McQ1 Meetings & Events

09/06/2018

As a meetings management company I am passionate about many things. As a medical meeting planner for 18 years healthcare is at the top of my list as is education. To help Aaron achieve her goal of going to college after overcoming such an obstacle would make me so happy. McQ1 Meetings will be making a corporate donation and we look forward to seeing the pot grow in the coming weeks! Thank you for supporting this cause.

Aaron Washington has had a long road to recovery after a long battle with SICKLE CELL DISEASE. She received the first non-match bone marrow transplant from her sister and had part of her brain removed. While Aaron is thriving, she still has ongoing therapies - but what is MOST remarkable is in...

07/16/2018

Are you an Independent Meeting Planner or Entrepreneur?

07/10/2018

Register Now for the Business Bootcamp for Independent Meeting Planners. Seats are Limited! August 9th, NYC! Don't miss these incredible Speakers and Networking.

07/05/2018

The Business Bootcamp for Independent Planners kicks off on August 9th on New York! Register by July 9th and save $50 and receive a 30 coaching session. Contact us today for questions about how we can take your business to the next level. [email protected]

Register: www.businessbootcamp.expert

Have you heard? We are offering a $50 savings plus a one 30 minute coaching session for the August 9th NYC The Business Bootcamp for Independent Planners. All you have to do is register by this Sunday!

07/02/2018

New York here we come! August 9th will be a great opportunity for all independent planners to come together to learn about marketing, Sales and new business strategies.
Most importantly we are creating a network of independent planners and a community of Resourses that won’t end when the meeting ends!
We will be featuring Liz Caruso (King) , Patrick Williams, Kevin C. Snyder, PhD, Colleen McQuone, Heather Herrig, and many others from this amazing industry



Register today:
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02/07/2018

Exited to start as a Faculty member at the College of Continuing and Professional Educational at KSU College of Continuing and Professional Education at KSU Kennesaw State University Meeting Professionals International I Georgia Chapter - MPI Georgia

01/09/2018

Colleen McQuone & Tass Sweeney are excited to launch the events dept at Cinema Park Studios. We look forward to growing their Mtg & Events dept in ATL & Globally. http://conta.cc/2FhgZHO

01/05/2018

Great Tips!

In this week’s video, we talk about how to “What To Do If You Make A Mistake With A Client”. The world today is very different than it was 15 years ago. These days, unhappy clients have a great deal of power and are not afraid of using it. The first thing that comes to …

12/29/2017

Great tips to be a
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11/18/2017

did a great article for small business owners. As an myself I’ll take all the wisdom and information I can, especially when it comes to finances. Personally, I find that developing authentic strategic relationships works best and finding people with whom i can collaborate with to grow each others businesses. Either way, being a small business owner / entrepreneur is not for the faint of heart!! But the rewards are amazing!

Stay tuned as Heather Herrig and I roll out our Independent Planner Business Bootcamp in 2018!

What to consider when taking a business risk.

11/10/2017

It was incredible to attend the Awards on Wednesday Night. From a production standpoint it was a thrill to see it all come together. Thanks for the tickets and for the hotel room. Nashville was an incredible host

11/04/2017

Thank you I could not have said it better myself!

11/03/2017

True inspiration for a Friday...!

09/17/2017

I am interested in your feedback..!

Event planners have to juggle lots of responsibilities. Sometimes those responsibilities require swift and decisive action and complete discreteness.

08/14/2017

What a beautiful challenge to engage members, speakers and board members to think outside the box and create something dynamic and interesting for all!

The association meeting is dead. Long live the association meeting! The annual meeting is the lifeblood of most associations, providing a critical source of sponsorship and exhibit revenue and opportunities to...

07/22/2017

After planning so many international programs this year we all need to think beyond our borders when we think of tourism and travel and the impact on the global economy!

We set the record straight and break down just why our beloved "eventprofs" are so valuable to our economy and environment!

07/22/2017

Creativity or Bust!

After the smashing success of our last “10 Out-of-the-Box Ideas” post, we decided to follow up with the next segment! Below are a few of our favorite ideas that

07/07/2017

If you are looking for a security firm to do audits of your event to make sure you have the right security in place OR serve as security in place - check out https://www.rdlsecuritysolutions.com/about

This is one of many highly skilled security firms to consider. Always make sure to check references,licenses, and make sure their staff has the expertise for your specific type of event.

Our experts have consulted on major events such as marathons and music festivals.

05/18/2017

If you missed this Webinar, here is the link. We hope you enjoy! Contact Colleen McQuone or Heather Herrig with any questions

https://vimeo.com/219876371

Are you ready to get started as an independent event planner? Join us on May 23 for a SPIN:Seminar with Heather Herrig and Colleen McQuone! More info: http://bit.ly/2r290aI

04/06/2017

Very well done article

Science Of Meetings

03/22/2017

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Myka Meier will teach you to put down your Phone and pick up (the proper) fork.

03/22/2017

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03/13/2017

A day in the life...

03/07/2017

I love Atlanta

Pioneered by the Rockefeller Foundation, the 100 Resilient Cities program is dedicated to helping cities around the world become more resilient to physical, social and economic challenges. Resilient Atlanta aims to combine local expertise with global best practices to ensure we connect our city with...

11/16/2016

Meeting & Incentive Forums Best Networking Event that is still yielding returns on my investment

10/19/2016

Nothing short of amazing at IMEX 2016 in Las Vegas

10/13/2016

So proud of Discover Atlanta and all that it has to offer globally. Money20/20

A delegation of nearly 200 Georgia-based financial technology (FinTech) and financial services (FinServ) professionals will attend Money 20/20, the world’s largest payments and financial services innovation event, from Oct. 23-26 at The Venetian in Las Vegas. Led by FinTech Atlanta, this Georg...

09/08/2016

As a professional who has worked in healthcare for 15 years I am so impressed and in awe of this story. I know this family personally and would love to help them meet their medical needs. Will you help me? Please consider donating today and pass it on! I would love to get the word out to others in the healthcare and corporate world who could donate and improve the quality of the young girls life.

Aaron Washington, who just so happens to be our sister, has had a special relationship with time since she was born two months early on May 18, 1994 with Sickle Cell Anemia. Many loving but skeptical doctors made time somewhat of a threat when Aaron was given only a few short years to live. The...