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Case Study: Oakland Style Steers the Narrative

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The event aimed to focus on the positive characteristics of Oakland, such as its vibrant artistic culture and thriving culinary scene, instead of accepting a negative narrative involving crime in the area that the city is often stereotyped with. Visit Oakland invited visitors to stay and enjoy everything The Town has to offer.

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Dishing 2019’s Hot F&B Trends for Groups

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No big surprise, but hotels will double-down on bringing local culture to the ballrooms and conference centers, in everything from pop-up action stations and food trucks to curated experiences led by local chefs and producers. Of course, this being fashion, the entire notion could disappear with the next issue of Harper’s Bazaar.”.

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New and Renovated: Redesigning Luxury

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Artistic New Hotels Open Across the Globe at the Intersection of Destination and Hospitality Picture it: a luxurious hotel in a stunning destination boasting vibrant culture, mouth-watering local cuisine and all the amenities and facilities a guest could want. Seems to have it all, right?

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Make Your Events More Theatrical – #EventIcons Episode 141

Endless Events

Check out the epic resources mentioned in this episode: Lessons from fashion’s free culture – Johanna Blakley talks about what all creative industries can learn from fashion’s free culture. Will Curran of Endless Events ( @itswillcurran ). When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing by Daniel H.

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Aurora James Is Revolutionizing the Fashion Industry

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As the founder of the 15 Percent Pledge organization, a nonprofit that urges major retailers to commit 15 percent of their shelf space to Black-owned fashion and beauty brands, she has achieved tangible results with companies including Sephora, Nordstrom and Bloomingdale’s. A trip to Morocco in 2011 altered that vision.

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October 2018 Power Player: Scott Hermes, President of Irvine Company

Smart Meetings

Hermes has hiring power at Coastal Collection, which encompasses The Resort at Pelican Hill , Fashion Island Hotel and Hotel Irvine. He’ll use Orange County’s beaches , culture, shopping golf, water sports, entertainment and gorgeous weather to attract groups. Hire people smarter than you. Prepare them for success.

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10 Top Literary Oases for Groups—in Hotels!

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The 800 titles are all elegantly placed in refined and minimalist shelves, and arranged in different categories, such as art, culture, architecture, bourbon, Houston and NASA. When owner Jonathan Plutzik bought this property, his goal was to enhance guests experiences with art and culture programs. The Betsy South Beach, Miami.

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