Thought leaders in the events, hospitality and destination marketing industries share the challenges, opportunities and ideas that are shaping their business decisions. Take a look at the videos below for key takeaways from our conversations with the people shaping how meetings are happening today.

The Latest Trends to Watch Videos

Event Technology

Northstar Meetings Group partnered with the team behind the inaugural Event Tech Live in Las Vegas to take the pulse of the meetings technology marketplace. Key planners, event technologists, investors and industry thought leaders shared their insights on the current state of event technology, the marketplace and what we can expect in the months and years to come.


How Event Tech Companies Catch Investor Attention (1:38)
What Tech Investors Want (0:57)
Jason Allan Scott — CEO, Bootstrap Acquisition

Planning International Events

At this year's SMU, meeting planners shared their insights on the current state of planning international events


Demand for International Events Is Booming (0:30)
What International Destinations Are In Demand? (1:28)
Shonna Nitzel — Event Strategist, Maritz Global Events

Working With Hotels


How to Handle Staffing Challenges (0:50)
Michael Massari — Chief Sales Officer, Caesars Entertainment

Meeting Planner Priorities


Responding to Planners Faster (0:58)
Garine Ferejian-Mayo — Chief Commercial Officer, Sonesta Hotels

The Future of Events


Why In-Person Is Irreplaceable (0:34)
Gerilyn Horan — VP, Group Sales & Strategic Accounts, Hilton