Smart Meetings

AUGUST 6, 2024

Many Canadian vendors have focused on elevated food and beverage options to stand out in an increasingly competitive global market for meetings and events. Smart Meetings spoke with representatives of Canada’s top vendors about the positive evolution of F&B.

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Endless Events

MAY 31, 2022

And not for the better: event planners are finding it increasingly hard to hire reliable and experienced vendors at a reasonable price. Culture First, Skills Second. ” “Hire for culture first and skill second,” agrees Will. Now, event technology labor that IS left is all very busy.

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Eventbrite

JUNE 24, 2022

And catering trucks are flexible, so they’re a wise option for events that take place outdoors, such as art fairs and cultural celebrations. The post How Food Truck Vendors Can Draw a Crowd to Your Attraction appeared first on Eventbrite Blog. People love mobile restaurants — some food trucks even have a loyal base of followers.

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Motivation Excellence

MARCH 28, 2025

Including preferred vendors, adding small group session options and organization product demonstrations will highlight how your business is able to put all the pieces in place for easy one-stop-shopping and support. Cultural Experiences Incentive travelers like to feel immersed in their travel experience.

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Endless Events

APRIL 26, 2019

Ideally, your AV company should be one of the first vendors you hire. Knowing your budget will allow your vendor to make suggestions that will work best for your goals and your budget. This will allow the vendors to speak to each other, alleviating you of playing the middle-man. To avoid this ask about their culture!

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Smart Meetings

MAY 23, 2023

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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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

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. Their free option offers guidelines, a sustainable gatherings program guide and a preferred vendors list. But did you also know that Miami is leading the way in sustainability?

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Endless Events

JANUARY 7, 2021

If you show up to a wedding with 300 people right now, you’ve just assumed some liability as far as my mind is concerned” Responsibility In Events: Vendors. But what about the vendors? And I know vendors that would do it. And in this, they are joined by the guests, the venue, and, to some extent, the planner.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 20, 2023

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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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Leadership and internal culture the majority of comments in this area reflect frustration with leadership, lack of direction, and micromanagement. Venue sourcing venue affordability, availability, and inflexible hotel staff contribute to the frustration of event planners.

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Endless Events

JUNE 13, 2022

If you are looking for a venue that will give your attendees a sense of the local culture , this is the perfect Phoenix venue for you as it also houses local restaurants, coffee shops, and retail shops. They also allow working with outside vendors and bringing your custom signage.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The World Culture Festival (WCF) had booked the National Mall, a National Park Service Property, as its venue for Sept. The World Culture Festival 2023 A performance at the World Culture Festival 2023 Each year, the Art of Living Foundation organizes the World Culture Festival. 29 to Oct 1.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 25, 2024

A Citywide With a Purpose While the emphasis will be once again on empowering attendees with education about how to manage events more efficiently, it will roll out against the backdrop of a city steeped in deep cultural and historic heritage and a fun San Antonio Riverwalk option for getting out and about.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 5, 2023

Photo by Visit Temecula As the first region of Europa Village open to the public, Executive Chef Hany Ali is excited for the expansion, the potential of the village and collaborating with local chefs and vendors in Temecula. Nowhere else can you find three cultures in walking distance,” says Ali. “We

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Smart Meetings

JULY 26, 2024

Different generations want different things While a tropical getaway is often a sure bet, many younger professionals say they want to step out of their comfort zones and experience new cultures. Transparency is an asset when negotiating with vendors Incentive packages have greatly improved over the years in both quality and customization.

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Eventbrite

JUNE 24, 2022

And catering trucks are flexible, so they’re a wise option for events that take place outdoors, such as art fairs and cultural celebrations. People love mobile restaurants — some food trucks even have a loyal base of followers. No wonder adding […].

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ADMEI

DECEMBER 2, 2024

They want their events to be Instagram-worthy, culturally immersive, and aligned with their values. Strategic Partnerships : Cultivate relationships with local vendors, which can lead to unique offerings without breaking the bank. Today's clients crave experiences as unique as their brand DNA.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Featuring local specialties also provides a platform for showcasing the unique culture of the destination. Planners can also get creative with the stations and bring in popular local vendors to further provide a localized flair, such as gourmet churros, cookies made from a popular nearby bakery and much more.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 12, 2024

Miraval’s Wellbeing Retreats foster a culture centered on wellbeing and self-care and provide an environment that enhances leadership skills and empowers individuals to thrive personally and professionally.” Whether guests, employees, vendor partners, or friends; I do my best to show genuine hospitality.

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Motivation Excellence

AUGUST 19, 2024

Among many other things, she has a hand in quoting our creative services, purchasing supplies, working with print vendors and organizing mailings out of our on-site warehouse. She coordinated with both internal teams and external vendors to keep the flow of work right on schedule. Debbie is one of our jill-of-all-trades team members.

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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. Also, if you’re taking steps to be socially sound and helping the community by collaborating with local vendors, let that be known too.

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ADMEI

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

How Corporate Events Impact Your Reputation as a Company 22 November 2023 You know your company culture inside and out, from familiarity with your own internal language to easily reciting the values your organization holds. When check-in lines are long and slow, itineraries are confusing, or vendors are understaffed, guests take note.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

And one of the things that came out of these debriefs is the realization of the reach vendors could possibly have. We’ve always kept vendors out of the virtual space because we couldn’t figure out how that would monetize for them.” So yes, these things will keep pushing virtual to be a thing.

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ADMEI

AUGUST 27, 2024

Not only does this activity provide sustenance, but it also offers a rich, multisensory experience that connects attendees with the local culture. They can be powerful tools for team building, cultural immersion, and even metaphorical learning experiences. This is where Destination Management Companies (DMCs) prove invaluable.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 18, 2023

Building diverse cultures will help to recruit and retain diverse Gen Z audiences who are the most racially and ethnically diverse. This may mean starting early to get more vendors vetted but could result in more meaningful interactions. Setting people up to feel as if they truly belong is a strategic advantage, DeShields explained.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 23, 2021

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] Secondly, who are your vendors, suppliers, partners and speakers for your event? “Does your planning team reflect the community and audience that you are serving?”

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Smart Meetings

JULY 24, 2024

This forces you to consider, ‘Okay, what vendors am I going to use, how am I really going to give entrepreneurs and small business the opportunity to benefit?’” The level of showmanship was one thing; the production’s ability to immerse the ballroom of attendees into a central aspect of Tampa’s local culture brought it to the next level.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Soon enough you find yourself complacent not really thinking about why you’re hiring vendors and choosing the same ones over and over. We know when you find a great vendor you want to stick with them! You want to make sure you are still happy with the vendor’s services and getting what you deserve.

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Endless Events

APRIL 27, 2018

This guide contains tips to make sure this doesn’t happen, covering various topics from health and weather to culture. They can draft the goals of the software project and who will talk with potential vendors. Aside from the risks of travel itself, going abroad can be a bit risky if you’re not careful.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 16, 2021

“It’s the company culture that I’m a part of,” she explains. As long as they’re communicating, of course” Will agrees and offers the perspective of vendors, too. ” Vendors Vs. Partners. Being a partner and not just a vendor requires you to be very much on the same page.”

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

An expanded exposition floor at Mandalay Bay Convention Center was brimming with activity Tuesday as an estimated 10,000 people flowed through hosted buyer appointments, education sessions and nearly 400 booths representing more than 180 countries, venues, technology vendors and suppliers. And almost a third were new since 2021.

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ADMEI

JANUARY 3, 2024

Most industries have associations and organizations that do just that: provide community and belonging, offer training and support, and strive to improve industry conditions and culture. Potential customers and vendors alike will see membership in a reputable organization as a kind of quality assurance.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 30, 2024

The Host Committee’s goal is to maximize opportunities surrounding the Super Bowl to drive lasting social, cultural, and economic impact across the region. SM: How does it feel to be leading such a huge first-time event in Las Vegas?

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 15, 2024

Read More: What to Expect at Cvent Connect in San Antonio Attendees experienced the culture with a “Neon Rodeo” at Smoke Skybar, indoor-outdoor venue featuring BBQ, beer and live music, and Lone Star Jam at The Espee live entertainment venue a block from San Antonio’s Pearl restaurant and brewery district.

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ADMEI

MARCH 13, 2024

DMCs and hosts can implement inclusive language and signage to foster a welcoming environment, incorporating cultural sensitivity into event themes and activities. DMCs provide valuable assistance in every area, from local expertise to cost-effective vendor and venue bookings.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Destinos India’s regional offices, hotels and local vendors kept client objectives in mind to create a rich experience for all attendees, creating an experience that included authentic sightseeing, attendance at India’s first music show, jeep safaris and more. Excellence in Incentive Travel: Europe. Client: Michelin USA.

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