SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Read More : What to Expect When Booking A-List Event Speakers Bonus, the no-recording approach can also help with the AV , PR and marketing budget. The primary restriction on information shared is usually that it may be used, but its source is to be kept confidential. All of these events are very personal. The guest lists are curated.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Meetings and Events Trade Press Honored at Inaugural Event Hosted by Caesars and MPI On Oct. 9, Caesars Entertainment and MPI produced the first “ Media & Momentum: A Morning of Recognition and Impact ” as a celebration of the contribution of the meetings and events industry media and announced the UNLV Hospitality College Scholarship.

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The Castle Group

AUGUST 23, 2022

From a labor perspective, the hospitality industry was one of the hardest hit by the pandemic. Also, have a backup plan for any stranded speakers, such as filming a pre-recorded session in advance. Our clients are already getting back to face-to-face meetings , despite the issues facing the planning industry today.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 15, 2022

New Intent’s plan is to create educational sessions, white papers and knowledge sharing by partnering with events industry supply chain and speaker services. Smart Meetings headed over to Memphis, Tennessee, to check out the new C-Suite Initiative from the National Rights Museum (NCRM). Read how you can help here.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 17, 2020

Henry, president of NCBMP, speak during a session of NCBMP’s Be Inspired Speaker Series: A Night at the Museum. COVID-19 has wreaked economic havoc on many industries, particularly the meetings, hospitality, travel, and tourism sectors, where many employees have been furloughed or laid off. Henry and vice president Nicholas I.

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Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

The Best Event Planning Podcasts. The Meeting Planning Madness Podcast. Meetings Podcast. Eventful: Th e Podcast for Meeting Professionals. The Meeting Planning Madness Podcast. This is a bi-monthly, thirty minute podcast about all things event planning. Meetings Podcast. EventIcons.

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Social Tables

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Does putting hospitality first still matter, or now is it something else entirely? They are built from the ground up and are the hallmark of hospitality. One of the first things I noticed when I started my event tech business several years ago was the sharp uptick in job changes the events and hospitality industry has. (I

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 23, 2016

Here are some of the most interesting and informative event tech stories from 2016, covering topics from essential meeting planning apps to robot concierges. 7 Must-Have Apps for Meeting Planners. These days, there are so many apps for meeting planners to choose from, it’s hard to know which are really worth your time.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

This preference should be considered when making event-planning decisions—anywhere from speakers to decor and overall ambiance. Living in the information age has undoubtedly roused skepticism, and authenticity has also become a rarity in a world of mass production. This trend is now an expectation for a good customer experience.

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Plan Your Meetings

JANUARY 5, 2017

In second-tier cities, convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs) will help you increase attendance at your convention and make your meeting planning easier. Genuine hospitality and walkable experiences. These airports also pride themselves on hospitality and a lasting first impression. Help marketing your event.

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PCMA Convene

MAY 31, 2016

CHME, CHSP, CMP, CHE, who in addition to teaching classes at Metropolitan State University of Denver, serves as a faculty adviser for the school’s hospitality, tourism, and events management department. It could be managing speakers. His students are required to plan at least two events before graduation as part of their classwork.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

I love a little bit of everything — the planning, the communication with vendors, speakers and sponsors, the creative aspects, the cyclical nature of the job, and my co-workers. No meeting, destination, or even project is ever the same. Love working with hospitality people, and seeing a meeting go well.

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2016

Marine Science: In the historic district of Charleston, South Carolina, HarbourView Inn offers behind-the-scene tours of the Avian Conversation Center and Sea Turtle Hospital at the South Carolina Aquarium where guests can learn about the Holy City’s local ecosystem, wild birds of prey, aquatic animals and endangered species.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 3, 2017

It was this moment where I realized that experiences in meetings can have an impact on attendees, and reshaped how I viewed my career. At some point, I would like to branch out in my career and experience what meeting planning is like in the private sector. What’s the best day you’ve had in the meetings industry so far?

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Bizzabo

MARCH 15, 2019

Adrian Segar, one of our favorite event professionals, writes this blog and we think it is a must-read for first timers and conference planning pros alike. Smart Meetings. Find a Speaker or an event, search a venue, or read tons of industry news. Hospitality & Incentive Travel Blogs. Oracle - Hospitality Blog.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Maritz Travel continues to expand its offerings in the med/pharma meetings arena by launching Maritz Travel Healthcare Solutions this week. Schaumann’s impact in the hospitality industry is far-reaching. Earlier this year, Maritz added Pat Schaumann to its staff as senior director of health care compliance.

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Corbin Ball

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

Welcome to Corbin's TechTalk Newsletter, in it's 18th year of providing the latest in technology to nearly 11,000 events, tradeshows and hospitality professionals in over 70 countries. 18 LINKS FOR MEETINGS, BUSINESS AND FUN. Or helpful business or meeting planning links? Volume XVIII, Issue 6. Got fun videos?

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Socio Events

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Here’s the basic job description: A professional event planner is someone who organizes all aspects of meetings, conventions, and other types of special events. This involves budgeting, generating ideas, booking guest speakers, and engaging with vendors and sponsors. Planning event logistics including cost, time, location, and format.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 20, 2016

How shifting trends will impact meetings and hotels in 2017 was the hot topic debated by a panel of five meetings and hospitality leaders led by Dan Berger from Social Tables. Not only is it versatile, but the imaged-based content eliminates the need to translate pages of text for international shows. Industry Trends.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 19, 2018

The Socialtables blog contains event tips and trends with a lean towards the hospitality industry. You’ll find the blog divided into three sections: event, hospitality, and industry. But, something we really appreciate is their insights into the human-side of event planning. Socialtables. All about event tech.

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PCMA Convene

MAY 8, 2020

He’s been speaking with four potential sites about hosting the two-day event, including the Dana Farber Center, another health-care facility, a hospital, and a small meeting venue. Each of those venues, he said, has told him they are “fine” with the meeting’s stipulations. All of this volatility makes it harder.”.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 16, 2018

These visionaries, entrepreneurs, innovators, industry leaders, trailblazers and rising stars praised their fellow hospitality superstars, families and, in one case, cowgirl of yesteryear Dale Evans. In January, we asked you, our readers, to nominate the women in your lives who are making brilliant things happen every day. Rave Reviews.

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 29, 2023

When sponsoring or attending conferences, symposiums, and other live engagements, companies must follow rules around giveaways, presentations, booth activities, and speaker programs. Regulations vary between countries, so international events require extensive planning to accommodate different rules in each market.

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Plan Your Meetings

JUNE 27, 2016

Let’s face it, there’s a lot of paperwork involved in the meeting planning process. Meeting or event design elements cover a wide array of details ranging from thematic tie-ins, signage, audiovisual production, speaker selection, technology use, seating, room set-ups, food and beverage menus and program content.

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Meetings Food and Beverage Risk Management Contracts 62

PCMA Convene

JULY 31, 2016

Another big, ongoing story has been the transformation of the image that meeting professionals hold of themselves. Meeting planning, which used to be described as an ‘Old Boys’’ network, may soon be a ‘Young Women’s’ network. Vincent’s Hospital, and one of which set up a first-aid center in the hotel’s ballroom. “As

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 19, 2025

And beyond that, the hospitality industrys workforce is largely made up of people of color, said Dunn. It means having a Black male speaker talk about HR trends, not just diversity, Tombari offered. ” Ultimately, all voices matter at events, and the rollback should not prevent planners from bringing together diverse speakers.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 19, 2025

And beyond that, the hospitality industrys workforce is largely made up of people of color, said Dunn. It means having a Black male speaker talk about HR trends, not just diversity, Tombari offered. ” Ultimately, all voices matter at events, and the rollback should not prevent planners from bringing together diverse speakers.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 18, 2017

Meeting and event planners probably don’t need a strategy that elaborate, but having a plan in place is paramount. On site visits, planners should ask hotels and venues about their crisis management plans. Are the hospitality staff informed, trained and well-practiced in case of an emergency?

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