Ask the Attorney: Challenges for Independent Planners
Planning Tips and TrendsAsk the Attorney: Challenges for Independent Planners
Emily Hardin of Maritz, who spoke at Northstar's Independent Planner Education Conference, tackles...
2026 Independent Planner Pricing Survey
Planning Tips and Trends2026 Independent Planner Pricing Survey
Here’s what we know about business models, fee structures, earnings and more.
The Clause That Protects Your Independent Business
Planning Tips and TrendsThe Clause That Protects Your Independent Business
Independent planners always should be designated as the Agent of Record for sourcing and...
The Real Cost of Being a Freelancer in 2026
Planning Tips and TrendsThe Real Cost of Being a Freelancer in 2026
A clear-eyed look at how independent meeting professionals must prepare for this year.
This Winter's Hottest Hosted-Buyer Events From Northstar
This Winter's Hottest Hosted-Buyer Events From Northstar
Meeting professionals will gather in destinations across the United States, from New York City to...
Lessons Learned From Staffing 2,500 Events in 2025
Planning Tips and TrendsLessons Learned From Staffing 2,500 Events in 2025
Cadre, a marketplace of industry freelancers, pinpointed trends around expertise, staffing lead time,...
The Advantages of Hiring Contract Meeting Planners
Planning Tips and TrendsThe Advantages of Hiring Contract Meeting Planners
In a changing and volatile business landscape, it helps to have a stable of knowledgeable and skilled...
Northstar's IPEC 2025 Elevates Education for Event Planners
Northstar's IPEC 2025 Elevates Education for Event Planners
Free business consultations and financial planning advice are among agenda highlights.
12 Ways Event Planners Can Harness the Power of AI
Planning Tips and Trends12 Ways Event Planners Can Harness the Power of AI
Artificial intelligence will be the differentiator between typical and exceptional meetings, says tech...
Putting AI Insights Into Action
Putting AI Insights Into Action
Zenus and Northstar Meetings Group are demonstrating how meeting planners can activate artificial...