Meetings and event cancellations may be inevitable, but burned bridges don’t have to be. Though, not exactly an art or science, there are right and wrong ways to call off a booking. And handling the situation with diplomacy and tact can often make things easier for every party involved.
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Airline passengers in the U.S. may face long security lines, checked luggage fees and the loss of complimentary on-board beverages, but they won’t have to listen to people talking on cell phones during their trip. Members of Congress’ House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved a bill to permanently ban in-flight cell phone use…
Meeting planners working with pharmaceutical companies have a new set of regulations to learn. The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) Board of Directors revised the PhRMA Code on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals…
Working towards gaining your CMP certification? The Professional Convention Management Association, the Convention Industry Council, the International Association of Conference Centers and the Content Management Corporation are hosting CMP International Study Day on July 18th at nine IACC-certified conference centers in the U.S. and Canada. Cost for the half-day event is $49, which is refundable if you don’t pass the CMP Exam. CMP Study Day host facilities include …
Last month, American Airlines began offering in-flight Internet access on limited flights.
New hires and promotions throughout the industry.
To keep up with the rising cost of fuel, the IRS is increasing its standard mileage rate by eight cents a mile. The new rate of 58.5 cents a mile, effective July 1-Dec. 31, 2008, may be used to calculate the deductible cost of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes.
Want to reduce the carbon footprint of future meetings and events? Create an environmental policy statement you can share with suppliers, attendees and other participants. Consider:
