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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

Delano London Hotel to Debut in Early 2027

The 67-room property overlooking Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens is the brand’s second hotel... Read More

By Lisa A. Grimaldi | October 29, 2026

Destinations International, Canada CVBs Form Advocacy Alliance

The initiative aims to strengthen the country’s tourism industry via a coordinated approach to... Read More

By Lisa A. Grimaldi | October 28, 2026

Hot List: 5 Things to Do in Madrid

Recommendations for before, during or after the event, hand-picked by our editors... Read More

By Lisa A. Grimaldi | October 22, 2026

Geopolitics, Airlift Are Incentive Pros’ Greatest Challenges

The 2026 Incentive Travel Index, announced during IMEX America this week, also reveals an increase in... Read More

By Lisa A. Grimaldi | October 16, 2026

How the FIFA World Cup Boosted America’s Reputation

U.S. Travel’s Kevin Hinton tells how the organization is using the tournament's success to enhance and... Read More

By Lisa A. Grimaldi | October 15, 2026

Video: Can CVBs Stay Resilient in a Changing Landscape?

At IMEX, Destinations International’s top execs explain how bureaus need to rethink funding and do... Read More

By Lisa A. Grimaldi | October 13, 2026

Ultimate Gift Guide 2026

These 8 must-have items and experiences for corporate and incentive gifting fit right in with the... Read More

By Lisa A. Grimaldi | October 9, 2026

SITE Appoints Rebecca Wright as Interim CEO

Wright held the same position for two years, until now-departing CEO Annette Gregg joined SITE in... Read More

By Lisa A. Grimaldi | October 5, 2026

Kimpton’s First All-Inclusive Resort Opens in Riviera Maya

The Kimpton Tres Rios, set within a 340-acre nature preserve in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, has 355... Read More

By Lisa A. Grimaldi | September 23, 2026

IMEX Launches Masterclass Series for Exhibitors

The three-part program aims to help sales professionals get the most ROI from trade show... Read More

By Lisa A. Grimaldi | September 21, 2026