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How to Plan an LGBT-Friendly Meeting or Event

SmartMeetings

Much of the meeting and event planning industry only recently began evaluating its impact on the LGBT community. Even though you might assume that your meetings and events are free of LGBT influence, there’s always an effect. For example, Skift reports that the State of North Carolina has already lost nearly $83.9

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Empower Your Event Team and Energize Your Event with These Trends

Endless Events

Charlotte in North Carolina will be the host of a facility that can host up to 54 breakout sessions at once. In response, various convention centers around the US are diligently renovating to keep up with the times. Las Vegas’ Caesars Forum, for example, will feature the world’s biggest pillarless ballroom at 40,000 square feet.