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Why Attendees Aren’t Committing Early to Conferences

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In recent years, many event organizers have observed a notable trend: despite offering enticing early bird registration discounts, many attendees are hesitant to commit to conferences well in advance. As a result, many are cautious about allocating funds to nonessential activities like conferences.

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Marriott Announces ‘Bridging the Gap’ Program to Support Minority Franchisees

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The $50 million program, called “Marriott’s Bridging The Gap,” was revealed at NYU International Hospitality Investment Conference on June 6. In 2018, the company gave $500,000 to groups and individuals that promoted diversity in travelers and hotel operators.

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Conventions Return to Indianapolis and Las Vegas

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travel association shared how as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, the U.S. saw a decline of $211 billion in business travel spending in 2020, with $97 billion of that loss due to the cancellation of professional meetings and events related travel spending. The event will take place at the Henry B. The George R.

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CMP Spotlight: Get to Know Heike Mahmoud, CMP

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She began working in a travel agency and later moved into business. Preparing for the Exam In 2004, when Meeting Professionals International (MPI) held their EMEA Conference in Berlin, Mahmoud was working as director of conventions at the Berlin Convention Office. One session introduced the CMP certification.

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Surveys: Med/Pharma Meetings are Growing

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I would say that probably anywhere between two to five of those is some sort of event or meeting, or conference or seminar.”. Traveling can be tough for some, especially for those with children. “I Even for those who travel, location is often the deciding factor. What Makes a Meeting Stand Out?

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Why Jimbaran Convention Centre is the best place for meetings and conferences in Bali

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The post Why Jimbaran Convention Centre is the best place for meetings and conferences in Bali appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Let’s not forget the colourful wall art that taps into the emotionality of travel and Bali culture.

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Breaking Boundaries in Business: CTW Global 2023 unveils Conference Program in Dubai 

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The post Breaking Boundaries in Business: CTW Global 2023 unveils Conference Program in Dubai appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The much-awaited CTW Global 2023 Conference Program, has been unveiled, it is set to take place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from September 18th to 20th, 2023.