Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Kathy Morgan, senior vice president of product management and distribution experience at Sabre Travel Solutions, told the press, “By listening closely to our customers and analyzing changes in the travel landscape, we realized there were unmet needs in the market. and the United States alongside European Union representatives.

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ADMEI

JANUARY 8, 2025

It also creates demand for hotel staff, local tour guides, transportation services, and even temporary tech support for event production. Infrastructure Development : The influx of high-profile events often leads to improvements in local infrastructure, benefiting residents long after the events conclude.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

They negotiate for higher wages, improved benefits including retirement plans and family healthcare, job training, due process and safety concerns. The financial benefits of union membership have been recorded several times. The post The Mutual Benefits of Planning with a Unionized Property appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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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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Endless Events

MARCH 11, 2022

However, many event planners still ask: what are the benefits of hybrid events? Hybrid Events Are More Sustainable. Sustainability is more than a trend; it’s an important value that has turned into almost a moral imperative to pay attention to. Sponsors and exhibitors can also greatly benefit from hybrid events.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

As we expand our premium travel offerings for the travelers who book through Chase Travel Group, we are excited to retain our partnership with Travelport, said Danielle Serban, chief product officer at Chase Travel Group. This acquisition represents the next chapter in our journey, said Benjamin Habbel, co-founder and CEO of Aethos.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 4, 2019

We’re feeling a bit green today, and it’s all thanks to the topic of sustainability in events! Sustainability in events has been covered several times by our team. And they had quite a few bits of wisdom to share when it comes to implementing and promoting sustainability in events. “To innovate, and to create.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 17, 2024

Sustainability by definition is meeting the needs of the present without compromising those of the future. While several years ago that may have been true, new technology has made it much easier and less costly to implement sustainable practices at events. Similar to LED technology, this has reduced waste and heat output.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 4, 2025

From leveraging data analytics to embracing personalization, sustainability, and optimized campaign techniques, these approaches will help you capture more business while demonstrating clear value to stakeholders. Sustainability as a Value Proposition Meeting planners view sustainability as a primary factor when planning events.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 24, 2025

Group travel benefits through this partnership include 10% off round-trip airfare, 20% off the best available room rate at Stein Collection properties, a $100 daily resort credit per room for food, beverages, or spa treatments, as well as complimentary room upgrades and late departures (subject to availability).

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2022

Rather than replacing amenities after every guest, Dove (Unilever’s biggest brand) will provide hotels with full-size products that can be refilled as needed. We’ll continue to find innovative solutions for operating more sustainably to deliver our purpose of True Hospitality for Good.”. Many Roads Lead to Sustainability.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Companies and customers have utilized these exhibitions to buy and sell products and exchange ideas globally. As a result, Events Industry Council (EIC) updated its standards in 2022 to enhance sustainable practices across the events industry. Finally, implementing circularity can also benefit attendees.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Convene 4 Climate attendees participate in a challenge workshop designed to come up with actionable tactics to accelerate the business events industry’s shift to sustainability. The program for the inaugural PCMA Convene 4 Climate, held Oct. In other words, the message was: Lets get down to business.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Softer Productivity In recent years, wellness has become the star of the show. They’ve termed this concept Softer Productivity. There is a space for a much softer productivity that still allows you to deliver, but to do it in your own time and in your own way.” Sustainability isn’t only about reducing emissions.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Similarly, Southwest Business Meetings product offers discounted fares, incentives and even name changes for groups of 25 or fewer. 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. Covid Shifts.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 19, 2023

These initiatives are focused on sustainability with the goal of supporting the most eco-friendly practices possible including sustainable gardens located on hotel properties, partnerships to curb food waste, programs to help procure locally sourced produce and programs to boost the local community such as youth development.

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Redfin

MARCH 25, 2025

Beyond tidying up, it can melt away stress, lift your mood, sharpen your focus, and boost productivity. The benefits of a clean home go far beyond a simple once-a-year deep clean. Benefits of a clean home: boosts your mindset A clean home is like a breath of fresh air for your mind.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 18, 2024

Public safety expert Frank Harrison, who serves as regional security director, Americas at World Travel Protection , predicts that three central trends will shape business travel in 2024: Remote work, a focus on sustainability and budget constraints. Remote Work & Bleisure Travel Remote work, once rare, has become commonplace.

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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

Hopefully, some of these will help inspire you to embrace the benefits of event platforms and take your event strategy to the next level. There is also value in measuring psychographics and valuegraphics (for example, to assess how much your attendees value sustainability or how they feel about attending an in-person event).

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

It is a day to highlight the need for investment in funding gaps to build a more sustainable and resilient tourism sector. It also seeks to promote innovative solutions to bolster economic growth and productivity. They released three ways the tourism industry can contribute to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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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. The right music can bring people together, increase productivity and set the mood but the wrong music can…well you get the idea. Read More : Live Music-Just What the Doctor Ordered. Ocean Conservation. Virtual Events

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 22, 2022

With a focus on environmental and sustainable industry practices for businesses and incentive destinations, IDEAS for Us provides education and resources to domestic and international cities to promote corporate responsibility doing their part for eco-friendly tourism. How a Special Olympics Event Made Waiting Fun. CSR continues in Orlando!

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 30, 2024

This is driven by sustainability concerns, cost efficiency and a focus on local community support and cultural preservation. Additionally, the freelance marketplace is evolving with regulatory changes aimed at better worker classification compliance and providing freelancers with access to benefits like health insurance and retirement plans.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 12, 2019

“So I can see this being something that could exist within agencies and production houses” In Comes Sustainability. We can’t look at the future of events without talking about sustainability. ” We need someone who’s focusing just on sustainability. How to Foster Inclusion At Events.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The archipelago’s dedication to environmental conservation elevates the term of “off-the-grid” to something that benefits the world. Nature and wildlife is precious to the culture in Panama and it is reflected in the reverence for the ecosystem and sustainability measures Islas Secas takes to protect the environment.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

APRIL 16, 2024

Smart digital marketers are keeping an eye on the following trends, adapting content, product, and messaging accordingly: WELLNESS Rest, relax, retreat, unplug, and detox. SUSTAINABILITY Shifting consumer priorities have put a spotlight on ecotourism that’s here to stay. After all, everybody likes to eat.

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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 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

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.

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Traveler's Q

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The event showcases specialized tracks including AI, Climate & Sustainability, and the Tech Industry. Studios and production facilities across the city create amazing opportunities for business travelers in spring 2025. Studio Tour has special corporate packages that include production facility access and executive meeting spaces.

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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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Smart Meetings

JUNE 2, 2022

Editor’s Note : Smart Meetings reached out to San Diego State University alumnus Anthony Bollotta to discuss the benefits of furthering your career via education. . Even I, with my more than 35 years of industry experience, 28 of them as the owner of Bollotta Entertainment , could benefit from being in college. Lifelong Learning.

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Travel Daily Media

JANUARY 29, 2024

The post Raising Standards and Championing Sustainability for HoReCa appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. In a world increasingly conscious of its ecological footprint, the hotels, restaurants, and catering (HoReCa) sector have emerged as a lead champion of sustainability.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

And so that’s what our product team has been working hard to do. You have to be using technology, and that’s only going to benefit us when we go to in-person, hybrid, and going forward”, he says. Because really building a long-term sustainable, scalable solution isn’t easy. The Shiny Object Effect.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 22, 2021

The International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) launched the BEST (Becoming Environmentally Sustainable Together) in Baking program in 2010 to honor companies introducing sustainable products or practices into the industry. Bake Sustainability Into the Experience. Let’s think outside the recycling bin.

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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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