Michael J. Shapiro

Michael J. Shapiro

Director of Content Strategy, Northstar Meetings Group U.S.

More than two decades ago my bio for DigitalFOTO magazine began, "Reviews editor Michael Shapiro loves the sushi." I guess I haven't changed much, but I've since traded camera reviews for event-professional content, covering tech, travel, Latin America and beyond, across NMG's brands. You'll still find me with my camera and hamachi, eager to embrace local specialties and the next adventure.

What Michael Covers

Domestic: California, Iowa, Nebraska, Nevada, Great Lakes region (Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin)

International: Mexico, Central/South America, Spain, China, India, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, Southeast Asia

Industry Associations/Exhibitions: AHLA, ASAE, GBTA, PCMA, IBTM portfolio

Industry Segments: Technology, hotels, third parties, business travel, airlines, gaming

The Latest From Michael

Top 10 Most Vulnerable WiFi Networks at U.S. Airports
Top 10 Most Vulnerable WiFi Networks at U.S. Airports
New report finds San Diego International, John Wayne (Calif.) and Houston’s Hobby Airport the least... Read More
By Michael J. Shapiro | October 23, 2018
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Consolidation Reigns Among Meetings Tech Companies
Cvent's acquisition of Social Tables is the latest deal as larger companies buy up the supplemental... Read More
By Michael J. Shapiro | October 17, 2018
Agreement Paves Way for Further Expansion of the Vegas Convention Center
Agreement Paves Way for Further Expansion of the Vegas Convention Center
Phase Two construction is expected to begin shortly.... Read More
By Michael J. Shapiro | September 12, 2018
Anaheim
Anaheim
A $150 million JW Marriott is under construction adjacent to the Anaheim GardenWalk.... Read More
By Michael J. Shapiro | September 1, 2018
Exhibit-Space Revenue Growth Hits Four-Year High
Nearly three-quarters of organizers saw exhibit sales grow in their most recent show.... Read More
By Michael J. Shapiro | August 17, 2018
Costa Rica's Historic Gran Hotel Reopens
Costa Rica's Historic Gran Hotel Reopens
The capital city's landmark, a Curio Collection by Hilton property, has been reimagined as a modern... Read More
By Michael J. Shapiro | July 12, 2018
Paradisus Los Cabos Joins Leading Hotels of the World
Paradisus Los Cabos Joins Leading Hotels of the World
The 350-room luxury Mexican resort is the newest member of the collection.... Read More
By Michael J. Shapiro | July 10, 2018
Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh
With its windfall of new properties, vibrant downtown and lively arts scene, it’s easy to see why the... Read More
By Michael J. Shapiro & Alex Palmer | June 28, 2018
Is New BCD M&E Expense Tool a Game Changer?
Is New BCD M&E Expense Tool a Game Changer?
The biggest benefit of the new tool, according to Jeannie Griffin, vice president of product and... Read More
By Michael J. Shapiro | June 18, 2018
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Annual Exhibitions Day Draws Record Attendance to Capitol Hill
Industry representatives met with legislators to discuss key issues.... Read More
By Michael J. Shapiro | June 12, 2018
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