Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Alaska Airlines’ new offers might maximize your benefits. Hoshino Resorts and Japan Airlines Team Up to Attract Tourists Japan Airlines and Hoshino Resorts have partnered to launch a new sustainable tourism campaign , “All-Time Favorite vs. Hidden Gems,” which aims to attract visitors to Japan’s less-trodden locales.

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Traveler's Q

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Business Networking Hotspots Spring Place has become the go-to networking spot where creative professionals and business leaders join forces. The area’s rooftop spaces showcase stunning Manhattan skyline views – perfect for spring evening networking events. Monroe development represent USD 203 million in investments.

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Traveler's Q

JANUARY 16, 2025

Premium travel companies leverage cutting-edge technology to craft seamless, sustainable adventures that bring these visions to life. This comprehensive guide explores groundbreaking innovations reshaping shared adventuresfrom AI-powered personalization and sustainable solutions to advanced safety systems and seamless digital integration.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 23, 2023

Sustainable Transportation in Anaheim Reducing carbon emissions in transportation has been at the forefront of conversations in the meeting industry, and Anaheim has been taking it seriously. Diana Kotler, ATN’s executive director, explains the benefits of this strategy.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

More robust tracking can more meaningfully bring events into the marketing funnel securely and sustainably. “As Sustainability should be a demonstrated priority,” said Eran Ben-Shushan, CEO and co-founder of Bizzabo , in a written statement. Attendee Benefits. Organizer/Sponsor Benefits. Environmental Benefits.

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Endless Events

MARCH 24, 2022

We’ve outlined 77 event KPIs and divided them into eight major groups: general and attendee event KPIs , financial event KPIs , marketing KPIs , audience engagement KPIs , presenter KPIs , sponsorship and tradeshow KPIs , event networking KPIs , community KPIs. Event Networking KPIs. We’ve outlined several in each group.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 27, 2022

Five weeks out from the return of IMEX in Frankfurt , Germany, IMEX Group CEO Carina Bauer is excited that after cancelling two years in a row, the program is returning strong with an emphasis on connection and sustainability. MeetGreen sustainability consultants are calculating the environmental impact in Frankfurt for first time.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The need for change in travel and tourism The hospitality industry is continuing its efforts towards improving sustainability, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) with cross-sector discussions and in-person activities. The Travel Foundation and the U.S.

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Traveler's Q

MARCH 7, 2024

Are you tired of attending the same boring networking events that feel more like a chore than an opportunity to connect with others in your industry? It’s time to ignite your networking game with innovative corporate event ideas that will leave a lasting impact on your professional development. Let’s dive in!

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Jessica Martini, national account manager with Southwest Business, shared that the bulk of group travel is made up of under 150 people so most companies can take advantage of the benefits. Southwest’s Martini explained that one of the benefits is access to a Partner Service Desk for additional support, including enhanced reporting.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 11, 2022

The benefits of music are undeniable and therefore music is a staple part of every meeting, conference and convention. Between networking, listening to speakers and more, meeting attendees often end their days overwhelmed by the day’s events, especially when not given ample time to process and reflect. Ocean Conservation.

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Endless Events

APRIL 8, 2022

What are the benefits of hosting the same event on two separate occasions? Event planners are moving towards the hybrid model because hybrid events have many benefits. When planned asynchronously, those benefits only deepen in their impact. But virtual events are far more accessible, sustainable, and data-rich.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 9, 2024

Read More : American Airlines Eases Pet Policy New Study Reveals Benefits of Sports and Music Tourism Collinson International has just released a report revealing the details of spending by those traveling for sports and music events, and the results are eye-opening. The user experience is seamless and flexible, benefiting business travelers.

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MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

After one big effort in August, nearly six times as many Maritz Global Events employees are certified in event sustainability. Activate brought 274 Maritz team members and 377 supplier partners to Phoenix for education and networking; for 48 of those Maritz employees, a big focus was the sustainability course.

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The MICE Blog

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

There’s a lot happening in Stuttgart right now, especially in its transformation into a leading destination for sustainable events. It drew over 2000 participants dedicated to sustainable urban development. Additionally, Stuttgart has efficient road networks. After 18 months of renovation, the venue reopened in 2020.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 6, 2024

SM: What are some innovative approaches to considerations such as sustainability, diet preferences, and local history? JH : Sustainability continues to be a top priority for Marriott and one that holds significant importance to our customers. SR : First, planners should consider the overall attendee goal.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 14, 2022

The “ Pathways to Clarity ” theme carried throughout with numerous exhibitors, suppliers and presenters focusing on sustainable practices while many emphasized the importance of inclusion and mental wellness through design within the events, tourism and hospitality industries. Celebrating #smartwomeninmeetings because it elevates everyone!

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

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. When we are going through tough times is when we need to lock into our network.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 22, 2024

This can be particularly beneficial in fields where networking and personal connections play a critical role in career development and business opportunities,” she says. Collaborate, Innovate, Empower Out of the many lessons learned from this year’s WeCon, Minzey chose to stick to her top three.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 21, 2022

Others have benefitted from a fresh approach as exemplified by today’s announcement that Zoom Ventures and others are investing in the remote-first startup twine. For some companies such as Bizzabo and Hopin, that has resulted in substantial layoffs—30% of staff in the case of U.S. A Targeted Approach. Enduring Partners.

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Solimar International

AUGUST 22, 2023

They actively promote and support local food systems, which inherently fosters greater sustainability compared to industrialized agriculture. The Role of Agritourism in Sustainable Development Economic Benefits Agritourism can support communities by generating income, creating jobs, and supporting local economies.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 13, 2023

She shared the benefits of the designation with Nguyen and, Nguyen says, sold her on the CMP Community and Conclave. The support and guidance from great mentors sustained her evolution, she reports. I am not shy about asking questions and reaching out to my network for best practices.” Her first manager was also a CMP.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 26, 2024

Elements such as language barriers and complex cuisine are not considered a hurdle, but rather an added benefit that allows for a more exciting experience,” Moten shared. Considerations such as sustainability and F&B add-ons can be integrated into your finalized contract terms. They have a great time.

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inVOYAGE

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

From the rise of AI and immersive technologies to the growing demand for sustainable and inclusive practices, this year has redefined how we create impactful, memorable 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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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Now more than ever, sustainability is top of mind for event planners because it’s a top priority for event attendees. of attendees said sustainability and DE&I are their No. of attendees said sustainability and DE&I are their No. So how do you plan a sustainable event? 1 priority, and 31.2% Does yours?

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The MICE Blog

AUGUST 12, 2024

Lobby at InterContinental Berlin Sustainability at InterContinental Berlin Along with its extensive renovations, InterContinental Berlin has also focused on implementing major sustainability practices. I asked him about the sustainability initiatives implemented during the renovation.

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ADMEI

MAY 15, 2024

3 Reasons to Hire an Accredited DMC 15 May 2024 In the dynamic realm of event management, trade shows serve as pivotal hubs for engagement, networking, and brand representation. There are many benefits of trade shows for professionals in the meetings and events industry. Build connections with booth visitors.

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ADMEI

MAY 8, 2024

How to Elevate Your Trade Show Booth Experience 08 May 2024 In the dynamic realm of event management, trade shows serve as pivotal hubs for engagement, networking, and brand representation. There are many benefits of trade shows for professionals in the meetings and events industry. Build connections with booth visitors.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Instead of advertising its brand, Amazon chose to use its naming rights to spotlight its pledge to reach net-zero carbon emissions by calling the Seattle venue Climate Pledge Arena — just one example how sustainability has become top of mind for organizations and consumers. Michael Dyerland/Visit Seattle). ” — Shawna McKinley.

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Endless Events

JULY 5, 2018

You’ll be thrilled to hear there’s a whole lot of benefits for event goers, presenters and planners too. The benefits of hybrid events. How to host digital hangouts for networking. That’s because it’s more interesting visually and attendees get all the benefits of a virtual component attached to a physical event.

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Stova

JANUARY 9, 2025

How does the power of event networking extend beyond the buyer pool? Pre-Event Exhibitor Networking Sets the Stage for Collaboration Another way to tap into exhibitor symbiosis is to facilitate networking between exhibitors both before and during the event. Who Benefits Most from Exhibitor Symbiosis? Tag-team Pitches.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Sustainability Takes Center Stage Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) is the umbrella organization that hosts the Net Zero Carbon Events Initiative (NZCE). Our raison d’être is to drive, in our sector, the value of sustainability in the business events industry,” said James Rees, president of JMIC. Measure and share impact.

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Endless Events

JULY 19, 2018

We’re going to take a deep dive into the benefits of using AI for events and uncover: What are chatbots and their perks? On the other hand, chatbots can also be very person-driven, but you don’t see the learning and ongoing benefits with this type of chatbot. But, what about the simple benefits it has for the environment?

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Traveler's Q

JULY 19, 2024

But beyond these technical benefits, AI has the potential to enhance cultural inclusivity and diversity in corporate events. Practical Applications Chatbots: AI-powered chatbots can provide real-time assistance to attendees, answering questions, providing event information, and facilitating networking.

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ADMEI

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS FINALISTS Best Décor/Design CTC Destination Management, a DMC Network Company Roses & Ralphie Mosaix Group, a DMC Network Company Succession Woodstock and Bridgerton Come to Town! The CE Group, a DMC Network Company U.S. Diamond Club 2022 The CE Group, a DMC Network Company U.S.

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Travel Daily Media

JUNE 25, 2023

The post New Zealand business events sector on track for sustainable growth appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Business Events Industry Aotearoa’s MEETINGS 2023 winds up in Wellington today after two days packed with over 6,000 meetings, networking functions and knowledge sessions.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Well-being Reimagined Jessica Shea At Hilton, the shortcut to increased productivity, greater engagement and effective networking is to infuse compassion and holistic wellness into a meeting. These two things combined create so many health and productivity benefits, not to mention customer loyalty,” he explained. It could be education.

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