What will define standout meetings and events in 2026? To help you stay ahead of the curve, we sat down with three seasoned industry leaders to uncover the trends, technologies and attendee expectations shaping the year ahead. From immersive design and personalization to sustainability, A/V best…
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What comes to mind when you think of a downtown and what you'll find in Madison are two different things. Downtown Madison stands apart from bustling concrete jungles as a vibrant, walkable, bikeable stretch of city flanked by two glittering lakes and focused around one of the nation's most…
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Meeting planners are navigating a new reality in 2026: Attendee safety isn’t just a consideration—it’s a core requirement. According to a November 2025 Future Partners report, more than 80% of planners now rank a “safe environment” as a critical factor when selecting a destination, and…
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If you’re in the meetings industry, it’s no secret that budgets are tighter and costs are on the rise, from A/V to F&B. That a city's reputation for safety is very important, as well as a city's welcoming atmosphere and ease of travel accessibility. Those factors alone may be the reason a study…
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I like to tell people I work in an “invisible industry.” It immediately invites a sense of intrigue, and easily proves true if I invite them to identify who is a Madison resident and who is a visitor while strolling down State Street. (Hint: you can’t win that game.) They’re usually impressed to…
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Madison’s hospitality scene leveled up in 2024 with the arrival of its newest Hilton brand hotel, Embassy Suites Madison Downtown. Take it from Cindy Delaney, President & CEO of Delaney Event Management, who has kept a pulse on the Madison area over her tenured experience as an event professional:…
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Home to a world-class research university and thriving STEM ecosystem, Madison, WI has the intellectual capital to spark bold ideas at your conference and drive valuable connections among your attendees. Add stunning lake views, big-city amenities and stress-free travel, and you’ve got a…
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How did the Madtown Pickleball Open become Wisconsin’s largest outdoor pickleball tournament? Let's take it back to the beginning. The year was 2020. As the world sought new ways to stay social safely, who knew that pickleball would emerge as such a strong national pastime? The Madison Area Sports…
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Located in the heart of downtown Madison, The Madison Concourse Hotel offers upscale accommodations with ease of access to Madison’s cultural core. This hotel goes beyond providing a comfortable space to meet or unwind—it places your attendees at the center of Madison’s top attractions, offering…
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Remote and hybrid work schedules have expanded our idea of what a workplace is. Can you work your desk job from a shoreline, a shop or a shanty? Absolutely. It's your opportunity to see more of the world while maintaining the normalcy of a steady career. If your job allows you to work around the…
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