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FICP Annual Elevated Conversation Around Meaning

Smart Meetings

Learn More: From Checkboxes to Strategy: Implementing and Leading Sustainable Event Practices Topics included AI adoption, succession planning, contract negotiations, neurodiversity affordances, transportation management and sustainable sourcing.

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DIY Car and Train Booking App Could Ease Transportation Inflation 

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Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that transportation prices are 36.14% higher in 2022 than they were in 2016. . One feature of myCWT is access to each client company’s corporate negotiated rates and preferred suppliers. Frustrated by the overwhelmingly high price of travel, more people are turning to trains for transportation.

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Trending Insights: 3 Key Trends Shaping the Meetings Industry in 2025

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Sustainability Is Non-Negotiable More planners are prioritizing eco-conscious venues and destinations. From green-certified hotels to zero-waste catering options, sustainability is becoming a critical factor in decision-making. Today’s elite corporate clients expect more than just recycling programs.

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What Meeting Planners Want: Understanding Their Needs & Pain Points

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Rising costs for venues, catering, A/V services, and transportation mean they are constantly looking for the best value. Many corporations have sustainability goals that extend to their event planning, requiring venues and destinations to support green initiatives.

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5 Financial Management Tips for Association Event Organizers

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The more revenue streams you develop, the more sustainable and resilient your event will be. You may also negotiate with vendors like your venue and catering company to decrease costs. Investigate which time of year venues have the lowest rates, and try to choose a convenient location for attendees to minimize transportation costs.

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FICP Annual Elevated Conversation Around Meaning

Smart Meetings

Learn More: From Checkboxes to Strategy: Implementing and Leading Sustainable Event Practices Topics included AI adoption, succession planning, contract negotiations, neurodiversity affordances, transportation management and sustainable sourcing.

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FICP Annual Elevated Conversation Around Meaning

Smart Meetings

Learn More: From Checkboxes to Strategy: Implementing and Leading Sustainable Event Practices Topics included AI adoption, succession planning, contract negotiations, neurodiversity affordances, transportation management and sustainable sourcing.

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