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The Cost of Conscience

PCMA Convene

17, the Tennessee Senate had passed legislation that would allow counselors and therapists to refuse to treat a patient if doing so would “conflict with a sincerely held religious belief.” It belonged to Nashville, Tennessee, until it belonged to another host destination. But on April 6, 2016, the Tennessee House passed the bill.

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Best in Show: Class of 2017

PCMA Convene

Nominated by Robyn Jones, CMP, Conference Manager, Association for Asian Studies — “Ricky Hopkins is our account manager, and assists us with the site-selection process. He is my right hand on site when working with the hotel, including convention services, catering, AV, housekeeping, and front and back of the house.

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Tough Calls

PCMA Convene

Meanwhile, similar bathroom bills are being considered in other states — 16 as of last month, according to CNN — which can certainly affect a planner’s site-selection process. Gender-neutral signs posted at public bathrooms in West Hollywood, California. Stay tuned for a story about this move in the July issue of Convene.).

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5 Things Planners Can Learn from the Presidential Inauguration

SmartMeetings

When planning a big event , don’t forget to consider transportation during the site selection process. However, this is nothing compared to the impact that road closures will have on local travel. More than 100 blocks, or 2.7 square miles, will be closed due to security concerns.