Some DMOs have replaced their traditional name - the classic Convention & Visitors Bureau - with action words telling meeting planners and the general public exactly what they want them to do: meet us, visit us, experience us. Why? And how has it worked out?

‘Decorating’ doesn't begin to describe the work of event designer David Stark, whose approach is part art installation, part immersive theater — and pure experience. Join us for a guided tour of the master's event portfolio.

Many people don't know about what the Fast Company co-founder calls the real story': Before there was a wildly successful business magazine, there was an event that helped shape its direction. And once Fast Company was launched, there continued to be live programs that built its brand and nourished its content - all designed to be as groundbreaking and forward-thinking as the magazine itself.

The career consultant and motivational speaker says that two keys to being a successful leader are understanding your choices and envisioning the outcome of your work — before you've even started.

The bestselling author wants you to buy a new idea: Everyone works in sales now. Meetings and conventions? Those are ‘sales festivals, in many ways.' And not just on the show floor.