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The new and improved Canadian Meetings + Events Expo

by Sonia Straface

Education, innovation, and inspiration. That’s what’s being promised at the newly-rebranded Canadian Meetings + Events Expo (CMEExpo) this August 13+14 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. The event, formerly known as IncentiveWorks, the largest and longest-running conference and tradeshow for planners, is set to be bigger, broader, and more inclusive to all event planners this time around. … Read More about The new and improved Canadian Meetings + Events Expo

Metro Toronto Convention Centre retains GES as service provider

by Don Douloff

TORONTO — Metro Toronto Convention Centre has signed a five-year extension keeping GES as its office general service provider. GES has partnered with the MTCC to create events since 2003. As an events provider for Canada’s top shows, GES has achieved high customer satisfaction ratings in MTCC evaluations over the past five years. “GES Canada is known for always thinking a step ahead to … Read More about Metro Toronto Convention Centre retains GES as service provider

Mr. C Coconut Grove opens boutique property in Miami

by Don Douloff

MIAMI, Fla. — Mr. C Coconut Grove has opened a 100-room boutique property in Miami, Fla. Guestrooms and suites provide views of Biscayne Bay and the Coconut Grove skyline from furnished room terraces. The hotel’s interior design draws inspiration from Italy’s coastal style and the aesthetic elements of classic yachts. A Presidential Suite includes a full-sized kitchen, dining room, living … Read More about Mr. C Coconut Grove opens boutique property in Miami

Celebrity Cruises launches Galapagos Islands yacht

by Don Douloff

MIAMI — Celebrity Cruises has launched the first ship designed specifically for the Galapagos Islands. An energy-efficient ship, the 100-guest Celebrity Flora will feature Celebrity’s signature outward-facing design concept, giving guests 360-degree views of the islands. All-suite accommodations – including Sky Suites with Infinite Veranda – will offer service by personal attendants. … Read More about Celebrity Cruises launches Galapagos Islands yacht

Ritz-Carlton, Toronto unveils refreshed guestrooms and Club Lounge

by Don Douloff

TORONTO — The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto has unveiled refreshed Club Level guestrooms and suites and Club Lounge. Spearheaded by interior design firm DesignAgency, the Club Level guestrooms’ revamped design pays homage to the history of the hotel’s location, near the site of the first Ontario (Upper Canada) parliament buildings. Luggage detailing and design lines take inspiration from the rail … Read More about Ritz-Carlton, Toronto unveils refreshed guestrooms and Club Lounge

MPI launches Canadian Advisory Council

by Don Douloff

DALLAS — Meeting Professionals International (MPI) has launched the Canadian Advisory Council to act as advocates and ambassadors, drive market position and elevate the MPI Global brand within Canada. Comprising MPI’s current and past chapter volunteers, the council will focus on strategic initiatives to increase membership growth, develop stronger partnerships and deliver community value … Read More about MPI launches Canadian Advisory Council

List of top 100 U.S. meeting and event venues released

by Don Douloff

NORWALK, Conn. — Events management software company Aventri has released its list of The Top 100 Meeting and Event Venues in the United States. The free guide highlights the company’s top 10 venue picks in each of its 10 top-rated meeting and event cities. The guide also includes recommended activities and restaurants in those cities. “Many studies show two factors are key to attendee … Read More about List of top 100 U.S. meeting and event venues released

2.5-acre T.O. stacked-container market has event spaces, a brewery, galleries, AstroTurf

by Don Douloff

TORONTO — Stackt, a 2.5-acre outdoor market fashioned from 120 stacked shipping containers and offering event spaces, its own brewery and startup incubators, has opened a few blocks from Toronto’s CN Tower. All told, the shipping containers offer 30,000 sq. ft. of mixed-use space that also includes art galleries, retail and services. The market has leased land from the City of Toronto for two … Read More about 2.5-acre T.O. stacked-container market has event spaces, a brewery, galleries, AstroTurf

Aventri launches event management site, partners with Uber

by Don Douloff

NORWALK, CONN. — Event management software company Aventri has unveiled a new portal, the Aventri Marketplace, and partnered with Uber for Business. Aventri Marketplace launches with partners in eight categories: Attendee Engagement – Sciensio artificial intelligence Eventbots; Event Promotion – InGo for word-of-mouth/social media promotion; Budget Management – Eved centralized platform; Ground … Read More about Aventri launches event management site, partners with Uber

MPI launches online tool to bring planners, suppliers together face to face

by Don Douloff

DALLAS — Meeting Professionals International (MPI) has launched MPI Exchange, an online tool designed to connect planners in live event settings with potential partner suppliers who best meet their needs. Prior to attending an MPI Exchange program, planners and suppliers use the tool to identify professional connections to meet with at the event. MPI Exchange is available to members and … Read More about MPI launches online tool to bring planners, suppliers together face to face

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