Farnborough International has appointed Sarah Marshall as the new venue director of its award-winning Exhibition & Conference Centre, located in Farnborough, England. Sarah has over 25 years of experience within the events industry and has launched and grown events in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and North America, managing large-scale exhibitions and conference portfolios for a number of organizers including Dods (Total Politics), Hyve, EMAP and Informa amongst others. In her new role as venue director of Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre, Sarah will be leading ..read more

Meeting Professionals International (MPI), the world’s largest association for meeting and event professionals with nearly 13,000 worldwide members, proudly announces a three-year strategic partnership with Foster+Fathom and Grit Productions & Expositions aimed at reshaping production of three of its signature member activations, Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID), Chapter Leadership Summit (CLS) and MPItv. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in delivering innovative and unparalleled experiences for MPI audiences worldwide. The partnership, which will span through December 20 ..read more

Recent prominent incidents of data breaches affecting major players in the hospitality industry have made data security a pressing concern for the meetings and events sector. Even if you diligently safeguard your organization’s data, including that of attendees, sponsors, vendors, and others, your security is only as strong as the weakest link in your data chain. Do you know the security measures of your third-party partners? Here are 10 data protection tips to prompt consideration about data security amidst uncertain times while understanding that no system is entirely foolproof: 1. Understan ..read more

Effective on April 2, the early morning UnitedExpress flight to Denver has returned to The Hays Regional Airport. The new daily departure time will be approximately 6:30 a.m., allowing for passengers to easily connect to flights at the Denver International Airport (DEN). The evening flight arrival time in Hays will be 11:06 p.m. “The Hays Regional Airport is crucial to our community’s economy by providing convenient travel options for leisure and business travelers,” said Airport Director Jamie Salter. “We understand that schedule and cost determine which airport customers choose, and we belie ..read more

Rawlings Sporting Goods Company, Inc., the official baseball, glove, helmet, face guard and base of Major League Baseball® and the creator of the renowned Rawlings Gold Glove Award®, announced today the grand opening of its new Experience center located in Westport Plaza alongside its new corporate office that opened in late 2023. The ‘Rawlings Experience’ opened on Friday, April 12th, and is accessible to the general public and serve as a free attraction for local residents as well as tourists visiting the St. Louis area. “Many don’t realize that Rawlings’ world headquarters has been located ..read more

U.S. hotel performance showed mixed results from the previous week but positive comparisons year over year, according to CoStar’s latest data through 6 April. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets. 31 March through 6 April 2024 (percentage change from comparable week in 2023): Occupancy: 64.1% (+4.7%) Average daily rate (ADR): US$156.96 (+2.1%) Revenue per available room (RevPAR): US$100.59 (+6.9%) Among the Top 25 Markets, Philadelphia reported the largest year-over-year occupancy lift (+17.5% to 66.1%) and the sec ..read more

With great excitement, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis invites guests to indulge in a timeless tradition with a whimsical twist this springtime with the property’s new Bubbles and Blooms afternoon tea service. Set in The Solarium, the hotel’s magnificent garden terrace event space, the specialty spring tea service will be held April 21 and May 19th from 11 – 2 pm and arrives in perfect harmony with the celebration of April’s National Afternoon Tea Month. Bubbles and Blooms also marks the beginning of the property’s initiative to present creatively appointed afternoon tea services throughout the ca ..read more

The sun is shining, flowers are blooming, and the events industry is buzzing with excitement for the 2024 spring events season. Whether you’re organizing a corporate conference, a trade show, or a community festival, KLEERTECH® can make sure your event is a success. With their wide range of products and commitment to sustainability, they’re your one-stop shop for all your meeting and event planning needs. Welcome Your Attendees in Style KLEERTECH® understands the importance of making a great first impression. They offer everything you need to welcome your attendees with professionalism and sty ..read more

The United States economy experienced robust growth, expanding at a solid 3.4 percent annual rate from October to December, according to a recent government report. This marks an improvement from the previous estimate of 3.2 percent growth for the same period. The revised figures from the Commerce Department confirmed a slowdown from the previous quarter’s sizzling 4.9 percent expansion, yet the growth observed last quarter was still considerable. This growth was sustained by increasing consumer spending, exports, and business investments in both buildings and software. Notably, it marked the ..read more

April 11 is Global Meetings Industry Day! How will you celebrate? From 8:30am – 10:30am in the Ferrara Theatre at America’s Center, join MPI during this day of global celebration and recognition of the value and impacts of in-person business meetings, events and conventions. You’ll receive an update on what’s new in the Lou followed by a panel conversation about the mutual benefits received by organizations and our community when you Meet St. Louis. Registration is free, and participants will receive a VIP tour of AC Next Gen, the enhancement and expansion of America’s Center. Register for Fre ..read more