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Industry Leader Steve O’Malley Predicts the Future of ‘Noble’ Hospitality Work

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When Smart Meetings met with him after the lights had turned off and asked about his more than 34 years at Maritz, his roots in the hospitality industry and expansive volunteer roles with MPI and SITE, O’Malley said, “Humility is just the ability to look back and understand how lucky you are. My career was a series of fortunate events.”

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Wellness and Sustainability Top Agenda for Accor Reorganization

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The emphasis was on the brand’s continuing commitment to sustainability and wellness. Read more about hotels concentrating on sustainability. By recruiting from schools and at-risk communities, Accor hopes to expose more people to the opportunities in hospitality careers. We have seen a rise in corporate travel,” he said.

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Smart Travel: MICE Industry’s Positive Impact on Business Travel, Wynn Resorts’ Bigger Better UAE Plans Revealed, Indigenous Tourism Booms and More

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The strengthening meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) sector has also made major economic contributions, with businesses worldwide investing more in corporate travel that builds relationships both within teams and extended networks. million people).

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Smart Moves in Hawaii, New Orleans and More

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Gary Spencer and Erika Kauffman Gary Spencer (left) and Erika Kauffman (right), Highgate Real estate and hospitality management company Highgate expands its Hawaii leadership team with two new appointments. Spencer is appointed as senior vice president of sales & marketing, luxury, lifestyle & Hawaii.

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Smart Moves in Las Vegas, Anaheim and More

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She brings extensive experience in live event production, finance, operations and sustainability. Throughout his over three decades in luxury hospitality, he has managed a number of prestigious properties. She has been with MAS for over seven years, most recently serving as EVP, business and operations.

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Smart Moves in Mexico, Atlanta and More

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Lynn Willison and Rachel Englander Lynn Willison (left) and Rachel Englander (right), The Hutton Group – Inspired Meetings & Events The Hutton Group – Inspired Meetings & Events , a woman-owned and -operated boutique meeting and incentive planning company, brings in two new team members.

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Gen Z Meeting Profs Navigate Industry Challenges and Hope for Future

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The Hospitality, Marketing Crossover In a previous Smart Meetings article , we touched on the connection between hospitality schools and marketing schools. As a hospitality major, it would’ve been amazing to have been offered marketing classes. I believe marketing and hospitality go hand in hand.

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