Special Event Meeting Planner
Crystal Bridges to Create New, Integrated Spaces With Expansion
In spring of 2021 Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art revealed plans for an expansion that will grow the acclaimed Bentonville Museum by 100,000 SF and increase its size by 50%. read more >
Water Damage Leads to Revamped Grand Prairie Center
The Grand Prairie Center in Stuttgart is booking events after being closed because of water damage from pipes that burst in February 2021. read more >
Live Events Returning With Pandemic-related Changes in Place
It will be important for event organizers to consider the government, city or facility COVID-19 restrictions and safety measures with which they will have to contend. read more >
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Casino Expansion Upside Includes Hotels, Tourism Boost
Once the voters of Arkansas decided to stake their hopes on casinos, it didn’t take long for wagering options in the state to expand. read more >
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Conventions, Trade Shows, Draw Crowds and Dollars
While longer lines in your favorite lunchtime spot or the dearth of parking are inconvenient, it also means your city is putting its best foot forward and reaping welcome tourism dollars. read more >
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Momentary Vision Fills Northwest Arkansas
Scheduled to open Feb. 22, The Momentary is a new contemporary art space in downtown Bentonville that will exist as a satellite to the acclaimed Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. read more >
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From the Editor: Inside Meeting Planner 2020
It’s early, but in this year’s Arkansas Business Publishing Meeting Planner guide, we begin to examine the potential effect on tourism that these new spaces will have. Spoiler: it’s positive. read more >
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From the Editor: Inside Meeting Planner 2019
Welcome to this year’s Arkansas Business Meeting Planner guide, where you will find the resources and facilities you’ll need to plan your next company retreat, meeting or professional convention. read more >
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Arkansas Food Finds Off The Beaten Path
Take a break from your meeting to seek out some of Arkansas’ signature foods. read more >
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Convention Center Adds Red Wolf Hospitality to Jonesboro
Education, entertainment and hospitality will combine when the Red Wolf Convention Center opens on the Arkansas State University campus in late summer. read more >
Walmart’s ‘Big Share’ in Northwest Arkansas
For a weekend each summer, one of the biggest company meetings in the world turns northwest Arkansas into something resembling the World’s Fair. read more >
Hitting The Trail In Hot Springs
In November, Visit Hot Springs began construction on phase one of a planned, 44.6-mile system of mountain biking trails on the city-owned Northwoods/Cedar Glades properties in the northern section of Hot Springs. read more >
Arkansas Companies Move Forward With Staff Retreats
Presidents, CEOs say annual group events are more than worth the effort. read more >
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Governor’s Conference on Tourism Celebrates Industry, Promotes the Natural State.
Governor's Conference on Tourism brings Arkansas industry professionals together to network, share ideas, and call attention to all that the Natural State has to offer. read more >
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A Tasty Slate of New Spaces, Places Dot Arkansas Landscape
Renovations and new facilities capitalize on blossoming dining and arts scenes. read more >
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From the Editor: Inside Meeting Planner 2018
We hope you will find this resource useful as well as easy to use when planning company events and outings large or small. read more >
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Location Situation: Prioritize Your People When Selecting Your Site
Find tips for making a dollar go farther as you plan your next meeting, conference or company retreat. read more >
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What’s New, Renewed and Renovated in Little Rock Meeting & Event Spaces
Renovations and new construction are enhancing Little Rock’s meeting space options. Here is a roundup of local projects read more >
5 Bottom Line Ideas for a Top Notch Event
To make sure your next event boasts a menu as perfect as the event itself, we’ve rounded up tips and tricks to keep in mind as you choose everything from hors d’oeuvres to dessert. read more >
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6 Planning Tips From The Pros on Throwing An Eventful Event
When it comes to planning your event, the to-do list may seem daunting. We’ve spoken with event planners from around the state for their tips and tricks for making your event run seamlessly from the planning stage to the day-of. read more >
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