In This Issue
May 2024
It’s time to start acting like the global economic forces we are and demand the support we need to produce international events that drive business, advance science and bring people together. The May magazine is packed with the tools you need to deliver the goods, whether it is a citywide convention in an urban resort, an incentive at an integrated casino property or a "festivalized" conference for techies. You need to be empowered to deliver your message to everyone who needs to hear it. Read the stories here and share yours at the link in our Bright Perspective column.
Features
May 16, 2024
Bling Your MeetingsBright Lights, Big City Resorts
Who says urban hotels can't be high-end, luxurious and provide all the amenities attendees know and love. These urban resorts are doing away with the stereotype—and thriving in big cities…
May 6, 2024
StrategyFestivalization: To Be or Not to Be?
Event festivalization is designed to engage employees. With a deep dive into festivalization and an analysis of all that goes into it, what can meeting professionals learn from case studies…
In Every Issue
June 10, 2024
SustainabilityMs. B’s Book Club: Sustainable Meetings
Smart Meetings found these popular reads that can provide guidance to meeting professionals who consciously work toward producing sustainable meetings and events.
May 24, 2024
TechnologyMeeting of the Minds: Experts on AI
In this Meeting of the Minds, Smart Meetings sat down with Janette Roush and Sindhu Srivastava to discuss the role of AI in event planning.
May 22, 2024
Health and WellnessHealthy You: Are You Happy Yet?
Although the pursuit of happiness has been granted to every American as their inalienable right, it has been on the decline. Three books weigh in on the path to happiness.
May 20, 2024
Bling Your MeetingsThis Las Vegas Bar Wants You to Horse Around
Play Playground opened its doors inside Luxor Hotel & Casino, with the idea of bringing back the concept of play into adults’ busy lives. Jennifer Worthington, co-founder of Play Social,…
May 14, 2024
ObsessionsObsessions: Print Labels at Light Speed
Smart Meetings' May 2024 Obsessions includes shot cup-shaped cookies, a kit that'll make travel easier and a fast-acting label maker.
May 13, 2024
StrategyThe List: In the Know
People's optimal form of taking in information varies. By incorporating all learning styles into event education, planners can ensure all attendees go home satisfied they’ve comprehensively understood the content.
May 9, 2024
DiversityTake 5: Inclusion and Belonging
Dave Leong, founder and CEO of Super Creative, gives his expert insight into his thoughts on belonging and what progress for the future looks like.
May 6, 2024
Technology5 Insights for Tech Industry Events
Tech event attendees go to conferences around the world and get to experience the pinnacle of pizazz. That makes them a bit harder to please. Here are some tips to…
May 2, 2024
Food and BeverageBerry, Berry Good!
Chefs the world over love to use berries in dishes both sweet and savory for their pop of color and taste. Here are a few worthy exemplars.
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