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FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Australia Is Back Robin Mack of Tourism Australia emphasized that, following the pandemic, the destination is rebounding robustly. Their insights reveal not only how Australia is bouncing back post-pandemic, but also the trends and innovations theyre seeing across the meetings and events industry.

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JULY 21, 2022

West Virginia Department of Tourism Secretary Chelsea Ruby shared success stories from a targeted message to remote workers looking for an affordable, outdoorsy lifestyle. Global All-Star panel agreed that creative, intentional tourism management can be a source for good. JT Long (@SmartMtgsJT) July 20, 2022. A Hospitable Spirit.

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MARCH 31, 2025

Complimentary Planning Assistance and Site Visits From finding event speakers to event promotion, hotel contracts, guest activities and complimentary collateral materials, Visit Boise is at your service. Paid for in part by a grant from Idaho Tourism.

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Prestige Events Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Since 2020, she has been guiding leaders and educators in sustainable recovery of Travel, Tourism and Aviation in a post-COVID world and was named as one of the ‘Top 25 Inspirational Executives in Travel/Hospitality’ in 2023. The full programme for the event can be viewed here.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 13, 2022

I am excited about meetings and conventions returning to Greater Palm Springs post-pandemic, as group business is such a vital part of the tourism economy. Attendees are interested in having an opportunity for a hands-on eco-tourism experience to give back to the host destination. The future of travel and tourism is now.

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MARCH 21, 2025

Negotiating contracts is the first step before confirming speakers, color themes or catering options. Avoid pitfalls and protect your event Contracts are the lifeblood and backbone of the meetings industry.

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The Business of Events is pleased to announce its first confirmed speakers and contributors ahead of its UK Policy Forum , which takes place on 8 th November at IET London: Savoy Place. She also inspires new generations of event professionals by lecturing in Events and Tourism at the University of Hertfordshire.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Romie Dr. Romie, Great Wolf Resorts Board-certified physician, award-winning wellness speaker and founder of brainSHIFT, Dr. Romie , begins a new role as chief wellness officer for Great Wolf Resorts. Christy Loy Christy Loy, Meet Minneapolis Loy takes on the role of senior vice president of destination sales at Meet Minneapolis.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 1, 2019

A tourism conference will take place in the Dearne Valley next month to discuss the opportunities for improving access for disabled people. The one-day ‘Dearne Valley Access Exchange’ conference will bring experts together from the tourism industry across the UK to discuss the opportunities for enhanced accessibility in the area.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Instead of scheduling eight hours of speakers, Yigit Segin, global chief brand and commercial officer with Accor ’s Fairmont brand, suggests focusing on connecting attendees with those who have common interests. Meanwhile, the Greater Palm Springs Tourism Foundation supports workforce development by providing scholarships and opportunities.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 17, 2022

We have fun, but also get business done,” explained Cleo Battle, president and CEO of Louisville Tourism. Speaker and coach Rich Bracken built on the lessons for managing mindset by sharing tricks to assuming the role of DJ of your own life. The city hosted 881 meetings and conventions in 2019. Marin Bright, Smart Meetings CEO.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 10, 2022

They discussed their perspectives on the evolution of tourism, including: Guests, including meeting attendees, are expecting more out of their vacation experiences. In a special fireside chat, Tisch brought New York City Mayor Eric Adams onstage to talk about the importance of tourism and travel in the city.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 17, 2022

We have fun, but also get business done,” explained Cleo Battle, president and CEO of Louisville Tourism. Speaker and coach Rich Bracken built on the lessons for managing mindset by sharing tricks to assuming the role of DJ of your own life. The city hosted 881 meetings and conventions in 2019. Marin Bright, Smart Meetings CEO.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Read More : Don’t Call it a Reset—Tourism Quickly Rebounds in Wake of Hurricanes Knowing what to expect in the specific location and estimated date of your event is critical to building contingency plans around severe weather. Of course, this goes for your keynote speakers, caterers, audiovisual support, and the weather, too.

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2022

The Business of Events has just announced that Lord Syed Kamall, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Civil Society, Heritage, Tourism and Growth at the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport will be the key note speaker at its 2022 UK Policy Forum, which will take place on 02 November at the QEII Centre, Westminster, London.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 23, 2024

Quinn Conyers was the keynote speaker to kick off the event, driving home her message of self-presentation and “luxury language to be an effective leader.” Smart Meetings was also privileged to be a judge for IACC Americas Innovations Workshop. The post Lessons Learned at IACC 2024 appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Top Trends Impacting Hospitality, Tourism and Events. Hood and Colombia River Gorge Regional Tourism Alliance, which suffered devastating fires in its region this year, the panelists emphasized the importance of having a crisis communication in place before crisis occurs. Here are takeaways every meeting professional can benefit from.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 17, 2022

With a deeper desire to understand the economic impact of the travel and tourism industry comes more of an appetite for partnership. A business event strategist is not merely hosting an event; they are an important revenue generator, and that value extends well beyond their own department.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 4, 2017

The right speaker can put listeners in their shoes as they share their first-hand experiences of starting a company, overcoming a life-threatening disease or climbing a mountain. The winners of the United Nations World Tourism Organization’s annual video competition are examples of compelling storytelling at its finest. Show the story.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 10, 2019

Choose Speakers Wisely. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh was the exclamation point on the message that business event strategists can and should be a force for good in the world. “No It happens everywhere, in hotels and airports, and we are uniquely positioned to say something if we see something,” Karamat said.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 23, 2022

Events and conferences often embody all four sectors of the hospitality industry: entertainment and recreation, food and beverage, lodging and travel and tourism. Entertainment, whether it be keynote speakers, magicians or musical artists, adds immense value to any event. Out-of-the-box Entertainment .

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The MICE

MARCH 27, 2025

The focus was on addressing current tourism challenges and providing targeted training for participants. The event offered infotainment on sustainability and artificial intelligence, a generational dialogue between young and experienced tourism professionals and a discussion platform on the future of flying.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 3, 2018

While the content and quality of the speakers are first and foremost in attendees’ minds, it is clear that factors such as the food and destination, in addition to industry regulations, still play a pivotal role in shaping how planners tackle sourcing and agendas. “I What Makes a Meeting Stand Out?

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Prestige Events Magazine

APRIL 15, 2025

The event will feature thought leaders, industry experts, and next-generation professionals exploring subjects ranging from AI in events to Martyns Law and venue security, with a firm focus on innovation, safety, sustainability, and workforce transformation.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2024

The number of pre-qualified buyers attending this year’s World Travel Market London increased by 11 per cent compared to last year, with organisers of the world’s most influential travel and tourism event thrilled to confirm 5,049 world class buyers came through its doors, over three-days. billion in 2024, surpassing 2019 values.

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Hubilo Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Why have a keynote speaker at your event? This where you need keynote speakers at your event or conference. Often event planners find it difficult to find an easy reference list of keynote speakers or guest speakers for various industry segments. Keynote speakers in Marketing and Sales. Seth Godin Who is he?

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Read More : WTTC Survey Assesses Cities’ Sustainable Tourism Growth. Their top two ways of doing this are by using diverse and minority-owned suppliers and including diverse speakers and entertainment. Global in-person attendance is predicted to rise 3.3% for conferences and tradeshows and 4.2%

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Prestige Events Magazine

MARCH 24, 2023

As a newly elected member, Bowdin is Principal Lecturer in Events Management at the UK Centre for Events Management (School of Events, Tourism and Hospitality Management, Leeds Beckett University), where he has established events management degrees and masters courses since 1996.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 30, 2023

Power and Tourism Economics found that 81% percent of business executives see business travel as vital to their operations. “When you think about it, there is practically no industry sector that doesn’t rely on professional travel to advance its business or goals.” In fact, a survey by J.D. CT ( see here ).

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

“Expo 2020 Dubai is an investment in a sustainable, resilient and diversified economy that will spur broader economic impact in key sectors—including construction, transport, storage, communications, travel, tourism, hospitality and business services—in the UAE, the wider region and beyond,” Nagdev said. Pandemic Impacts. Kailash Nagdev.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 14, 2022

Exchanges focus around meeting face-to-face with a wide array of vendors, buyers, and mountain tourism suppliers from around the world. With over 100 speakers on the agenda, and more than 30 unique educational sessions to choose from, the 2022 Expo + Conference in Las Vegas will cover all things hospitality-related. .

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Event Marketer

MARCH 27, 2023

When a special events manager position opened up at FIU’s Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management, Sosa jumped at the chance to return to her alma mater. And there are more evolutions like this taking place at schools across the country.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 15, 2023

Additionally, most downtown urban core properties are specifically positioned for business and tourism, providing guests with direct access to the culture and attractions of the city. When attendees are less stressed from the frustrations of extended or delayed travel, they are more likely to enjoy the event.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Herbert, founder, publisher and editor-in-chief of Black Meetings and Tourism; Harvey Grotsky, president, CEO, publisher and editor-in-chief of Coastal Communications; and the late Marin June Bright, CEO of Bright Business Media, publisher of Smart Meetings. Meeting industry journalists and publishers received certificates of appreciation.

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AUGUST 15, 2023

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Prestige Events Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

IBTM World 2023 , which returns to Fira, Barcelona from November 28 to 30 has announced Julius Solaris and Christine Renaud as its final keynote speakers, bringing innovation to the fore of its dynamic conference programme. This will be followed by a comprehensive round table discussion focusing on the future of event tourism.

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Opening the event with a virtual welcome address, Tourism Minister Sir John Whittingdale congratulated the mia for its ongoing counsel to government. It was a fantastic event, and we are very grateful to all of our speakers, partners and supporters who made it possible.”

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