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

Restaurant Spotlight: ERA Bistro, Canadian Museum for Human Rights, Winnipeg

by Don Douloff

THE HISTORY ERA Bistro is owned by Sparrow Hotels, founded by the Sparrow Family, who opened their debut property, Winnipeg’s Norwood Hotel, in 1937. More recently, Sparrow Hotels opened the Inn at the Forks (2004), was hired to manage Winnipeg’s MERE Hotel (2013) and, also in 2013, won the contract for the Canadian Museum for Human Rights restaurant and catering services. ERA Bistro opened in … Read More about Restaurant Spotlight: ERA Bistro, Canadian Museum for Human Rights, Winnipeg

Five Canadians among MMBC’s 2019 Ambassadors

by Don Douloff

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Five Canadians are among the Meetings Mean Business Coalition’s 2019 Ambassadors, an elite group of meeting and event professionals who will serve as advocates for MMBC and the broader meetings industry. The Canadians who will serve as MMBC Ambassadors are Natasha Botbijl, GET Event Management; Emily Dietrich, Niagara Parks Commission; Alexis Kereluk, ConnectSeven Group; … Read More about Five Canadians among MMBC’s 2019 Ambassadors

Montreal Convention Centre supports UN agenda for sustainable development

by Don Douloff

MONTREAL — Palais des congrès de Montréal (Montreal Convention Centre) is joining the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and, as part of that commitment, plans to implement innovative programs aimed at reducing its environmental footprint and that of its users. For example, the Palais has announced that its building will be going carbon neutral. The venue will achieve that … Read More about Montreal Convention Centre supports UN agenda for sustainable development

Conrad Hotels opens upscale property in Washington, D.C.

by Don Douloff

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton’s luxury, design-forward hotel brand, has opened in Washington, D.C. Located on New York Avenue at the gateway of the mixed-use CityCenter DC, the 360-room, 10-floor Conrad Washington, DC features 32,000 square feet of meeting space, all above ground level. In addition, there is Summit The Rooftop at Conrad, a bar, lounge and event terrace … Read More about Conrad Hotels opens upscale property in Washington, D.C.

3 Easy Ways to Love the Earth

by Natalie Lowe

First, Happy Earth Day – I hope your long weekend was fantastic. Myths and stories abound in human history… “There is an Easter Bunny.” “Becoming more sustainable is hard.” “My actions won’t matter in the grand scheme of the Earth’s environment and pollution.” Let’s unpack those myths, starting with the Easter Bunny: Any rabbit that wants to bring chocolate is a good rabbit in my books. Those … Read More about 3 Easy Ways to Love the Earth

“Vegas-meets-Cancun” resort opens in Mexico

by Don Douloff

CANCUN, MEXICO — Melody Maker Cancun, an all-inclusive resort that bills itself as a “Vegas-meets-Cancun” experience, has opened in the Mexican resort town’s Hotel Zone. Themed on a contemporary design, the 283,000-square-foot property features 679 guestrooms and suites, many with floor-to-ceiling French balconies. There are beachfront villas providing waterfront views of the Caribbean Sea or … Read More about “Vegas-meets-Cancun” resort opens in Mexico

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