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Check Out the 2023 Connect Texas Meeting Planner Guide

Who doesn't love a good game of Texas Hold 'Em? Meeting planners know they're playing a good hand when hosting an event in the Lone Star State.

Connect Staff
October 30, 2023
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Who doesn't love a good game of Texas Hold 'Em? Meeting planners know they're playing a good hand when hosting an event in the Lone Star State. The reason is simple: Texas has a unique culture that can't be replicated elsewhere. That statement extends to the different destinations vying for you business. In our Texas Meeting Planner Guide, get the latest information on elite destinations to meet in the Lone Star State—we're also proud to present editorial content from BizBash, the event industry's leader in event trends and news.

Read the 2023 Connect Texas Meeting Planner Guide here!

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