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Smart Moves in New York, Panama City Beach and More

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He joined the organization in 2015, and since then, has worked as sports marketing and special events coordinator, and operations manager. He has been with the organization for a total of 10 years, joining as program manager for IAAPA Europe in 2009. Patrick Stewart. Wahl will be president and CEO of IAAPA , effective Jan.

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Why is DEI Critical to the Hospitality Industry?

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The industry, further, has a duty to promote diversity in the earliest planning of events to reflect the essence of stakeholder touch points. This important conversation will enable the hospitality industry to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive by practicing the key elements of each pillar.

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Smart Moves: Access Appoints Three Female Co-CEOs

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She has a particular knack for company values, seeing them as a way to center and support Access as an organization from within, and providing employees with individual and team growth and prosperity. In 2009, she opened Workshop, a Colorado DMC. In this role, she developed a passion for event design, art direction and marketing.

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Smart Moves in Florida, Wyoming and More

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He began working with The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company in 2009 at The Ritz-Carlton Golf and Spa Resort in Rose Hall, Jamaica as travel sales industry coordinator. She also worked as sales specialist for Marriott’s Florida’s sales organization. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club in Florida.

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Asheville Meet Where Community is Strong and Creative Spirit Abundant

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The Asheville area focuses heavily on making a positive impact on its community through its many community service organization collaborations. The non-profit organization Riverlink also specializes in the restoration of areas in Asheville. And Asheville makes it easy for corporate groups to get involved. .

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Smart Moves in Vail, Niagara Falls and More

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ExCel London , a major event venue at the historic Royal Docks, promoted Clover to executive director of event management and guest experience. Jules CEO of the organization. Jules was previously director of marketing for her current organization and, prior to that, was CEO of PEAEYE7 Marketing International for five years.

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Charting New Waters: Maldives Debuts First Sustainable Destination Management Organization

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A shift in government regulations in 2009 transformed the Maldives’ tourism landscape. This environmental threat underscores the urgency for sustainable tourism practices to preserve local ecosystems and promote ecosystem conservation. Tourism is the core of the Maldivian economy, significantly contributing to the national GDP.