Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Read More : This Las Vegas Bar Wants You to Horse Around Also within the venue is a food market serving up gourmet street food, like pizzas, burgers and wings, along with sandwiches and salads. Jessica Hernandez, head of sales at Swingers, said, “We are high touch, versus high tech.” Where’s the Plastic?

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

A 20-year hospitality tech optimization and sales veteran, Torrenga was previously senior vice president of sales at INTELITY, a global guest experience and management platform in the greater Miami area. Julien Hotel & Spa in Boulder, American Travel Planners as travel manager, Millennium Hotels and Resorts and more.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

A 20-year hospitality tech optimization and sales veteran, Torrenga was previously senior vice president of sales at INTELITY, a global guest experience and management platform in the greater Miami area. Julien Hotel & Spa in Boulder, American Travel Planners as travel manager, Millennium Hotels and Resorts and more.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Cocktail enthusiasts can find out how to make the alcoholic beverages from learned mixologists. If wine is more their thing, they can become vintners for a day and craft their very own wine or become a pairing expert by learning what makes the ideal wine and food combination. Related: 11 Event Tech Trends That Shaped 2018.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Report from #IMEX22 : @MGMResortsIntl Stephanie Glanzer announced a $100 million renovation to @MandalayBay including new tech, security and reimagining of @FourSeasons. Traveling to Jamaica has been even easier after the island removed all Covid-related entry requirements in April 2022. pic.twitter.com/Xx7wPBDdFR. — Louis (STL).

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2023

They offers experiences in over 110 countries with 5,500 properties, 10,000 food and beverage venues, wellness facilities and workspaces. Beyond integrating more nourishing food and well-being activities, events reflect a growing awareness of participants’ needs for rest. Sustainability isn’t only about reducing emissions.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 23, 2020

Once we resume a sense of normalcy post-COVID, the advantages of saving on travel & accommodation expenses; and the ability to have more delegates and attendees by offering a hybrid event of both Virtual and physical (In-person) attendance will be surely capitalized upon.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 29, 2022

She brings more than 18 years of hospitality and destination sales experience with Hyatt Hotels, and has held leadership roles in food and beverage and events, as well. The global event tech and production company Encore welcomed Duffy as director of external communications. Ali Moussa. Jennifer Duffy. Jeremy Sadler.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

With both charming history and exciting innovation, SF attracts writers San Francisco has long inspired writers, musicians, artists and other creative types to flock to The City by the Bay and relish in the fog, the food and the diverse culture. If you don’t know what to say to someone, you talk about the food.”

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EventMB

AUGUST 20, 2024

Make it an Immersive Experience While the importance of in-person meetings and personal touches can’t be overstated, the ability to connect with attendees unable to travel is also essential. Put a Fine Point on Dining Few aspects of a meeting are as personal as the food and beverage experience.

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Expo Pass

JULY 11, 2022

Maybe you gravitate to tech conferences and panel-focused events, or maybe you’re more into trade shows with lots of vendors. Travel more – a lot more. Event planning is one of the best professions for people who like to travel, want to travel more, or are just tired of sitting at a desk all the time.

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Interactive tech displays and demos Interactive displays and demos enable people to learn by doing. Set up immersive simulations that transport people into future scenarios enabled by the tech. Decorations, music, entertainment, photo booths, contests, and food can all match the time period.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 12, 2020

Style – What should the theme or tone of the event be (luxury/high-end, modern, tech oriented, rustic, etc.) Sales (registrations, exhibitors, sponsors, donors) Marketing (web site, social media, email, blogging) Catering / food-and-beverage preparation Talent booking and coordination (keynote speakers, entertainment, etc.)

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 18, 2022

Catuogno was previously owner of MC Event Consulting and MC Travel Management in the greater New York City area. Experienced in events and tech, Catuogno has also worked for DJMARK Events, Propelify in New Jersey and Dream Factory of Brooklyn. Bilotti joined Duck Key, Florida’s Hawks Cay Resort as director of food and beverage.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 18, 2022

Catuogno was previously owner of MC Event Consulting and MC Travel Management in the greater New York City area. Experienced in events and tech, Catuogno has also worked for DJMARK Events, Propelify in New Jersey and Dream Factory of Brooklyn. Bilotti joined Duck Key, Florida’s Hawks Cay Resort as director of food and beverage.

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Attendease

APRIL 9, 2024

Table of Contents Casual Themes Sophisticated Themes Tech and Innovation Themes Destination and Travel Themes Artistic and Creative Themes Interactive and Hands-On Themes Outdoor Themes Fun and Unique Themes 45+ Memorable Themes for Your Next Corporate Event Now let’s look at 45+ memorable theme ideas for your next corporate event.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 17, 2017

These seven new travel apps stand out because they cater to a modern audience. Travelers are paid once the package is picked up at the destination airport. Travelers can earn up to $300 per flight. The app does this by matching travelers with locals who can provide unique insights on area attractions. As You Stay.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 24, 2019

Tokyo is eager to attract more of the international meetings market, and a high-tech entertainment hub on an artificial island in Tokyo Bay could play a more important role. Takatani provided the following insights into other Japanese trends, based on his experience with Fujisankei and travel agencies. Insights into a Changing Culture.

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Expo Pass

AUGUST 2, 2021

While we all want to go back to in-person events, full time, we have to say that for events where connectivity is king, such as Esports, tech, and big product launches — hybrid is still a great way to bring people together around the world. Space Tech Expo Europe. We know how to meet safely in 2021. Cannes Film Fest.

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EventMB

AUGUST 15, 2024

The 2024 categories were once again split across three distinct criteria groups: Hotels Other suppliers Tech Providers Following a scoring review by our independent judging panel , the winners of the 2024 Skift Meetings Awards have now been confirmed. So, without any further ado, here are the 2024 Skift Meetings Awards winners!

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Or to add updated food-and-beverage items to both an invoice and a BEO. Key functionality includes: Timesaving templates for proposals, proposal/invoice line items, food-and-beverage packages and contractual language so you never have to start from scratch. Which leads right into…. Eliminate double entry.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 22, 2024

A central pod on one floor is home to what is called the “hot spot,” so employees can drop by with tech problems to get help on the fly or request help through the company network. Travel Library Pantries with sinks, refrigerators, microwaves and snacks on each floor borrow a page from tech company culture. Marriott Sr.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 22, 2023

Why meeting profs need this tech Have you ever wished you had a personal assistant that you could fold up into your suitcase as you travel for business? The new must-have technology for anyone traveling for business is ChatGPT, which stands for “Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer.” It is now a reality.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Louis Union Station was a hub for travelers throughout the 1900s, sparking the moniker Gateway to the West, there are passionate people working to make it just as much a hub for modern visitors. There is a real sense of nostalgia for that time when just traveling was a big deal on its own.”. Louis: There is a Magic. Just as St.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 3, 2019

Food and beverage is an essential element of any gathering—and it is also one of the costliest. It’s unfortunate that copious amounts of food go to waste, but event professionals need to ensure there is something for everyone and that there is enough. Effective Use of Event Tech. More : How to Event Tech Like a Pro.

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Expo Pass

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

If you’ll need extra mics, screens, projectors, or any kind of tech, this is the time to find out how much the venue can help with. This includes food and beverage, security, covid testing, health and safety services, music, entertainment, or any local businesses that they think you should collaborate with. Even the piano!

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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. . Food and beverage. – Food/beverage. Meeting Venue. Transportation . Using biodegradable tableware. – Venue.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 7, 2019

The industry is all too aware of the environmental damage caused by everything from plastic and non-recyclable branded materials, food wastage, excessive travel, generators, transporting goods, long hours on-site or in the office to ‘get the job done’ and sleepless nights and stress. Event Tech. Areas of interest. Brand Events.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

The pandemic normalized virtual events and accelerated the adoption of various event tech solutions. Some might even say that the event tech evolved more since March 2020 than in the entire decade before that! Only then can we set our eyes on the horizon and see that embracing event tech is the only way of the future.

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GEVME

JUNE 25, 2021

For instance, there are lesser overheads now, which earlier came in the form of booking an event venue, arranging food and beverages, etc. But the good side is that the cost of booking a venue, travelling, arranging food, beverages, gift giveaways will all be eliminated in virtual corporate events.

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GEVME

JUNE 25, 2021

For instance, there are lesser overheads now, which earlier came in the form of booking an event venue, arranging food and beverages, etc. But the good side is that the cost of booking a venue, travelling, arranging food, beverages, gift giveaways will all be eliminated in virtual events.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 10, 2022

The RT60 Rooftop bar and lounge is the star of this hotel’s food and beverage operation, with views from the 33rd floor cheek-by-jowl to Rockefeller Center. Other food fare includes the upscale dining venue NYY Steak and seasonal cuisine with a music theme at Sessions. The feel is American West meets casual luxury.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 25, 2019

Travel Portland). Portland resident Laura Morgan has a passionate interest in food, along with architecture, culture, history, and the stories of the people who live in her city. Her inspiration, Morgan said, was to provide “a deeper dive into the food and drink culture of the place for the people who are looking for it.”.

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PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 4, 2017

The sessions for the first day of the global travel industry forum were for the most part interviews with hospitality, destination-marketing, and restaurant leaders, conducted by Skift editors. Don’t overdo tech. But use tech to ‘remove friction.’ People care about their food. Wooden said that L.A.

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PCMA Convene

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Going High- and Low-Tech. At lunch and breakfast, attendees were simply directed to the food-and-beverage station with the color that matched their badge. Ample signage and gentility of the staff at the Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee, went a long way toward helping enforce safety protocols for the GSIPP summit. “I

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 20, 2017

With its high-tech ambitions, a new drink at the Lobby Bar at One Aldwych in London is changing the way that we enjoy and appreciate whiskey. The post Virtual Reality Cocktail Brings High-Tech Twist to Hotel Bar appeared first on Smart Meetings. Now, virtual reality technology is taking whiskey to the next level.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

How to stretch your event budget for food and beverage, event tech, ground transportation, and venues. Almost half said they anticipate at least some increase in hotel room rates, while a similar percentage expect costs to rise for audiovisual and event tech services. Choice Cuts for Food and Beverage Savings.

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