Meetings & Events

Benchmark Names Five Trends Influencing Meetings in 2020

Meetings & Events LODGING Staff - February 4, 2020

The Woodlands, Texas — Benchmark this week released a list of five trends that will transform meetings in 2020, as observed by its national...

Earlier this year, The Hotel at the University of Maryland and its managing company, Southern Management Corporation, launched digital solutions to provide clients with tools to virtually experience and interact with its properties and event spaces. Earlier this year, The Hotel at the University of Maryland and its managing company, Southern Management Corporation, launched digital solutions to provide clients with tools to virtually experience and interact with its properties and event spaces.

Southern Management Unveils Program to Safely Hold Events

Meetings & Events LODGING Staff - December 29, 2020

VIENNA, Va. — Southern Management Companies and its Hotel Division recently announced the launch of EVENT Strong, a comprehensive health and safety program that...

Serving Up Group Business

Meetings & Events Kate Hughes - September 28, 2015

During the Great Recession, group business took a nosedive as many companies and organizations no longer had the funds to host large events. Now...

Winning More Meetings Requires Hard Data

Meetings & Events Kemp Gallineau - November 1, 2017

Most hotels rely on complimentary stays, elaborate dinners, spa treatments, and cookie-cutter sales tactics to win more event business. Today, the vast extent of...

A healthy buffet — catering for a wellness-focused meeting or event

Four Wellness-Centered Recommendations for Meetings in 2019

Meetings & Events LODGING Staff - January 17, 2019

DURHAM, N.C.—Wellness will be an essential component for meeting planners to incorporate into their 2019 events as they focus on the complete physical, mental,...