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CMP Spotlight: Get to Know Desireé Dolecki, CMP

Smart Meetings

Desireé Dolecki, CMP, has always been an artist. To her, being an event professional is much in the same vein. “You need creative vision, planning and organization, budget management, marketing, promotion, collaboration, adaptability, time management and, of course, the ability to create a memorable experience,” she says. When she was young, she knew art wouldn’t necessarily offer her a lucrative career.

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How AI Revenue Management is helping hoteliers get the competitive edge

EHL Insights

Hotel revenue management is the process of optimizing revenue by predicting demand and setting prices accordingly, most commonly found in hotels to forecast occupancy in order to maximize their room rate, hotel marketing strategy, and overall property performance. It's a complex and ever-evolving field for a revenue manager to navigate, with many channels and tools to keep up-to-date with.

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How to Make Connections at Events, Work, and in Life

Convene by PCMA

Riaz Meghji challenges planners: “The price of engaging sessions isn’t just effective planning, it’s connection.” Hybrid events may not be top of mind for event planners anymore — according to the results of Convene ’s Meetings Market survey, more than two out of five planner respondents have returned to fully in-person meetings — but that doesn’t mean we don’t continue to live in a hybrid world.

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A First-timer’s Guide To Navigating IMEX America 2023

Bizzaboo

IMEX America is a renowned conference and trade show in the meetings and events industry, held annually in Las Vegas. It offers a plethora of opportunities for networking, learning, and exploring the vibrant city. If you plan to attend IMEX America 2023 for the first time, here are some tips to help you navigate the conference and maximize your experience. 1.

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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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Pros and Cons of Embracing a Shorter Work Week

MTI Events

If you ask most employees, they’d likely jump at the chance for a shorter work week. Who wouldn’t want Fridays off? However, from a management perspective, deciding whether to establish a shorter work week isn’t as straightforward.

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Exploring Contactless Event Technology

Stova

The way we experience events has evolved significantly in recent years, driven in part by technological advancements and the need for safety in the face of global challenges. Contactless event experiences have emerged as a transformative trend, redefining the landscape of conferences, concerts, trade shows, and more. In this blog, we’ll delve into contactless event technology that’s revolutionizing how we engage with events while ensuring safety, convenience, and interactivity.

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A Musical Journey in Croatia

Global DMC Alliance

Embarking on a musical journey to Croatia is a delightful experience as it offers a rich tapestry of musical traditions and cultural events.

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New Podcast Exploring A.I. and Business Travel

MeetingsNet

A quarterly discussion of the impact of generative A.I. on the business travel industry has just launched. Interest in generative artificial intelligence, a.k.a. generative A.I., is on fire as new user-friendly platforms and more widespread adoption are quickly revealing its massive capabilities. That interest is spreading fast in the meetings and business-travel industries, with webinars, conference sessions, and articles looking at how the new tools could change the nature of the work.

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Who’s News for September 29, 2023

Special Events

Special Events industry news

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Smart Moves in The Palm Beaches, Los Angeles and More

Smart Meetings

Milton Segarra Milton Segarra Discover the Palm Beaches has announced Segarra will serve as their new president and CEO following Jorge Pesquera’s retirement. Segarra joined the destination in 2022 as chief marketing officer and since then accelerated the organization’s widest range of promotional efforts in their history, resulting in record visitation rates and a $10 billion economic impact in the local tourism markets.

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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.