SmartMeetings

APRIL 3, 2020

Meetings in the financial and insurance sector require outside-the-box thinking. The economy was humming along before the coronavirus hit, but even then the majority of meeting planners in the financial and insurance industries were keeping their budgets in neutral. Financial and insurance meetings in the U.S.

Financial 95

Financial Insurance Meetings Food and Beverage 95

Eventinterface

APRIL 17, 2017

Mark Deane is the CEO of ETS Risk Management, his experience stems from his career as an Operational Officer for the British Government specializing in counter terrorism and security. Since leaving the service, Mark has developed to become a subject matter expert in special event security and risk management.

Risk Management 100

Risk Management Government Sports 2016 100

GEVME

JANUARY 26, 2021

A lot of industries have been affected due to lockdowns, restrictions and containment zones by governments across the world. The event management industry is one of them, in fact, one of the most affected ones. . Almost all broadcasted sports matches, the Google I/O Meet etc. Why has this transformation occurred?

Sponsorships 218

Sponsorships Travel Events Risk Management 218

SmartMeetings

JUNE 30, 2020

Drowning in a sea of protocols and guidance documents released daily by government agencies, venues and organizations? The group is addressing health and safety, community, global ecosystems, reskilling the industry , innovation, digital transformation , advocacy and risk mitigation. Preparing for Return to Meeting.

Food and Beverage 111

Food and Beverage Meetings Hotels Contracts 111

SmartMeetings

JULY 5, 2018

Business owners must budget for risk management even when there is no sign of trouble ahead. Drafting an effective plan requires you address three main priorities when organizing your initial meeting: Who is coming. The office is obviously the most budget-friendly location to hold your meeting, but is it the best option?

Management 76

Management Insurance Meetings Government 76

SmartMeetings

MAY 16, 2017

As professional event planners grapple with security concerns at meetings , emergency preparedness has become a hot issue. Questions arise about who is responsible for ensuring that business meetings and association events are safe and secure environments (see “ Zeroing In on Security ” from the April issue of Smart Meetings magazine).

Meetings 72

Meetings Government 2017 Transportation 72

SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018

The meetings industry is not so simple anymore. Smart Meetings talked to industry experts about why certification has become so essential, the commitment required and specific areas where event professionals are focusing to achieve their A-game. Certified Meetings Experts. Pop Quiz for MPI Innovator Jessie States. Jessie States.

Education 80

Education Meetings 2010 Financial 80

Smart Meetings

MARCH 29, 2024

Loercher will fill the role of embrace program manager, in which she will engage the community, businesses, nonprofits and government in the principles of regenerative tourism. Brennan Bastyovansky Brennan Bastyovansky, WTP Bastyovansky will serve as general manager of sales and marketing for World Travel Protection (WTP).

Tourism 102

Tourism Food and Beverage Hospitality Hotels 102

SmartMeetings

JULY 22, 2019

To help you make sure you’re prepared for an emergency, Smart Meetings asked experts John Whitney IV of Emergency Concierge International and Joseph Veneman of StaffMate Online their top tips for emergency planning. Who should planners talk to about risk management for events? Fail to act and fail to follow-up.

Management 85

Management Risk Management Government Venues 85

Eventsforce

AUGUST 18, 2021

Whether it is as a stand-alone event or part of a hybrid model, the desire to meet in-person is very much there. No longer is it enough for any savvy event professional to rely on government guidelines. And it’s also super helpful to look at risk management with fresh eyes. The demand for in-person events is on the rise.

Risk Management 105

Risk Management Government Tech Airlines 105

PCMA Convene

MARCH 18, 2021

Last summer, meeting professionals Mary-Ann Urbanovich, Heather Seasholtz, and Shannon Majewski were all “in some stage of lay-off or furlough,” according to Urbanovich, MS, CMP-HC, meeting manager at HMP Global. About halfway through the course, I’m like, ‘There’s a lot of parallels to what we do’” as planners, Urbanovich said.

Education 98

Education Risk Management Advertising Contracts 98

SmartMeetings

APRIL 5, 2021

Yes, cybercrime is a real threat for meeting professionals. And now that most have gotten a handle on protecting their virtual meetings, going back to physical gatherings with at least part of the program will add a whole new level of complexity. Digital Risk Management: First Steps. billion in losses reported last year.

Tech 140

Tech Government Management Meetings 140

SmartMeetings

APRIL 20, 2021

Co-Chair, Meetings Mean Business Coalition. When I became co-chair of the Meetings Mean Business Coalition (MMBC) in January 2020, I don’t think any of us could have predicted the full extent of the crisis we were about to face as a world and as an industry. Fred Dixon. Name : Fred Dixon. President and CEO, NYC & Company.

Hospitality 90

Hospitality Tourism Travel Risk Management 90

GEVME

JANUARY 27, 2021

A lot of industries have been affected due to lockdowns, restrictions and containment zones by governments across the world. The event management industry is one of them, in fact, one of the most affected ones. Almost all broadcasted sports matches, the Google I/O Meet etc. Why has this transformation occurred?

Sponsorships 156

Sponsorships Travel Events Risk Management 156

GEVME

JANUARY 27, 2021

A lot of industries have been affected due to lockdowns, restrictions and containment zones by governments across the world. The event management industry is one of them, in fact, one of the most affected ones. Almost all broadcasted sports matches, the Google I/O Meet etc. Why has this transformation occurred?

Sponsorships 156

Sponsorships Travel Events Risk Management 156

PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Governments and nonprofits are stepping up their efforts to provide tools and resources for both calculating and making the public aware of the risks of extreme heat. Heat stress is the No. 1 weather-related cause of death , according to the World Health Organization — killing more people in the U.S.

Government 52

Government 2022 2025 Risk Management 52

PCMA Convene

JANUARY 30, 2018

This approach allowed me to develop competencies in administration, diplomacy, negotiation, personnel management, financial management, project management, business management, risk management, and entrepreneurship. I did not have to win Wimbledon to receive a kiss from the duchess.

2006 75

2006 2009 2010 Government 75

Management Events

OCTOBER 21, 2021

We speak with Magnus Solberg, VP & Head of Security Governance at Storebrand, on his experience building the company’s security culture, the link between cybersecurity and risk management, and more. . How are cybersecurity and risk management connected in today’s organizations? .

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Management Government Technology 52

Event Farm

APRIL 19, 2022

But what has changed—a lot—are the many different mandates and regulations put in place by various entities at different levels of government that affect what people think is normal safety protocol. Here are the takeaways from the panel discussion. Missed Part VI of the Pandemic Compliance and Safety at Live Events panel series? “It

Risk Management 100

Risk Management Events Government 2021 100

PCMA Convene

JUNE 30, 2016

Imagine walking into a major international medical meeting and finding your afternoon session transformed into an intellectual, public-health version of a murder-mystery dinner party. Mind you, these people were very high-level government officials. million deaths a year. I think we had five actual ministers of health playing along.

Medical Meetings 45

Medical Meetings Meetings Government 2015 45

Endless Events

DECEMBER 12, 2019

“So you know they’re able to go sit in on meetings with the AV team and with the food and beverages team and the venue team and see all the different elements. But I think those two would be best friends” Risk Manager & Crisis Team Leader. It’s not going to be an option anymore.

Food and Beverage 104

Food and Beverage Sustainability Risk Management Events 104

Plan Your Meetings

MAY 20, 2019

Event organizers and other meeting professionals have a duty of care to ensure the safety and security of event participants. Risk management is defined as the identification, evaluation, analysis, mitigation, communication and monitoring of risks. 4 phases of risk management. According to Reuters (Sept.

Risk Management 42

Risk Management 2001 Insurance 2016 42

QC Event School

DECEMBER 30, 2022

It’s important to understand who you’re writing for, what their needs are, and how you can meet them. We have extensive experience in the tech industry and are confident that we can create a unique event that meets all of your expectations. Risk Management. Mistake #2: Not including enough detail. Evaluation.

Sponsorships 105

Sponsorships Food and Beverage Transportation Risk Management 105

Management Events

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Now, amid rapidly evolving technological and business environments where cloud and API-led services have made systems more complex, there is no longer a need to manage technical debt in the same way. This will end up being a cost-saving move and a proactive approach to risk management for organizations.

2024 52

2024 Risk Management Sustainability Technology 52

PCMA Convene

AUGUST 22, 2017

Meeting organizers call them poachers, or pirates. How does this usually play out at meetings and conventions? Bad bookings are on the rise. In 2016, a poll from American Hotel & Lodging Association showed $3.9 billion in bad bookings in the U.S. Hoteliers call them scammers. Congress. .

Hotels 79

Hotels Airlines 2016 Tourism 79

PCMA Convene

MAY 23, 2018

Will online users in other parts of the world start to demand similar protections from their governments? What will be the first business to incur a fine for failure to comply with the guidelines? For now, Stern recommends that all organizations should embrace a new perspective on the value of information.

Government 65

Government Risk Management Meetings Management 65

Plan Your Meetings

JANUARY 10, 2018

travelers have become accustomed to hearing scary travel advisories for other countries when those locales have experienced natural disasters, terrorist attacks, potential government disruption, increases in crime and/or disease, etc. government may have very limited ability to provide assistance. 10, the U.S.

Travel 38

Travel Government Sports Meetings 38

SmartMeetings

AUGUST 26, 2020

APEX COVID-19 Business Recovery Taskforce leaders share insights on planning meetings during a pandemic. Drowning in a sea of protocols and guidance documents released daily by government agencies, venues and organizations? Preparing for a Return to Meeting. For highlights, read on. Michael Dominguez.

Food and Beverage 52

Food and Beverage Airlines Contracts Hotels 52

Bizzabo

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Connect with our community to gain practical insights and best practices to help meet the expectations of the organizations, agencies, and citizens you serve. EmberConf is the best place to meet the folks behind the magic. Where Money and Media Meet! Code Beam America. EmberConf 2021. Gartner CIO Leadership Forum. Think 2021.

2021 79

2021 Conference Insurance 2020 79

Plan Your Meetings

FEBRUARY 20, 2017

Until recently, he says, the topic of guns at meetings and events simply hasn’t received much attention. At one event, Johnston recalls meeting a couple from Arizona who showed up each wearing a holster with a legal handgun. Our staffs met with the management of the Henry B. Review gun laws on a state-by-state basis.).

2015 28

2015 2016 Hotels Insurance 28

Hubilo Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

If you’re interested in scheduling Bob to speak at your company meeting, conference or convention, please contact Kathy Tagenel at (775) 220-6995 or click here to email her. Bernard Marr is an internationally bestselling author, futurist, keynote speaker, and strategic advisor to companies and governments. Where to find him?

Speakers 101

Speakers Consulting Healthcare Financial 101

EventMB

AUGUST 19, 2024

In this episode of the Skift Meetings Podcast, McKinley discusses the impact of climate change on events and how the industry must adapt to increasing extreme weather disruptions. The conversation highlights the urgent need for the industry to adopt more systematic approaches to risk management.

Consulting 91

Consulting 2013 Sustainability Government 91

Hubilo Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

If you’re interested in scheduling Bob to speak at your company meeting, conference or convention, please contact Kathy Tagenel at (775) 220-6995 or click here to email her. Bernard Marr is an internationally bestselling author, futurist, keynote speaker, and strategic advisor to companies and governments. Where to find him?

Speakers 98

Speakers Healthcare Consulting Financial 98

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

She now will spearhead efforts to market and sell the Baton Rouge area with a focus on state government/public administration, state government associations, nonprofit associations/social service associations and military/veteran organizations. Read More: Smart Moves in St.

Hospitality 98

Hospitality Food and Beverage Hotels Travel 98

PCMA Convene

JULY 30, 2019

Even so, when he sat down to prepare menus for an upcoming meeting held last month, the list of special-meal requests gave him pause. Of the 230 meeting professionals who participated in the survey, 86 percent said that dietary requests are “growing” or “growing significantly,” while 8 percent categorized the growth as “explosive.”.

2008 77

2008 Meetings 2011 2014 77

PCMA Convene

AUGUST 31, 2016

Even so, when he sat down to prepare menus for an upcoming meeting held last month, the list of special-meal requests gave him pause. Of the 230 meeting professionals who participated in the survey, 86 percent said that dietary requests are “growing” or “growing significantly,” while 8 percent categorized the growth as “explosive.”.

2008 74

2008 Meetings 2011 2014 74

PCMA Convene

JANUARY 9, 2018

If we are not good stewards of the environment, eventually [foreign governments] are going to shut us down and won’t encourage travel tourism.” It’s going to get out there, so it might as well be out there in a good way.” — Darlene Somers, senior meetings manager, Association Management Center. ” — Gen.

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2018 Risk Management Tourism Education 94