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3 Big Ideas from DMA West’s Education Summit

Smart Meetings

AI, inclusive travel and an engaged workforce were top of mind in Lake Tahoe DMA West took to the new Tahoe Blue Event Center in Stateline, Nevada, this October for its 2023 Education Summit & Vendor Showcase. The event brought together 42 DMOs and 19 vendors, including Smart Meetings. Culture is all about shared norms.

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Hosting at Hispanic Cultural Centers

Smart Meetings

How culture and history elevate events Celebrating cultural heritage, whether one’s own or that of others, is an engaging method to provoke thought and inspiration in attendees at events hosted at venues focused on celebrating various backgrounds. Capitol Cultural Resources The Mexican Cultural Institute of Washington, D.C. ,

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Black History Month Highlights Rich Legacy of Contributions to Hospitality

Smart Meetings

Black History Month is the defining collective of my professional and personal life as I represent many unheard voices in the struggle who were ignored for generations so that I could have the opportunity of higher education, progressive employment and be a respected event service professional among my industry peers.

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Why is DEI Critical to the Hospitality Industry?

Smart Meetings

Participating in this two-year process exposed me to fellow services professionals who seek to make change through the inclusivity movement while connecting with various cultures from our respective communities at large. DEI impacts the hospitality industry with the three pillars: education, inclusive marketing and supplier diversity.”

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Exclusive Guest Column: How to Transform Events with Local Culture

Smart Meetings

By infusing the local culture of a destination into their events, planners can elevate gatherings, leaving attendees with a deeper appreciation and understanding for the place they’re visiting. While Fiesta takes place in April, the city encourages visitors to embrace the spirit of “Fiesta” and its vibrant history and culture year-round.

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Exclusive Guest Column: How to Transform Events with Local Culture

Smart Meetings

By infusing the local culture of a destination into their events, planners can elevate gatherings, leaving attendees with a deeper appreciation and understanding for the place they’re visiting. While Fiesta takes place in April, the city encourages visitors to embrace the spirit of “Fiesta” and its vibrant history and culture year-round.

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Balancing Personalization and Profit: A DMC’s Tightrope Walk in the MICE Industry

ADMEI

They want their events to be Instagram-worthy, culturally immersive, and aligned with their values. DMCs often find themselves in the role of educators, helping clients understand local market conditions and how to allocate their resources strategically. Today's clients crave experiences as unique as their brand DNA.