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2020 MEETING NOTES 11 ON-THE-SPOT SWAG Glowforge creates meaningful moments at events with 3D laser printers. By Kassidy Tarala
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12 TIPS FROM A PRO Five ways to prioritize mental health. By Ashlee Mueller 14 RESTAURANT RECOMMENDATION Baldamar opens in Roseville. By Morgan Halaska
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16 F&B The Kitchen by Entourage Events Group travels to you. By Hannah Cullen
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18 VENUE SPOTLIGHT Anahata Collaborative is all about community. By Hannah Cullen
20 BEYOND THE BORDERS Discover The Palm Beaches. By Morgan Halaska
22 SIGNATURE DRINK Brooklyn Bonfire, courtesy of Baldamar 23 EVENT SNAPSHOT Tech Dump’s ultimate zero waste fundraiser encouraged guests to skip the formalwear and tune in from home. By Megan Gosch
50 INFOGRAPHIC Kimpton’s 2020 Culinary & Cocktails Trend Forecast identifies the F&B trends to watch this year. Rese a rch cou r t es y of K i mpt on Hot el s & Res t au r a nt s
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52 REGIONAL NEWS What’s happening in the local industry. Compiled by
Jolene Ihle is this year’s Lifetime Achievement honoree. Photo by
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62 SNAPSHOTS Photos from WeConnect, MPI Minnesota Chapter’s one-day annual conference
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