Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Fairfax County, Virginia is the ideal place to hold your next meeting, conference, convention, or special event. Visit Fairfax is not only committed to helping you find the perfect meeting venue but also has the expertise within our team to make that happen. Our proximity to Washington, D.C. ,

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Conferences that Work

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

Brand X’s Property in Somewhere, USA is a client of ours, and I am working on an influencer campaign to help promote Property Z’s event spaces as ideal venues for conferences and corporate meetings. Read the full article at Conferences That Work. One (1) complimentary breakfast. One (1) complimentary dinner.

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Convene by PCMA

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

convention centers used criteria generally understood as key to site selection: exhibition space, meeting rooms, total space, distance from the airport, hotel availability, meal price, arts/entertainment, food availability, and walkability. Kadampully was referring to “a friendly and well-prepared customer-service staff” at the venue.

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Blue Spark Event Design

MARCH 13, 2024

Mastering return on investment (ROI) with corporate conferences involves more than just organizing an event; it requires a comprehensive approach that begins with meticulous planning, continues through strategic execution, and culminates in the thorough measurement of outcomes. need help with audio visual? to its expenses.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 19, 2024

Rhanee Palma Rising global temperatures impact not only the health and safety of participants, but meeting design and site-selection strategies, said Rhanee Palma, CDME, operations and events manager for the Davis, California–based UC Davis Air Quality Research Center (AQRC).

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 9, 2021

For most associations, hosting meetings and conferences fall into their regular operations. For in-person events, Smith thinks that big venues can be part of the solution. “A Companies with mandates to regulate their emissions may prioritize holding their events at venues and destinations with major sustainability initiatives.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 16, 2023

“So if they have a challenge with cancer, they want to host oncology conferences. If they have a challenge with young people being homeless, they want to host conferences about housing. If they have a challenge with a certain kind of education or skills level, they want to host conferences about that.

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DCI

AUGUST 8, 2023

As the global meetings industry faces mounting environmental and social pressures, details as seemingly mundane as a venue’s food and beverage offerings are increasingly part of the conversation for planners of tomorrow’s meetings. Food and beverage offerings, even for smaller boutique venues, can have a major impact on the environment.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 15, 2023

PCMA offers endless news and articles; educational opportunities and resources; scholarships and opportunities; webinars and events; an annual conference; and more. The topics covered include meetings industry trends, destination spotlights, food and beverage trends, contract negotiation tips, and site selection best practices.

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Blue Spark Event Design

MAY 1, 2024

Phoenix and Scottsdale present an enticing blend of ideal weather, convenient accessibility, diverse accommodation choices, top-notch conference venues, recreational opportunities, culinary delights, and warm hospitality. This compelling mix renders them highly appealing destinations for conferences and events.

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Blue Spark Event Design

JANUARY 31, 2023

Here are the top five reasons to book a food tour in your conference city. Top 5 Reasons to Book a Food Tour in Your Conference City: Taste the Local Cuisine and Cocktails Learn Local History Along the Way It’s a Bonding Experience Great Way to See the City! Your next favorite beer might be from a future conference city! #2:

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Blue Spark Event Design

JANUARY 19, 2024

Meeting organizers are constantly on the lookout for the best hotels in every city (if you need help with site selection and negotiation , let us know!) It boasts stunning landscapes, complemented by charming outdoor event spaces and spacious indoor meeting areas, making it an ideal choice for hosting large conferences.

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Blue Spark Event Design

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Meetings, conferences, trade shows and events are essential for a company’s improvement. Sure, you still need to make decisions, but by hiring an event planner you alleviate the time and money needed to endlessly research, procure, and confirm event elements such as venues, caterers, decorations, and entertainers, etc.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 20, 2023

million square feet of space, the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre features 21 meeting rooms, 12 column-free halls, and more than 1,800 hotel rooms on site. In May, ADNEC hosted the 2023 IATA Ground Handling Conference, which convenes more than 800 leaders from airlines, airports, ground service providers, and manufacturers annually.

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Blue Spark Event Design

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Meeting organizers are constantly on the lookout for the best hotels in every city (if you need help with site selection and negotiation , let us know!). The property is within walking distance of some of Nashville’s best restaurants, music venues, and attractions, making it easy to explore the city. Let us help!

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 22, 2024

That’s the first time we’ve done it for an actual exhibitor,” Hansen said, “not the organizer, nor the venue.” Also part of the calculation is ground transport — how one gets to the airport, the host destination venue, back to the airport, and home. Then we go to the venue and we say, ‘Okay, what data do you have?

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Accessibility — making sure those with physical and cognitive disabilities, as well as those with dietary restrictions can fully enjoy everything a conference has to offer — is a key part planning. Mobility — Is there accessible parking near the venue? Does the venue have secure ramps and elevators?

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Blue Spark Event Design

MAY 29, 2024

The Whys: Stunning Natural Beauty World-Class Accommodations Unique Meeting Venues Rich Cultural Experiences Adventure and Leisure Activities Accessibility Excellent Hospitality Safety and Security Culinary Delights Getting There Most incentive groups will likely arrive in St. Need help with site selection? Kitts to choose from.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 4, 2023

CM Event Solutions — formerly known as Conference Managers — aims to create exceptional events by connecting people through meaningful experiences. Flexibility and Customization Whether it’s a small private gathering or a large conference, CM has the resources and expertise to scale its services according to a group’s unique needs.

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Convene by PCMA

MAY 23, 2024

I am looking for some guidance on how to work with a conference hotel that is selling rooms over your event dates at a lower rate than your hotel block,” Carrie Renuart , director, conferences and events for ARMA International, wrote to the Catalyst community. “We Here’s a sampling from a recent Catalyst discussion. “I

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 29, 2022

To Palma, now CEO of Sacramento-based site-selection and hospitality consulting firm Palma & Co, Oakland and NACIVT seemed like a perfect fit. That seems to be the magic formula — when you can make sure that your city complements the mission” of an organization’s conference or event, Palma said. “I This is what events do.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 15, 2023

PCMA offers endless news and articles; educational opportunities and resources; scholarships and opportunities; webinars and events; an annual conference; and more. The topics covered include meetings industry trends, destination spotlights, food and beverage trends, contract negotiation tips, and site selection best practices.

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Blue Spark Event Design

AUGUST 10, 2022

The tasks of manipulating the guest manifest to make the best use of passenger wait times and keeping costs within the conference budget can often work against each other. Many times, planners will start a conference with a destination-focused welcome reception. Dine-Arounds. Entertainment. Offsite Events.

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Blue Spark Event Design

JUNE 26, 2023

You’d think it’d be a no-brainer, but often an outdoor venue is selected based on its ‘photogenic-ness’ instead of the reality of the destination’s climate. Our northern clients will often rush to be outside. However, northern summer patterns of 80-90 degrees without humidity do not equal Florida’s 80-90 degrees with humidity.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 10, 2024

According to The state of in-person B2B conferences report , 80.4% of organizers believe in-person conferences will become increasingly critical to their organization’s success in the coming years! Our team creates stress-free conferences and events with a positive impact; allowing our clients to resonate with their audience.

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Blue Spark Event Design

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

It can be overwhelming to planners when the executive team says, “Find the best location for our next event (insert also conference, incentive trip, board retreat, etc.)!”. Also consider your event agenda; will guests have enough free time to take advantage of venue or nearby offerings? Event Goals. Why is this crucial? Fill out a.

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Blue Spark Event Design

JANUARY 7, 2021

Meeting venues surround prime entertainment locations within steps of Cabo San Lucas’s exhilarating nightlife and waterfront dining. Why We Love It: Situated on the Pacific side of Mexico, which is more mountainous with deep blue waters, Los Cabos teems with over 45 hotels and more than 11,000 rooms.

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Blue Spark Event Design

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Meeting venues surround prime entertainment locations within steps of Cabo San Lucas’s exhilarating nightlife and waterfront dining. Why We Love It. Situated on the Pacific side of Mexico, which is more mountainous with deep blue waters, Los Cabos teems with over 45 hotels and more than 11,000 rooms.

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MeetingsNet

MAY 18, 2023

Upset that a Philadelphia property is hosting the far-right Moms for Liberty conference, three Pennsylvania legislators took up their concerns with the hotel’s GM. For meeting professionals, the situation is a good reminder of several site-selection and risk-management best practices. Industry lawyer Joshua L. Grimes, Esq.

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