Smart Meetings

APRIL 3, 2025

Tyra Dyson, CMP, DES Chief Events Strategist, TCD Events & Hospitality See her speak in Smart Start: Better Together: Championing Women in Events. The hospitality and tourism sector is instrumental in driving the global economy. Im most excited about attendees forming deeper connections with a citys community and culture.

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ADMEI

JANUARY 8, 2025

From the moment an event is secured, local vendors, venues, and service providers spring into action. They spark employment across a spectrum of industries, from hospitality to tech. However, the impact of DMCs on local economies is both profound and far-reaching. But the impact doesn't stop there.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 31, 2025

With 98% of the county not directly impacted by the fires, the iconic event venues, world-class hotels, thrilling attractions and diverse neighborhoods the world knows and loves are ready to welcome groups of all sizes, she said. Los Angeles: Events in LA mean access to world-class museums, venues, hotels, theaters, restaurants and more.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 1, 2025

A Commitment to Seamless Experiences Managed by ASM Global, the Pennsylvania Convention Center boasts one million square feet of meeting space and a level of hospitality and service that feels personalized. The venues adaptable spaces provide the flexibility to host everything from massive trade shows to intimate corporate gatherings.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 4, 2025

Building a Data-Driven Culture Technology alone won’t transform ROI; you need organizational buy-in. Additionally, a September 2024 survey revealed that 60% of event professionals include sustainability criteria in their request for proposals (RFPs) for venues.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 28, 2025

Curious how staffing challenges in hospitality might shape events moving forward? Robots Check In: Marriott and LG Tap RobotLAB to Transform Hospitality Marriott International is stepping into the future of hospitality with the help of RobotLAB and LG. Youre not alonenew research shows U.S.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

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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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

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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Smart Meetings

MARCH 5, 2024

A Colorado pop-culture hotel supports women and the LGBTQ community through CSR Innovative ideas and progressive inclusivity are gaining more awareness than ever in the hospitality industry, and sometimes original ideas need the support of an established brand. Q: What inspires you about the hospitality industry?

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 30, 2023

– Katrina Kent, CMP, CMM, vice president of Meetings Management and Event Strategy at Liberty Mutual Insurance Read More : Unlocking the Secrets of a Corporate Planner Developing Team Time and Culture As many offices still utilize a hybrid working arrangement, inter-office interactions among colleagues can be few and far between. “It’s

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

To do so, she will draw from over 25 years of experience in hospitality and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences. Fiona Pinette Fiona Pinette, Wedge Mountain Lodge and Spa Whistler, British Columbia’s newest hospitality debut, Wedge Mountain Lodge and Spa , set to open Nov. 17, 2023, appoints Pinette as Lodge Manager.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2018

The supra, translated “tablecloth,” is a traditional Georgian feast combining all the essential components of East European culture: delicious food, evocative wine, beautiful music, and exceptional hospitality. The venue accommodates 8–17 people. Guests gather around a long table in a Sausalito houseboat.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The need for change in travel and tourism The hospitality industry is continuing its efforts towards improving sustainability, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) with cross-sector discussions and in-person activities. Cultural & Heritage Marketing Council.

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Traveler's Q

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Cultural Activities for Downtime Stone Street provides a perfect escape between meetings with its range of dining spots and historic charm. Modern venues throughout the Financial District host regular industry mixers that create valuable connection opportunities. The historic Bell Federal Building conversion and the dynamic 111 W.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 28, 2024

Composed of 250 cultures, colours, backgrounds and communities, over 6 million Torontonians of different values and insights come together to mix and remix new perspectives and ideas. Toronto owes much of its success to this diverse mosaic of cultures to cultivate a space to collaborate, experiment and initiate new and engaging experiences.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 12, 2024

In this role, she will position and sell the greater Madison area and its meeting facilities as a national destination to national accounts with an emphasis on culturally diverse groups, organizations and associations. Aguilar Bultman joined Destination Madison in 2022 as partnership development manager.

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The MICE Blog

JULY 3, 2024

Gallen, Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences (OST), and the Cantonal Hospital of St. Gallen, Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences (OST), Empa, and the Cantonal Hospital of St. Here are the venues available for hosting events in St. Olma Messen St.Gallen The largest venue in Eastern Switzerland.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

It’s a cultural fit.” DeWitt suggests checking out the free National Network Hospitality page. “If the salesperson doesn’t understand the requirements, that’s an indication that this property may not be the right fit,” she says with a twinkle of experience in her planner’s eye. “It’s Still have questions?

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Smart Meetings

MAY 2, 2024

The most expensive hotel renovation ever seen marks the venue’s 25th anniversary The Venetian Resort Las Vegas is celebrating a $1.5 billion reinvestment project, said to be the most expensive redo in hospitality history, including a grand slew of property-wide renovations, new programming and fresh culinary additions.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Venues around the world reveal groundbreaking debuts Pioneering venues make the meeting world go round. Luxury like you so far have only imagined pops up in new and renovated hotels and venues in Tokyo, coastal Mexico and London. The 14-story boutique hotel offers 86 spacious guest rooms and suites.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 19, 2024

In addition, guests can enjoy world class dining venues and Rosewood’s integrative Asaya Spa, with an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, eight treatment rooms and a state-of-the-art fitness center. The property stands in Foshan’s key cultural and commercial hub, Lingnan Tiandi, in the city’s Chancheng district.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 24, 2022

Smart Meetings one-day Regional Experience took the personalized meetings to Arlington, Texas, for VIP access to a venue full of special spaces. Culture Shock. Martin is known as the Culture Architect for his work consulting companies—including hospitality companies—on strategic steps to empower change. Daren Martin.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Greater Miami is a top-notch destination for sustainable meetings Miami is known for its glittering beaches, dynamic culture and number of luxurious resorts. Green Miami Hotels and Venues Greater Miami boasts a number of LEED-certified healthy, efficient and cost-saving hotels. Anything on the water remains a classic.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 7, 2021

“The hospitality industry specifically is one of the few industries that is being required to do contact tracing. Or is it the venue? And I think second to that, the venue holds a big part of this because restrictions are restrictions. And in this, they are joined by the guests, the venue, and, to some extent, the planner.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 1, 2023

The city is built on a collection of diverse communities that thrives on economic, innovative, and cultural inspiration and is open to embracing rising talent and opportunities. Exhibition Place is a leading green venue and has been ranked in numerous awards and accolades for its sustainability efforts.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 12, 2023

As one of the first markets where Hilton sought to expand, this location in Abilene holds close Hilton’s special spirit of hospitality that will make your event a cherished experience for your guests. 150 guest hales, traditional Hawaiian structures, are arranged across several crescents around the resort to embody Hawaii’s cultural heritage.

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Redfin

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Both cities offer warm weather, beautiful beaches, and diverse cultural experiences, but each has its unique character. In this Redfin article, we’ll break down real estate, job markets, cost of living, and culture to help you decide which Florida city is the best fit for your next move.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 10, 2022

They are looking for venues and practices that are earth-friendly and give back to the culture they are packing a bag to visit. Chicago is sometimes called the most American of American cities because of its unique history, local culture and ethnic-melting-pot character. Continue reading…. 3: Illinois (Chicago). 5: Florida.

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Traveler's Q

JUNE 29, 2023

DMCs are seasoned professionals who have extensive knowledge of the local culture, traditions, and customs. First, consider where the hotel is located in relation to your event venue and other points of interest – a convenient location can save your guests time and minimize travel expenses.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Louis Union Station,” Todd Hotaling, vice president of revenue and marketing at Lodging Hospitality Management, says. It reopened as a venue and hotel in 1985, and has remained a mainstay of downtown St. For Hutton it is about blending the old with the new, as well as sharing the culture and energy Denver has to offer.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 23, 2021

They discussed how to bring DEI into your next meeting, questions you may not be asking and the reality of hospitality employment demographics. Reach] out to your human resources or culture keepers to find out what employee resource groups may want to lend support to the planning efforts,” she suggested. “[Ask] Bringing Belongingness.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Dean suggested a co-management arrangement with the venue and the destination. Dean added that partnering with a destination to inject local culture in every aspect of the event from site inspection to keynote and closing ceremony is the fast track to helping attendees see the affair as a must-attend in-person event.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Non-Traditional Venues Muir, Autograph Collection Our teams have received increasing requests for nontraditional venues, outdoor setups and reimagined creative spaces. At Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa , attendees can connect with water—and with each other—through the resort’s ʻauʻaukai ceremony.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

When John Walsh, general manager of The National Conference Center, started preparing the legacy Leesburg, Virginia, meetings venue for its newest clients, he knew he was in for a life and palate-changing experience. The center has also repurposed some of their outdoor space to become a soccer field and there is even an on-site hospital.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Accor Survey: “Meeting Expectations: The Future of Meetings & Events” World-leading hospitality group Accor operates a diverse hospitality group of over 40 hotel brands, from luxury to economy. They offers experiences in over 110 countries with 5,500 properties, 10,000 food and beverage venues, wellness facilities and workspaces.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Looking for an out-of-the-ordinary, nature-heavy venue option? In a Landmark Moment for Outdoor Hospitality, Marriott Acquires Postcard Cabins Brand Marriott International Inc. Want to stay ahead of the curve when selecting a destination for your next meeting? Consider a fabulous new option nestled in the capital of Armenia.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

Embracing the metropolitan hubbub of their surroundings, a few new venues rise above the rest. Hotel Julian, Chicago Bringing renewed life to a previously neglected building on Chicago’s Michigan Ave, this new property is infused with the best flavors of Chicago, and aims to blend modern design and energy with warmth and hospitality.

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