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Smart Moves in Hawaii, Las Vegas and More

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Austin Gardner Gardner is vice president of business development for Staypineapple Hotels Inc. Gardner has more than 13 years working in hospitality sales and marketing—specifically with independent hotels—most recently as regional vice president of sales for Oxford Collection Hotels. Louis Downtown, a Hilton Hotel.

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Smart Moves in LA, NYC and More

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Andaz West Hollywood , LA’s premier hotel on the Sunset Strip, named Tucker general manager and Frederick director of sales, events and marketing. Frederick brings 15 years of hotel operations experience to the new role. Suescun was previously director of global accounts at Omni Hotels & Resorts, where she worked for four years.

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A Look Behind the Lobby at New Marriott International Headquarters

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When does a headquarters building look more like a hotel? The 21-story glass building on Wisconsin Ave. A cafe in the lobby with generous seating could be mistaken for a grab-and-go outlet in any Marriott hotel. s Hot Shoppes restaurants, hot food and salads are available for purchase. Tag along to learn more.

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One City, One Contract: A Revolutionary Way to Do Business With Destination Madison

Cvent: Event Marketing

Madison, Wisconsin , is making planners’ lives easier with an innovative initiative like no other. One contract ties each hotel in the city together with a single set of terms. Big brands and independent hotels alike are joining forces to make Madison a planner’s paradise. Attrition is based on lost profit, not lost revenue.

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7 Tips to Make Holiday Parties Sing

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One of the most enjoyable parts of my role as corporate sales manager at The Abbey Resort on Geneva Lake in Fontana, Wisconsin, is collaborating with groups to plan their holiday events. Additionally, consider food stations or passing heavy hors d’oeuvres instead of a sit-down meal. Location is Everything. Encourage Holiday Cheer.

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The Ultimate List of Conferences to Attend in 2023

Stova

March ITB Berlin Convention March 7 - 9, 2023 – Berlin, Germany ITB Berlin is the world’s premier travel and tourism event, covering the entire range of destinations and travel suppliers, including hotels, tourism organizations, tour operators, travel agencies, transport companies, booking portals, and more.

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8 Superb F&B Choices to Cure March Madness

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If you are considering planning an event in one of them, we’ve got the best food and drink orders ready for you. Food: Buffalo wings. If you’re in Buffalo, you better have this classic finger food. Food: Pulled pork and coleslaw. Food: Barbecue Nachos. Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Food: Butter Burger.