"Gathering is a form of leadership — it’s not a form of logistics." - Priya Parker Good read from via @pcmahq https://t.co/mOd3n6u5zd

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AssociationsNow: "Too often, 'introvert' is defined as insecure or shy, when it’s really just a different, less showy way of going about one’s business. That makes them enormously valuable contributors to your organization—and deserving of recognition..." https://t.co/vPWtu0pWbM

Tripleseat Acquires 3D Floor Plan Provider, Merri https://t.co/rDObgn5hPT

Justice Dept. Files Antitrust Lawsuit Against Live Nation https://t.co/yngzkSSfVX | via Northstar Meetings Group | #liveevents

Super excited to be joining the @GoodMarket_ community! #sustainability #SustainableEvents

"On average in 2023, 45 percent of conference attendees delayed registering until four weeks or less before an event, with 20 percent registering between one and 14 days out." via #MeetingsNet

Great blog post from Oregon Heritage about some elements of accessibility that venues and event planners might be missing: "All Are Welcome Here?" -- https://t.co/EFXLdhwAYq

Via #Freeman Trends Report, almost 1/2 exhibitors are women, & on average 47 years old. 72% are exhibiting at events beyond just tradeshows. Exhibitors said they'd spend 15-20% MORE on exh/sponsorship, if they received more support during planning. https://t.co/s0qRI8TEVi

The latest data reports that US destinations top the list of desirable venues, and that budgets are recovering. If you have a meeting or incentive coming up, @ejpevents can help. #MICE Data via: Northstar/Cvent Incentive PULSE Survey https://t.co/a8Ztto6yp9

Via Meetings & Conventions Magazine: New Denver hotel Populus will sequester more carbon than the building will emit throughout its lifecycle — ultimately having a net positive impact on climate change. (More like this, please!) https://t.co/sNtrJfEBJ2

Check out this news from @oregonwineboard about the International Pinot Noir Celebration 2024! --

Well, that was quick. We now only have November and December remaining open for 2024 conferences and events. For 2025, we have July-Aug and again, Nov-Dec still open. Do you have anything coming up? Let us know soon!

How to...get your delegates and sponsors to mingle! | Richard Morris, Association Meetings International Magazine @associationmeet https://t.co/qNnS5n7bu7

Why Organizations Are Choosing to Meet in Controversial Destinations -- Instead of canceling events at — or boycotting — politically polarized host destinations, organizations are choosing to show up and speak up, in a show of support. via @pcmaconvene https://t.co/5r3TED3S0w

🚨LIVE: We’re breaking down “The Case for Breaking Up Ticketmaster”—and how to go about it. @SenAmyKlobuchar, @ddayen, @future_of_music, and many more activists and academics will be joining us for a can’t-miss discussion. Tune in⬇️

Thank you to https://t.co/NeNw2DuKHy for naming @ejpevents as one of the Best Event Management Companies in Portland, OR - https://t.co/IwHPfLh5Hg . . . . . #PortlandEventPlanner #OregonEventPlanner #EventManagement

"Opting to take a train over flying to a destination does, in most cases, take longer, but there are a multitude of benefits to choosing a train, including significant carbon savings." - via Meetings and Incentive Travel magazine - https://t.co/X4CaQPdlBO

Fall and spring always bring tons of educational conferences, research symposia, and annual meetings. Have you planned yours yet? We have a few openings left in 2024. https://t.co/SIK9Tr8tMY

I'll be back in Japan this January - focusing on event in Tokyo and Okinawa this time. What questions do you have for me? https://t.co/uE1qiQUrzz