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

New Incentive Research Foundation Program Engages Future Leaders
New Incentive Research Foundation Program Engages Future Leaders
The IRF's new Accelerate program aims to cultivate the motivation industry's rising stars.  ... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | June 30, 2023
Under One Roof Highlights Advantages of Integrated Resorts
Under One Roof Highlights Advantages of Integrated Resorts
The new event, held at the all-inclusive Club Med Quebec Charlevoix, brought together planners with... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | June 29, 2023
Incentive Live Delivers Tools for Crafting More Creative Programs
Incentive Live Delivers Tools for Crafting More Creative Programs
The hosted-buyer event drew 150 incentive professionals to St. Pete, Fla.... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | June 8, 2023
Focus on the Positive: A Preview of IMEX Frankfurt 2023
Focus on the Positive: A Preview of IMEX Frankfurt 2023
IMEX Group CEO Carina Bauer discusses the return of buyers and suppliers from Asia, human nature and... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | May 4, 2023
Hilton to Add Nine Hotels in Puerto Rico
Hilton to Add Nine Hotels in Puerto Rico
The hotel firm's island portfolio will more than double by 2025, with the 186-room Condado Palm Inn... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | April 11, 2023
8 Incentive Trends for 2023
8 Incentive Trends for 2023
Here's how current events are reshaping the purpose and process of rewarding winners.... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | April 10, 2023
More Planners Are Seeking Integrated Resorts and All-Inclusives
More Planners Are Seeking Integrated Resorts and All-Inclusives
New Northstar event matches buyers with suppliers that can deliver meetings and incentives under one... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | April 10, 2023
Destinations International Reveals 30 Under 30 Class of 2023
Destinations International Reveals 30 Under 30 Class of 2023
The annual program provides education and mentorship to talented young CVB professionals.... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | April 4, 2023
Northstar's SMU International Celebrates the Return of Cross-Border Travel
Northstar's SMU International Celebrates the Return of Cross-Border Travel
The 19th edition of Northstar Meetings Group's SMU International, held March 13-15 at the New York... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | March 21, 2023
incentive merchandise gift outlook
IRF Study Reveals Positive Outlook for Noncash Rewards
Budgets for incentive merchandise, gift cards and corporate gifts are expected to increase in 2023.... Read More
By Lisa A. Grimaldi | December 16, 2022
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