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7 Ways Meeting Profs Can Maintain Their Sanity and Self-Care During the Holidays (Without Spiking the Eggnog)

Smart Meetings

Keep your well-being in check throughout your holiday planning Glorious colorful foliage, crisp breezes, and pumpkin spice, everything has signaled that the change of seasons is well underway. For meeting professionals, it also means the holidays are coming like a turbocharged reindeer on espresso. We all adore the festivities and merrymaking, but let’s face it—it’s that time of year when meeting and event profs are moving faster than Santa’s elves on roller blades and deadlines are

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ADMEI Announces 2024 Awards Finalists

ADMEI

ADMEI Announces 2024 Awards Finalists WIMBERLEY, Texas (14 November 2023) The Association of Destination Management Executives International (ADMEI), a leading global membership association for Destination Management Companies (DMCs) has officially announced the 2024 ADMEI Awards finalists. ADMEI’s awards program is among the most respectable and distinguished in the meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE) industry and the most robust, noteworthy DMC-specific awards program.

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Meetings Market Survey 2023: ‘The Work Has Gotten Very Difficult’

Convene by PCMA

The last time we conducted the Meetings Market Survey — the results of which had been published every year, without fail, in Convene for 29 years — it was November 2019 , and in the public mind, the pandemic referred to early-20th-century influenza, not the global health crisis we were on the brink of experiencing. When we brought back the Meetings Market Survey this summer, we knew the questions couldn’t be cut-and-pasted from previous years, but had to reflect new realities, including the rise

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10 Ideas for Communicating Strategic Ideas Up the Ladder

MeetingsNet

Strategic thinking is one thing, but communicating those thoughts in ways that get listeners to understand your vision and see you as a leader is another. Here’s some advice. You may have innovative ideas for your events’ marketing, revenue model, or learning formats to achieve your organization’s goals. But to be known for strategy as well as execution, it’s critical to be able to communicate those ideas effectively.

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COVID-19 Travel Consumer Sentiment Study

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

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Hotels and Events: Negotiating The Best Terms

Skift Meetings

Skift Take: Don’t be fooled by generic concessions and terms offered by hotels. Having the right negotiating strategy will save time and money.

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MEETINGS achieves carbon zero certification

Travel Daily Media

The post MEETINGS achieves carbon zero certification appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. Business Events Industry Aotearoa Limited’s MEETINGS 2023 – New Zealand’s largest trade show for the business events sector – has been awarded Toitū net carbonzero certification. BEIA Chief Executive Lisa Hopkins says everyone involved in MEETINGS can be proud of this achievement.

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Elevate Your Bathroom Experience: 12 Must-Have Bathroom Essentials

Redfin

In the realm of home sanctuaries, few spaces hold as much significance as the bathroom. It’s where we begin and end our days, a place of solace and rejuvenation. Elevating this essential space goes beyond mere functionality; it’s about curating an environment that blends practicality with indulgence. Enter essential bathroom accessories, the unsung heroes that transform a basic restroom into a haven of comfort and style.

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‘Let’s Have These Conversations’ About Civil Rights

Convene by PCMA

Participants of this year’s Big Life Series event gather on the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, part of an action-packed itinerary. (Travis Ellison photo) Over the last two years, more than 300 student athletes, coaches, and college administrators have traveled from across the U.S. to Montgomery, Alabama, to immerse themselves in the history of the modern Civil Rights Movement.

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5 Fun Facts about Tyler, TX, to Help You Get to Know the City

Redfin

Tyler, TX, is a city filled with history, culture, and natural beauty. Beyond its picturesque landscapes and charming streets, the city is home to a number of fascinating facts that add an extra layer of intrigue to this East Texas gem. From its reputation as the “Rose Capital of America” to its ties to notable figures, there’s much more to discover about this vibrant city.

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Tips for Effectively Switching Event Management Software Vendors

Bizzaboo

Planning and executing events can be a daunting task, and having the right event management platform can make all the difference. However, what happens when you realize your current event management software vendor is no longer meeting your needs? Switching event management systems can be a challenging and time-consuming process, but it can also lead to improved efficiency and better results for your events.

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Evolution of the DMC:Renewing Business Relationships with Deeper Trust, Transparency & Understanding

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

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Hey Chatbot, What’s the Wi-Fi Password?

Convene by PCMA

If an event organizer using an AI chatbot can “give you value in the form of instant answers or information, [it] builds trust,” said Chuck Elias, CEO of 42Chat. There are two shifts driving the development of a new generation of chatbots, said Chuck Elias, CEO of 42Chat, which Elias cofounded in 2016 to create chatbots for events and conferences. One is that text became a business channel during the pandemic, Elias said.

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'Tis the Season

Special Events

How to use a seasonal approach to create your event’s menu

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Society's values: Decoding the impact of pop culture on Hospitality

EHL Insights

The intersection of hospitality and popular culture is a dynamic space where societal values, norms, and human interactions are vividly depicted and often critiqued. From television series to classic films, pop culture has consistently provided a mirror through which we can examine our own behaviors and beliefs. In this article, we'll explore how hospitality in pop culture serves as a reflection of society's ever-evolving ethos.

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SWISSOTEL THE STAMFORD, SINGAPORE

Convene by PCMA

Step into a world of modern comfort at Swissôtel The Stamford, one of the tallest hotels in Southeast Asia.

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Here are the highlights of the 9th Virtus Awards

Travel Daily Media

The post Here are the highlights of the 9th Virtus Awards appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. A night of acknowledgement and gratitude unfolded as the Hotel Sales and Marketing Association (HSMA) gathered to honour recipients at the annual Virtus Awards. Held at the City of Dreams on November 9, 2023, the 2023 Virtus Awards centred around the theme “Beyond the Bottom Line” and celebrated three outstanding winners across individual categories.

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AIME 2024 KNOWLEDGE PROGRAM TO UNCOVER THE 4Ps OF ‘GLOCALISATION’

AIME

The Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) has today announced details of its highly anticipated Knowledge Program for the 2024 event to be held at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) in Australia. The theme for 2024, “The 4Ps … The post AIME 2024 KNOWLEDGE PROGRAM TO UNCOVER THE 4Ps OF ‘GLOCALISATION’ appeared first on AIME.

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Riyadh hosts Athar Festival

Travel Daily Media

The post Riyadh hosts Athar Festival appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. 1000 delegates, 100+ speakers, 6 Young Talent Academies, Athar Industry Awards and a host of other experiences can be expected from 13-16 November. The highly anticipated Athar – Saudi Festival of Creativity, the Kingdom’s largest gathering of the creative marketing industry, commenced yesterday Monday, 13 November 2023, at the Hotel Crowne Plaza Riyadh RDC with its three-day Young Talent Academy Programme c

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The Social Side Effects of Using Artificial Intelligence at Work

Gavel International

Reading Time: 4 minutes Chances are good that you interact with some form of artificial intelligence (AI) in your daily life. Examples of commonly used AI include: Chatbots that fulfill basic customer service-related tasks. ( 1 ) Autocorrect that, in theory, corrects misspellings on smartphones. ( 1 ) Text editors that identify and correct misspellings and grammar mistakes on pieces of content. ( 1 ) Map and GPS apps that provide directions to the user’s destination when they drive. ( 1 ) Recomm

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8 Key Things to Look for When Choosing a Destination Management Company (DMC)

CSI DMC

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) and impactful team-building activities are key for successful companies aiming to make a positive impact on destinations, whether it’s in the local community or further afield. This can be part of an incentive program, conference, or corporate event. To maximize the potential for attendees, balancing unity, fun and purpose is key.