The MICE Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Everyone knows Stuttgart as the birthplace of mobility and a powerhouse in the automotive industry. But there’s much more to this dynamic destination. Stuttgart is constantly evolving, offering a unique setting for hosting business events. In this blog post, I’ll showcase the unique opportunities Stuttgart offers for your event, from hotels and venues to experiences, all with sustainability woven into the event planning process.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

How leaders can find and support employees The demand is real. Meeting planners are needed more than ever. However, it isn’t always easy to find and retain qualified staff. The American Hotel & Lodging Association (ALHA) reported that an estimated 67% of hotels are experiencing staffing issues and shortages, and 68% of planners are new to the meetings industry since COVID.

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InEvent

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Behind every memorable event and every new technology in the industry lies the dedication and vision of individuals who dared to push boundaries and transform ideas into reality. This International Men’s Day, we’re celebrating 50 influential men in event tech—we’re celebrating the grit, creativity, and relentless pursuit of progress that each of these leaders embodies. … Post International Men’s Day: 50 Influential Voices in Events Tech To Follow Today showed as first in InEvent.

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Conferences that Work

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Still from the 1995 movie “Leaving Las Vegas” of alcoholic Hollywood screenwriter Ben Sanderson (Nicolas Cage) sitting in a Las Vegas cocktail lounge, staring at a Martini as he drinks himself into oblivion. On November 14, 2024, I said goodbye to Twitter Like hundreds of thousands of users in the weeks following the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, I decided it was time to leave Twitter.

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TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Corporate events have become essential moments for companies to connect, inspire, and grow. Far from being routine gatherings, these events are strategically crafted experiences that drive business goals, strengthen bonds with clients and partners, and reinforce company culture. When executed effectively, a corporate event leaves a lasting impression, turning attendees into advocates and deepening their loyalty to your brand.Corporate events come in various forms, each tailored to fulfill differ

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EHL Insights

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

For too long, the vast majority of humanity has been left out of the business equation, says the Dean of EHL Hospitality Business School, Dr Achim Schmitt. Now educators need to play their part in driving a new, more human-centric approach.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The Arlington, Texas, Entertainment District includes the Arlington Convention Center, luxury hotels, and world-class stadiums. If you’re looking to hold your next meeting in a city that seamlessly combines work and play, consider Arlington, Texas. Located in the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, Arlington is easily reachable, less than a four-hour flight from most cities around the country.

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Connect Worldwide

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Connect Worldwide, a leader in global marketing and sales solutions for hotel brands and tourism destinations, is pleased to announce the appointment of Anthony Ferec… The post CWW Appoints New Director of Sales Development appeared first on CWW.

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inVOYAGE

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

“The events industry in 2024 has been a year marked by both resilience and a surge of creativity, navigating economic and political uncertainties while embracing a renewed appetite for impactful, live experiences.” To uncover the key trends transforming the events industry, we’ve caught up with the team at Speakers Corner, for their take on what’s driving change in 2024.

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Gavel International

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Reading Time: 4 minutes Giving back has enormous power to engage employees, with recent survey results showing: 71% of employees state it is very important to work at a company that partakes in philanthropy. 55% of employees would take a pay cut to work at a socially responsible company. 77% of employees reported a sense of purpose as part of the reason they selected their current employer.

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The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Lauren Shoaf Pace Lauren Shoaf Pace, Destinations International Pace is appointed vice president of marketing at Destinations International (DI). With nearly 20 years in the travel and tourism industry, Pace has held positions at numerous destination organizations at both the state and local levels and spent over a decade with Visit Florida. In her role with DI, Pace will be responsible for the strategic development and implementation of all of the association’s marketing initiatives.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

More than an easily accessible Midwest meeting destination, Columbus is a city with a vibe—and a dining, cultural, sports, and nightlife scene that’s hard to beat. Think you already know Columbus? Here’s why you shouldn’t sleep on this vibrant and growing Midwest city when planning your next meeting. Forbes magazine called Columbus a “hidden gem in plain sight” for good reason.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

When the goal of your meeting is relationship building, here’s what you should be measuring and one key question to ask on your post-event survey. When stakeholders invest the time and budget to bring people together face-to-face, they want to know they achieved their goals. It's not enough simply to host an event; organizations need to be able to measure its impact.

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inVOYAGE

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

As we get ready to dive into the festive season, we take a moment to reflect on our most recent event in Mykonos and the powerful lessons learned as industry-leading keynote speaker Julie Masters took to the stage at inVOYAGE x Mykonos. If you missed her session, don’t worry—we’ve recapped her key insights and how they can transform your approach to influence and leadership.

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EHL Insights

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Did you know that Jordan’s hospitality industry is one of the fastest-growing in the Middle East, with a projected annual growth rate of over 5%? In the heart of this thriving sector is the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) , a pioneering institution driving excellence in culinary education.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Lauren Shoaf Pace Lauren Shoaf Pace, Destinations International Pace is appointed vice president of marketing at Destinations International (DI). With nearly 20 years in the travel and tourism industry, Pace has held positions at numerous destination organizations at both the state and local levels and spent over a decade with Visit Florida. In her role with DI, Pace will be responsible for the strategic development and implementation of all of the association’s marketing initiatives.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The Spokane Convention Center in the heart of downtown, with the Centennial Trail running alongside the Spokane River and Riverfront Park across the water. If you’re looking to plan your next meeting in the Western United States, Spokane, Washington, has it all: premier meeting spaces and hotels filled with big-city amenities; a historic downtown; breathtaking nature and outdoor recreation; and an acclaimed food scene.

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Peak Performance Meetings and Incentives

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Gifting travel experiences as end-of-year bonuses or special rewards offers a multitude of benefits that surpass the impact of cash bonuses. Here are five compelling reasons why travel incentives are more advantageous than cash rewards: 1. Creation of Lasting Memories Travel experiences provide unique, once-in-a-lifetime opportunities that money can't buy.

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Redfin

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Boise, Idaho , is more than just a city; it’s an escape where natural beauty, a rich history, and local charm collide. While many visitors gravitate toward the city’s well-known attractions, there’s a world of hidden gems that will help you experience the true charm of this mountain town. From lush bike trails, intimate dining spots, and secret pockets of local history, Boise offers much more than meets the eye.

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EHL Insights

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Explore how EHL researchers empower Swiss tourism SMEs with a smart data dashboard, promoting digital innovation and resilience for sustainable growth.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

BCD Meetings and Events G uide helps make events more sustainable BCD Travel released a sustainability guide for meetings and events earlier this year, offering planners global sustainability trends and best practices. Smart Meetings interviewed Ben Hoeksma, senior director, global program lead, to better understand what the guide provides to planners.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Analog Events tries to make sure set pieces, like this one at Olaplex’s Bond Shaper launch party at NYA Studios, are designed with reuse in mind. Jordan Kaye is the founder and CEO of Los Angeles–based Analog Events , an experiential marketing agency that has demonstrated its commitment to sustainability by going through the rigorous process of measuring its entire social and environmental impact to become a B Corp–certified company.

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Special Events

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Tried-and-true tech tools that can streamline your operations and boost efficiency

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Redfin

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

As the crisp autumn air settles in and the festive spirit of fall begins to take over, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about how to store your seasonal holiday decorations. With expert tips and strategies, you can keep your fall decor in top shape, ensuring it’s ready to be enjoyed year after year. From organizing your bins to preserving delicate items, these smart storage solutions will help you maintain the beauty and longevity of your decorations, all while minimizing clutter and mak

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Dana Communications

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

You know you can count on us to share THE travel trends worth unpacking every year. While none of our 2024 predictions should fall off your radar (because they’re still very much on-trend!), here’s what you can additionally watch for in 2025. We’re also identifying who’s already tackling them well and how you can deliver on these trends for travelers.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

BCD Meetings and Events G uide helps make events more sustainable BCD Travel released a sustainability guide for meetings and events earlier this year, offering planners global sustainability trends and best practices. Smart Meetings interviewed Ben Hoeksma, senior director, global program lead, to better understand what the guide provides to planners.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

A new events industry collaboration announced last week at COP29 at in Baku, Azerbaijan, will help event organizers more easily measure and report the climate impact of events. (Courtesy COP29) The announcement of a collaboration between the Gulf Organization for Research and Development (GORD) and the Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) marks “a significant step forward” to promote the adoption of sustainable event practices, said JMIC President James Rees during a Nov. 14 session at COP29 i

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Special Events

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Introducing the people behind the CS+TSE Showcasing Events magic

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Redfin

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

A well-prepared kitchen is the key to unlocking your cooking potential. As an experienced chef or beginner, the way your kitchen is set up can make a world of difference in your cooking process. As Mary Kathryn Reese of Kitchen Design Concepts says, “Functionality is the most important part of a kitchen for home cooks. Every home cook has a different approach and because of that, I truly believe every home cook’s needs are different for their kitchen!

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Back-to-back hurricanes? Are you serious? When you earn CEUs for mastering risk management and mitigation for events, they don’t teach this. Yet you know from harrowing news images that flickered across our screens in late September and early October—the doubled-over palm trees and vehicles and homes floating down rampaging floodwaters—that Hurricanes Helene and Milton did the double whammy on Florida (and elsewhere).

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Imagine crafting an event like preparing a Thanksgiving dinner, where every ingredient, every dish, and every seat at the table has been considered with intention and care. Today, the events industry is cooking up something different—a transformation fueled by deeper human connection, inclusivity, and a touch of technological magic. Just as a homemade meal draws us together in a celebration of our shared stories and individuality, events in 2025 will bring people together in ways that honor the

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Get involved with local events like Refract Seattle to create unforgettable experiences for your attendees Since its inception, what is now the largest glass arts festival in North America draws visitors to Seattle from all over the world, and the somewhat niche community of glass artists, appreciators and collectors take over the city for an October weekend each year.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Get involved with local events like Refract Seattle to create unforgettable experiences for your attendees Since its inception, what is now the largest glass arts festival in North America draws visitors to Seattle from all over the world, and the somewhat niche community of glass artists, appreciators and collectors take over the city for an October weekend each year.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Events take a village. By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. Lenovo Tech World is the global technology company’s annual event, and as events at this level go, it’s an enormous undertaking for the planners organizing it. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Events take a village. By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. Lenovo Tech World is the global technology company’s annual event, and as events at this level go, it’s an enormous undertaking for the planners organizing it. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.

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