09/08/2017

Post-Harvey, Meetings Change Course to Give Back

Many meetings are coordinating efforts to help give back to the community

The destruction left behind by Hurricane Harvey has led to an outpouring of support and donations from individuals, organizations, and industries. In the meetings sector, convention centers in Houston and Dallas, along with Austin, have been turned into shelters, and numerous hotel brands have also offered lodging and monetary support to those affected.

While some meetings and conventions were cancelled or postponed due to Harvey (and, this week, due to Hurricane Irma), others went on as planned and will continue to do so in the coming weeks as the area recovers.

However, Harvey is still very much top of mind for planners and attendees, which is why many groups are adjusting their plans to make room for fundraising and relief efforts during their events.

Please click here to read the complete article in Associations Now.