Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 28, 2023

It’s really a transformational year in terms of how we’re moving and growing,” said Amy Kramer, market and product innovation leader with Maritz. It will automatically plan their agenda and get them booked on a flight and with a hotel that will meet their specific needs. Kramer shared some highlights.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 17, 2021

Competing on product is also getting tougher and tougher, as even the most innovative companies in the world—like Uber or Snapchat—eventually get copied. The emcee should generally not be an executive, a vendor or anyone who is not a trained public speaker. So what’s left? The experience. The Best Speakers. For more information. .

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 15, 2024

At the annual user conference Cvent Connect for a record 4,000 attendees in San Antonio this week, the event technology company which was purchased by Blackstone last year announced new products and acquisitions designed to better meet the needs of meeting professionals, whether planning simple events or complex hybrid affairs.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 5, 2024

“I read the recommended books, The Events Industry Council Manual  and the  PCMA Manual and reviewed the questions in the book before doing the readings,” she says. Keep in mind that the EIC book is key—EIC guides the test, so if something in the PCMA book is different, stick with the EIC book for the exam.”

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AltexSoft Travel

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Train travel is in a disadvantaged position in our world. One of the most interesting differences between how air and train transport operate is the role technology takes in each. One of the most interesting differences between how air and train transport operate is the role technology takes in each. Lack of customer data.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Calendar year 2024 is already forecasted to show a healthy increase in group rooms nationwide, largely due to the number of meetings that had been on the books in 2021, 2022 and 2023 that were postponed or re-scheduled into 2024. Indeed, 2024 will have its’ challenges but could also be a year in which group business thrives.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Hybrid events—whether they are conferences, expos or training courses—are meetings that can be accessed in person at a physical location, or remotely via an online platform. Don’t pour your efforts into an excellent script only to neglect the production process!

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The MICE Blog

JULY 3, 2024

Einstein St.Gallen offers multiple benefits designed to enhance any event: The congress center is the nearest to the train station, within just few walking minutes. Gallen opened at the end of 2023 with 101 rooms, located right next to the train station. Tower Room on the 5th floor has views of the historic center of St.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Unionized hotels provide the stability and training that hospitality workers are seeking—they could be part of the solution to the shortage that meeting planners are waiting for. They negotiate for higher wages, improved benefits including retirement plans and family healthcare, job training, due process and safety concerns.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

A revamped Associations Solutions Marketplace at Music City Center convention complex featured more than 300 sponsors and acted as a one-stop destination for finding the right products and service providers to help their associations achieve success. I love traveling,” she said, reflecting on the miles booked on the road over the last year.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 19, 2022

Beyond the benefits of all team-building exercises, like improved collaboration and productivity, CSR programs create memorable, emotionally powerful experiences that strengthen employee loyalty. In general, however, it’s best to avoid that temptation and book an indoor venue—at the very least, as a backup.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 8, 2019

a national meeting planning company, which books over 100,000 room nights annually. Tom also presents a series of training sessions that teach meeting planners about how hotels work. Follow our iconic event prof from this week’s conversation about hotel contract negotiations : Tom Pasha of CONTACT Planning & Productions, Inc.

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AltexSoft Travel

AUGUST 18, 2021

Travel Insight is a data product of the Scotland-based metasearch engine and OTA which aggregates search queries from 100 million Skyscanner users monthly. We used even more features to train our price predictor for FareBoom. It also suggested the best time for the booking. Travel Insight by Skyscanner. Flight dataset structure.

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

If you’re wondering what questions to ask when booking a venue, you’ve come to the right place. Wherever you end up setting up shop, you must ensure your attendees can easily arrive via car, Uber, bus, train, bicycle, subway, or even on foot. “A How far is the nearest airport or train station from the venue?

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 6, 2025

Conference management is so much more than just booking a venue and sending out invitationsits a comprehensive process that covers every stage of planning, organizing, and executing a successful conference or large-scale event. Understanding the Dynamics of Conference Management What is Conference Management?

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Smart Meetings

MAY 9, 2024

In his book, “Conquering Life’s Stage Fright: Three Steps to Top Performance,” Schulman suggests treating every activity—call, email, social media post and interaction—as a show of who you are. This devout pianist and entrepreneur will tackle the need to create long-term value and navigate uncertainty.

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Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2021

Outdoor venues have higher production costs and more unknowns due to weather conditions, but they can be a great choice for concepts like barbeques and picnics. If you book a venue that’s too large and don’t sell it out, you’ll have a half-full room and a low-energy crowd. Apply for permits and insurance.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

Expanding vendor deals to utilize spa facilities, wellness-based accommodation and better team training are good places to start. “On Travel doesn’t have to be a highly structured production. The global TMO believes off-sites to be “a must-have” and an effective way to manage burnout before it becomes unmanageable.

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The MICE Blog

JUNE 21, 2022

Over 60 percent of young adults in Switzerland choose vocational training or apprenticeship over an academic path. Vocational training is common in many countries around the world. The vocational education and training system in Switzerland is unique in the world . The SwissSkills event targets a young audience.

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Endless Events

MAY 1, 2018

Tools you can use to help you manage your inbox as an event planner and how to train your mind to be more efficient and much more! 100 Hacks to Improve Your Business (Book). Chris will teach you ways to manage your inbox as an event prof. How to process everything coming at you. Audrey Gallien of Catalyst Inc. ( @CatalystInc ).

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Endless Events

MAY 14, 2018

And of course, make sure your staff is trained to give a five-star check-in experience, setting the right tone for the process. Make sure your staff is trained to give a five-star check-in experience. With Airbnb’s link with SiteMinder, hotels can also be booked through the Airbnb Boutique service. Click To Tweet.

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AltexSoft Travel

OCTOBER 9, 2019

Global Distribution Systems are responsible for providing booking websites with unified access to a massive inventory of flights, hotel rooms, car rental companies, cruises, and much more. This is a beginner-friendly guide to starting your travel booking business or at least its online part. Pass the GDS terminal training.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Ver-sur-Launette, France – July 29, 2020: A TGV Duplex inOui high speed train from french rail company SNCF is driving at full speed in the countryside (artist’s impression). “ We are proud to promote sustainable and easy train travel in Europe.

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The MICE Blog

JANUARY 11, 2021

There are products made from recycled materials, and attendees can visit the factories of these products or a national park to become involved in corporate volunteering. The lobby lounge bar is a ‘meeting place’ because it’s close to the train station and easy to access for those coming by train even for a meeting.

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Social Tables

JUNE 12, 2024

Many event vendors create the products they offer or provide their services directly. Event stage design involves incorporating production elements into an event or presentation space to amplify the venue’s aesthetics and enhance the attendees’ experience. Stage designers. Food & and beverage suppliers. Videographers.

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Travel Daily Media

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

The post VisitBritain taps Eurostar and Virgin Trains to boost MICE market in the UK appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. VisitBritain has partnered with Eurostar and Virgin Trains to offer a united travel service for the MICE market and drive international business events to the UK.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 20, 2024

Travel management companies (TMCs) and online booking tools are perfectly positioned to modernize business travel by creating the seamless experiences that employees crave and companies need. Our research indicates that 35% of business travelers now prioritize travel options that support wellbeing, productivity and recovery.

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Endless Events

APRIL 4, 2023

Whether you’re hosting a training, conference, product launch, board meeting, peer dinner, or investigator meeting, high-quality pharmaceutical events can put your business on the map. Goals like “Promote the launch of our new product” or “Connect with industry leaders” are a good place to start.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 22, 2024

A private group of investors has purchased Crotonville, General Electric’s management-training facility for nearly 70 years, for $22 million and will operate the suburban New York venue as a conference center—which means that business groups can meet in the same spaces that legendary GE CEO Jack Welch educated his management teams.

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AltexSoft Travel

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

All agents belonging to a particular host use the same accreditation numbers or IDs to book travel. A travel agency may book cruises, no matter the type of professional accreditation it has. Education and training. Of course, this policy only applies to bookings made under the host’s accreditation number. Lead generation.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 12, 2023

Regardless of whether it’s for a couple, a brand, or a product, the event should tell a distinctive story to each guest passing through.”. Planners book the venue, build a menu, confirm caterers, secure the technology needed for the event, and so on. – Kristin Banta, Kristin Banta Events, inc. Comparison and Selection.

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Social Tables

MAY 30, 2019

Book an event venue. You can also always borrow decor from other people’s parties and style it in a way that puts your own personal touch on their products. Contact Us: hello@socialtables.com +1 (877) 973-2863 Request Pricing ? A party actually costs around $30-$60 per person. Choose a few date and time options for the event.

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Solimar International

JANUARY 16, 2025

It is home to the endangered Royal Bengal Tiger, vulnerable Pallas Fishing Eagle and Masked Finfoot, and critically endangered River Terrapin – all listed in the IUCN Red Book – as well as the rare glyphis gangeticus shark, estuarine crocodile, Indian python, the Irrawaddy, Ganges River dolphins, and more.

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Travel Daily Media

JUNE 24, 2024

With hundreds of tickets already sold, this week provides the last opportunity to book Cruise360 at discounted earlybird prices, which end on June 30, 2024. To secure tickets at earlybird prices, CLIA members can visit Cruise360 Australasia and book by June 30, 2024.

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Conferences that Work

JULY 17, 2023

But I felt surprised, dismayed, and angry to discover that this $10 billion company, OpenAI, has misappropriated my copyright, by digesting my copyrighted book Conferences That Work: Creating Events That People Love without any notification, discussion, or thought of compensation. ChatGPT can be a useful tool.

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Endless Events

JULY 5, 2018

To start with, it gives you easier access to top speakers who are often booked out. Make sure they are trained; your team is trained up well to support them and that you perform test runs. Plus, it means you can engage the best speakers – a massive drawcard for your event! Well-prepared speakers.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 15, 2025

You book the venue, organize speakers, send out tons of invitationsand then sit back, wondering, What is event marketing really doing for my brand? Instead of just telling people about your product or service you can show them. Second, it offers educationattendees can learn about your product or service in a deeper, more hands-on way.

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