Good Stuff from Joan Eisenstodt

A spate of articles today in just one of the news services (bizjournals.com) I receive:

 From Boston, news of cuts of personnel at tourist attractions and the CVB.  And it's the state where there is a proposition (Massachusetts Question 1) on the ballot to again vote on eliminating the state income tax which will further decimate the budget.

From Birmingham, AL, news about a potential increase in

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Why do we think that hotels, convention centers, conference centers and other venues are going to be able to negotiate 'deals' as if it were November 2001?

The market was soft then, after the terrorist attacks on the United States.  Airlines were back with flights but many companies were still canceling or postponing meetings and business travel.  We were all more cautious about what business we

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I am astounded that the industry, at least as far as I can see, is not talking about even more airline cuts today.  CO announced cuts in flights and personnel.  This on top of DL, AA and UA.  The capacity cuts are going to impact meetings beyond anyone's comprehension I fear. And yet, I'm not seeing this as a subject that is being addressed on the web sites of the industry organizations.  On

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I've long advocated that industry associations (MPI, PCMA, ASAE, etc.) that sponsor auctions to raise money for their foundations should offer, in addition to the wonderful stays at hotels and resorts, a package of staying home.

These packages would include housecleaning services, other personal services like manicure and pedicure and massage - all in the comfort of your home if you so desired,

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