In This Issue
January 2020
In Smart Meetings' January issue, we address whether this year will be the Year of the Planner as we ask if the supply-and-demand balance is changing. We take a glance at the outlooks and predictions for the next year, including how the turning tide may affect the meetings industry. We also talk shop with Sherrif Karamat, CEO of PCMA, about economic and social transformation. In this issue, we're exploring ways to give back Aloha-style in Maui and the Island of Hawaii, breaking out the "bleisure" in California, matching your destination to your meetings in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Don't miss our columns this month, tackling planner burnout, how to go experiential in 2020, expand your internet coverage with broadband at your events and so much more. Smart Meetings is an event planning publication covering meetings, industry news, including expert opinions and interviews, topical articles, coverage of destinations and venues in the U.S and worldwide, and features stories on incentive, corporate, government and association meetings.
Features
February 5, 2020
Hotels & DestinationsAwe Your Meeting in the Mountains
Mountains are revered for the awe they inspire. If you’ve staged your gatherings in the sky, what you don't know is that research backs up the benefits.
January 22, 2020
Bling Your MeetingsGame On: Sports Venues for Meeting Groups
Breakout rooms on the football field and networking with famous sports stars—this is what awaits you when combining sports venues and meetings.
January 2, 2020
Industry NewsLiving His Passion: Sherrif Karamat
PCMA president and CEO Sherrif Karamat now occupies an office in the famed, 40-story Jewelers Building in Chicago, but in spirit, he’s not very far from the fields of his…
December 31, 2019
Reports & SurveysWill 2020 Be the Year of the Planner?
After a decade of a seller’s market dominated by high occupancy rates and rising prices, some hospitality industry watchers are predicting that 2020 could be the year when planners finally…
In Every Issue
January 13, 2020
StrategyNetworked: How to Cover Your Attendees in a Blanket of Broadband
Experts from Event Tech Consulting and Endless Events share helpful tips for guaranteeing better connectivity: Surprise—it’s about more than just Wi-Fi!
January 13, 2020
Bling Your MeetingsQ&A: Building Teams Through Explorative, Adventurous Play
We spoke to Kathy O’Neill about building teams through explorative, adventurous play at Jack’s Urban Meeting Place in Boise, Idaho.
January 13, 2020
Food and BeverageGone Fishin’: Hook to Table Meals
Fishing is the perfect excuse to unplug, destress and revel in nature. Some hotel chefs are willing to transform your catch into a prize on the plate.
January 13, 2020
Reports & SurveysStudy: Harness the Power of Experiential Trends in Events
Are you ready for the age of experience? A new study from global agency George P. Johnson Experience Marketing singled out effective emerging practices.
Notes from the Road
February 3, 2020
Hotels & DestinationsDallas-Fort Worth: The Start of Something Bigger
Dallas and Fort Worth have added new restaurants, attractions and hotels to meet the needs of the influx of residents and visitors. Here are the top spots.
January 29, 2020
Hotels & DestinationsConnecticut and Rhode Island: Match Your Destination to Your Meeting
Connecticut and Rhode Island, though small, offer myriad opportunities to perfectly match your group demographics and meeting requirements. Check them out.
March 6, 2020
Destination GalleriesGolden Opportunities for California Meetings
From the redwood forest to the Laguna Beach waters, this land was made for you and meetings. Get to know California's best gathering places and experiences.
January 21, 2020
Corporate Social ResponsibilityGiving Back, Aloha-Style
CSR experiences are a team-building favorite. They’re a feel-good experience that bonds attendees. And in Hawaii, they strongly link to cultural tradition. Here is how to join in.
January 17, 2020
Hotels & DestinationsSite Inspection: Meet Among the Wildlife in Estes Park, Colorado
Whether your group is seeking a winter wonderland or a verdant mountain escape, follow The Great Continental Divide to this secluded destination.
January 23, 2020
Hotels & DestinationsSite Inspection: Meetings and Entertainment in Irving, Texas
Enjoy a small taste of an Irving, Texas itinerary that’s guaranteed to keep your attendees productive and entertained. And full. Have you tried the rib-eye?
January 14, 2020
Hotels & DestinationsTokyo: An Enticing Blend of Old and New for Meetings and Incentives
With its fascinating mix of centuries-old traditions and cutting-edge culture, Tokyo offers unforgettable group experiences like nowhere else.
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