In This Issue
April 2022
The April Smart Meetings magazine is a celebration of the power of meeting. As we mark Global Meetings Industry Day, we look at the economic, social, scientific and mental health impacts of gathering. We also check-in on hotel trends and spend some time with new Maritz CEO David Peckinpaugh. Read all about it.
Features
April 29, 2022
TrendsHotel Trends: Touch Points
A recent report by Hilton put the changes wrought by the pandemic and the much-anticipated hotel recovery and travel into context.
April 6, 2022
TrendsThe Power of Meetings
How can you tell policymakers, C-suite decision makers and family members that meeting production is powerful? Show 'em the numbers.
March 31, 2022
Industry NewsDavid Peckinpaugh: Peck at the Plate
Peckinpaugh became CEO of Maritz in January, enlarging his responsibilities at the 128-year-old employee incentive and corporate travel firm.
In Every Issue
April 18, 2022
Bling Your MeetingsReduce Eye Strain While You Sleep: Smart Style with Kate Patay
Spring back into meeting with these fun, stylish and functional gifts for your attendees, clients—and you!
April 29, 2022
StrategySmart Tech: The 20% Difference
When it comes to event apps, 80% of their functionality is the same. That 20% can make all the difference in the world.
May 10, 2022
StrategyHealthy You: The Memory Games
It doesn’t take Inspector Clouseau to figure out modern humans have a memory gap; and meeting profs have more to remember than ever. Never forget there is something to be…
April 5, 2022
StrategyMeetings MBA: Get Out of Your Own Way
If not done right, meetings and incentives can send the wrong message and negatively impact relationships between professionals and businesses.
May 9, 2022
TrendsSmart Chat: Carl H. Winston, Director, L. Robert Payne School of Hospitality & Tourism Management, SDSU
In this Q&A, Smart Meetings chats with Carl Winston of SDSU about visions of the future, what's driving students into hospitality and more.
April 5, 2022
Industry NewsIndustry Watch: Cruising Looks Ahead to Bright Future
Passenger levels were down 81% in 2020. Nearly all are projected to be in operation by August, according to Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA).
April 7, 2022
TrendsEssential List: Unique Destinations for Spring Meetings
From the edge of the coast to landlocked, wind-whipped plains, April marks the start of the winter melt and the beginning of spring meetings.
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