We had such a great time at the 2026 Small Market Meetings Conference in El Paso! Check out our video recap for some highlights.

The October issue of Small Market Meetings is officially here, and we are prioritizing wellness and resetting this Fall. Inside, you'll find: 🧘‍♀️ Wellness meeting destinations 🧘‍♀️ An Illinois meeting guide 🧘‍♀️ A Fall reset guide + more! Read it here: lnk.bio/s/6b6ba

From smaller cities to more populated areas, automobile museums give attendees a largely unique experience and have many options for groups, such as scavenger hunts and guided tours. Read it here: lnk.bio/s/65c1b

From the September issue of Small Market Meetings, this article discusses different ways college campuses are implementing better venues and sites for meeting planners, such as entertainment districts and new convention centers. Read it here: lnk.bio/s/71fb0

With culture and history at the forefront, a walkable downtown space for visitors and gorgeous water views, Mobile, Alabama is the next vibrant place for meeting planners to look at. Read it here: lnk.bio/s/67f11

From the September issue of Small Market Meetings, this article highlights Durham as the perfect blend of a modern amenities and a small town feel. Read it here: lnk.bio/s/b1faf

September has arrived! Gather 'round and cheers to the newest edition of SMM. Inside, you'll find: 🥂 AI tips for planners 🥂 Automobile museum venues 🥂 A town spotlight on Durham, NC 🥂 A Mobile, AL highlights reel + more! Read it here: lnk.bio/s/c7a2e

The July-August issue of Small Market Meetings is here! Inside, you'll find features on: ⭐ Salem, Oregon ⭐ Mississippi's small towns ⭐ Community impact at meetings and events ⭐ Sioux City, Iowa ⭐ Indiana's conference hotels Read it here: lnk.bio/s/f161d

A city being small does not mean it can't be an ideal meeting spot, and Ohio is proof. From the May issue of Small Market Meetings, this article discusses a variety of small-town areas in Ohio, from Canton to Lima, and highlights all of the art and history they have to offer.

From the May issue of Small Market Meetings, this article highlights Kevin Patterson and his role as the manager of meetings for 100 Black Men of America, a nonprofit organization working to improve the quality of life and opportunities in African American communities.

Sadie Noland, an exhibit and media specialist at the Pediatric Academic Societies Meeting, is a passionate advocate for accessibility. This article highlights her tips for educating oneself on the need for accessibility. Read it here:

Often paired with affordability and diversity, universities hold some of the best meeting spaces. From the May issue of Small Market Meetings, this article discusses a few colleges throughout the United States that are perfect as your next meeting destination. Read it here:

From waterfront views to downtown nightlife, this insights article highlights cities like Dayton, Ohio, and Macon, Georgia, discussing all they have to offer as a meeting destination. Read it here:

With its eye-catching mix of scenic horse farms and nightlife, Lexington is an ideal meeting spot to appreciate the beauty and diversity of Kentucky. This article highlights meeting destinations and post-event activities to explore with your team. Read it here:

From the May issue of Small Market Meetings, this managing article dives into all that leaders need to create a healthy workplace environment for their peers, including making culture a part of policy. Read it here:

A glass of wine is the perfect companion to check out the new edition of Small Market Meetings! Inside you'll find: 🍷 A city highlight on Lexington, Kentucky 🍷 Ohio and Washington meeting guides 🍷 College campuses for meetings Read it here: lnk.bio/s/7f5de

One way to bet on a good meeting plan for your group: casino destinations. This article highlights key places in Louisiana that offer casinos, other forms of entertainment and pleasure, and meeting venues. Read it here: lnk.bio/s/ce3b7

Shelbi Quintana Walker knows how to combine work with fun. As the director of sales and strategic partnerships for Visit Berkeley, Walker knows about the importance of making connections and being somewhere you feel you belong. Read it here: lnk.bio/s/36018

Blake Waravdekar, a meeting planner at the Association of American Medical Colleges, talks about her experiences transitioning jobs as a young professional. Read the article here: lnk.bio/s/b0681

From the April issue of Small Market Meetings, this article highlights places such as Green Bay, filled with sports fans, and Gulf Shores, filled with beaches, that double as event spaces for faith-focused groups. Read it here: lnk.bio/s/1a0ca