Skift Meetings
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Skift Take: A recent Cvent webinar revealed top trends for meetings, including choosing booking patterns that allow attendees to extend over a weekend and warm-weather destinations so they can be outdoors.
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Lauren Shoaf Pace Lauren Shoaf Pace, Destinations International Pace is appointed vice president of marketing at Destinations International (DI). With nearly 20 years in the travel and tourism industry, Pace has held positions at numerous destination organizations at both the state and local levels and spent over a decade with Visit Florida. In her role with DI, Pace will be responsible for the strategic development and implementation of all of the association’s marketing initiatives.
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ETC Corporate
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
The European tourism sector demonstrates a robust performance, surpassing pre-pandemic figures and showcasing resilience despite economic headwinds and geopolitical challenges. The latest research from the European Travel Commission (ETC) highlights a 6% rise in foreign arrivals over 2019 levels and a 7% increase in year-on-year growth.
Motivation Excellence
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
It’s time for our Get to Know ME segment, featuring our Strategic Account Director, Alison Gavitt. Alison is a people person through and through! Read below to learn about her penchant for furniture moving, as well as how she prepares for a good brainstorming session. And be sure to watch her short video too. Do you hear a regional accent? Thanks Alison, for letting us get to know you better!
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
Traveler's Q
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Autumn is the perfect season for celebrating gratitude and giving back. The warm colors, festive spirit, and crisp air make it ideal for bringing people together for meaningful events that support the community. Here are some impactful event themes that highlight the season’s spirit while fostering a sense of generosity and connection. Community Harvest Festivals A harvest festival can be an excellent way to unite the community and support local causes.
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Meet the union of historic charm and innovative futures From iconic buildings transformed into hotels with immense character to new builds ready to deliver the best of the best, these new and renovated hotels are ready to offer up an unforgettable venue for the meeting of a lifetime. New York Night One bedroom suite, The Benjamin Royal Sonesta One of New York City’s iconic luxury boutique hotels, The Benjamin Royal Sonesta Hotel New York , presents the first phase of a full scale transformation.
MICE Travel Today brings together the best content for MICE professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Pádraic Gilligan
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
by Pádraic Gilligan, Chief Marketing Officer, SITE & Co-Founder, SoolNua Consulting There’s a line in Arthur Miller’s great tragedy Death of a Salesman, where Willy Loman, the play’s main character, is described as “a man way out there in the blue, riding on a smile and a shoeshine … ” Whenever I saw Bob Moony, Read more » The post In Memoriam: Bob Moony – “way out there in the blue, riding on a smile and a shoeshine … ” appeared first on padraicino.
Traveler's Q
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Autumn is the perfect season for celebrating gratitude and giving back. The warm colors, festive spirit, and crisp air make it ideal for bringing people together for meaningful events that support the community. Here are some impactful event themes that highlight the season’s spirit while fostering a sense of generosity and connection. Community Harvest Festivals A harvest festival can be an excellent way to unite the community and support local causes.
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
It’s that nightmare that we’ve seemingly all had once or twice: You’re 15 years old, and you’ve just arrived in math class to find that there’s an exam waiting on your desk—and you haven’t studied. Except, it’s not a dream; you’re an event planner growing in your career, and the exam is to earn your CMP designation. Introducing Marcus Eng Marcus Eng, now an accomplished CMP Fellow , of course didn’t forget to study for his CMP exam, but he shares, “The day of the exam, I was a nervous wreck.
Dana Communications
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Tourism trails are a powerful marketing tool that gives destinations the opportunity to showcase their best attractions and most unique experiences. Whether you’re a history buff, a nature lover, a culture craver, a foodie or an art enthusiast, there’s a trail out there that’s perfect for you. But trails have their place. And not everything we enjoy can make the leap from great ideas to trail-worthy reality.
The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.
MeetingsNet
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
One healthcare-conference organizer recently discovered the range of wellness activities that can take place on site—and her attendees are already clamoring for more. Yes, almost everybody has stress in their work. But not many have a life-and-death type of job pressure. Attendees of the Healthcare Advocate Summit are among that high-stress group, according to Melissa Paige, co-CEO of the four-year-old summit held each September.
Bizzaboo
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
In today’s tricky economic climate, businesses need to get creative to continue growing. One under-the-radar tactic that can help your organization thrive in our challenging environment is using events to build community — and then leveraging that community to propel your business to the next level. To help you learn more about the power of event communities and how you can go about building one of your own, we recently hosted a webinar, The Key to Accelerating Growth: Building Community through
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Strong gains indicate a return to pre-pandemic stability Global business events entity Events Industry Council (EIC) has released its Global Events Barometer for the second quarter of 2024, with results showing positive growth in nearly every region around the world. The hotel group room nights index rose to 106, showing a return to 2019 levels. The RFP activity index, which measures the number of proposals sent by event planners during the quarter, increased to just shy of 2019 levels as well.
Dana Communications
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The media experts at Dana are constantly on the lookout for what’s new and next to promote our travel, tourism and hospitality clients. Daily, they’re on the phone with industry innovators and disruptors. When asked what has them most excited in the world of media right now, it’s really a blend of new tech and tech that’s new again. Let’s dive right in!
Stova
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Take Your Event Marketing to the Next Level – Discover Proven Strategies to Drive Early Registrations and Maximize ROI With event registrations trending later in the planning cycle, event professionals are facing unique challenges: securing room blocks, finalizing F&B, and meeting attendance goals with limited time and budgets. In this on-demand webinar, industry experts share the latest marketing tactics that not only increase attendee numbers but do so when it matters most —early in the p
inVOYAGE
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Hot off the press! From breathtaking coastal retreats to iconic city landmarks, IHG Hotels & Resorts have just landed an impressive new lineup of luxury properties around the globe with plenty of exciting new opportunities for the incentives industry. Whether you’re looking to curate an exclusive corporate retreat, host a high-profile gala dinner, or plan an incentive getaway, here's a look at the newest additions to IHG’s portfolio you might just want to add to your list… Behind the Scenes
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
How leaders can find and support employees The demand is real. Meeting planners are needed more than ever. However, it isn’t always easy to find and retain qualified staff. The American Hotel & Lodging Association (ALHA) reported that an estimated 67% of hotels are experiencing staffing issues and shortages, and 68% of planners are new to the meetings industry since COVID.
Dana Communications
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
At this point, you’d be hard-pressed to find someone who hasn’t used Artificial Intelligence (AI) in their personal or professional life at least once. Forbes lays out the compelling statistics below ( plus more ) that prove this point: Within just the first five days following its release, ChatGPT reached 1 million users Half of U.S. mobile users tap into voice search every day With no signs of slowing, AI is predicted to experience an annual growth rate of 37.3% from 2023 to 2030 But we (and s
Conferences that Work
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Event attendees need to be aware of the growing trend of unannounced use of facial analysis technology at meetings. And if you plan to attend the International Association of Exhibitions and Events [IAEE] ‘s December 2024 Expo! Expo! , you should read this post. As recently reported by MeetingsNet , Expo! Expo! “will offer all exhibitors access to Zenus AI’s facial-analysis technology after a limited rollout at the 2023 [show]” However, MeetingsNet also includes the following s
Travel Daily Media
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
The post Phetchaburi, Thailand to host PATA Destination Marketing Forum appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Phetchaburi in central Thailand has been announced as the host city for this year’s PATA Destination Marketing Forum. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) made the announcement on Friday, 1st November, and the event will be held from 12 to 14 November at the Dusit Thani Hua Hin Hotel.
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
A conference can be a full-contact sport. To get the most out of the time invested, the trainer/event designer needs to be thoughtful about how the agenda is structured to deliver content and experiences on offer. Getting the schedule right is both an art and a science. Smart Meetings is conducting a study in partnership with Zenus.AI and Olympian Meeting to learn the secrets from the Smart Meetings community and experts in and out of the industry.
Meeting Package
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Two technology leaders partner to empower planners to book meeting space through Event Logic directly. Event planners will be able to instantly book meetings.
Eventtia
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Event management is more than just planning events; it’s about creating memorable, engaging experiences that align with an organization’s goals. Whether you’re organizing consumer events, corporate events, virtual conferences, or hybrid networking events and trade shows, effective event management can lead to brand visibility, meaningful connections, and lasting impressions.
Convene by PCMA
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Get to know PCMA Member Abby Skinner, Chapter Manager, YPO Southern 7 Chapter What initially led you to becoming involved with PCMA? A few years ago, I had just moved back to Atlanta during the pandemic and was looking for a new job opportunity in the events space. I met a girl named Ronny Coombs at a Taylor Swift themed birthday party, and she absolutely could not recommend PCMA enough for the endless networking opportunities in the exact space I wanted to be in!
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Get involved with local events like Refract Seattle to create unforgettable experiences for your attendees Since its inception, what is now the largest glass arts festival in North America draws visitors to Seattle from all over the world, and the somewhat niche community of glass artists, appreciators and collectors take over the city for an October weekend each year.
Stova
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Our comprehensive report dives into the essentials of maximizing trade show impact, from lead generation and ROI to cutting-edge strategies like AI-powered networking. This resource is packed with insights to help you overcome key challenges facing event organizers today and highlights creative solutions to boost efficiency, enhance exhibitor experiences, and capture measurable results.
Eventtia
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
This article helps you discover the best Voilà competitors and alternatives in 2024. Event professionals now have more choices than ever when it comes to event management software. While Voilà offers some attractive features for corporate virtual event streaming, its platform can be limited for those seeking a complete and seamless event management experience.
MeetingsNet
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The annual salary survey from the Professional Convention Management Association shows an upward trend for wages—but that nasty gender pay gap remains. As a meeting professional, knowing the average pay for colleagues in the industry is invaluable when you find yourself in the market for a new job or when it comes time to ask for a raise. The Professional Convention Management Association is on the job, providing the industry with its annual salary survey.
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Hologram technology can increase engagement and attract hard-to-get speakers Meetings may be a mostly in-person experience but—as we learned during Covid, with the use of Zoom, Teams and other online video platforms—the use of communications technology has its place in the world of meetings and events. A more sophisticated form of communications technology to shift the way we meet and interact at events are holograms, walking a fine line between in-person and video communication.
Stova
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Stova CEO Honored Among 2024’s Most Influential Leaders in the U.S. Events Industry New York, NY, November 4, 2024 Eventex has officially unveiled The Most Influential People in the Events Industry in the United States for 2024 and we are pleased to announce that Stova’s Kirk Ziehm is featured on the list. The index recognizes outstanding professionals who have left a mark on the events industry in the region with their creativity, vision, and capacity for innovation.
Carrousel Travel
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
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inVOYAGE
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
In the world of incentives and events, the food and beverage (F&B) experience has evolved to play a key role in the success of any event or gathering – and we’re not just talking about the chef in charge or the menu on the table. Event planners are increasingly looking for innovative dining concepts, culinary experiences that tell a story, and settings that leave a lasting impression.
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Becoming a sustainable event planner is a marathon, not a sprint. As the events industry continues to evolve in its sustainability journey, there are a lot of accomplishments to celebrate. Planners, partners and attendees are more aware and invested than ever. But there’s no denying that sustainability is a very broad topic, and sometimes, you might feel left in the dust.
Convene by PCMA
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where. Cathy Petersen and Ron Eifert Destination Dayton has appointed Cathy Petersen as executive vice president. She brings extensive experience in strategic communications and public relations to her new role, having worked across public policy, higher education, and media. She most recently served as chief of public information at Sinclair Community College.
All Conference Alert
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
If you’re thinking about attending global agriculture conferences in Europe , the short answer is: Yes , you definitely should! Attending agriculture conferences offers a wealth of benefits for students, researchers, farmers, and enthusiasts alike. Participants gain insights from industry leaders, discover advanced farming techniques, and build connections with experts who can support career growth.
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