Small Market Meetings

21/01/2025

🌆 🏛️ Central locations and cultural attractions — these are what make capital cities perfect for planners. Discover five capitals across the U.S. that will make an excellent destination for your next meeting in this article from our January 2025 issue.

Read it here:
https://lnk.bio/s/6dadc

21/01/2025

Visit Kenner!

Nestled just minutes from the pristine Louis Armstrong International Airport and a hop, skip & jump from the historic French Quarter of New Orleans is bustling Kenner, Louisiana.

Vibrant Southeast Louisiana culture, food, history, art & entertainment situated in between the Mississippi River & Lake Pontchartrain.

Let us help you plan your next Louisiana group adventure now: Visit Kenner!

https://visitkenner.us/

13/01/2025

From the January issue of Small Market Meetings, our newest installation of Bridging the Gap features a fascinating conversation with Shamera Stewart of the American Physical Society.

Shamera shared her thoughts on the importance of professional development, the value of belonging to industry organizations and associations, and the role that certifications and continuing education play in one's career.

Interested in a fresh perspective on professional development? You can read Shamera's full interview here: https://lnk.bio/s/74452

For more insights from the newest generation of meeting and event industry professionals, keep an eye out for next month's Bridging the Gap!

08/01/2025

🤖 AI for Meeting Planners: Getting Started and What to Watch 🤖

AI is revolutionizing the meetings and events industry! Whether you're a beginner or a pro, there's always more to learn about this game-changing tech.

From the January 2025 issue of Small Market Meetings, this article dives into:
➡️ Where AI can make the biggest impact (and where it can’t)
➡️ Tips for choosing and vetting AI software
➡️ How to start mastering AI tools
➡️ Strategies for mitigating AI risks

Read the full article: https://lnk.bio/s/cf1cb

02/01/2025

A new year means new opportunities for inspiration and growth, as well as a brand new issue of Small Market Meetings! This beautiful January 2025 issue is jam-packed with educational material, including:
⭐ Insights into AI for event planners
⭐ A round-up of capital cities that make great meeting destinations
⭐ A meeting guide for the Heartland
⭐ A list of trending topics in the meetings industry for 2025

And SO much more!

Read the digital edition here:
https://lnk.bio/s/2165a

12/12/2024

From the November-December issue of Small Market Meetings, our newest installation of Bridging the Gap features Maddie Pettus. In this Q-and-A, Maddie shares her insights about finding her fit as a meeting planner, understanding her unique strengths and transitioning from one job to another.

You can read Maddie's full interview here: https://lnk.bio/s/de862

For more insights from the newest generation of meeting and event industry professionals, keep an eye out for next month's Bridging the Gap!

09/12/2024

🌟 Thinking about co-location for your next event? Let’s weigh the risks and rewards! 🌟

Event planning is all about making the most of your budget and impact—so what if you could share costs and boost attendance by co-locating your event with others? 🤝

In this article from our latest issue of Small Market Meetings, "Co-locating Events: Splitting the Bill," we break down the pros and cons of this approach. Here's a sneak peek!

Read the full article:
https://lnk.bio/s/b6d95

04/11/2024

🏛️ Looking for a venue that tells a story?

Check out this article from our November-December issue featuring cities from coast to coast that are brimming with historic venues. Read the article here:
http://lnk.bio/s/0b075

📷: By Ira Kerns, courtesy Discover Newport

01/11/2024

🌟 It’s here! 🌟

The November-December issue of Small Market Meetings is our final issue of 2024, and as always, it’s jam-packed with expert insights, standout destinations and small-market venues that have been making waves in the meetings and events industry.

Get the digital issue here: http://lnk.bio/s/2381a

Cover art by Kathryn Holloway

03/10/2024

Want to learn more about all the NEW in Dubuque, Iowa?

NEW Airline. 3 NEW Hotels. NEW Meeting Space. NEW Management at the Grand River Center. $67 Million NEW Art Museum. NEW Expansion at the River Museum & Aquarium. $80 Million NEW at the Q Casino + Resort.

Contact Julie at [email protected] for more information.

25/09/2024

We are having a great time gearing up for the 2024 Small Market Meetings Conference in the beautiful Greater Zion Utah! We can't wait to connect with everyone and explore this stunning destination. 🏜😎

22/07/2024

Meet in the middle in Missouri! With big cities and smaller towns alike supplying plenty of charm, the Show-Me State is a great Midwestern meeting option. Read the full article from our July-August issue on our website.

📷: VisitMo.com

Missouri's smaller cities have unique personalities and offer a relaxed backdrop for meetings.

15/07/2024

Our column Bridging the Gap explores the perspectives of the newest generation of meeting and event planners. Read the column from our July-August issue profiling Alex Springberg of GFS Events to hear her takes on the working in the non-profit events sector and finding a job you love.

Rachel Crick recently spoke with Alex Springberg, the director of business development and special events at GSF Events, on planning events for nonprofit organizations.

11/07/2024

Experience the wild side of with over 400 miles of adventure!

With two convention centers, an international airport, and a variety of venues, we're ready to be the epicenter of any event. But it's not just about meetings—immerse yourself in our culture with national parks, historic sites, and the finest Louisiana cuisine. Whether it's an airboat ride or a shopping spree, there's something for everyone here.

Let Jefferson Parish be your next destination for work and play!

https://www.visitjeffersonparish.com/?utm_source=Digital&utm_medium=Facebook+Post&utm_campaign=generic+meeting&utm_id=Small+Market+Meetings

04/07/2024

Happy Fourth of July from all of us at Small Market Meetings! In honor of Independence Day, check out these patriotic meeting destinations perfect for military meetings and events.

📷: Visit Norfolk

These destinations excel at hosting military events.

01/07/2024

Site inspections are valuable opportunities for meeting and event planners to scope out venues and get a head start on planning. But when planners are pressed for time more than ever before, how can they make the most of these site inspections? Find out in this article from our July-August issue of Small Market Meetings.

Veteran planners share tips for making the most of site visits.

24/06/2024

Please join us in welcoming Telisa Reid-Rech, our new advertising sales manager, to the team! Telisa is a travel agent, so she’s no stranger to travel, but her favorite place to go is the beach. She also loves being outdoors, enjoying outings with her family and friends, and hanging out with her two dogs Smokey and Bandit.

14/06/2024

Last week, our staff writer Rachel Crick attended the PRSA Travel and Tourism 2024 Conference in Greenville, South Carolina. She was a panelist in a discussion about trends in the meetings industry and best practices for pitching stories to journalists.