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FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Sustainability has been shaping society for quite some time now, and we’re seeing examples of it incorporated into wellness and hospitality more and more each year. Bamboo, glass and stainless steel are making big strides these days, doing their part to leave a smaller footprint and promote a healthier planet now and for generations to come.

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MAY 23, 2023

This resource introduces foundational practices to assist professionals in the hospitality industry who aspire to host successful events welcoming and accepting all stakeholders to feel a sense of genuine inclusiveness.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Black History Month is underway during the month of February and many companies within the hospitality industry are recognizing and honoring the achievements of African Americans and their contributions throughout U.S. Black History Month took root in 1915, 50 years after the Thirteenth Amendment abolished slavery in the U.S.

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MARCH 12, 2024

Women’s History Month is a fitting time to look at the leaders in our midst—regardless of their title—and learn from their heroic approach to hospitality innovation. We asked three women at three powerhouse meetings hotels about their approach to bringing everyone along and were impressed by the passion that unites them.

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JULY 26, 2024

Melissa Mahon and Aaron Levinthal Melissa Mahon (left) and Aaron Levinthal (right), MAS Global experience agency MAS promotes experienced leaders to chief officer roles. Mahon is also a 2021 Smart Woman in Meetings: Innovator award winner. Mahon will serve as chief operating officer. Porcelli will serve as head of sales.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

She will oversee the planning, coordination and execution of marketing strategies, advise and facilitate engagement opportunities for partners and members and promote DI products, tools and resources. He brings over 20 years of hospitality sales expertise, and most recently served as director of sales and marketing at the Hyatt Rosemont.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Thiago Araujo Thiago Araujo, BCD Meetings & Events BCD Meetings & Events welcomes Araujo as global sustainability director. Jamie Bruce Jamie Bruce, Teneo Hospitality Group Bruce, who has been an integral part of Teneo Hospitality Group s leadership team for the past decade, transitions into his new role as president.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2024

He will draw on his over three decades of experience in the hospitality industry to lead all sales efforts, maximize revenue and overall profit and will oversee all marketing and public relations strategies. Christy Loy Christy Loy, Meet Minneapolis Loy takes on the role of senior vice president of destination sales at Meet Minneapolis.

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MAY 31, 2024

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. Grant Hart Grant Hart, Fenway Hotel Hart is promoted to the role of director of sales at Fenway Hotel.

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MAY 24, 2024

Meyer is promoted to the role of vice president of government and industry relations. He brings ample experience in numerous hospitality leadership roles and a range of expertise across luxury operations, community and investor relations, real estate development, preservation, finance and acquisition.

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MARCH 4, 2024

Whether it’s non-alcoholic beverage offerings or wellness activities such as electrolyte IVs, the demand is surging for event programming that promotes a healthy lifestyle and supports a vast array of drinking choices. Harrah College of Hospitality. The post Wellness Tips for Meetings and Events appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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AUGUST 23, 2024

She brings nearly 30 years of hospitality industry experience, throughout which she has been recognized for her leadership and industry knowledge. Morgan Simo Morgan Simo, Visit Panama City Beach Visit Panama City Beach promotes Simo to the role of special events operations manager. Louis as a leading destination.

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MAY 25, 2023

Cvent has just published its list of Top Meeting Destinations and Top Meeting Hotels for 2023: Nashville and San Diego moving up to the second and third spots after Orlando. 1 ranked meeting destination in the U.S. 1 ranked meeting destination in the U.S. Top 10 Meeting Destinations in North America 1. 6) and (No.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2024

She will oversee the planning, coordination and execution of marketing strategies, advise and facilitate engagement opportunities for partners and members and promote DI products, tools and resources. He brings over 20 years of hospitality sales expertise, and most recently served as director of sales and marketing at the Hyatt Rosemont.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 3, 2018

The impact and importance of meetings for medical and pharmaceutical industry attendees is not only increasing, but the complexity of the events and what is expected of planners is more demanding as well, according to a new report from American Express Meetings & Events and a survey conducted by Smart Meetings.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2024

She will oversee the planning, coordination and execution of marketing strategies, advise and facilitate engagement opportunities for partners and members and promote DI products, tools and resources. He brings over 20 years of hospitality sales expertise, and most recently served as director of sales and marketing at the Hyatt Rosemont.

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OCTOBER 13, 2023

She will draw on her 16 years of experience in senior hospitality management roles to oversee and manage all of the hotel’s daily operations. She will oversee all resort operations, including culinary, experiential, meetings and events and resort teams and uphold the resort’s outstanding reputation as an esteemed Napa Valley property.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2024

She will oversee the planning, coordination and execution of marketing strategies, advise and facilitate engagement opportunities for partners and members and promote DI products, tools and resources. He brings over 20 years of hospitality sales expertise, and most recently served as director of sales and marketing at the Hyatt Rosemont.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2024

She will oversee the planning, coordination and execution of marketing strategies, advise and facilitate engagement opportunities for partners and members and promote DI products, tools and resources. He brings over 20 years of hospitality sales expertise, and most recently served as director of sales and marketing at the Hyatt Rosemont.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

She will oversee the planning, coordination and execution of marketing strategies, advise and facilitate engagement opportunities for partners and members and promote DI products, tools and resources. He brings over 20 years of hospitality sales expertise, and most recently served as director of sales and marketing at the Hyatt Rosemont.

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OCTOBER 4, 2024

Her experience equips her to now lead Seattle Convention Center through Seattle’s next phase of growth in the meetings and conventions space. In addition to extensive experience and knowledge, Giron brings a recognized leadership presence in the meetings and events community.

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JANUARY 28, 2022

Decker has spent more than 10 years in luxury hospitality sales. Previously, Rothberg was mademoiselle d’Etiquette at Etiquette by Tara, a self-started business that teaches children’s etiquette and hospitality training classes, which she continues to run. Mancuso has been in event, tourism and hospitality sales for over a decade.

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AUGUST 4, 2022

Over the last 17 years, she has garnered experience in hospitality, event, food and beverage, and business management. Bruggemans was most recently an adjunct faculty member in the Hospitality Management Program at California State University, San Bernardino. Windsor Court Hotel in New Orleans promoted Babe to hotel manager.

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JULY 28, 2023

Spurrier looks forward to embracing Hawaii’s unique culture and resources alongside his team to promote The Westin Maui as a phenomenal experiential destination. Margaux Helm Margaux Helm Helm steps in as marketing manager for meetings at Visit Seattle , the city’s tourism and promotion bureau.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2024

She will oversee the planning, coordination and execution of marketing strategies, advise and facilitate engagement opportunities for partners and members and promote DI products, tools and resources. He brings over 20 years of hospitality sales expertise, and most recently served as director of sales and marketing at the Hyatt Rosemont.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2024

She will oversee the planning, coordination and execution of marketing strategies, advise and facilitate engagement opportunities for partners and members and promote DI products, tools and resources. He brings over 20 years of hospitality sales expertise, and most recently served as director of sales and marketing at the Hyatt Rosemont.

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JULY 12, 2024

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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MARCH 21, 2025

Here are five reasons why incorporating surprise perks into your hotel sales strategy can transform relationships, promote loyalty, and ultimately increase bookings (and ROI). Surprise Perks Leave a Lasting Impression Most meeting planners evaluate hotels based on predictable factors: space, facilities, amenities, and cost.

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DECEMBER 27, 2021

Alila Marea Beach Resort, Encinitas of Hyatt Hotels promoted Savastano to resort manager. Boonie has been promoted to director of rooms at Hawks Cay Resort in Duck Key, Florida. Hirsch brings three decades of experience in hospitality and business event sales and marketing to his new position. Michael Savastano. Jordyn Boonie.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2024

She will oversee the planning, coordination and execution of marketing strategies, advise and facilitate engagement opportunities for partners and members and promote DI products, tools and resources. He brings over 20 years of hospitality sales expertise, and most recently served as director of sales and marketing at the Hyatt Rosemont.

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DECEMBER 17, 2021

PRA , a corporate event planning company in Chicago, has promoted Breining to global sales director. Koh enters the role with more than 30 years of commercial, branding and hospitality management experience, most recently the senior vice president of sales and marketing at GHM. Lindsay Breining. General Hotel Management Ltd.

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JUNE 7, 2024

With decades of experience leading full-service properties and a passion for fostering meaningful relationship and driving growth in the hospitality industry, Levy will take the helm at the resort and lead it through its upcoming multi-million-dollar renovation.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2023

To do so, she will draw from over 25 years of experience in hospitality and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences. Fiona Pinette Fiona Pinette, Wedge Mountain Lodge and Spa Whistler, British Columbia’s newest hospitality debut, Wedge Mountain Lodge and Spa , set to open Nov. 17, 2023, appoints Pinette as Lodge Manager.

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AUGUST 2, 2024

He brings over 25 years of experience and passion for the hospitality industry and global travel, and is known for his skill in elevating operational performance and leading teams with strong staff engagement that have incredible guest satisfaction ratings. He brings over 20 years of experience in business development, sales and marketing.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2024

She will oversee the planning, coordination and execution of marketing strategies, advise and facilitate engagement opportunities for partners and members and promote DI products, tools and resources. He brings over 20 years of hospitality sales expertise, and most recently served as director of sales and marketing at the Hyatt Rosemont.

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MARCH 22, 2024

Paul Pomerantz Paul Pomerantz, ASAE As managing director of ASAE ’s Association Governance Institute (AGI), Pomerantz will lead the launch of the new initiative, which is dedicated to promoting excellence in governance practice for Associations. Punchios takes on the role of director of sales. Dringham enters as director of marketing.

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FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Meet with Momentum Panel State at Meet with Momentum Bob Pfeffer, senior director at Marriott CRN, says, “We know that gaining knowledge is important. Meet with Momentum Panel State at Meet with Momentum Bob Pfeffer, senior director at Marriott CRN, says, “We know that gaining knowledge is important.

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