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NewsOn My Agenda: How Are You Doing During Coronavirus?
During this difficult time, it's important to put people first and do what we can to support each...
By Loren G. Edelstein | March 25, 2020
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NewsEvent Professionals Rally Behind Petition for Federal Aid to Combat Coronavirus Impact
Updated March 24, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. EDT. Nearly 350,000 people have signed the petition seeking relief...
By Elise Schoening | March 23, 2020
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NewsOn My Agenda: Coping With Coronavirus During a Watershed Week for Meetings
This week marked a turning point for our industry – and our lives. It will take a creative,...
By Loren G. Edelstein | March 13, 2020
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NewsAmidst Coronavirus Outbreak, D.C. Officials Encourage Postponement or Cancellation of Nonessential Mass Gatherings
Events DC will temporarily suspend operations from March 13-31.
By Elise Schoening | March 11, 2020
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NewsCanada Publishes Coronavirus Risk Assessment Guidelines for Large Events
The new advice aims to help meeting planners weigh their options and decide whether it is necessary to...
By Elise Schoening | March 11, 2020
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NewsCoronavirus: Event Industry Experts Encourage Fact-Based Decisions and Continued Travel in the U.S.
Eight leading industry organizations have banded together to issue an open letter on COVID-19.
By Elise Schoening | March 6, 2020
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NewsSocial Tables Founder Outlines Predictions for the Next Decade of Events
Meeting tech, menus and more will see major changes in the coming years.
By Elise Schoening | March 2, 2020
Putting Child Care on Your Event Checklist
Planning Tips and TrendsPutting Child Care on Your Event Checklist
Family-friendly meetings can provide a boost in attendance.
By Elise Schoening | January 22, 2020
12 Convention Centers of Excellence
Planning Tips and Trends12 Convention Centers of Excellence
These facilities have been honored with 2019 Stella Awards from Northstar Meetings Group. Find out why...
January 7, 2020
8 Steps to Strategic Meeting Planning for Associations
Career Development8 Steps to Strategic Meeting Planning for Associations
Creating a strategic meeting plan doesn't have to be daunting. Associations can implement new...
By Jessi Minneci | December 2, 2019
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