Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Meeting Industry Insights
Smart Meetings is the leading meetings industry publisher and voice of inspiration for event professionals. Founded over two decades ago, we specialize in creating cutting-edge content for meeting and event planners through print and digital magazines published 12 times annually. Our comprehensive offerings include luxury networking events, CEU-accredited webinars, transformational podcasts, and digital resources designed to help professionals achieve personal and professional goals.Rooted in founder Marin Bright's deep understanding of industry needs, we maintain a commitment to treating everyone with respect while adapting to technological and communication advancements. As a trusted resource, we support the hospitality community with innovative ideas, elevated experiences, and authentic connections that help navigate economic challenges and industry reinvention.
Services
Industry Publishing
Networking Events
Educational Webinars
Digital Resources
Podcast Production
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We are the industry's leading publisher with over 20 years of specialized experience
- Our EIC-accredited webinars help maintain CMP certifications with automatic CEU reporting
- We offer 12 annual issues of cutting-edge meetings content in print and digital formats
- Our team includes industry-recognized editorial directors and event specialists
- We provide exclusive access to luxury networking events and transformational podcasts
Associations and certifications
- Events Industry Council (EIC)
What people say
Invaluable resource
Excellent networking events
High-quality content
Essential industry insights
Helpful planning tools
Services
Industry Publishing
We produce 12 annual issues of cutting-edge meetings content in print and digital formats. Our publications cover industry trends, event design strategies, and technological innovations specifically tailored for meeting professionals. Each edition combines practical insights with inspirational content to help planners create impactful experiences that achieve business objectives while maintaining E-E-A-T compliance.
Networking Events
Our luxury networking events connect industry professionals through curated experiences that foster meaningful relationships. These gatherings feature expert-led sessions on current challenges and opportunities in event planning, with opportunities for peer-to-peer learning and collaboration. Each event incorporates innovative design elements that demonstrate best practices in action.
Educational Webinars
We offer CEU-accredited webinars covering critical topics in meeting planning and event management. Our educational programming features industry experts sharing real-world experiences on trending subjects, with automatic CEU reporting through our EIC preferred provider status. Sessions focus on practical applications of new strategies and technologies.
Digital Resources
Our comprehensive digital platform provides on-demand access to industry research, planning tools, and market insights. The resources include destination guides, technology reviews, and best practice case studies specifically designed for meeting professionals. Content is regularly updated to reflect current trends and emerging innovations.
Podcast Production
We produce multiple podcast series featuring interviews with industry leaders and coverage of key sector developments. Our audio content explores event design innovations, technology applications, and professional development strategies. Episodes combine practical advice with inspirational stories from experienced professionals across various market segments.
People
Marin Bright
Founder
Marin Bright established Smart Meetings over two decades ago with a vision to support the hospitality community through innovative ideas and authentic connections. Her leadership created the industry's most dynamic publishing platform for event professionals.
Luc Troussieux
President
Luc Troussieux leads Smart Meetings as President, bringing extensive industry experience to drive the company's strategic direction. He oversees all operations while maintaining the publication's commitment to delivering cutting-edge content and valuable resources to meeting professionals.
JT Long
Vice President/Content Director
JT Long serves as Vice President and Content Director, shaping the editorial vision for Smart Meetings. With deep industry expertise, he ensures the publication maintains its position as the leading resource for meeting professionals through high-quality, relevant content.
Kate Zaliznock
Managing Editor
Kate Zaliznock manages editorial operations as Managing Editor, overseeing content creation and publication workflow. She contributes to the company's mission of providing timely, valuable insights to meeting professionals through well-researched articles and industry analysis.
Michele Gardner-Kelley
Event Director
Michele Gardner-Kelley directs event operations, leveraging her extensive experience to create valuable networking opportunities for industry professionals. She ensures each event delivers meaningful content and fosters professional connections aligned with Smart Meetings' mission.
Questions
What services does Smart Meetings offer for event professionals?
We provide industry publications, networking events, educational webinars, digital resources, and podcast content specifically designed for meeting professionals.
How can I earn CMP CEUs through Smart Meetings?
Our EIC-accredited webinars automatically report attendance for CMP continuing education units through the Events Industry Council.
What destinations does Smart Meetings cover?
We feature destinations including Seattle, Reno Tahoe, California, Puerto Rico, and other key meeting locations with hospitality insights.
How long has Smart Meetings been in business?
We've served the meetings industry for over 20 years, establishing ourselves as the leading publication for event professionals.
What makes Smart Meetings different from other industry publications?
We combine cutting-edge content with practical resources and networking opportunities, maintaining EIC accreditation and industry leadership since 2005.
Can I access Smart Meetings content digitally?
Yes, we offer digital magazine editions and online resources accessible through our subscription platform for meeting professionals.
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Reviews (1)
Michael H.
Jul 23, 2013
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It's easy to see why Smart Meetings magazine is one of the top publications in the meetings and event industry when compared to other magazines in this niche. The publication has a lot of real editorial content instead of only advertorials unlike certain other publications. I find their Smart Talk and Industry Watch sections informative and their online exclusive blurbs often tie in well with the rest of the magazine content and cause me to visit their website. If you're in the travel / hospitality or meetings and event industries you should be subscribing to this magazine. And the best
