Social Tables

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

More often than not, food is the main attraction for event attendance. Click around, and embrace the food wormhole. . Local Markets. We are luckily to live in a region with incredible markets that highlight the best-of small business in the region. Here’s a list of 5 of our favorites: Glen’s Garden Market , DC.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 25, 2018

For example, grouping alcohol and food together might seem to make sense but may cause some problems. It could cause issues if you need to make changes or cut out a line item down the road in planning. Say you wanted to add an extra $100 to the food and alcohol line item. Marketing: What event marketing costs will there?

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

When we invited event professionals to participate in this Annual Meetings Market Survey in November, the U.S. and those that travel to international markets. NUMBER OF MEETINGS PLANNED. economy’s growth was outpacing expectations. MORE THAN A DECADE OF DATA.

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The Castle Group

AUGUST 23, 2022

While many industries were able to shift to a remote workforce, hotels, restaurants and airlines faced major layoffs and demand fluctuations and are now playing catch up, hiring and training staff in a tight market. With the inflation rate currently reaching 8.5%, food, travel, shipping, hotel and labor costs are all escalating.

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JULY 28, 2023

If the hotel is willing and able to resell some meeting space with a small block of rooms, this can lessen some of the attrition. Ask if food and beverage spend above the contracted minimum could count toward the room block minimum. on the closing day of the meeting were at that particular hotel. Our quick save?

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 26, 2018

Let’s face it: This year will be tough for meeting planners. Not only are we in a seller’s market, but planners will also face tighter budgets, higher meeting costs, and less bandwidth. So, what happens when an unstoppable force (supplier price increases) meets an immovable object (meeting planning budgets)? .

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SmartMeetings

JULY 26, 2017

Chris Ferrier Chris Ferrier will become director of food and beverage for Airlie in Warrenton, Virginia. Ferrier brings with him 28 years of experience in the food and beverage industry. Dale Krogman Dale Krogman was appointed director of sales and marketing at Radisson Blu Minneapolis Downtown.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Louis Union Station,” Todd Hotaling, vice president of revenue and marketing at Lodging Hospitality Management, says. Newest food and beverage attraction is brewpub Imperial Beer Co. Add the history and splendor of the station itself, and the location becomes hard to resist. There is a magic to St.

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

That’s why we’ve created a list of examples of the top pharmaceutical meeting planning companies we have experience with. Promotion and marketing: Spreading the word about your event to the right audience is key. Disclaimer: The objective of this list is to share useful information. It is not for commercial purposes.

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PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 10, 2022

In Chicago, at McCormick Place, convention center operations and sales staff created new tools to better communicate their sustainability capacities to clients early in the meeting process, said Doug Bradley, vice president at SAVOR, the center’s F&B provider. But it takes time and planning.”. What else are they doing?

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Connect Your Meetings

MAY 4, 2017

What I do: I am responsible for planning three midsize meetings a year and manage registration for our annual conference and exposition, which attracts over 8,000 attendees each year. I also am involved in the marketing efforts and social media branding for our organization.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

. “There are also indicators that the year could be very exciting, including new hotel and restaurant openings, emerging cuisines and beverages , more technology solutions to simplify business and raise the bar for marketing, and so much more,” Freeman says. Food City Of The Year: To Live & Dine In L.A.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

Groups break into teams tasked with coming up with a blended product that is relevant for a defined market. Even if it is a meet-and-greet, adding the educational component can make the time more memorable and meaningful. One of his most popular team-building experiences is a wine-blending competition. Educated Guess.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 6, 2019

That was the — tongue-in-cheek, we hope — response from one participant in Convene’ s 28th Annual Meetings Market Survey to the question, “What is your No. Visit Meetings Market Survey for more results. Current sellers-market thus providing value to our customers. Increased demand for hotel rooms and meeting space.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 28, 2017

Lanaud will be responsible for organizing and promoting food and beverage, while exceeding guest expectations and financial targets at the 805-room hotel. Foley will be responsible for leading sales initiatives related to meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions, and the market for the brand’s oceanfront resorts.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 14, 2016

But you’ve forgotten one important piece of the puzzle: how do you plan on engaging your attendees? Attendee engagement is an oft-overlooked component that is just as important as the venue or food and beverage. Attendee engagement is just as important as the venue or food and beverage Click To Tweet. Social Media.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 14, 2017

She brings 19 years of experience and has received several awards for her performance including Circle of Excellence recipient for Director of Sales and Marketing of the Year with Hilton Luxury Brands in 2013, 2015 and 2016 and 2013 Most Improved RevPAR Growth for Hilton Luxury Brands with her team. Susan Gladstone. Chris Skelding.

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Social Tables

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

One of the few time we all pause (and yes, it may be to take a photo) is over food, and sharing an experience about food. We crave connection, and food has always been a means to create those shared experiences that people can remember. In short: Consumers are increasingly turning to mission-driven brands.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Decor such as custom street art and bathtubs splashed with neon paint impart a lively and irreverent vibe, while a menu of elevated comfort food bites and signature cocktails stands ready to refuel competitors. Food and beverage options catering to all tastes mean there’s no reason to leave. Topgolf is all about having fun.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 12, 2017

Visit Santa Cruz County (VSCC) in California has hired Laura Manriquez as the new director of sales and marketing. She brings more than eight years of experience in the tourism and hospitality industry and will focus on management of sales and marketing programs for group travel. Jim Koutsky. Robert Dorr.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

AUGUST 31, 2018

Here are just a few ways a CVB can help you (free of charge) to overcome challenges and make your meeting planning easier. Your meeting date makes a huge difference when it comes to attendance and what is available to you. You can also get an extra set of hands for activities such as marketing, staffing the event, and more.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Nathan Goodman Goodman has been appointed area director of sales and marketing for Time Hotels. Goodman will spearhead all sales and marketing initiatives for both hotel locations in New York City and Nyack. Quitney is tasked with overseeing all food and beverage outlets as well as banquet and catering for more than 130,000 sq.

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Gabriela Ong Gabriela Ong was promoted to vice president of sales for Meet Puerto Rico, where she has been brand sales manager, northeast for three years. Based in the New York area, Ong will drive sales and grow brand awareness through meetings, incentives and marketing events. Photo Credit: MPI.

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 7, 2016

To help meeting professionals increase meeting productivity and attendee satisfaction , Hilton wants to make it easier for planners to provide attendees with nutritious meals and convenient exercise options. Expanding Meet with Purpose to EMEA and offering health and wellness menus to more than 40 of our U.S.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

Louis Escoto Washington Park Hotel in Miami appoints Louis Escoto director of sales and marketing to maintain relationships locally and regionally, drive guestroom sales for the leisure and corporate markets and manage the property’s amenity partnerships.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 5, 2017

The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe announced the appointment of Marion Wilson as director of sales and marketing of the 170-room resort. In her role, Wilson will oversee revenue management; group, catering and transient sales; as well as marketing initiatives for the AAA Five Diamond resort. Marian Wilson. Aaron Coburn. Jorge Villarreal.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 19, 2017

He will be responsible for the group’s executive vice presidents and the operational division heads of food and beverage, sales, marketing, rooms, engineering, security and quality improvement. the Mid-Atlantic metro market and Sheraton Premiere at Tysons Corner in Virginia. John Browarsky .

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

This position was developed to expand VisitPITTSBURGH’s strategic efforts to promote the region to international markets. then became director of food and beverage at The Jefferson Hotel. VisitPITTSBURGH David Bueno The Jefferson Hotel appointed David Bueno general manager.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 25, 2017

John Reyes John Reyes joined Visit Sacramento as the chief operating officer, where he will enhance sales and marketing strategies and oversee the convention center expansion project. Pete Beach, Florida named Patrick Faas its new director of food and beverage. Pete Beach, Florida.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Decor such as custom street art and bathtubs splashed with neon paint impart a lively and irreverent vibe, while a menu of elevated comfort food bites and signature cocktails stands ready to refuel competitors. Food and beverage options catering to all tastes mean there’s no reason to leave. Topgolf is all about having fun.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 20, 2017

There are over 100 food allergies and countless diet trends that planners might have to account for at an event. This should include a check box section where they can mark their food allergies and preferences. Do they like to eat healthy or enjoy comfort foods while traveling? Do they usually eat breakfast?

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

This guide will show you how to put together an event strategic plan, streamline your event marketing process and be a best-in-class meetings and events team. Introduction Planning a meeting or event of any size can be a daunting task for those who aren’t used to that level of orchestration.

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Maritz Global Events

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

Identify any special food requirements. Use organic and paid digital marketing tactics. In one fell swoop allow them to: Register for your event. Book their hotel room. Purchase other items (VIP tour, networking event, clothing, books). Commit to Sponsorships. Optimize each for SEO.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 8, 2017

During the past decade, the city has asserted itself as a major player in the meetings and events market. . – For dining , James Beard award-winning chefs Michael Symon and Jonathon Sawyer have made their restaurants, Lola and The Greenhouse Tavern, destinations unto themselves for business travelers.

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OCTOBER 20, 2016

Many of these we’ve introduced in response to research, delegate feedback and market trends. It all means we’re offering more opportunities to do business, learn and meet new contacts than ever.”. Among the initiatives that IMEX America has introduced to meet this need is the EventTechTours.

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Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

A traditional board meeting, on the other hand, may require a more formal setting. Going over the details like the number of attendees and available dates are basic steps in meeting planning. This is a bit of a joke, but they may very well have expectations regarding food and beverage that you may be unaware of unless you ask.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2018

Columbus Food Adventures offers a wide variety of additional themed tours, including taco trucks, meat-lovers and dessert. The progressive meal takes guests to between three and five stops for food and drinks. Carlsbad, California Customize a private group experience with Carlsbad Food Tours as a team-building event or corporate party.

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