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Behind the Scenes: How We Design The Summit Experience From the Inside Out
AV Chicago describes how every aspect of the production of The Summit is created with an understanding of what the attendees need to thrive throughout the event.
ShowREADY
1 day ago3 min read


Enhance Your Events Through Multiculturalism
Chicago's diversity is one of its greatest resources, and the most innovative planners know how to take advantage of it in their day-to-day work. One of the Education & Eggs sessions at The Summit, How Events Are Creating Unforgettable Experiences by Leveraging Multicultural Resources, will put you in position to join them.
Dave Lifton
Mar 201 min read


Clients Become Friends at The Summit
For Dayna Malow, CEO of Live Art International, The Summit (formerly the Hospitality & Tourism Summit) is one of her favorite days on her calendar because she thinks of the many friendships she's made from it.
Dave Lifton
Mar 191 min read


The Summit Can Energize You
The Summit puts you in touch with people who can help take your project to the next level.
Dave Lifton
Mar 191 min read


Finalists Announced for Second Annual Summit Awards
Eleven winners across various categories recognizing Chicago's hospitality and tourism leaders will be Announced at 26th Annual Hospitality & Tourism Summit April 28
Dave Lifton
Mar 122 min read


Important Notice Regarding Unauthorized Emails About Summit Attendee Lists
Ateema does not sell or distribute our attendee database to third parties. Protecting the privacy of our attendees and maintaining trust within the hospitality community is extremely important to us.
Tim O'Malley
Mar 121 min read


The Smartest Way to Sell in Chicago Hospitality Right Now
The Summit offers the best opportunity to sell efficiently because it brings the entire industry together in one place in one day.
Tim O'Malley
Mar 62 min read


How to Get Media Coverage in 2026: What Journalists Want
Meet the Media: How to Get Your Venue Featured in Local & National Press, one of the Education & Eggs sessions at The Summit, is designed to help your restaurant or attraction draw the coverage it deserves.
Dave Lifton
Feb 261 min read


How AI Can Improve B2B Events
A session at The Summit will use examples from sports and B2C experiences that can improve B2B events.
Dave Lifton
Feb 252 min read


The Rooms Where Hospitality Business Actually Gets Done
The trade show of The Summit can be a force multiplier — whether you’re there to sell, source partners, or find what’s next. Here's what those rooms actually do.
Tim O'Malley
Feb 253 min read


Live Art International Named as Presenting Partner of the 25th Anniversary of the Summit
Ateema Media & Marketing is proud to announce that Live Art International will be the Presenting Partner of the 25th Anniversary edition of The Summit (formerly the Hospitality & Tourism Summit), which will be held April 28 in Chicago’s West Loop.
Dave Lifton
Feb 202 min read


Yolk Returns as Sponsor of Education & Eggs — Fueling Big Ideas at the 25th Anniversary of The Summit
Yolk is back sponsoring Education & Eggs at The Summit Chicago—fueling the 25th anniversary with breakfast and industry insight.
Tim O'Malley
Nov 13, 20252 min read


Behind the Scenes at The Summit: An Insider’s Look at What It Took to Make It Happen
An insider look at how AV Chicago helped power The Summit Chicago across two venues with seamless staging, LED visuals, and breakout tech.
ShowREADY
Apr 25, 20253 min read


The Summit Unites 1,150+ Industry Leaders at Annual Trade show
The Summit Chicago brought together 1,150+ industry leaders, 100+ exhibitors, and introduced The Summit Awards celebrating tourism excellence.
Acasia Gibson
Apr 22, 20252 min read


Chicago can weather a drop in international visitors, tourism leaders say
At The Summit Chicago, leaders share why the city can handle fewer international visitors—and what the outlook means for 2025.
Pat Nabong/Sun-Times
Apr 20, 20252 min read


Boost Your Event Planning Acumen: Join The Summit's Planner-Centric Education, Trade Show, Networking, and Awards!
Get the planner’s guide to The Summit Chicago: Education & Eggs, planner-track sessions, roundtables, trade show, networking, and awards.
Tim O'Malley
Apr 1, 20252 min read


Feeling Uncertain? Here's How The Summit Can Help
Navigate uncertainty with The Summit Chicago 2025: lead-gen exhibiting, expert insights, roundtables, and high-value networking.
Tim O'Malley
Mar 25, 20252 min read


Tired of Chasing Cold Hospitality Leads? Here’s a Smarter Way to Reach Tourism & Event Buyers & Influencers
Meet tourism and event buyers in one day. Here’s how exhibiting at The Summit Chicago turns cold outreach into warm, face-to-face leads.
Tim O'Malley
Mar 12, 20254 min read


The Hospitality & Tourism Summit Chicago: What You Need to Know
Everything you need to know about The Summit Chicago in the West Loop—Education & Eggs, roundtables, trade show, and awards.
Tim O'Malley
Mar 4, 20252 min read


Beyond the Booth: How The Summit Creates Meaningful Business Opportunities
The Summit Chicago isn’t just a trade show—it's where exhibitor conversations become partnerships, sales opportunities, and long-term growth.
Tim O'Malley
Feb 19, 20253 min read
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