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B M & T ••• January/February 2024 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com
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f you are a Meeting Planner the
pressure is always on to creatively
situate clients in the best possible
position for success at their event.
There is an assortment of con-
siderations involved. One of
the most prominent fac-
tors is COST. This
economy has been
volatile as of late and
planning these events must be
strategically coordinated, down to
the location. Although many would love to
hold their events in major metropolises like Los
Angeles, New York and Miami, some budgets
just won't allow it. Thankfully there are
alternative cities in America that can
offer that same great top-level hos-
pitality for half the price.
Additionally, there's easy access
through smaller, more intimate air-
ports, walkable experiences and other
cost effectiveness.
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