Event Marketer

MARCH 14, 2025

To wash it down, there were themed craft beverages that paired with the dishes, like the Maritime Marg, as well as mocktail options. Naturally, the Whataburger Food Truck was also parked on-site and dishing out hot samples of the limited-time menu item, the Monterey Melt.

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Eventinterface

AUGUST 20, 2018

Meeting and event planners are now at the forefront of food and beverage trends, providing event attendees with unique gastronomical experiences. Today we share some of the top food and beverage trends shared by planners, venues and caterers around the country. Alternative beverages are hot.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 23, 2025

The technology continues to improve, but that doesnt mean it gets cheaper. F&B Products in Demand As of January 2025, food costs are up 18%, compared to 2019. Despite these challenges, Dominguez ended on a positive note: Those are the underlying conditions telling you food costs will stay elevated.

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Event Marketer

MAY 23, 2024

“The festival has a consistent desire to drive engagement and activity and feet on the ground to all the activations, partnerships, food vendors, festival stages and all of the things that happen at Coachella. The platform’s blockchain technology ensured they could participate in the game while protecting their identity.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 31, 2025

As a full-service convention center, Boise Centre offers exceptional in-house catering, audio visual, event production and technology services with on-site support. Adventure seekers rave about whitewater rafting nearby, while others will love the food and winery tours , or the vertical team slide at Jacks Urban Meeting Place (JUMP).

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Although many things have changed over the past few years with many people shifting to remote or virtual events and more reliance on technology, one thing remained unchanged: people are social beings and nothing can replace the face-to-face experience of attending an event in person.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

The latest PULSE Survey February 2025 reveals that while optimism has softened, event demand remains strong, reinforcing the critical role of technology in helping planners manage costs, streamline operations, and improve event execution. Another misconception is that spatial design technology is a nice-to-have.

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Eventmobi

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Food & Beverage ($35/person). According to a Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) survey , 36% of all in-person event expenses are for food and beverages (F&B) alone. Note that event technology can be incorporated into all of these common expenses. Number of People. Venue Rental.

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Planning Pod

JANUARY 30, 2023

When we released our food and beverage tools a couple years ago, those updates were carefully crafted through the process of interviewing real catering industry professionals who roll up their sleeves on the daily to serve people – and our latest launch is no exception. You asked, and we listened!

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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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Smart Meetings

JUNE 28, 2024

From key industries such as finance, life sciences and technology to stunning venues and eco-conscious hotels, Toronto continues to initiate, innovate and inspire the meeting and events industry. As well, the MTCC’s Food and Beverage Program has donated more than 500,000 meals.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 16, 2022

Hotel Haya in Tampa, Florida, appointed Carlson director of food and beverage. Most recently, he was director of food and beverage at Atlanta’s Culinaire, an F&B management company. Fairmont Dallas appointed Searle director of food and beverage and Sous director of rooms. Sophie Ahmed.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 5, 2024

Multi-functional furniture and technology-enabled work surfaces meet the needs of every traveler. Marriott Bonvoy Elite and Club paying members can take advantage of the exclusive, modernized M Club, serving food and beverage throughout the day in a relaxed space, ideal for business travelers seeking productivity.

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MAY 3, 2024

He brings 52 years of experience, beginning in the hospitality industry as a dishwasher and moving through the roles of executive chef, food and beverage manager and finally general manager, and has worked with the Marriott brand for 16 years at various locations. He will oversee all operations and business strategy at the resort.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

At Dell Technologies, the team has a dedicated manager who is responsible for doing just that for the brands flagship show, Dell Technologies World, taking place this year May 19-22. Dell Technologies World is also slated to include a welcome reception for first-time attendees this May.

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Velvet Chainsaw

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

We are on the hunt for the next meeting, seating, session format, technology, and food and beverage fad. Most conference and meeting professionals want the coolest, hippest, latest ideas and trends for their events. We want to know what unique things other conferences are doing so we can borrow their ideas.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 20, 2023

He will oversee product management, engineering, design and data strategy for PerformX, a SaaS-based incentive and recognition technology that helps to amplify business results. Amin has spent over 15 years offering strategic insight and technological acumen to propel revenue growth and drive consumer experiences.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MARCH 18, 2024

Canapes headlined more plant-based food such as Risotto cracker, miso roasted butternut squash, chives (ve), Sushi rice cake, broad beans hummus, apple, and celery tartare (ve) and Chocolate cream, passion fruit gel, mango, and pineapple confit (ve). Photography: www.themakers.co.uk

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Event Marketer

JULY 12, 2021

Tickets were free, but attendees had to volunteer with one of 18 partner charitable organizations on activities that helped the local community such as working in a garden, delivering food or helping the elderly. Do your research on technology. Organizers also kept parts of the content a surprise. Do you want to have a chat room?

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Planning Pod

OCTOBER 22, 2024

It serves as a blueprint for your team, clients, and vendors, ensuring everyone is on the same page regarding setup, timeline, food and beverage preferences, and numerous other critical details. Food and beverage: Menu selections, bar services, and beverage packages. Why are BEOs important?

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Attendease

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Technology has become more and more part of the event planning landscape, whether to manage registration, event agenda, abstract, AV team, food and beverage, and more… While event planners are eager to find a tech solution that can do all under one roof, the reality is much different.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 27, 2021

We can still have creative food and beverage offerings that are enjoyable without hampering the quality and service; we can still be creative,” he said, pointing to the 5,000 meals a day served during MLS season. Verification is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Maeder brings 20 years of hospitality experience to the position, most recently serving as director of food and beverage at The Maybourne Beverly Hills. Among other properties he has worked for are Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara and The Setai, Miami Beach, as director of food and beverage at both.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 22, 2025

The Prices are Too Damn High Aguero put up a chart showing the prices of consumer products like electricity, airline fares, food, vehicles, childcare and more, highlighting that the price of everything has gone up. We know that consumers are being stretched, he said.

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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

APRIL 5, 2023

Read More: IACC Meeting Room of the Future Report To that end, the conference was a forum for sharing ideas around everything from new technology solutions for keeping breakout rooms serviced appropriately, motivating teams and making the most of the resources available. “Knowledge is what helps you handle the unexpected,” he said.

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Event Marketer

AUGUST 23, 2021

Made possible by PORTL’s holoportation technology, the engagement marked the first time a Latinx artist took holographic form. Agencies: MTW Agency, Beverly Hills, CA (creative, partnerships); PORTL, Los Angeles (holoportation technology). There was also a fully-functioning salon and barbershop featuring Dominican flag-inspired décor.

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Event Marketer

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Attendees were invited to explore the doors and enjoy food trucks featuring local international cuisine, cinnamon-flavored marshmallows and beverages. Several doors on display outside the center this year also promoted unity around the topic of immigration.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

It wasn’t until the pandemic that things really ramped up , spurring an increased interest in contactless technology in the hospitality industry, translating into more robots. A survey by Hotel News Resource found that 86 percent of respondents believe technology would help the industry, which has been slowly getting itself out of recovery.

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Attendease

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Invest in Event Management Technology. Technology like digital kiosks, VR Stations, giant touch screens, and event planning software can have a massive impact at pop-up events. Investing in event management technology when planning one of these events is a must. Provide Food and Beverage Service.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 6, 2018

Employees expressed that they are more likely to meet offsite and if free food and beverages are involved. Other annoyances that make people dread the next meeting include people talking over each other, tardiness and technological issues. and 11:30 a.m. Good Meetings Guidelines. Stress serious business. Test your tech.

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Event Marketer

AUGUST 2, 2024

Then at each stop, a full event popped out of Save the Children’s tour vehicle—a wrapped school bus powered by clean propane that vastly reduced the tour’s carbon footprint—including tents, games and, in some markets, food and beverages. Consider what is at eye level. Think: Learning lab.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 22, 2024

In his most recent role as general manager of Calistoga Motor Lodge, he spearheaded a construction project that added 39 rooms, reduced food and beverage costs and skillfully managed finances. Throughout his career, he has managed numerous hotel portfolios and successfully led operations in various California hotel communities.

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PCMA Convene

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Illustration by Julie Murphy Annual Events Industry Forecast Our usual approach to Convene ‘s Annual Industry Forecast is to cast a wide net, gathering a variety of data related to the business events industry, including travel, lodging, technology, and the workplace. Curt Wagner is digital editor at Convene.

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Eventmobi

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Event Technology. In fact, the right venue, decor, event technology, and the element of surprise can create excitement for any product category. This example shows the importance of going through and identifying the technology required to ensure smooth event operations. Event Technology. Smooth Logistics.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MAY 27, 2024

However, a significant proportion of venues (around 35%) are considering expanding their use of AI to include menu planning, food waste management and guest services and food ordering. Food and beverage preferences continue to evolve, with just under half of venues noting a decrease in alcohol consumption.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Innovating for the Future The long term hopes of the HI Hub focus on the innovation of technology and hospitality for the future. The idea emerged as a way to “minimize food waste in the hospitality industry.” Covid-19’s impact on the hospitality industry has pushed the industry to get creative.

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