Todd Berger

Minneapolis

Senior Editor at Meetings Mags

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Articles

Real ID Required for Airline Travel May 7

1 week ago | meetingsmags.com | Todd Berger

Beginning May 7, individuals boarding an airplane for a domestic flight will need a Real ID-compliant driver’s license or identification card. If a traveler’s identification is notReal ID-compliant, the passenger will need another form ofapproved identification, such as a passport, to board their flight or enter a secure federal facility or military base.
Reynolds of Discover Long Island to Lead Choose Chicago

2 weeks ago | meetingsmags.com | Todd Berger

Choose Chicago announced April 7 that Kristen Reynolds, a highly respected leader in the travel and tourism industry, will serve as the organization’s new president and CEO, effective May 5. Reynolds joins Choose Chicago after an impactful tenure as president and CEO of Discover Long Island in New York, where she spearheaded transformative growth in the region’s visitor economy for nearly 10 years.
Xcel Energy Center Complex Reimagining Pitched by St. Paul, Minnesota Wild

1 month ago | meetingsmags.com | Todd Berger

The City of Saint Paul and the NHL’s Minnesota Wild proposed a major renovation of the Xcel Energy Center Arena Complex—comprised of the Xcel Energy Center, Saint Paul RiverCentre, and Roy Wilkins Auditorium. In the proposal, the city and the Minnesota Wild would provide half of the funding, with the state also contributing half.
Fairmont Chicago Hires Leadership Team, Emphasizes Inclusivity

1 month ago | meetingsmags.com | Todd Berger

Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park, entered a new chapter of elevated service and community engagement with the appointment of four women to key management positions. This milestone reinforces the hotel’s commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace while driving innovation and excellence in hospitality. As Fairmont Chicago deepens its community ties, it remains dedicated to delivering elevated guest experiences.
United Nations Adds Tourism Employment Indicator to Sustainable Development Goals

1 month ago | meetingsmags.com | Todd Berger

Endorsed at the 56th session of the United Nations (UN) Statistical Commission in early March in New York City, this landmark decision means that—for the first time—global data on tourism employment will be systematically monitored within the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) monitoring process. It also increases the number of official tourism SDGs indicators from two to three, raising recognition of the sector’s global contribution to economic and social progress.
Sophia Steak Opens in Chicago's Gold Coast District

1 month ago | meetingsmags.com | Todd Berger

Ballyhoo Hospitality of Chicago opened Sophia Steak Chicago in early March in the city’s Gold Coast neighborhood. Located at 748 N. State St., downstairs from Petit Pomeroy, Sophia Steak serves a fresh neighborhood approach to the classic steakhouse destination. The concept offers a polished yet approachable experience that features premium steaks, seafood, and comforting sharable plates. Sophia Steak Chicago is the third Sophia Steak location, and marks Ballyhoo Hospitality’s 12th restaurant.
Long-Range Tourism Vision Is Focus of Meet Minneapolis Annual Meeting

1 month ago | meetingsmags.com | Todd Berger

Meet Minneapolis announced on Feb. 26 at the Meet Minneapolis Annual Meeting the launch of an ambitious, long-range tourism vision, titled “Destination Minneapolis: Charting the Future of Minneapolis Tourism.” This is a road map to ensure that Minneapolis continues to be a dynamic, competitive, and welcoming place for meetings, conventions, and events, as well as for business and leisure travelers.
Lodgco Hospitality Expands Into Hotel Management

Jan 25, 2025 | meetingsmags.com | Todd Berger

Lodgco Hospitality of Grand Rapids, Michigan, a management company with expertise in hotel operations and performance, is moving toward strategic expansion into third-party hotel management, the company announced in late January. The move solidifies Lodgco’s position as a partner for owners and investors seeking results through innovative and personalized management services. To spearhead this expansion, Lodgco Hospitality welcomed Scott Stuart as president last August.
Chicago Transit Authority and Mayor Launch ‘Know Your Rights’ Campaign

Jan 23, 2025 | meetingsmags.com | Todd Berger

The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson launched a public awareness and ad campaign on Jan. 23 to ensure residents of Chicago know their rights in the event of being stopped and detained by federal immigration agents. The ad campaign, featured on video screens across the transit system, directs riders to online resources and guidance for visits by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
The Prolific Pivoter

Jan 18, 2025 | meetingsmags.com | Todd Berger

Roseville native Dale Kivimaki, president of Minneapolis’ Freestyle Productions, is schooled in the art of the pivot. He has demonstrated this on countless occasions throughout his career, such as a few years back when a client in Puerto Rico wanted to bring Freestyle’s large-pixel LED screens into a ballroom, a move Kivimaki knew would not look as good due to the pixelation attendees would see.