Smart Meetings

AUGUST 5, 2024

Pioneering hospitality leaders forged new paths to top of LA hotel world The hospitality landscape in Los Angeles is filled with bold female leaders brave enough to break away from the Mad Men norm to bring their unique leadership styles forward for the benefit of their organizations, the industry and future hospitality professionals. We asked a quartet of these pioneers how they got their start, what has changed and what is next.

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Motivation Excellence

AUGUST 5, 2024

There’s nothing like an anniversary that gets you to look back and forward at the same time. We celebrate 39 years in the incentive industry in September. David Jobes was part of that history for 32 years, until he passed away in July. Our company will remain owned by the Jobes family. In a recent company-wide meeting they expressed their commitment to the company, calling the team a second family, and saying the company is stronger than ever as two members of the leadership team step up to run

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 5, 2024

At a recent conference for business-event planners, executives from four hotel-ownership companies sat on stage and presented the ugly truth: Costs for just about every element of group events are up a lot compared to pre-pandemic days. What’s more, those executives say that today’s elevated rates are not a temporary blip, but rather the foundation for future prices.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 5, 2024

New research suggests that as more writers use AI to help create stories, their writing “would become less unique as a whole and more similar to each other,” the study’s authors wrote. Valerie Sumner, founder and principal at VRS Meetings & Events, Inc., is an enthusiastic user of AI platforms , including Spark AI and ChatGPT, for a long list of event-related analyses and tasks.

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TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 5, 2024

Restaurant group offers lesson in setting standards for quality, culture and service Steve Pettus True hospitality starts with making a friend, according to the Brennan philosophy of running world-class New Orleans restaurants. Culinary matriarch Miss Ella and her siblings, Dorothy (“Dottie”), Dick and John Brennan, understood that when they took over at landmark Commander’s Palace restaurant in the Garden District in 1974.

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Bizzaboo

AUGUST 5, 2024

Event organizers often struggle to engage their audiences. This challenge is perhaps even more difficult in virtual settings, where distractions are plentiful and traditional methods of engagement fall short. Good news: Event gamification — or incorporating game-like elements such as points, leaderboards, and rewards into events — can be a compelling solution to this challenge.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 5, 2024

Last year, event professionals told us that they are feeling simultaneously anxious and excited about the future of the business events industry. What’s changed? By spending around 10 minutes to complete our survey, you can help us demonstrate the strengths and challenges of the events industry, uncover trends going forward, and underscore just how you make events of all kinds work.

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EHL Insights

AUGUST 5, 2024

This article was written as part of HFTP Digital Horizons 360 Symposium in Palma de Mallorca and also appeared in the inaugural issue of HFTPs magazine TechFin Hospitality. As technology is becoming gradually more important in hospitality, the industry is facing a significant challenge: a shortage of skilled IT professionals capable of navigating the complexities of modern day technology.

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Redfin

AUGUST 5, 2024

Huntsville, Alabama, is affectionately known as the “Rocket City” for its close association with U.S. space missions. Its downtown area is a neighborhood showcasing a vibrant mix of nightlife and attractions that make the dynamic area a great place to spend a night out on the town. So whether you are a Huntsville native or a prospective resident looking to explore the pros and cons of living in the area, here’s a guide with attractions curated by our local experts to help you discover the

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Stova

AUGUST 5, 2024

Welcome to "The Ultimate Guide to Profitable & Engaging Sales Kickoffs," a must-read for event professionals aiming to energize and unify their sales teams. Sales kickoffs (SKOs) are pivotal events that blend learning, networking, inspiration, and fun to equip salespeople with the tools they need to achieve their goals. This guide serves as your comprehensive roadmap to planning successful SKOs in 2025 and beyond, offering insights whether you're a seasoned veteran or new to the industry.

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The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.

Redfin

AUGUST 5, 2024

Congratulations! You’re only a few more steps away from closing on your new home. But before you can officially close, there’s one last step: pay closing costs. Closing costs are the fees and expenses associated with finalizing a real estate transaction and transferring ownership of a property from the seller to the buyer. If you’re feeling unprepared or overwhelmed, don’t worry.

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Special Events

AUGUST 5, 2024

Gala Award-receiving event was a regal affair

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Redfin

AUGUST 5, 2024

Buying a new home is an exciting and big decision, whether it’s your first home or your third. But before you dive too deep into furniture shopping, picking out new colors for your bathroom, or re-designing your backyard, you’ll want to budget for closing costs. Closing costs are the fees and expenses associated with finalizing a real estate transaction and transferring ownership of a property from the seller to the buyer.

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Gavel International

AUGUST 5, 2024

Reading Time: 5 minutes The advancement of existing technology and the unveiling of new technology seem to move at the speed of light these days. While many tools made possible by today’s technology are beneficial, keeping up with it as a business leader can feel daunting. How can you stay ahead of the technology curve to navigate the ever-changing technology landscape?

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Redfin

AUGUST 5, 2024

It’s no secret that buying a home is a significant decision, and there’s a lot more to consider than just the price of the home. Another large expense to consider when you’re buying a home is how much closing costs will be. Closing costs are the fees and expenses associated with finalizing a real estate transaction and transferring ownership of a property from the seller to the buyer.

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