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Kentucky Derby: A Masterclass in Managing Big Traditions from its 150th Year

Smart Meetings

The University of Louisville marching band played “My Old Kentucky Home,” Kentucky native Wynonna Jud performed the National Anthem and lifestyle influencer and restauranteur Martha Stewart called “Riders Up” from the red carpet. 157,000 people had experienced Louisville hospitality in-person and 16.7

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What to Expect at MPI WEC in Louisville

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Playing on the small-batch distilling and culinary legacy in Louisville, Kentucky, Meeting Professionals International (MPI) is approaching its annual World Education Congress as a personally crafted experience that allows attendees to build a calendar of sessions that fits their career goals. That’s my one real desire. Meet some new people.”

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Don't miss bourbon tourism at WEC Louisville

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Kentucky is the birthplace of bourbon, where distillers have been crafting batches large and small since the 18th century and thus perfecting it for over 200 years—with Kentucky producing 95% of the supply, making it bourbon’s true homeplace. In fact, there are more bourbon barrels than people in Kentucky!

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Be One of the First to Meet in Louisville, Kentucky, a City That Always Brings Something Fresh to the Table

Connect Your Meetings

If you haven’t visited Louisville, Kentucky, lately, you might not recognize it. But at the heart of it all is the completely renovated and expanded Kentucky International Convention Center. But at the heart of it all is the completely renovated and expanded Kentucky International Convention Center.

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Nominations Open for 15 Over 50

Connect Your Meetings

These individuals can be planners, sales managers and executives, destination marketing veterans, hoteliers, venue managers, chefs or serve in any other role vital to providing attendees with memorable experiences. 26-28, 2019, in Louisville, Kentucky.

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Smart Moves in Rancho Mirage, Atlantic City and More

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Hôtel Barrière Fouquet’s New York appointed Stellardo general manager and Menechella to director of marketing and communications for the Americas. Menechella brings over eight years of hospitality business and marketing experience. She began at New York’s The Mark Hotel, where she later became director of marketing.

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Event planning conferences you won’t want to miss in 2024!

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Topics include Technology and Innovation, Business Practices, Event Marketing, Trends and Research. There are sessions on technology, diversity & inclusion , marketing strategy, and more. WEC 2024 runs from May 20th to May 22nd in Louisville, Kentucky. Each day begins with an inspiring talk by celebrated MPI speakers.

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