Elise Schoening

Elise Schoening

Editor, Meeting News / Senior Editor, Northstar Meetings Group

I am a Senior Editor for Northstar Meetings Group and the Editor of Meeting News, a daily newsletter covering the latest event trends and industry updates. I also oversee the Convention Cities Index and am passionate about covering the industry's strides and shortcomings when it comes to DEI and sustainability initiatives.

What Elise Covers

Domestic: New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, D.C., New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT)

International: Germany, Austria, Czech Republic, Russia, Scandinavia, Switzerland

Industry Associations: ASAE, MPI, IACC, ICCA

Industry Segments: Med/Pharma, conference centers, convention centers, sustainability, DEI

The Latest From Elise

Number of Properties in the Global Hotel Pipeline Hits Record
Number of Properties in the Global Hotel Pipeline Hits Record
Luxury and upper upscale projects are driving the growth, signaling there could be more meetings-ready... Read More
By Lindsay Rogers | August 28, 2026
Fred Dixon to Return as President & CEO of NYC Tourism + Conventions
Fred Dixon to Return as President & CEO of NYC Tourism + Conventions
After two years with Brand USA, Dixon will step down in November to once again lead New York City's... Read More
By Elise Schoening | August 26, 2026
DNC Trims 2028 Convention Host-City Finalists to Three
DNC Trims 2028 Convention Host-City Finalists to Three
Boston, Denver and Philadelphia are competing to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention and... Read More
By Lindsay Rogers | August 26, 2026
Destination Southeast Sparks Conversations on Mental Health, Event Strategy
Destination Southeast Sparks Conversations on Mental Health, Event Strategy
More than 200 event planners and suppliers traveled to the Omni Fort Lauderdale for three days of... Read More
By Elise Schoening | August 25, 2026
I-X Center to Continue Hosting Events After Uncertain Year
I-X Center to Continue Hosting Events After Uncertain Year
The Cleveland venue will remain open, as redevelopment plans have stalled and new shows are being... Read More
By Lindsay Rogers | August 24, 2026
Unlicensed Transportation Providers Pose Event Risks
Unlicensed Transportation Providers Pose Event Risks
Airports, hotels and convention centers commonly are targeted by these operators, underscoring the... Read More
By Lindsay Rogers | August 18, 2026
ASAE Reports Highest Annual-Meeting Turnout Since 2019
ASAE Reports Highest Annual-Meeting Turnout Since 2019
As the meeting for association executives got underway in Indianapolis, the board unveiled a framework... Read More
By Lindsay Rogers | August 17, 2026
Grand Hyatt Miami Beach Slated to Open Next Year
Grand Hyatt Miami Beach Slated to Open Next Year
The new headquarters hotel for the city's convention center will offer 800 guest rooms and 110,000... Read More
By Elise Schoening | August 6, 2026
Destination East Showcases New York's Hudson Valley for Events
Destination East Showcases New York's Hudson Valley for Events
Northstar's hosted-buyer event for the Eastern U.S. region brought more than 100 industry... Read More
By Elise Schoening | August 4, 2026
Destination Southeast Heads to Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Destination Southeast Heads to Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
The 2026 event will take place August 9-11 at the new Omni Fort Lauderdale hotel.... Read More
By Elise Schoening | July 23, 2026
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