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New ESPA Event Servicing Certification Debuts

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This is codifying best practices through robust continuing education programs, which will result in better service to clients, unambiguous internal metrics and career growth,” he said. “In In addition, 20 hours of continuing education, which focuses on event servicing topics, is required over three years. Building the Pipeline.

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Black History Month Highlights Rich Legacy of Contributions to Hospitality

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Black History Month is the defining collective of my professional and personal life as I represent many unheard voices in the struggle who were ignored for generations so that I could have the opportunity of higher education, progressive employment and be a respected event service professional among my industry peers.

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Why is DEI Critical to the Hospitality Industry?

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Out of multiple conversations and in-depth research, the task force passionately unveiled an educational tool to bring awareness of the DEI initiative to ESPA and the hospitality industry overall. DEI impacts the hospitality industry with the three pillars: education, inclusive marketing and supplier diversity.”

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What to Expect at Cvent Connect 2024 in San Antonio

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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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4 Benefits of Belonging to Your Industry’s Association

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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. Continuing Education and Innovation When you join an association, you’re getting so much more than a social network.

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How to Produce a Stand-Out Experience

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The emcee should generally not be an executive, a vendor or anyone who is not a trained public speaker. Public speaking is a developed skill, and it requires the person on stage to maintain the audience’s attention while educating them and hopefully entertaining them at the same time. The Best Speakers.

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Earth Month Mahalo

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Participants will clear rubbish from the beach and take part in restoration activities—all while enjoying live music, workshops, hosted vendors and a yoga session for those who arrive before the event kicks off at 9:30 a.m. Read More : Healthy World: Is Net-zero Enough? The post Earth Month Mahalo appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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