Discover the Best Meetings & Events News and Resources in Wisconsin

In the annual “Best of Wisconsin Meetings,” we recognize Wisconsin industry suppliers who exceeded meeting and convention expectations in 2017.

In today’s meeting and events landscape, room blocks are under siege. It isn’t necessarily a new threat, but one that continues to grow and change over time—Airbnb.

The Wisconsin Dells Visitor & Convention Bureau (WDVCB) might have to rethink its moniker. Several decades back, the group dubbed itself a “VCB” instead of a “CVB” to emphasize its laser-like focus on visitors rather than conventioneers. After all, the organization represents one of the most popular tourist destinations in the entire Midwest. But today, […]

In a world where mass shootings and copycat events prevail, event planners are currently grappling with how they might better protect event venues from mass terror without impacting the experience for their audience.

The world’s most cutting-edge conferences use streaming video to engage in-person and remote attendees before, during and after the event. That means meeting planners are required now, more than ever, to create content strategies that encapsulate ROI, metrics, engagement and more.

Have you ever wondered what planning a “green” meeting really means, or what are the benefits of a green meeting? According to the Events Industry Council (EIC), a green meeting or event incorporates environmental considerations to minimize its negative impact on the environment.

A quick glance around the trendiest restaurants or poring over photos in design magazines or on Pinterest and it’s easy to see what’s popular right now: minimalist design. From simple to elaborate themes, plain spaces allow you the ultimate flexibility in design.

These Wisconsin hotel properties are going above and beyond when it comes to offering scratch-made, local cuisine.

The Country Springs Hotel, Pewaukee, will become The Ingleside Hotel in spring of 2018 following an extensive renovation. 

Hilton is introducing The Connected Room, technologically advanced guestrooms where guests will be able to control features from their mobile device.

Meeting Professionals International (MPI) and the L. Robert Payne School of Hospitality and Tourism Management at San Diego State University (SDSU) are collaborating to create the first graduate-level degree program offered in the country focused on meeting and event management for mid and senior-level professionals. In addition, they plan to develop a related academic certificate […]

Diet Detective has released results from its annual survey that looks at airline food, which includes the food served and that available for purchase.

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, the award-winning AAA Four-Diamond resort owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, recently announced the appointment of Sara Schmitz as the property’s director of marketing. In her new role, Schmitz will oversee the marketing, communications and public relations efforts for the 1,300 acre all-season resort, including the spa, two award-winning […]

 Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a nationally recognized hotel owner and management company and division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), today announced that four of its owned and/or managed properties were recognized as top hotels in Condé Nast Traveler’s 30th annual Readers’ Choice Awards. Marcus Hotels & Resorts properties recognized in the annual awards program, are: The Garland, North Hollywood, […]

The Janesville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (JACVB) is pleased to welcome Sarah Iverson as our new Group Service & Sports Sales Director. Sarah will work under the guidance of the JACVB Executive Director, Christine Rebout, and in partnership with their Director of Meeting & Group Sales, Lori Johnson. The main responsibilities of the position […]