Smart Meetings

JANUARY 17, 2025

The history, culture and wildlife of Southern Africa will be on full display during the expedition, which will feature local guides and experts with specialized backgrounds including geography, conservation, photography and filmmaking.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Today’s events incorporate sensory-friendly areas, quiet zones, and multilingual support, ensuring that each attendee—from the neurodivergent individual to the person managing sensory sensitivities—experiences genuine care. This shift moves us from uniformity to personalization, from “everyone welcome” to “welcome exactly as you are.”

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

But it also includes protecting cultural heritage, promotion of local traditions and biodiversity protection in addition to promoting local gastronomy, labor force development and human rights standards. The uniqueness of Turkey, it’s richness of cultural and historic heritage is in demand, she said. billion in revenue and 62.2

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Smart Meetings

MAY 18, 2023

Tips for expressing appreciation from a former monk What does it mean to have a mindful culture in the workplace? There is nothing more discouraging than putting your heart and soul into a project and the managers or supervisors don’t appreciate the efforts that were undertaken. A paycheck is good, but it’s not always enough.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 4, 2025

From leveraging data analytics to embracing personalization, sustainability, and optimized campaign techniques, these approaches will help you capture more business while demonstrating clear value to stakeholders. Building a Data-Driven Culture Technology alone won’t transform ROI; you need organizational buy-in.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 21, 2022

Sustainability efforts are key to keep the travel and tourism train going. In a report by World Travel & Tourism Council and JLL, “ Destination 2030: Global Cities’ Readiness For Sustainable Tourism Growth ,” the two organizations take a look at the cities making tourism sustainable. million visitors.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 4, 2019

We’re feeling a bit green today, and it’s all thanks to the topic of sustainability in events! Sustainability in events has been covered several times by our team. And they had quite a few bits of wisdom to share when it comes to implementing and promoting sustainability in events. “To innovate, and to create.

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ADMEI

JANUARY 8, 2025

DMCs – The Unsung Heroes of Local Economies 09 January 2025 In the bustling world of tourism and events, there's a remarkable force silently shaping the economic landscapes of destinations worldwide: Destination Management Companies (DMCs).

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 24, 2024

How Canada Is Shaking Up F&B Offerings In this piece, Smart Meetings Managing Editor Kate Zaliznock highlights Canadas innovative approach to food and beverage. The countrys F&B industry emphasizes sustainability, local sourcing and unique culinary experiences that reflect regional culture.

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The MICE Blog

MARCH 27, 2025

Held in Amsterdam, this event for the Alliance of Independent Travel Agencies (AER) brought together 500 travel agencies and 400 specialized tour operators, with a large portion focused on sustainable travel. About AER AER is an alliance of 500 travel agencies and 400 specialized tour operators, many of whom focus on sustainable travel.

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Gavel International

MARCH 17, 2025

Reading Time: 4 minutes Youre likely aware of the recommended facets of company culture like inclusion, recognition and respect. All three of these components play a crucial role in engaging and motivating employees, which are among the most critical benefits of a positive workplace culture.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Thiago Araujo Thiago Araujo, BCD Meetings & Events BCD Meetings & Events welcomes Araujo as global sustainability director. He brings over 15 years of experience working at the intersection of sustainability, business development and strategic leadership.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 2, 2022

California innovators are actively inventing a more sustainable future in and out of the ballroom. It is a model for a sustainable economic future. Let’s look at the legacy of sustainable innovation, where it is going next and what it means for meeting professionals. Sustainable Meeting. A Green Legacy.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 7, 2024

How planners can take part culture of conservation, environmental sustainability and positive impact at a sought-after destination June 8 is World Ocean Day. Read More: Sustainability as a Practice Get to Know Michelle Liu—and The Bahamian Waters The Bahamas is known for its crystal blue water and life-filled coral reefs.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 1, 2025

Plan with Confidence Elevating Excellence: Why Meeting Planners Are Choosing the Pennsylvania Convention Center With over one million square feet of saleable space and the largest ballroom in the northeast, the Pennsylvanian Convention Center offers meeting planners an unbeatable blend of scale, service, and sustainability.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 3, 2025

Travel empowers attendees, and by immersing them in the local culture and community, we can offer a comprehensive conference experience that truly embodies the essence of the destination. Im most excited about attendees forming deeper connections with a citys community and culture. What makes the meetings and events industry special?

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Solimar International

JULY 18, 2023

The best opportunity to address both concerns is to invest in sustainable management for natural parks, which have especially vulnerable ecosystems. As such, it should be our top priority to maintain these protected areas for future generations by making sure they are managed with sustainability in mind.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Breaking down the company’s recent sustainability strategy International exhibition and convention center ExCel London is a carbon-neutral venue and an advocate for the path towards green meetings. Recently, the company debuted a comprehensive sustainability strategy. At over 100,000 sq. In 2022, the center was the first U.K.

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Traveler's Q

MAY 23, 2024

In an era where the environmental impact of our choices comes under increasing scrutiny, sustainable travel has moved from a niche consideration to a necessary approach for both leisure and business travelers. This guide delves into the practical steps to effectively integrate sustainability into your travel plans.

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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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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Sustainable tourism is vital. That’s the principle that guided Tourisme Montréal’s proactive sustainability strategy, one that helped it maintain its first place in North America on the 2023 Global Destination Sustainability Index. Look for venues with stringent commitments to sustainability.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2024

Rogers takes on the role of general manager. Throughout his years in the industry, he has worked across many departments including front desk, housekeeping, food & beverage, accounting and more, and has established a reputation for collaborative work budget creation, improving service scores and building strong cultures.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 6, 2024

We also seek to offer menus that represent local cuisine and culture to create a sense of place for our guests, allowing guests to walk away with an experience, as well as stories unique to the destination. SM: What are some innovative approaches to considerations such as sustainability, diet preferences, and local history?

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The MICE Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Back in July, I hosted a week-long Instagram Live series with Heidi Legein, Managing Director at The MICE Guru , a destination management company (DMC) based in Norway. Heidi mostly does incentives for mid- to high-level management, which are often multi-destination experiences. But what is an incentive?

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Smart Meetings

JULY 18, 2022

The program enables individual attendees to select and plant endemic and native trees as part of the center’s conservation program, Hoomalo—which translates to “to conserve or manage wisely.”. Putting Sustainability in Action. Read More: How IMEX Frankfurt Answered Critical Questions for a Sustainable Event.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Smart Meetings sat down with experts Cathy Diem, director of sales for financial and insurance accounts at Hilton Worldwide, Katrina Kent, CMP, CMM vice president of Meetings Management and Event Strategy (MMES) team at Liberty Mutual Insurance and Jennifer C. Standing Behind Sustainability The focus on sustainability starts at the RFP level.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 18, 2024

In-market managing directors for countries all over the world reported on trends in consumer sentiment, government policies and all-important airlift limitations. They are looking for immersive, unique cultural experiences. Focus on sporting culture and experiences she suggested to lure them to the U.S.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 13, 2024

For over 8,000 years wine has played a central role in fostering connection, business and culture. Wine is deeply intertwined with culture and history. The wine industry itself leads in many areas crucial to us as event professionals, including hospitality, sustainability , and fostering diversity and belonging. Taste the wines.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 16, 2022

Canadian Association of Tour Operators (CATO) recently publicized a partnership with Tourism Cares , a non-profit organization focused on sustainability in travel and tourism. Partnerships like this will help meeting professionals, as the entire industry gravitates towards more sustainable travel. . What is Sustainable Tourism?

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EHL Insights

OCTOBER 15, 2024

What’s holding hotels back from doing more than basic eco-friendly gestures, like reusing towels or reducing plastic, and embracing sustainable hospitality by adopting a green culture into their business? This article takes inspiration from a recent publication by Dr. Laura Zizka et al.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 19, 2024

Rojas joins as assistant general manager. He brings over 25 years of experience across finance, events and facility management. He most recently served as general manager with Jackson Convention Complex and the Oklahoma City Convention Center. Mitchell joins SCC as assistant director of event services.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 13, 2025

Last fall, when students participated in an educational competition during the X-Culture International Business Symposium, they were tasked with coming up with ideas for a challenge that will sound all too familiar to event organizers: prove the economic, social and cultural impact a major event can bring to a city.

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ADMEI

DECEMBER 2, 2024

This precarious balancing and juggling act perfectly encapsulates the challenge Destination Management Companies (DMCs) face in today's Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) industry. They want their events to be Instagram-worthy, culturally immersive, and aligned with their values.

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ETC Corporate

JULY 22, 2021

As a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic, coupled with ongoing challenges posed by climate change and ensuring sustainability, tourism globally is in a critical period of transition. Challenge of sustainability and climate change. Each of the objectives contributes to several of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Red Dot Representations officially partnered with Hayleys Travels, Sri Lanka’s leading destination management company (DMC) and part of the country’s largest conglomerate, Hayleys Group. Their commitment to sustainable tourism and delivering authentic experiences aligns perfectly with our values.

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Redfin

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Housing in Portland Portland’s housing market offers a blend of urban and neighborhood living, with a strong focus on community and sustainable development. Known for its unique culture and commitment to green spaces, Portland offers a dynamic and accessible housing market with options for a range of lifestyles.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 16, 2022

There simply aren’t enough cars to meet corporate demand,” says Sesilia Kalss, senior consulting manager of Global Business Consulting for American Express Global Business Travel (GBT) in the company’s latest white paper, Business Travel in 2022. This growth will include more involvement from travel managers.

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