[articles](https://www.turningstone.com/press/articles) / [meetings](#) / [Think Beyond the Boardroom: Five Ideas for Unique, Immersive and Memorable Meeting Experiences](#) ![](https://www.turningstone.com/uploads/press/1575555559tigerphoto.jpg) Think Beyond the Boardroom: Five Ideas for Unique, Immersive and Memorable Meeting Experiences ============================================================================================== Some of the most memorable and rewarding meetings take place outside the conference room. So think beyond conventional meeting spaces when you plan your next group event and [consider all the other settings](https://www.turningstone.com/press/articles/meetings/types-of-venues-for-corporate-events) your destination might have to offer. Doing so can engage your attendees in unexpected ways, spurring creativity, increasing productivity, and leaving a lasting impression. Here are a few ideas from Turning Stone Resort Casino’s [meeting experts](https://www.turningstone.com/groups-events#meet-event-specialists): 1. **Give a keynote more kick.** In the age of TED Talks, keynote presentations are becoming less formal and more interactive. Give yours more punch by taking it out of the traditional theater-style setup and into the higher-energy, less formal setting of a nightclub or lounge. At Turning Stone, groups might move their keynote to The Gig, a rock and roll joint that sets the right tone with its open concept, comfortable mix of furniture from the 1960s, ’70s and ’80s, and strong visual punches like a towering wall of vintage speakers. A 16-foot LED video wall behind the stage enables compelling, high-tech presentations. The Showroom, a 700-seat cabaret-style space, is another increasingly popular keynote choice for groups meeting at Turning Stone. 2. **Shake up breaks.** We all know incorporating movement into meeting breaks helps attendees refresh, relax and return to the table with renewed focus. Instead of bringing someone in to lead a few predictable stretches, why not have a quick dance lesson? A venue like Turning Stone’s Americana-themed Tin Rooster is the perfect choice for a combined meeting and dance break. Make it line dancing to keep the country vibe going and add a homemade BBQ lunch. 3. **Save on themed decor.** An ace AV team can transform any ballroom into a richly themed wonderland. But you can get the same punch without the extra planning and budget by holding your reception in a setting where the theme is built in. At Turning Stone, guests can let loose after a long day of meetings with a networking reception at The Turquoise Tiger, immersed in the glamour of a 1940s-era jazz club. Shift the money saved on technological wizardry and décor to live music from the era and themed cocktails. 4. **Take a swing at team-building.** Sports and team-building are a natural fit. Scout the recreational facilities at the resort for opportunities to combine a sports-themed meeting and group activity. Turning Stone’s Golf Dome and Sportsplex, for example, is a unique, seven-story space in which groups can transition seamlessly from a meeting to a highly memorable indoor golf or tennis tournament. 5. **Get into the kitchen.** Take your guests into the kitchen for a [group cooking class](https://www.turningstone.com/press/articles/meetings/team-building-with-taste-eight-culinary-team-building-activities) that does double duty as a meal break and team-building activity. Cooking together is fun, creative and fosters stronger working relationships. Tie the lesson to your meeting destination by having them make a regional specialty, or focus on healthy dining or seasonal treats. And that’s just a start—for more great ideas to make your meetings stand out, email our [meeting specialists](https://www.turningstone.com/groups-events#meet-event-specialists) at or call 315.361.7910, and be sure to follow us [@TURNINGSTONE](https://www.instagram.com/turningstone/)! 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