Lisa A. Grimaldi

Lisa A. Grimaldi

Editor, Incentive / Editor, incentives & destinations, Northstar Meetings Group

I am the editor of Incentive and editor, incentives & destinations, for Northstar Meetings Group. A New Jersey native, I hold a B.S. in journalism from Boston University and a post-graduate certificate in magazine editing from Columbia School of Journalism. When I'm not catching up on my ever-expanding reading list, I'm adding to my wish list of new places to discover. Among my favorite travels thus far are Australia, Bali, South Africa, Panama and Colombia, but Italy — where my family still owns a home — holds a special place in my heart.

What Lisa Covers

International: Croatia, Montenegro, Belgium, U.K., Ireland, France, Monaco, Portugal, Italy, Turkey, Greece, Africa, Caribbean, Canada, the Middle East

Industry Associations: SITE, IMEX, IRF, DI, IMA, ADMEI, FICP

Industry Segments: Incentives, CVBs, financial and insurance, DMCs

The Latest From Lisa

EIC Announces 2026 Hall of Leaders Inductees
EIC Announces 2026 Hall of Leaders Inductees
The six leaders chosen by the Events Industry Council, along with five more outstanding professionals,... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | July 10, 2026
Chapter Chianti Boutique Resort Opens in Tuscany
Chapter Chianti Boutique Resort Opens in Tuscany
The 82-room luxury property is situated within a restored 16th-century Italian village in the Chianti... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | July 9, 2026
JW Marriott Mount Kenya Safari Camp Debuts in Kenya
JW Marriott Mount Kenya Safari Camp Debuts in Kenya
The tented-suite property sits on a 45,000-acre rhino reserve dedicated to conservation of the... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | July 7, 2026
Measuring Success in Incentive Travel Programs
Measuring Success in Incentive Travel Programs
A new IRF study reveals inconsistency in the way programs’ effectiveness is tracked, as few incentive... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | July 1, 2026
The Art of Personalization Showcased at Incentive Live
The Art of Personalization Showcased at Incentive Live
Northstar’s event for incentive professionals was held May 31-June 2 at the Boca Raton resort.... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | June 24, 2026
Destinations International and IGLTA Launch LGBTQ+ Tourism Toolkit
Destinations International and IGLTA Launch LGBTQ+ Tourism Toolkit
The resource includes a five-step framework for how destinations can strengthen their inclusive... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | June 12, 2026
Uncovering Emerging Destinations
Uncovering Emerging Destinations
What up-and-coming destinations are planners considering for meetings and incentives?... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | June 5, 2026
Turtle Beach Resort Debuts in Barbados
Turtle Beach Resort Debuts in Barbados
The all-inclusive Tribute Portfolio property offers 165 suites and seven event spaces.... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | June 4, 2026
InterContinental Grenada-La Sagesse to Open November 2026
InterContinental Grenada-La Sagesse to Open November 2026
The resort on the island’s La Sagesse Bay will have 120 guest rooms and more than 20,000 square feet... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | May 28, 2026
New Leadership Announced for Bermuda Tourism Authority
New Leadership Announced for Bermuda Tourism Authority
Jan Hutton has been named CEO, while Eric Kinkaid was recently appointed vice president, sales and... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | May 22, 2026
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