Sue Pelletier

1 week ago | prevuemeetings.com | Sue Pelletier

Corporate retreats are gaining in popularity — offsites and company retreats are expected to grow to  —due to several workplace trends. The rise of remote and hybrid work, changing workforce demographics, and a greater focus on mental health are just some of the factors making these gatherings not just a perk, but an essential for many organizations. Here’s a breakdown of some of the key trends behind the corporate retreat uptick:Bridging the remote work gap.

1 week ago | prevuemeetings.com | Sue Pelletier

Why consider a third-tier city over a first-tier destination for your next event? Third-tier cities would say that they offer unique advantages for groups — affordability, distinct local experiences and a more relaxed environment — that may not be as easy to find in a larger, first-tier destination.

2 weeks ago | prevuemeetings.com | Sue Pelletier

The U.S. meetings and events industry had been on track to employ 2.63 million Americans and drive $426.1 billion in spending nationwide — but that was before the Trump administration released an executive order to impose new “reciprocal tariffs” on so-called “Liberation Day.” These tariffs apply to more than $1 trillion in products being exported from most countries around the world, U.S. allies and non-allies alike.

2 weeks ago | prevuemeetings.com | Sue Pelletier

Meeting professionals have been working with hybrid events in overdrive since the pandemic, but once in-person events came roaring back, most have cut back to just livestreaming keynotes and other important highlights of their meetings. But are they making the most of this powerful communication tool? Prevue recently caught up with Ashray Urs, head of Streamlabs.

2 weeks ago | prevuemeetings.com | Sue Pelletier

Is cruising the answer to today’s tough economic and political environment, especially for those who plan meetings and events with a large percentage of international attendees? While the definitive answer may take a while to shake out, geopolitical tensions and rising concerns about U.S.–based international travel restrictions may in fact be making some meeting and event planners join their incentive colleagues in thinking about taking their meetings on a sea cruise.