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CVBs Bring Massive Value

As a Senior Sales Manager with the Greater Lansing CVB, I bring some unique insight to the position. Prior to my most recent meeting planning role with a state association, I spent 13 years in the hotel industry. Over the course of that time, I was a sales manager for Marriott hotels in 3 different large cities. At every stage of my career I have seen the value in partnering with Convention and Visitor Bureaus (CVBs) to help bring meetings and events to those cities by participating in sales missions and site visits. I loved my CVB’s as a hotelier, but I had not yet learned how much more they would do for me later in life as a meeting and event planner…

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Five Reasons Why You Should Plan Your Next Meeting in A College Town

If you’re looking for an event location that provides flexibility, a variety of amenities, and plenty of after-hours options for guests, a college town like East Lansing, home to Michigan State University, is the spot for you. Here are the top five benefits you’ll discover when you plan your event…

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Ten Reasons Why Your Next Meeting Should be in Greater Lansing

There's a reason that businesses and association groups return to Lansing year after year for conventions and meetings: They know that Michigan's Capital City lays out a welcome mat and goes the extra mile to ensure every element of your visit exceeds expectations. There's a remarkable drive for the…

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Your Guide to Creating ADA-Compliant Meetings

Have you ever wondered how you can make the most of your meetings for everyone who attends? Courtney Trunk, Communications & Events Director of Arc Michigan, is here to help! In this Q&A, Courtney shares some tips on how to make your next meeting ADA-compliant. Please briefly describe your…

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Six Hot Trends in Event Planning

How often do you go to a conference? A few times a year? Just once? Maybe you haven't been to a conference in years. If you haven't been to a conference in a while, you might be in for a surprise the next time you register and attend…

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