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Cal Poly Students Gained Experience and Confidence at Visit California Outlook Forum 2025

Smart Meetings

To find out what the university is teaching future meetings and event professionals and what they gleaned from the two days of sessions and networking, we asked Ryan Becker, senior vice president of communications and strategy with Visit California. We asked, What will you take away from your Outlook Forum experience?

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5 Tips for Engaging with First-Timers at Annual Events

ADMEI

As Destination Management Companies (DMCs) consider how to effectively engage with first-timers at annual events, it’s important to remember that although they’re newcomers today, they can become loyal attendees and even leaders in the future! Communicate well from the first moment. Provide resources. Host a special event.

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Destination Management Companies: How Travel Agencies Can Tap Into DMC Potential

AltexSoft Travel

Online and offline travel agencies provide a wide selection of services to a wide range of audiences, so they rarely have control over the resources at the immediate destination. Destination Management Companies or DMCs are the needed link connecting travelers and service providers. How Destination Management Companies work.

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Adding Accessibility to DEI: Making Travel & Events Inclusive for All

ADMEI

True accessibility efforts ensure that every aspect of the experience is inclusive, from registration systems and accommodations to transportation and activity options. True accessibility encompasses three categories : physical access, sensory access, and communication access.

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Q&A: What Does an Event Planner Do?

Social Tables

If the plan is moving along as expected, planners need to be able to communicate that information confidently, correctly, and collaborate with others to find the solution. Communication: Building strong relationships quickly is an important event planning skill. Certified in Exhibition Management (CEM). Continuing education.

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Elevate Your Group Travel Experience: Incentive Travel Company vs. Travel Agency

Brightspot Incentive Events

With our global destination knowledge , Brightspot guides clients in selecting destinations that align with their budget and motivational strategies , whether it’s an exotic beach retreat, a vibrant city escape, or an adventurous outdoor excursion.

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The Top US and Canadian Event Management Agencies for 2024

Bizzaboo

360 Destination Group Irvine, CA 360 Destination Group, the go-to destination management company for stress-free event planning, ensures seamless event management for incredible corporate experiences. Communications. 26FIVE New York, NY 26FIVE is the growth engine behind people, ideas, and brands.