Stephanie DavisPeople2021 Connect Association 15 Over 50: Lauralee Shapiro, CMP, CISLauralee Shapiro, 54, is a Global Account Executive for ConferenceDirect. She's based in Orlando.May 13, 2021People2021 Connect Association 15 Over 50: Roger DowRoger Dow, 74, is the President and CEO of the U.S. Travel Association. He's based in Washington, D.C.May 13, 2021People2021 Connect Association 15 Over 50: Rachel Stephan, DESRachel Stephan, 50, is an Event Marketing Strategist for sensov/ and Event Tech Founder for Snöball. She's based in Montreal.May 13, 2021People2021 Connect Association 15 Over 50: Teresa G. Alfaro, CMPTeresa G. Alfaro, 54, is the Director of Strategic Meetings and Events, Volunteers of America (VOA). She's based in Alexandria, Va.May 13, 2021People2021 Connect Association 15 Over 50: Tracy Stuckrath, CMM, CSEP, CFPM, CHCTracy Stuckrath, 52, is the President and Founder of Thrive! Meetings & Events. She's based in New Bern, N.C.May 13, 2021People2021 Connect Association 15 Over 50: Lili S. ShadabLili S. Shadab, 58, is the President and Creative Director of Elite Productions International. She's based in Laguna Niguel, Calif.May 13, 2021PeopleMeet the 2021 Connect Association 15 Over 50The Connect Association 15 Over 50 has been shaping the events industry for years. Congratulations to them all.May 12, 2021MeetingsDestinations Get Savvy Hosting Events for Meeting PlannersWe examine two destinations that recently hosted in-person or hybrid events for meeting planners to show them how they get meetings done—even during a pandemic.January 7, 2021PlacesHow a Mountain Resort Saved Its Meetings BusinessOld Edwards Inn is a luxury Relais & Chateaux property that attracts corporate meetings and incentives to quaint Highlands, North Carolina. And they're poised for a banner year.January 4, 2021PlacesGrand Old Age of Travel Is Back at Grand Hyatt NashvilleWhen Grand Hyatt Nashville opened in October 2020, meeting planners reveled in three floors of dedicated, state-of-the-art conference and meeting space.January 4, 2021Previous PagePage 6 of 11Next PageTop StoriesSportsSuper Bowl LIX: Event Producers Give Kendrick Lamar's Halftime Show an AEvent professionals praised the show's choreography, stage designs, and powerful messaging.Industry Insiders5 Experiential Event Trends for 2025SportsBehind the Scenes of a TGL Match—and Why Its Fans Might Have the Best Seats in GolfExperiential Marketing, Activations & SponsorshipsWhy Subway Hosted a Fancy Five-Course MealStrategyWhat Skills Do Event Professionals Need to Succeed in 2025?