We love Twitter here at Q Center.  Since joining, we've interacted with a ton of great people, publications, Meeting Planners, industry associations and thought leaders who help us further what we

Ever take the same route to work so long that you don’t even think about a better way to get there? Sure it may be familiar, but you may not notice the drive getting one iota slower every

Corporate training is essential to developing a young, productive and vibrant staff. But to teach them the tricks of the trade, you need to know how they learn and what motivates them.

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It’s been an exciting few weeks here at Q Center!  Not only have we launched our new website (isn’t it beautiful?), we are excited to announce the promotion of our very own, Laura Walczynski.

The job title “chief learning officer” (CLO) came on the scene in the 1990s and is becoming even more mainstream today. With the need to globalize organizations, embrace smaller budgets, and

Companies practicing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)—a built-in, active commitment from a business to benefit the greater community—stand to benefit in many ways, including increased

“If employers want engagement and commitment, they must put money into training,” says Kristen Fyfe, a spokesperson for the American Society of Training & Development, in this Fortune article.

In light of corporate responsibility, today’s meeting planners have a new challenge: they must find spaces that meet both the event requirements and their client's “green” values.  As you well

Meetings and events are often seen as a reflection of an organization’s values. As corporations become more conscious of the leadership role they play in fostering communities and building a

In an increasingly global environment, meeting planning has taken on an extra level of complexity. This is particularly true for off-site events. More than ever, meeting planners need to make sure

One of the first rules of meeting planning is that no two meetings are completely alike. Programs must be designed from a scalability standpoint, taking into account your goals, group size, and

On behalf of the Q Center team, we would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season!

Am I getting the most out of my event budget? What is the most efficient and cost-effective way to make an event come together? How can I ensure that participants are fully engaged with the

Creating a menu that offers a little something for everyone to enjoy can be a challenge, especially when hosting guests from across the country or around the world. For the ideal culinary experience,

At Q Center, we believe everyone should experience the best in comfort, security, and quality service. For this reason, we support the efforts of local organizations that are making a difference. One of these organizations is Lazarus House, a homeless shelter in mid Kane County, Ill. that provides hospitality, food, safe shelter and support to people in need.

There's an ephemeral beauty to a well-catered event.

It's a bit like building castles in the sand. To create something awe-inspiring takes a great deal of dedication and skill, yet it comes with the knowledge that your work will disappear soon after. Caterers, event planners, and chefs know that the more delicious the food and visually-appealing the setting, the faster your event seems to fly by. You’re having such a good time, the event is over before you have a chance to worry about anything! That's a mark of greatness in which our team takes pride.

The next time you are seeking innovative or inspirational meeting planning ideas, we invite you to join us on Pinterest.

Pinterest is a popular online resource for special events planners.  Q Center is using this application to share examples of our customized work with meeting professionals around the world. Using our Pinterest boards, event and meeting planners can experience the power of Q from the convenience of their own offices.

Pinterest also offers our guests a little something extra to look forward to. There are a variety of services and activities to choose from and, by browsing our on-site photos, guests can use Pinterest to explore the details of their stay.

We invite you to visit us on Pinterest and view our first board, Welcome to Q Center!  By following us on Pinterest, meeting planners can stay up-to-date on our latest menu, facilities, and staging options. Guests will discover our sports facilities, nightlife activities, and other relaxation opportunities here at Q Center.

As communication technology continues to evolve, an increasing number of business leaders are seeing the advantages of hosting virtual and blended meetings. Our expert staff has worked with

Imagine a world where technology can help to produce a creative and engaging learning environment in which presentations go beyond the use of sight and sound. Envision a presentation so finely

It's been said that nothing would be more tiresome than eating and drinking, if they weren’t both a pleasure and a necessity.

The perception of value and overall cost are top considerations for