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

IAEE Names Interim CEO
IAEE Names Interim CEO
Cathy Breden will helm the International Association of Exhibitions and Events until her retirement... Read More
By Elise Schoening | September 26, 2023
Hopin Sells Event Assets to RingCentral
Hopin Sells Event Assets to RingCentral
RingCentral will broaden its virtual event capabilities while Hopin refocuses on streaming technology... Read More
By Elise Schoening & Michael J. Shapiro | August 2, 2023
5 Unique Event Venues in Stockholm
5 Unique Event Venues in Stockholm
From wellness retreats to rooftop bars and ice sculpting, these spots in Sweden's capital city are... Read More
By Elise Schoening | June 23, 2023
2023 Convention Cities Index
2023 Convention Cities Index
Designed to help planners choose the best destination for their large events, this comprehensive guide... Read More
By Elise Schoening | June 12, 2023
Marriott Launches New Extended-Stay Hotel Brand
Marriott Launches New Extended-Stay Hotel Brand
Project MidX Studios joins new brands from Hilton and Hyatt amid an explosion of growth in the... Read More
By Elise Schoening & Loren G. Edelstein | June 5, 2023
Selecting the Right Convention City Based on Costs, Safety and More
Selecting the Right Convention City Based on Costs, Safety and More
Wed., June 14, 2023, 2 p.m. ET... Read More
By Elise Schoening | May 16, 2023
The Latest Updates on International Gathering and Travel Restrictions
The Latest Updates on International Gathering and Travel Restrictions
This country-by-country roundup features regulations on events and other updates as the international... Read More
By Elise Schoening & Lizzie Wilcox | May 11, 2023
SITE Partners With Northstar Meetings Group for New Emerging Leaders Event
SITE Partners With Northstar Meetings Group for New Emerging Leaders Event
The inaugural gathering, taking place April 20-22 in Louisville, Ky., aims to educate and connect the... Read More
By Lizzie Wilcox & Elise Schoening | March 30, 2023
Moving the Needle on DEI: Strategies for Enhancing Event Inclusion
Moving the Needle on DEI: Strategies for Enhancing Event Inclusion
Wed., March 22, 2023, 2 p.m. EST... Read More
By Elise Schoening | March 1, 2023
Convention Cities Index Dec. 2022 Interim Report
Convention Cities Index Dec. 2022 Interim Report
The latest CCi data tracks changes in room rates, safety scores and monthly flights across major U.S.... Read More
By Elise Schoening | February 7, 2023
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