It doesn't take long to notice Greater Lansing is undergoing a major reconstruction. Cranes are in the air, shovels are in the dirt and the community at large is at the threshold of a completely revitalized region.
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Category - Meetings/Event Professionals
Three Keys to Success In Hospitality
November 7, 2019 by Corri Harvey, CTA
Event professionals, whether they are on the planning side or the supplier side, are always looking for ways to get better. The industry is constantly changing and that requires even those on top of their game to be increasingly nimble.
Take It Outside, People!
October 8, 2019 by Corri Harvey, CTA
There’s still time to take your meeting outside in Greater Lansing!
Whether you have 15 minutes in-between meetings, or an hour-long discussion scheduled with a colleague, there are plenty of options to get some fresh air during that time. Before the weather takes a turn for the worse, bring your meeting outside and check out some of these natural gems!
Greater Lansing CVB Brings You Faith in the 517
October 2, 2019 by Heather Kim, CMP, CTA
New challenges sometimes just fall from the sky – or maybe the heavens, in this case.
Over a Dozen Unique Event Venues at MSU
September 10, 2019 by Brendan Dwyer, CTA
For so many reasons it’s a fantastic thing to live near a Big Ten college town. Sure there is the fun of a home football Saturday and yes, there is the buzz each fall when a crop of new students come in to make our home their new home-away-from-home, but the thing I think is the best about living near a college town is the community assets that the university puts at our doorstep.
Get Conference Attendee Engagement Now
July 25, 2019 by Brendan Dwyer, CTA
Finding ways to get event attendees engaged with your conference content when there are tons of other distractions is a growing concern of event planners the world over. From mobile apps, social media and live polling to games, texting and emails distractions are everywhere and it becomes increasingly difficult to have success with old-fashioned person-to-person connections. Here are some tips to improve engagement at your next event.
Say Goodbye and then Hello
July 18, 2019 by Amanda Toy, CMP, CGMP, GMS, CTA
Change is hard – and that’s coming from a woman who thrives on challenging the status quo! Recently I announced the next opportunity in my career, transitioning from Director of Sales at the Greater Lansing CVB to the Vice President of Membership and Operations with the Michigan Restaurant Lodging Association.
Life Brings Change - Still Love Lansing!
June 18, 2019 by Stephanie Wohlfert, CMP, CTA
A person’s life really changes when they have children. Not only the diaper changes and midnight feedings but the choices made every day.
Greater Lansing On The Move!
May 22, 2019 by Brendan Dwyer, CTA
It doesn't take long to notice Greater Lansing is undergoing a major reconstruction. Cranes are in the air, shovels are in the dirt and the community at large is at the threshold of a completely revitalized region.
Finding Balance
May 15, 2019 by Heather Kim, CMP, CTA
As a single mom, raising two dedicated gymnasts in this crazy, constantly busy life, my whole life is about finding balance. Personally, professionally and even trying to channel my support and faith in my children to find balance, whether in their schoolwork, or on the floor competing in national gymnastics competitions.
