seasite.com to Revolutionize Cruise Meetings Industry:

Mastering the Awards Ceremony: Part IV of an event resources series from One Smooth Stone.

Three Innovative Products Win The Motivation Show’s People’s Choice Awards:

The Motivation Show Announces Schedule Changes for 2010:

Who’s On PlannerMix: Renee Miner: Out and about in the community…

Make the Most of the Space for Your Event: Part III of an event resources series from One Smooth Stone.

National Event Caps Successful Year for HSMAI's Affordable Meetings:

Mexico Pavilion Showcases the “Magic of Mexico”: The Motivation Show keeps suppliers coming back for more.

GSA Releases FY 2010 Federal Per Diem Rates:

MPI Adds Global Training Center at Ryerson University:

The Mexico Tourism Board Participates in the 2009 Edition of The Motivation Show: Mexico will showcase its top incentive travel destinations and feature some of its newest developments on the rise.

The Mexico Tourism Board Presents: "Proving Your Meeting's Value":

Who’s On PlannerMix: De-de Mulligan, CMP, CMM: Out and about in the community…

Influenza Pandemic Plan for Show Organizers Now Available From IAEE:

Prepare Effective Presentations for Your Event: Part II of an event resources series.

Affordable Meetings Keynote: Industry is “Too Big to Fail”: Annual HSMAI event brings together planners and suppliers.

A First-Timer’s Look at Affordable Meetings National: One planner explores annual Washington, D.C. meetings industry event.

Planning Your Life Event: Part I: Take the time to focus on you.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation Recognized as "Best Place to Launch a Career":

Corporate Travel Leaders Gather in Canberra: NBTA Asia Pacific Regional Business Travel Conference draws 200 attendees.

Create Compelling Video for Your Event: Part I of an event resources series.

Use Industry Conventions to Propel Your Business: Six tips for getting the most out of your attendance.

CIC Task Force Launches Messaging Project on the Value of Face-to-Face Meetings:

Get Ready for Busy Conference Season: Upcoming events contain green components.

UNWTO Prepares for the Challenges Ahead:

Who’s On PlannerMix: Kathleen Clickett: Out and about in the community…

Centralizing Conference Communities: A PlannerWire technology review: Conference 2.0 from Omnipress.

HSMAI Survey Says: Technology Can't Replace Face-to-Face Meetings:

Are You Attracting Buzz?:

An Overflow Room for the World: A PlannerWire technology review: VirtualU from Digitell, Inc.

Get a Jump on 2010: Make the Case to Meet Now: Three steps to proving the value of meetings.

Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort to Host 2009 Luxury Meetings Summit:

American Express Business Travel Launches New Research Practice:

Who’s On PlannerMix: Alicia Whalen: Out and about in the community…

20 Reasons to Attend HSMAI's Affordable Meetings National:

Chicago Meeting and Hospitality Professionals to Gather at Hard Rock Café :

Everything Events Sponsors Advertising Experience That Gives Back to Community:

Five Expenses to Avoid When Starting a Business: Save some cash by cutting out some of the flash.

NBTA Chapters Reveal Award and Scholarship Recipients:

MeCo Says Yes2Meetings: Industry community to develop a voice for meetings.

Survey Reveals Ways to Avoid Business Travel Mishaps:

The ABCs of RFPs: What you need to include on your next request for proposal.

Are You Covered?: Don’t let international insurance issues surprise you.

Creating Great Vendor Relationships: Six tips for evaluating professionalism.

Getting That Perfect Client:

Planners Get Down to Business at HSMAI's Affordable Meetings® West:

Expand Your Event Planning Knowledge: Acquire the education you need to develop your career.

Who’s On PlannerMix: Liz King: Out and about in the community…

Looking Ahead: "We Are On a Timeline": Q&A with Mitchell Beer, CMM, President and CEO of The Conference Publishers, Inc.

Who’s On PlannerMix: Rebecca Takemoto: Out and about in the community…

Best Practices for the Meetings Industry: Leaders provide tips, observations, and opinions.

Change the Way You Think About Meetings: ICCA CEO discusses evolution of the events industry.

Making the Case for Association Meetings: CEO of ASAE discusses issues facing the association market.

“Instead of Cowering in Fear, We Must Stand Up”: Site International CEO urges industry to embrace TARP guidelines.

Incentives and Events? ¡Viva México!: Industry leaders, planners, and suppliers gather at Meeting Place Mexico.

What Could Possibly Go Wrong? Part III: Industry pros tell all about their worst event blunders.

Schooling, Certification, or None of the Above?: Education options for the beginning event planner.

What Could Possibly Go Wrong? Part II: Industry pros tell all about their worst event blunders.

Who’s On PlannerMix: Van Nguyen: Out and about in the community…

Do You Want to Travel for a Living?: Your preferences can help you to identify your ideal career.

Measure Your Marketing: Higher price can mean lower cost; do you know the difference?

What Could Possibly Go Wrong? Part I: Industry pros tell all about their worst event blunders.

Ethics and the Meeting Planner: The impact of gifts and goodies.

You're Invited to the Philippines in July!:

Clients: Are They Not That into You?: Stay connected during rough economic times.

Who’s On PlannerMix: Andy Sharpe: Out and about in the community…

Coping With Recession-Related Fear:

PlannerWire Invites You to Test Drive the New Industry Job Board:

No Experience? Volunteer!: Break into the field from the ground up.

Travel Industry One Step Closer to Identifying "Face of Travel": Contest to identify new spokesperson receives hundreds of video submissions.

Event Planning: Promising? Yes. Glamorous? No.: Industry pros speak out on perception vs. reality.

Who’s On PlannerMix: Adam Suellentrop: Out and about in the community…

Stop Sabotaging Your Success: Distinguishing successful event planners from the rest.

Who’s On PlannerMix: Nicole Marsh, CMP, DMCP: Out and about in the community…

Plan Your Meetings Launches Social Network for Meeting Planners:

Who’s On PlannerMix: Sara Slow, CMP: Out and about in the community…

Why Etiquette Matters: Meeting and event professionals are always on center stage.

Working With "Backseat Planners": How to handle difficult or demanding clients.

$5,000 To the "Face of Travel":

“Energy Was High” at HSMAI’s Affordable Meetings®: Mid-America event presents free education and networking for meetings professionals.

Who’s On PlannerMix: Heather Solomon: Out and about in the community…

Destination Halifax Launches Halifax, Nova Scotia Photo Contest :

Who’s On PlannerMix: Deborah Cohen, CMM: Out and about in the community…

Who’s On PlannerMix: Sarah Albrecht: Out and about in the community…

Travel Industry Launches Nationwide Hunt for New Spokespeople : ‘Faces of Travel’ Highlights Workers Affected by Assault on Business Meetings, Need for Policies that Promote Travel

USA TODAY Launches Online Business Traveler Community:

Who’s On PlannerMix: Tonya Hawes: Out and about in the community…

Marriott Rewards(R) Offers Three Nights for the Price of Two at Resorts Around the Globe:

ACE USA Introduces a Comprehensive Global Travel Program for the Higher Education Community:

American Airlines Offers Women Travelers Special Admirals Club Offer and New AA.com/women Online Content:

Baltimore Survey Finds Americans Not Cutting Travel Plans but Seeking Ways to Save Money:

Kayak.com Launches World's Largest Hotel Information Site:

Marriott Makes the Top 10 List of Companies for Executive Women:

Who’s On PlannerMix: Midori Connolly: Out and about in the community…

Our Name is Legion, and We Need Work: For many industry professionals, unemployment woes continue unabated.

Top 10 Online Job Search Tips:

Concepts Worldwide Announces Professional Certifications of Employees:

Who’s On PlannerMix: Carole Rosenblat: Out and about in the community…

The Gift of GAB – A Fable for St. Patrick’s Day : How Goals, Attitude, Behavior can help BEAT the recession

Who’s On PlannerMix: Christie Blake, CMP: Out and about in the community…

Meeting Pro Urges Colleagues: “Pick That Mantle Up”: With many out of work, it’s time to educate the public.

Ask Crucial Questions About Your Provider Before Buying Travel Insurance: Be Sure Your Travel Insurance Company Is Insured and Reputable Before Buying

Marriott Rewards Adds Japan Airlines as a Partner: Members Can Now Earn Miles at 33 Different Airlines

Marriott Rewards Has the Key to 600 Airport VIP Lounges: Marriott Rewards adds Priority Pass as a new redemption option

Meetings Under Attack: Industry professionals speak out on media, government impact.

Simultravel GPS Awarded Top 10 Best iPhone Travel Application: Travelers with iPhones can now locate the best hotel at the best rate

Cape Cod Chamber Announces 2009 Cape Cod Travel Guide / New Meeting Planner Website:

Out of Work? Just Have Faith!: How one pro copes, looks ahead.

HSMAI's Affordable Meetings Mid-America Offers Attendees Cost-Effective Solutions:

e-dmc: The Meeting Industry’s Economic Stimulus:

Mariott Chef on Hell's Kitchen!:

Hammacher Schlemmer Introduces the Covert Carry-On :

The 2009 New York Times Travel Show Announces February 6 Travel Industry Conference at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center : Keynote Speaker is Daniel Levine Executive Director, The Avant-Guide Institute

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants Named to Fortune's 2009 “100 Best Companies to Work For” List : Broad Recognition of Kimpton as a Top Employer Demonstrates Company’s Commitment to Employees

Philly Jumps Three Spots To The 13th Most Visited Gay-Friendly Destination in the U.S. : Study Shows Dramatic Increase in Total Visitation By Gays And Lesbians

Travel Assistance Offers Safety Net to Employees Who Travel:

Trace Ltd. Event Design Specialists is Expanding During Economic Uncertainty : Hires World-Renowned Floral Designer, Cory Lonsert

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Names New Managing Director for China :

COMFORT FOOD FOR A CAUSE= SMACKDOWN 2009: Celebrity Chefs and Amateurs Compete for Chicago’s Best Mac and Cheese to benefit Organic School Project

Baldwin Named CFO at Tropicana Entertainment :

Doug Carrillo of Desires Hotels Collection Receives HSMAI Adrian Award : Recognized for Extraordinary Sales and Marketing Strategies for Boutique

Effective January 12th US Immigration Has More Regulations for Visitors from Visa Waiver Countries:

Reception at the Italian Culinary Academy to Launch the 2009 International Day of Italian Cuisines: Reception at the Italian Culinary Academy to Launch the 2009 International Day of Italian Cuisines

Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts Wins Prestigious Top Employers Award TM in China:

Hilton Family Hotels Tone up with Fitness By Precor : More Than 500 New Fitness Centers Deliver Promise of Superior Fitness Experience

Experient Team Adds Three Members :

Blette, Ismail and Zabinski join Experient Independent Sales Team:

Greektown Casino-Hotel Begins Training 170 New Employees: Casino Still Hiring 150 More for Opening of Hotel in February

MEETING PROFESSIONALS INTERNATIONAL NAMES TREY FEILER CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER: Leader Tapped to Build on MPI’s Momentum

Move Relationships to Partnerships:

Niles Harris Named General Manager Of The Sheraton Atlanta Hotel :

The “New Normal Leadership”: Focusing on Feedforward, Not Just Feedback

Tips For Planning International Programs:

International Recognition for USA Based Trade Show Designer:

Deborah Cavanagh Appointed National Sales Manager at the Clearwater Beach Marriott Suites on Sand Key:

PlanetEye’s Guide to the Best Airport Restaurants: Local Experts Recommend Where to Have a Bite before a Flight

Hispanic Hotel Group To Open Its Seventh Marriott in Seven Years: SpringHill Suites to Debut in Miami's Health District Next Year

Windsor Capital Group Welcomes Craig Stechman to Lead Their New Sales and Marketing Strategy:

David DeFossey Named Director, Sales Development - National Accounts for South African Airways’ North American Market :

Lug Your Luggage Safely : Carrying and Lifting Tips to Keep you Injury-free this Holiday Season

The New Fusion Canvas/Leather Solar Messenger Bag by Eclipse Solar Gear: Charges Cell Phones, MP3 Players, Rechargeable Batteries

Flight Delays Contributing to Drinking and Espionage: From Drinking Too Much and Talking to Strangers to Leaving the Airport

National Event Staffing Achieves Milestone of 40,000 Staff on Roster for United States and Canada: National Event Staffing has over 40,000 event staff and promotional models on their roster across the USA and Canada

Panama City Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau Sports Marketing Director Inducted to National Softball Assn. (NSA) Hall of Fame : NSA Honors Richard Sanders for Lifetime Achievement in Sports and Recreation

Theme Building: TIE THE FUN INTO THE MEETING.

13 Black- Belt Meeting Moves: ADVANCING YOUR CAREER

Appreciative Teambuilding:

Art-themed Venues:

Art-themed Venues:

Auto-themed Venues:

Backstage: Championship Event

Booth Behavior:

Complete Meetings?:

Cultural Venues:

Evaluating Events: NOT SURE IF YOUR EVENT MET EXPECTATIONS? ASK!

Exhibiting Dos and Don’ts: 27 TIPS FOR GETTING THE BEST OUT OF A TRADESHOW APPEARANCE.

Family Matters, Too:

Friendly People:

Going To a Tradeshow? Do It Right!: KEEP THESE POINTS IN MIND WHEN YOU CONSIDER ATTENDING.

Green Screening:

Greening Events: Kermit was Right: Green Can Be Cool

Historical Venues:

Let it Snow: For Incentives, This is as Cool as It Gets

Local Louisville:

Making a Connection:

Meeting Blunders 101: AVOID THESE MEETING MISTAKES.

Meeting Mistakes to Avoid:

Networking It: Attract More Business with the Six Laws of Effortless Networking

Pampering With Personality:

Pick Your Pampering Touches:

Q&A With... Jennifer Hollander:

Railroad Venues:

Realistic Tradeshow Budgets: WAYS TO AVOID NICKEL-AND-DIMING YOURSELF.

Return on Investment: ICEBREAKERS:

Revenue on the Rise:

Show Them You Care:

That’s Show Biz!: HIRING AND PRODUCING BIG-NAME ENTERTAINMENT AT SPECIAL EVENTS.

The Final Calculation: Case Study: Finding the Annual Conference’s ROI

The Local Flavor:

Use Your Destination!: 5 TIPS FOR SITE SUCCESS.

Water-themed Venues:

What Makes a Great Team?:

Wild Venues:

Balancing Behavior:

CME Grants Under Fire:

Live to Work:

Roads Into CVBs: YOU DON’T ALWAYS HAVE TO LOOK FAR…

Say Something Funny!: THE USE OF HUMOR

Shades of Gray: Planners must self-police when it comes to matters of ethics.

Show Me the Money: Understand the collections process.

Whose Idea Was This, Anyway?:

You might be a lifer if…:

V!VA Travel Guides Releases Most-Up-to-Date Guidebook to Navigate Colombia:

Document Requirements: WHTI outlines new rules for air travel.

Passport Confusion: Most Americans don’t know about new WHTI passport requirements.

Road Warriors Speak Out: When you must travel…

Security Tips for Air Travel: Before You Leave

Travel: Security-smart Giveaways: Keep heightened airport security in mind and avoid the

Traveling Pets: Many properties now allow pets to come along.

Ronald M. Melton Named Executive Vice President for Travel Portland:

Success Tips for Meeting Planners: Working with Suppliers

10 Secrets of Super Successful Meeting Planners: Success Takes Work

A Planner's Footsteps: Jaime Barnhart shares her story as she transitions from government to association planning

A Road More Traveled: Does it take an industry to teach a meeting planner?

Creating Solutions: Four industry veterans set out to make a difference

Executive Humor: They Should Know Better

Hall of Fame 2007:

Hard Laughter: The benefits of humor at conferences and conventions

If You Don't Make Waves You'll Drown: Remove the Burden of a Bad Manager

Making Fun of Meetings: It's time to put the FUN back in FUNction

Mentoring: The Perfect Match: Meeting planning students and “newbies” have much to learn from their elders

One Giant Leap: Heather Doughlin, CMP: One pro's recent career move

Online Options: When you can’t attend…Study for CMP from home

Q&A With… Joan Eisenstodt: Beyond the Basics: An industry leader discusses the importance of education for planners.

Road Warriors Speak Out: When you must travel... Planners share tips and stories.

Roosevelt University: A Proud Tradition: How can planners learn? By going to school!

Seriously, : Put some fun in the workplace environment

Starting Over: One planner faced disaster head-on to save a meeting

Ten Inside Tips for Meeting Planners on How to Work with Speakers: There are many things to consider when working with speakers. Here are some quick tips to help things run smoothly

The Art of Net-WORKING:

The “Real” Meeting Planning Timeline: The real meeting planner!

Modern Meeting Planning: It's not just overheads and transparencies anymore!

Let's Quit Meeting Like This!: