The latest HPN Global Master Class brought our planner community together once again, this time at the beautiful Pendry Baltimore. These gatherings has always been a special part of who we are, and Baltimore offered the perfect setting for the connection and conversations that took place. The day felt like a true think tank. Every [...]
New Service Offering Contract Review and Negotiation Support to Help Event Professionals Avoid Costly Fees HPN Global is excited to introduce HotelAttrition.com, a game-changing platform built specifically to help meeting and event planners eliminate hotel attrition penalties. What Is Hotel Attrition and Why It Matters Hotel attrition penalties are among the most costly and disruptive [...]
Every October, the meetings and events industry converges at IMEX America, and this year, HPN Global is showing up bigger and better than ever before. With 60 HPN Associates attending, an all-time record for us, this is more than just another industry event. It’s a moment where our people, partnerships, and purpose take center stage. [...]
Thanks all for attending the 2025 HPN Global Annual Conference in Las Vegas! Wow, what a kick ass time! We hope you had an absolutely fantastic time connecting with colleagues, gaining valuable insights from Peter Thomas, and, of course, dominating on the dodgeball court at Allegiant Stadium. Your energy and enthusiasm made this year's conference [...]
We’re days away from HPN25 at Caesars Palace, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome our partners to Las Vegas August 26-29 for a celebration of relationships, results, and the future of meetings and events. Before you board your flight or pack your suitcase, take a moment to review the key details below so [...]
At HPN Global, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. For Vice President of Global Accounts Mike Zollars, that belief is rooted in meaningful moments from every stage of his hospitality career. One of his favorites goes back to his days as a bellman at The Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead. While working there, Mike helped [...]
Mandi Graziano Celebrates 15 Years with HPN Global Fifteen years ago, Mandi Graziano made a life-changing decision. It started with a call from HPN Global CEO Bill Kilburg, who said, “I heard you fell in love. You know, if you work with HPN Global, you can move back to San Diego and be with your [...]
What to Expect at the HPN Global 2025 Partner Conference The HPN Global 2025 Partner Conference is set to take place at the iconic Caesars Palace in Las Vegas from August 26–29. This exclusive, invitation-only event brings together industry leaders to build meaningful connections, exchange insights, and celebrate what makes our community so special. Kelly [...]
Bill Fassbender Reflects on 5 Years with HPN Global Five years ago, Bill Fassbender made a decision that would reshape his professional and personal life. After spending two decades in hotel operations, he took on a new opportunity as Vice President of Global Accounts at HPN Global. This move offered him a new challenge and [...]
The Power of Face-to-Face Meetings in a Digital World At HPN Global, we believe relationships are the foundation of everything we do. While virtual tools help us stay connected, nothing replaces the energy, trust, and value that comes from face-to-face meetings. Recently, our team has been reconnecting with partners and clients in person across the [...]








