Smart Meetings

MARCH 14, 2025

Kaytlin Dangaran Kaytlin Dangaran, Elior North America Dining & Events Dangaran is promoted to corporate chef of dining and events at Elior North America Dining & Events , a global leader in food service. An active member of industry organizations including PCMA, MPI and SITE, she has also served as the president of Destination Reps.

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Dana Communications

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

We touched on this concept in Pop Culture Tourism and noted its continuing popularity in 12 Travel Trends Making Moves in 2024. Many of the country’s otherworldly arid landscapes starred as fictional planetary locations in the Star Wars films – and the Discover Tunisia website has a dedicated page promoting them all.

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The MICE Blog

MARCH 27, 2025

After the main contact left the DMC, communication was initially bumpy, leaving the organization without a Saturday evening venue. Analysis showed a combination of cultural differences in eating habits, miscalculation by the hotel, and long travel without warm food led to the dilemma. At IMEX Koepelkerk venue was recommended.

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Traveler's Q

JULY 4, 2024

Uniting Through Diversity Imagine an event where every culture is celebrated, every voice is heard, and everyone feels included. The Importance of Embracing Cultural Diversity in Event Planning In today’s globalized world, cultural diversity is not just a buzzword—it’s a vital element of successful event planning.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Araujo will work to formalize the organizations sustainability mission, leading the companys global sustainability strategy by aligning operations with environmental and social goals, driving climate urgency initiatives, advancing sustainable partnerships, delivering comprehensive training and implementing sustainability into company culture.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 15, 2025

Pivarnik previously held executive roles at the Tulsa Regional Chamber and is credited with uniting multiple organizations under one successful regional strategy. Kimberly Simone has been promoted to vice president of sales and marketing at Mohegan Sun. She also previously directed marketing for the Grapevine CVB.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

She will build on the resort organization’s people-driven culture to improve the physical and mental wellness culture throughout the organization using data-driven solutions. Brittney Cobb Brittney Cobb, INNOV8 Meetings + Events Cobb is promoted to the role of director, global accounts at INNOV8 Meetings + Events.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

15th through the 18th is a collaboration between Tourism Cares, Cultural Heritage Alliance, Inc., Cultural & Heritage Marketing Council. Jones, founder and CEO of Cultural Heritage Economic Alliance, Inc. The Power of Partnership Stewardship Summit (POPS) is taking place in Richmond, Virginia, on Oct.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 15, 2024

But before ever rolling on the throttle, I was introduced to The Boot Campaign , an organization founded by five Texas women with a mission to provide support and services to active duty military, veterans and their families. It was a concept we decided to adopt and promote through a “Cause Business” alliance we named “2 Guys Doing Good.”

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

” My passion for international travel has afforded me various opportunities to invite planners to explore events filled with New Orleans’ flavor and culture all while exposing attendees to menu options that they may not have realized meet their budgets. How can the industry do more to promote diversity?

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Smart Meetings

JULY 19, 2024

Experience design offers a real and unique opportunity to foster cultures of belonging, addressing many organizational challenges and goals. Research shows that teams with a strong sense of belonging perform 56% better, and individuals who feel belonging receive more promotions and raises, thriving both personally and professionally.

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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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The MICE Blog

JULY 8, 2024

Its motto is ‘House of open culture, inspiration through diversity, a place of encounter.’ Residenz’ since February 2022: The Neubad apartment serves as a retreat for creative and sociocultural short and long stays, actively promoting art and networking. We took the cogwheel train from Vitznau directly to the final station, Rigi Kulm.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 10, 2021

Pre-pandemic (also known as the era in which I wore hard pants every day), I partnered with Packard Group to develop the six components of culture to assist organizations in improving their recruitment and retention efforts. Let’s take each component one at a time: Culture. Stay with me here. Jess Pettitt.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

ACVB has also promoted Laws to the role of director of sales. He brings over a decade of experience in the luxury hospitality industry and a dedication to creating a culture of well-being, diversity, equity and inclusion. Cosgrave is promoted to the role of vice president of account management. and New Orleans.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 29, 2024

Bree DiBernardo Bree DiBernardo, The Gant The Gant promotes DiBernardo to the position of director of sales. LyLy Nguyen LyLy Nguyen, ACVB Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) promotes Nguyen to the role of data and analytics manager. She will now lead the Aspen resort’s sales efforts and strategic initiatives.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 6, 2022

Culture , a business management consulting firm focused on leadership and culture development. She is a past-chair of Destinations International, the international trade association for destination marketing organizations. Culture to bring everyone together with a unified voice. “I western region.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Workplace culture can sometimes lead us to believe that these harmful states are simply the price we pay for a lucrative or successful work life. Addressing Stress Even before the pandemic, the World Health Organization had recognized burnout as a diagnosable medical condition. What if I told you this was a false dichotomy?

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 30, 2024

This is driven by sustainability concerns, cost efficiency and a focus on local community support and cultural preservation. Event Marketing Roles : Specialists who promote and market events to target audiences. Use tools like Slack or Trello to stay organized. Respect their need for balance.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 24, 2024

In an era that seems defined by divisive politics, Welsh addressed the continued debate around boycotting destinations when the organization holding and attending the meeting disagrees with politics in that area. Destinations International is not in support of boycotting destinations,” Welsh said.

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Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The post Harnessing cultural heritage as a catalyst for economic growth appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Cultural heritage can be a driving force for economic growth, community pride and identity, opening up opportunities for communities to celebrate, promote and invest in cultural diversity.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 29, 2024

How a holistic approach can boost engagement and focus Too many meetings set participants up for less than productive outcomes with rote agendas or meandering discussions event though research shows that people are motivated by purpose, which leads to better outcomes for both employees and organizations.

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Convene by PCMA

JUNE 26, 2024

In the session he shared practical steps participants can take to promote healthy work environments. On Tuesday at PCMA’s edUcon in Detroit, he shared what he’s learned in a two-part session: “Shifting Leadership Perspectives With Data” and “Creating a Culture of Psychological Safety.” That’s just not reality.

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Solimar International

OCTOBER 14, 2021

They need the support of destination management organizations (DMOs) to help market, manage, succeed. DMO stands for destination management organization, though these are often referred to as destination marketing organizations. What Are the Responsibilities of a Destination Management Organization? But how and why?

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Read More : Weaponization of Travel: Navigating Cultural Obstacle Courses Not long thereafter, they cofounded SocialOffset—the prototype launched at ASAE Annual Meeting in August 2022 and the pilot soft launch was this past January—a nonprofit that provides a socially conscious alternative to event and destination boycotts.

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ITA Group

MAY 18, 2021

6 Ways to Change Your Work Culture. For organizations seeking to become more agile and innovative, culture change is often a must. But culture change can’t be achieved through a mandate. According to PwC, 43% of CHROs plan to focus on reinforcing corporate values to maintain or improve culture.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 12, 2024

Allison Aguilar Bultman Allison Aguilar Bultman, Destination Madison Destination Madison promotes Aguilar Bultman to a brand new sales position: convention sales manager, multicultural markets. Aguilar Bultman joined Destination Madison in 2022 as partnership development manager.

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Dana Communications

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Today’s travelers want to know that the destinations they support follow practices that are ethical on a variety of platforms including environmental, social and cultural. Restaurants are doing their part, morphing menus into a more streamlined selection updated seasonally and sourced from local and organic suppliers.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 9, 2023

These trips help refresh organizational workplace culture to promote company-wide recognition and reinforce the importance of work-life balance. The more an organization focuses on its members’ well-being, the more everyone in the ecosystem benefits. Creating a Successful “Thank You” Trip.

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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. The center is recognized as top-of-class by meeting and event organizers around the world and has hosted over 21,000 events during its four-decade history.

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Dana Communications

AUGUST 8, 2023

By partnering with local charitable organizations, your property and its guests can experience the joy of giving back one vacation or spa treatment at a time. To engage younger demographics, try promoting cause marketing campaigns on social media. DO use social media to promote your charitable cause.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Charleston Area Convention Center Campus is an ideal spot for promoters looking for flexibility in hosting a TedTalk-esque event. Or are you just interested in exploring a new culture? Either way, New Zealand is the nexus of entertainment, culture and nature. Its 76,960 sq. The Shire = New Zealand. Auckland City, New Zealand.

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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. Operators can promote activities in nature and choose eco-friendly hotels. Read More: New Collaborative Course Offers Tips for Easy Sustainable Travel .

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Endless Events

AUGUST 23, 2018

Promote creativity. It doesn’t matter if you’re a large organization or a small start-up or what industry you’re in. Gather your employees for a company event and see these four benefits: Improve Company Culture. Company events are a great way to highlight the company’s core values and culture. Establish Your Culture.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 21, 2023

ExCel’s Sustainability ExCel has established a reputation as an organization committed to doing better for the planet. Over 600 stakeholder representatives attended, including event organizers, exhibitors, employees, visitors, event industry partners and the local community. Read More: The SEPC: Learn to be a Green Planner 3.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

How to incorporate a sense of belonging into the attendee event experience The phrase “sense of belonging” is defined as the psychological feeling of connectedness to a social, spatial, cultural, professional or other type of group or community (Hurtado & Carter, 1997).

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Kate Yordi Kate Yordi, Visit Mesa Visit Mesa , the regional destination marketing organization for Mesa, Arizona, has expanded its team with the promotion of Yordi. He has been continually recognized for his empowering leadership philosophy and ability to create a culture of teamwork, innovation and personalized service.

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