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Inside Silicon Valley’s Biggest AI Event: Nvidia’s $15M Boost to San Jose

Nvidia, the world's third-most valuable company by market cap at $2.871 trillion, fulfilled its promise that its 2025 GTC event would be bigger and better than ever, prompting its CEO, Jensen Huang, to call it "the Super Bowl of AI." After all, the five-day conference was packed with 1,000 on-stage sessions, 400-plus exhibits, hands-on training workshops, and no shortage of networking opportunities for the greatest minds in tech. 

Future-Proofing Events: EIC Report Highlights Trends Reshaping the Industry

The Events Industry Council (EIC) unveiled its Futures Landscape Report 2025, which offers a comprehensive analysis of the factors poised to shape the global business events industry in the coming years. Released on March 10, this forward-looking report synthesizes insights from a global survey of business event stakeholders, as well as a series of think-tank workshops consisting of leaders from EIC’s more than 60 members, strategic

Greener Events: Convention Centers and Denali Partner to Keep Food Waste Out of Landfills

Food waste is a massive issue in the U.S., with 51% of food waste from retailers like convention centers and hotels ending up in landfills, contributing to methane emissions that make landfills the third-largest source of methane in the country, said Nancy St. Pierre, director of communications for Denali, an organic waste disposal and recycling services company.  

Wellness Takes Center Stage: Inside Caesars’ Six-City Roadshow

Did you know that incorporating wellness into events can significantly improve attendee satisfaction and net promoter scores without necessarily increasing budgets? By weaving tailored wellness experiences into events, planners can not only create more engaging and impactful event experiences that drive engagement, elevate attendee wellbeing, and foster a greater sense of community but also address the growing demand for wellness in professional settings.

Hotel News: Historic Moana Surfrider in Waikiki Launches Extensive Renovation Project

The historic Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort and Spa in Waikiki, Hawai’i’, has kicked off a major renovation that features a refreshed lobby, guestrooms, and suites, a new oceanfront event space, and curated works from local artists. The project is expected to be completed in phases from summer 2025 through spring 2026, just in time for the 125th anniversary of the Victorian-style hotel, also known to locals as the “First Lady of Waikiki.”  

Crafting Unforgettable Events: 5 Takeaways from PEI’s Lawrence Dvorchik

"We're the music makers,” said PEI Global Head of Value Creation & Strategy Lawrence Dvorchik during a recent keynote at Connect NYC. “We're the dreamers of dreams."  

As Dvorchik indicated, today’s event planners must craft journeys that are not just experiences but also immersive and memorable paths that attendees and sponsors will cherish and talk about long after the event ends. Easier said than done. 

One to Watch: Heather Larson, President & CEO, Meet Chicago Northwest

Heather Larson’s journey into the hospitality, tourism, and events industries began at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she developed a strong passion for service, relationships, and travel. After graduating and falling in love with Chicago’s stately old grand hotels, she began her career honing her skills at iconic Windy City properties including The Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago (formerly The Bismarck), The Whitehall Hotel, The Drake, and the Fairmont Chicago. 

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