Smart Meetings

AUGUST 6, 2024

Many Canadian vendors have focused on elevated food and beverage options to stand out in an increasingly competitive global market for meetings and events. Our mission is to balance comfort food with the unique local flavors of Toronto, providing guests with a taste of the city’s culinary heritage.

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The Royal College of Physicians today announces the appointment of Jo Stafford as the new Group General Manager for catering and venue operations at its London and Liverpool venues: RCP London Events and Spaces at the Spine. She has also managed high-profile events for the military in Southeast England and Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 23, 2024

Accessible, healthy, creative food and the people who order F&B for events took center stage at Smart Meetings Culinary Experience at Paris Las Vegas this week. The Power of Catering Tracy Stuckrath Meeting professional choices about food and beverage orders impact everything from sustainability, engagement and inclusivity to budget.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 13, 2024

While we often meticulously plan the culinary experiences at our events, beverages, particularly wine, are frequently chosen from a generic banquet menu. The wine industry itself leads in many areas crucial to us as event professionals, including hospitality, sustainability , and fostering diversity and belonging. Know who to talk to.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

We are beyond the halfway point as an industry in prioritizing sustainability, if you go by the 14th Global Forecast from Amex GBT Meetings & Events forecast. Nearly double the percentage of Meetings Market Survey respondents — 60 percent vs. 31 percent in 2023 — are including sustainability requirements in their RFPs.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Lopez will serve as director of food & beverage, bringing with him 21 years of experience in food and wine in the hospitality industry. He will manage all food and beverage processes and events and will establish and uphold exceptional culinary experiences for guests.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 12, 2022

of versatile outdoor space, which can be used for any kind of outdoor event including banquets and cocktail receptions, says project general manager Kevin Buryczki of OVG360. Sustainability Shaped by the Local Community. Read More: California: Meet Where Sustainable Innovation Lives. main event floor and 10,000 sq.

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GEVME

JANUARY 27, 2020

And everybody loves enjoying a day, an evening or perhaps a weekend with lots of food, drinks, discussions, connecting with other people, exchanging ideas, workshops and/or other activities. . While people love spending their time in such places, the organizers do not really place sustainability as the anchor of organizing such events.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 18, 2023

IMEX America Moves Toward a Sustainable Events Future IMEX America 2022 was the greenest one yet. Counting the Sustainable Event Measures IMEX America 2022 , which took place Oct. Counting the Sustainable Event Measures IMEX America 2022 , which took place Oct. IMEX is not new to the quest for more sustainable events.

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Event Marketer

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

” –Ryan Keen, Senior Marketing Manager, Coca-Cola Sips & Sounds was designed to provide “different types of value” for multiple aspects of Coca-Cola’s business. Over the summer, the beverage giant added another notch to its belt: The Coca-Cola Sips & Sounds Summer Festival, Amplified by Coke Studio.

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Attendease

JANUARY 21, 2021

Food and beverage service will evolve from lines and buffets to service in individual containers or plates and offered with minimal contact points. One of the greatest challenges leaders face is managing and inspiring individuals when the rug has been pulled out from under the organizational structures we all knew.

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Velvet Chainsaw

MARCH 15, 2023

This perfect storm significantly threatens the sustainability of associations and adds tremendous pressure to those who are organizing events to find ways to improve their financial performance. Event planners are experiencing sticker shock from rising costs for audiovisual, food and beverage, and other direct meeting expenses.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 2, 2024

After spending quality time at LEED Platinum-certified Bardessono Hotel & Spa (one of only three in California that meet that sustainability standard), we were curious about what elements could be adopted from the organic feel of the historic boutique property.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 4, 2022

Visit Greater Palm Springs in Rancho Mirage, California, appointed Bruggemans director of sustainability and community engagement. Over the last 17 years, she has garnered experience in hospitality, event, food and beverage, and business management. Most recently, he was front desk manager at ME Cabo in Mexico.

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Many restaurant owners today are struggling to avoid rising food costs eating into profits and hindering their overall growth. At Planning Pod, we’ve noticed an uptick in business owners asking for tips on lowering food costs while maximizing profits. Not sure how to calculate your food cost percentage for a specific dish?

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 21, 2022

As the world turns to a new year, many are coming to realize that our resources are finite and becoming sustainable is crucial to the future of our planet. Even in our everyday activities, green thinking and sustainability are critical. of meeting space and also has a 19-year-old food compost program. million sq.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

You know how powerfully the food and beverage experience can shape the overall tone and success of a meeting. As attendees are seeking more unique and distinctive food experiences , below are my top recommendations for the most important elements to keep in mind when developing your next menu. Think Authentically.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 3, 2024

Maarten Beach Resort & Spa Reichelt takes on the role of general manager at JW Marriott St. Andrew Rogers Andrew Rogers, The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park appoints Rogers as general manager. He will oversee all operations and business strategy at the resort.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Breaking down the company’s recent sustainability strategy International exhibition and convention center ExCel London is a carbon-neutral venue and an advocate for the path towards green meetings. Recently, the company debuted a comprehensive sustainability strategy. At over 100,000 sq. In 2022, the center was the first U.K.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Virginia Beach’s agricultural industry tells a story beyond economics Every morning David Trimmer wakes up thinking about the viability, sustainability and growth of the agricultural industry in Virginia Beach. He recounted last April when he visited a farm and had a meal where all the food was local. We all play a part in that.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2024

Rogers takes on the role of general manager. Throughout his years in the industry, he has worked across many departments including front desk, housekeeping, food & beverage, accounting and more, and has established a reputation for collaborative work budget creation, improving service scores and building strong cultures.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 21, 2022

As the world turns to a new year, many are coming to realize that our resources are finite and becoming sustainable is crucial to the future of our planet. Even in our everyday activities, green thinking and sustainability are critical. of meeting space and also has a 19-year-old food compost program. million sq.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 3, 2021

She also served as associate director of conventions and sales manager for The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua in Maui. Maeder has joined Montage Laguna Beach as hotel manager. Maeder brings 20 years of hospitality experience to the position, most recently serving as director of food and beverage at The Maybourne Beverly Hills.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2023

On the sustainability journey, it’s essential to ask questions along the way. As a result, venuedirectoy.com now offers a total of 2,629 global green accredited venues and 1,755 nationally, cementing its position as the UK’s largest database of sustainable venues. This is where sustainability accreditations can play a significant role.

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Thanks to rapid innovation and the global sharing of ideas entrenched in technology, event managers and planners have started experimenting with new methods and ideas in order to create the perfect blueprint for their events. Trend #1: Cross-Cultural Dishes & Menus Food and beverage selections at events are becoming more cross-cultural.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 13, 2023

While Dominguez sees gas prices dropping, he also sees a slow down in growth around food and beverage prices. “We Sustainability Is Relative. I think, as an industry, we need to celebrate and highlight the sustainable aspects of travel.”. Read More : Sustainable Meetings Through Renewable Concepts.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 5, 2023

Annual conference center gathering in Durham addressed staffing, sustainability and collaboration A nine-year average drop in the age of the meeting/hospitality professional since the start of the pandemic translates into a loss of nine years of collective knowledge. You can’t learn to drive in a parked car,” she said.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 23, 2024

All presentations were focused on new and inventive ideas that would attract meeting professionals and attendees to ideas centered around trends such as sustainability, food and beverage diversity, networking and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). The post Lessons Learned at IACC 2024 appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 24, 2025

Group travel benefits through this partnership include 10% off round-trip airfare, 20% off the best available room rate at Stein Collection properties, a $100 daily resort credit per room for food, beverages, or spa treatments, as well as complimentary room upgrades and late departures (subject to availability).

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PCMA Convene

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Depending on what consumer marketing survey one reads, anywhere from 60 percent to 85 percent of respondents consider sustainability when they make a purchase, but those brands and events must deliver on their promises. Consumers are increasingly purchasing brands that are compatible with their values and priorities.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

At the heart of the tour is a showcase of the Subaru Wilderness Family of vehicles and, in addition to music, the experience includes food and beverages alongside giveaways, gear demos and even special appearances by avalanche rescue dogs. WinterFest kicked off in Killington, VT, at the Killington Mountain Resort, Feb.

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GEVME

OCTOBER 10, 2020

Following we will discuss how companies can have sustainable hybrid events within and outside their organization. This is one of the principal elements to ensure hybrid event sustainability within a company. . Hosting a virtual event can also help save on the cost of food and beverage, furniture, additional equipment, etc.

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Prestige Events Magazine

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

World-renowned conference, events, meetings and exhibition centre, The QEII Centre , has scooped the Sustainability Award for Catering for its catering division, QEII Taste, at the London Venue & Catering Awards. Jason Dignam, General Manager, QEII Taste, said: “We are honoured to have been recognised by this prestigious industry award.

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Prestige Events Magazine

AUGUST 31, 2023

Attendees joined a sustainability 101 workshop and enjoyed an overnight stay at The Celtic Manor Resort, which is just a short walk away from the conference centre. Caleno Drinks, who specialise in alcohol-free alternative beverages, provided drinks samples during the FAM trip.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Radisson Hotel Group has successfully completed a programme that sees 21 UK properties awarded with ECOsmart sustainability recognition. The ECOsmart programme, run by Greengage Travel & Events Solutions, recognises Radisson Hotel Group’s sustainability practices at its UK hotels.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 26, 2024

She brings extensive experience in live event production, finance, operations and sustainability. Bradley Cance Bradley Cance, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara Cance takes on the role of general manager at The Ritz Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara. Mahon is also a 2021 Smart Woman in Meetings: Innovator award winner.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MAY 27, 2024

Included in the report was the finding that AI adoption across the industry remains relatively low and is mostly confined to a few specific areas (namely marketing, data analysis and revenue management). Food and beverage preferences continue to evolve, with just under half of venues noting a decrease in alcohol consumption.

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