Smart Meetings

Here is everything you need to know about Greenland and the probability of it becoming a U.S. territory. Spoiler alert: The probability is very low.

We spoke with AI enthusiasts about the event-changing power of large language model (LLM) personalization. The use of LLMs can free up planners' time for more human-centered tasks.

Are you heading to Philadelphia the second week of January for PCMA Convening Leaders 70th Anniversary? We talked to the movers behind the scenes about what is new, what to expect and how this annual gathering can set you up for a thriving 2026.

Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority Chief Sales Officer Vanessa Claspill is bringing everyone together to elevate meetings and events across the destination. Everyone wins when events are sustainable, memorable and effective. We asked Claspill what’s next.

How retreats around the world are redefining renewal through design, sustainability and a sense of place From the misty shores of Loch Lomond to the sun-splashed coast of Antigua and […]

What the next gen actually wants at events We keep saying our events should be inclusive. Then we build programs around late nights, heavy pours and passive sitting. That is […]

As a young man, Eduardo Chaillo imagined himself as an entrepreneur. At various points, he also considered becoming a psychologist or a musician—professions that, in hindsight, foreshadow his people-centric approach to leadership. His first major professional chapter unfolded in the restaurant industry, where he opened and operated restaurants, eventually rising to a leadership role within the industry. That experience honed his operational instincts and exposed him to the complexities of managing people, budgets and stakeholder expectations.

International Association of Exhibitions & Events brought more than 1,700 event professionals together in Houston, Texas, this week for IAEE Expo! Expo! Annual Meeting and Exhibition 2025. George R. Brown Convention Center was filled with discussions about how to rethink sponsorships to drive value and engagement, how Gen Z is shaping the future of tradeshows and AI that wows.