2016

Montréal Tops ICCA Rankings of Popular Cities for Conventions

Montréal has hosted the most international conventions in all of North America, according to the Country and City 2016 rankings released by the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), which were released to the public on Monday, May 8th. Montréal held 76 events at the Palais des congrès de Montréal, and its universities and hotels. These events attracted nearly 37,000 business … Read More about Montréal Tops ICCA Rankings of Popular Cities for Conventions

Two Canadians Among 37 CMM Recipients

DALLAS and ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Two Canadians, Chantal Montpetit, CMP, Canadian Construction Association, Ottawa, and Sarah Watson, Canadian Mathematical Society, also from Ottawa, were among the 37 meeting and travel professionals who recently received the distinguished Certificate in Meeting Management (CMM) from Meeting Professionals International (MPI) and the GBTA Foundation, the education and … Read More about Two Canadians Among 37 CMM Recipients

PCMA Canada East Launches Awards Program at CIC

PCMA Canada East launched its new member recognition program at its 2016 Canadian Innovation Conference (CIC),  held November 20-22, 2016 at the new St. John's Conference Centre, St. John's, Newfoundland. The five inaugural honorees are: Inspirational Planner of the Year: Alison Owers-Graham, CMP, Client Experience Architect, Tourism Toronto Inspirational Supplier of the Year: Krista … Read More about PCMA Canada East Launches Awards Program at CIC

IMEX Sets Attendance, Exhibitor Record

LAS VEGAS — Final figures published for the sixth IMEX America confirm that the trade show broke records for attendance and number of companies exhibiting, it was announced Nov. 2. The latest statistic released for the trade show, which took place Oct. 18-20 at the Sands Expo & Convention Center, in Las Vegas, confirm that 12,227 meetings, events and incentive travel industry professionals … Read More about IMEX Sets Attendance, Exhibitor Record

SITE Raises $450K for Research & Education

CHICAGO — SITE Foundation’s fundraising events generated almost half a million dollars earmarked for research and education, it was announced Nov. 7. SITE’s three annual events — SITE Classic, SITE Nite Europe and SITE Nite North America — provide the majority of the Foundation’s funding. SITE Nite North America, one of the most popular events of IMEX America week, sold out with more than 1,200 … Read More about SITE Raises $450K for Research & Education

Mariela McIlwraith Wins CIC Pacesetter Award

ALEXANDRIA, VA. — Mariela McIlwraith, CMP, CMM, MBA, president of Meeting Change, has won a Convention Industry Council (CIC) Pacesetter Award, it was announced in mid-October. The Pacesetter Award recognizes emerging leaders and those who are making a difference in today's marketplace. CIC announced the Pacesetter recipients in addition to unveiling its 2016 Hall of Leaders Award winners. The … Read More about Mariela McIlwraith Wins CIC Pacesetter Award

We-Ko-Pa Resort Receives TripExpert Award

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The We-Ko-Pa Resort & Conference Center won the TripExpert 2016 Experts’ Choice Award, it was announced Sept. 8. Awarded to 5,000 of the best hotels, restaurants and tourist attractions in more than 80 countries over four continents, the Experts’ Choice award is based on reviews written by leading travel guides, magazines, newspapers and other respected outlets, … Read More about We-Ko-Pa Resort Receives TripExpert Award

Québec Convention Centre’s Busy Autumn

QUEBEC CITY — It’s shaping up to be a busy fall season for the Québec City Convention Centre, which is expecting to host more than 30,000 delegates at the 33 conferences, meetings, and shows on tap for the season, it was announced Aug. 24. Combined, these conference attendees are expected to generate 50,000 room-nights at Québec City hotels and pump an estimated $32 million into the local … Read More about Québec Convention Centre’s Busy Autumn

Virtuoso Unveils Best Hotel Awards

LAS VEGAS — International luxury travel network Virtuoso unveiled the winners of its 2016 Best of the Best awards Aug. 11 at the 28th annual Virtuoso Travel Week conference. This marked 10 years since Virtuoso began recognizing the very best properties and hospitality professionals. This year, standouts included the Borgo Egnazia, Savelletri di Fasano, in Italy, which was named the Hotel of the … Read More about Virtuoso Unveils Best Hotel Awards

IMEX America Offering Comprehensive Education

LAS VEGAS — How to communicate and develop a personal brand delivering immediate impact, as well as how to anticipate and prepare for the future, are challenges facing many industry professionals both in and out of the office. Education sessions at IMEX America, taking place Oct. 18 to 20, in Las Vegas, have been designed to help meet those challenges. Planners can benefit from an extensive … Read More about IMEX America Offering Comprehensive Education

SPIN Adds Independent Planner Track to 2016 Conference

SPINCon 2016 education will include "Business," a track targeted at the 33 percent of SPIN: Senior Planners Industry Network membership that are independent planners and small business owners. This new track will join the Brain, Body and Being tracks previously announced. Topics being considered for "Business" include social media for small business owners; how to find and keep clients; … Read More about SPIN Adds Independent Planner Track to 2016 Conference

Canadian Chef Wins IACC Copper Skillet Competition

Barrington Graham, first cook at St. Andrew's Club and Conference Centre in Toronto, bested chefs from around the world and took home the top prize in the Senior Category (+ 26 years old) at this year's Global Copper Skillet Competition, the International Association of Conference Centre's annual culinary event. The competition finals were held Tuesday, April 19 at Convene Midtown East in New … Read More about Canadian Chef Wins IACC Copper Skillet Competition

US Equity Firm Set to Acquire Cvent

Event management company Cvent Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by affiliates of Vista Equity Partners, a private equity firm focused on investments in software, data and technology-enabled businesses. Under the terms of the agreement, Vista will acquire 100 percent of the outstanding shares of Cvent common stock for a total value of approximately $1.65 billion. Cvent … Read More about US Equity Firm Set to Acquire Cvent

CSE Live! Showcases Wow Event Elements

The 2016 edition of the Canadian Special Events (CSE) Live! Conference and Tradeshow featured more than 60 suppliers offering the latest in "wow" elements for events as well as a full slate of education and networking opportunities. Held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre from March 29th to 31st, the conference's speakers shared how to make good events great, and great events even … Read More about CSE Live! Showcases Wow Event Elements

CIC Releases Updated Industry Glossary

The 2016 edition of the Convention Industry Council (CIC) Industry Glossary is now available for purchase. “As the industry evolves, so does the terminology. Updating the Glossary was a necessary step in improving the resources we offer,” said Convention Industry Council CEO, Karen Kotowski CAE, CMP.“We are proud of this collaborative project that used industry experts and our CMP … Read More about CIC Releases Updated Industry Glossary

Radisson Hotel Edmonton South Wins Guest Service Award

The Radisson Hotel Edmonton South is the winner of the Radisson President’s Award by the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group for demonstrating an outstanding level of enthusiasm and dedication to guest services. The Radisson President’s Award recognizes hotels that have consistently provided exceptional guest satisfaction, maintained excellent quality performance review scores, and focused on product … Read More about Radisson Hotel Edmonton South Wins Guest Service Award

MPI and GBTA Announce New CMM Recipients

Meeting Professionals International (MPI) and the GBTA Foundation, the education and research arm of the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) have presented the Certificate in Meeting Management (CMM) to 17 more meeting and travel professionals. This class participated in the program held October 1-4, 2015, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. There are now 1,087 CMM holders … Read More about MPI and GBTA Announce New CMM Recipients

Marriott Marquis San Diego Adding to Event Space

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina is working on a groundbreaking expansion that will open this summer. The iconic hotel is building a two-level stacked ballroom along with Marina Terrace, an outdoor area right on the bay, coupled with the public walkway, Marina Walk. The property's owner, Host Hotels & Resorts Inc., is investing approximately $107 million into its meeting and event … Read More about Marriott Marquis San Diego Adding to Event Space

Event Space Reno Complete at The Westin St. Francis

The Westin St. Francis, an iconic San Francisco property, has finished a $6 million renovation of 50,000 square feet of meeting and special event space in its Landmark and Tower buildings. "The renovation gives our meeting space a more contemporary look and feel," said Elaine Clancy, director of Sales & Marketing, Westin St. Francis. "The design and colour palette are much more cohesive … Read More about Event Space Reno Complete at The Westin St. Francis

GCB Releases Predictions for 2016 Meetings

Innovation, value and compliance issues will impact meetings in 2016, according to the German Convention Bureau (GCB). The GCB's just-released list of predictions for the meetings industry in the year ahead includes: STRONG US $ -  American planners will reap the rewards of a strong exchange rate. The USD - Euro exchange rate is the close to its strongest value in 11 years making Europe … Read More about GCB Releases Predictions for 2016 Meetings

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