A Comprehensive Risk and Crisis Management Toolkit

The American Society of Association Executives recently published a comprehensive toolkit — the Associations’ Guide to Risk and Crisis Management — to help meeting and event planners and association leaders navigate the complexities of risk and crisis management.

76% of Hotels Report Staffing Shortages, Affecting Meetings

Are you asking about staffing capacity before you book your meeting or event at a hotel? If not, you should, because much of the hospitality industry is still struggling to build up its staff after mass layoffs, furloughs and resignations post-pandemic. It’s one way you can ensure that your guests are getting the service they deserve while attending your meeting or event.

The Most Motivating Incentive Travel Elements

The appeal of group incentive travel remains strong, according to a recent Incentive Research Foundation survey of North American employees. The study found that a group incentive travel experience to an appealing destination was rated “very” or “extremely motivating” by 91% of respondents for the third year in a row. The study further examined destinations and program design to determine the elements that provide maximum inspiration to earn the award.