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Conference Go/No-Go Decisions in a Pandemic

Velvet Chainsaw

Summertime V-shape – deeper contraction, bigger recovery. Fall Recovery – Extended contraction. In the beginning of this crisis, organizers of major conferences and trade shows were canceling with very little lead time. The Institute of Food Technologists recently pulled the plug on their July show in Chicago.

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Smart Moves in Mexico, Atlanta and More

Smart Meetings

Englander takes on the role of account manager as well, and will assist with all aspects of site selection and contract negotiation processes. Najera has honed his skills in marketing throughout his two decade career, working across various sectors, including advertising and hospitality.

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Will Meetings Thrive in 2024?

Smart Meetings

Experts weigh in on what needs to change to work together better Editor’s Note : Hospitality sales consultant Steve Steinhart will be speaking at Smart Meetings Extraordinary Experience in Monterey, California, Nov. Register here to hear him in person. I understand hotel costs have risen.” Perhaps to include more than just the meeting specs.”

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Marriott’s ‘Meet with Momentum’ Creates Community Like None Other

Smart Meetings

Trade Show at Meet with Momentum The panel discussed at length how to curate experiences that are not cookie-cutter—it gives planners a reason to stay on property and is an opportunity to involve the local community. Room resales and sliding cancellations are things of the past. And prioritize. Pick your battles.

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Expo! Expo! Delivers Supplier Stories

Smart Meetings

Much of the action takes place on the trade show floor and during social gatherings. “Getting just one good introduction or contract accomplishes my goal if I can book something because of it,” says Greg DeSandy, director of sales and event services at Cobo Center Detroit Regional Convention Facility Authority. .

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Experts: Travel Industry Could Coast Through Recession

Smart Meetings

Why is hospitality industry sentiment upbeat even as predictions call for economic downturn? Oxford Economics’ Savelli explained that during past recessions, room demand overreacted, with sometimes twice as much of a contraction as the economy overall. Just don’t call it a trade show,” he advised.

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7 Smart Moves at Hotel Crescent Court and More

Smart Meetings

He’s based in Thailand and will help planners with site selection and contract negotiation throughout the Asian market. She has been with ACVB since 2015, previously serving as trade show sales coordinator and administrative assistant. Maytas Jiwalai Jiwalai joined ConferenceDirect as director of global accounts.

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