Social Tables

JANUARY 4, 2018

Y ou need to see into the future and stay ahead of the event trends that will inevitably make or break your business. Using a combination of research and survey data, we’ve rounded up the 18 most important trends set to hit planners, hotels and venues in 2018. The hospitality boom isn’t going anywhere. Better buckle up!

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MAY 13, 2022

Some choose to start their own companies once their network is big enough. . Traditionally, many event planners started their careers working in hospitality (as assistants at hotels, for example) and gradually moved into management. Build A Powerful Network Of Event Profs. Do not just network for your own benefit.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 10, 2025

For hotel sales managers, this trend presents both an opportunity and a challenge: to rethink traditional strategies and create innovative solutions that cater to this growing segment of smaller, frequent meetings while maintaining profitability and service excellence.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 14, 2022

Hospitality professionals saw the industry undergo tremendous changes in 2021. Many hospitality conferences and conventions were virtual or hybrid events , while others were forced to cancel altogether. As a result, many industry professionals are wondering what to expect from the top hospitality conferences of 2022.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

The September event brought destination marketers from Alaska to Texas to Riverside Hotel in Boise, Idaho, for networking, breakout sessions, a lesson in crisis communication and a taste (and a twirl) of downtown Boise’s booming Basque Cultural District. (If Top Trends Impacting Hospitality, Tourism and Events. Shawna Suckow.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Return to Networking Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center With the return of large meetings comes the return of what people missed most about in-person gatherings: being together and networking with others. In addition to 94 event rooms, 101 breakout rooms, and nearly 550,000 sq.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 6, 2023

In fact, Covid isn’t the be-all reason for the lack of responses to hospitality help-wanted ads. “It Read More: The Great Hospitality Restart The pandemic also sped up technology development. Some hospitality companies looking for full-time employees are offering signing bonuses and benefits. The workforce has indeed shrunk.

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Traveler's Q

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Business Networking Hotspots Spring Place has become the go-to networking spot where creative professionals and business leaders join forces. The area’s rooftop spaces showcase stunning Manhattan skyline views – perfect for spring evening networking events.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Denver’s public health order expiration does not impact the federal requirement for face coverings on public transportation, including public transit networks, airplanes, buses, trains, taxis, Ubers and Lyfts. The move is due to rapidly declining Covid-19 cases as well as stabilized hospital rates and increased access to vaccines.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

“Her dedication and appreciation for the connections with guests and co-workers and the career opportunities hospitality provided for an immigrant coming to the U.S. He now serves as vice president of sales and industry relations at Teneo Hospitality Group. In addition to the CMP, he holds the GTP, GLP, CMM and DES designations.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 28, 2022

To ensure that those support networks are skilled in current best practices, a new Event Service Professional Certification (ESPC) from Event Service Professionals Association (ESPA) will help everyone sleep easier at night. The 13-lesson program provides material on servicing unique markets, emerging trends and performance measurements.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Elizabeth Giron Elizabeth Giron, Terramar Giron takes on the role of global director of strategic partnerships at Terramar, a DMC Network Company. She will now be responsible for sales strategy development, customer relationships, monitoring market trends, achieving KPIs and meeting budgets for Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 23, 2024

All presentations were focused on new and inventive ideas that would attract meeting professionals and attendees to ideas centered around trends such as sustainability, food and beverage diversity, networking and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 21, 2018

Whether you’re hosting a small-scale networking event, a sprawling fundraising gala or a multi-day professional conference, generating buzz is essential for ensuring your event is well-attended by excited guests ready to engage with your work. Which would you be more excited to attend? Mobile Engagement Tools.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 13, 2022

The $50 million program, called “Marriott’s Bridging The Gap,” was revealed at NYU International Hospitality Investment Conference on June 6. It aims to lower the barrier to entry for groups that have been historically disadvantaged in the fields of investment and hospitality in the United States and Canada.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Creating experiences, setting the stage for networking opportunities, and fostering connections among colleagues and association members are what the meetings and events world is all about. Heather Mason, CEO of Caspian Agency , says this can be gleaned from the way the government looks at those in the meetings industry.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 27, 2025

She broke down the top five trends planners should look out for, and explained how they can incorporate these trends into their meetings. Sweatworking is the New Networking. Consider a choose your adventure day where attendees can do fun activities and network, without even realizing they are. Brain Breaks.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 30, 2023

View Webinar on Demand: The Professional’s Guide to 2024 Financial and Insurance Meetings Download Research: 2023 FICP Industry and Perception Study Moving Into 2024 Out of all the trends that have risen in 2023, our experts pointed to a few that will definitely be making their way into 2024. with 6-12 months out, 15.7%

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Smart Meetings

JULY 19, 2023

Artistic New Hotels Open Across the Globe at the Intersection of Destination and Hospitality Picture it: a luxurious hotel in a stunning destination boasting vibrant culture, mouth-watering local cuisine and all the amenities and facilities a guest could want. The George brings a one-of-a-kind spirit to the hospitality industry.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 7, 2023

Why is hospitality industry sentiment upbeat even as predictions call for economic downturn? Certainly, trends could change quickly, but booking demand and pricing remains strong.” Savelli also didn’t anticipate the banking liquidity problems that hit Silicon Valley Bank and Credit Suisse will have long-term impacts on consumers.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Denver’s public health order expiration does not impact the federal requirement for face coverings on public transportation, including public transit networks, airplanes, buses, trains, taxis, Ubers and Lyfts. The move is due to rapidly declining Covid-19 cases as well as stabilized hospital rates and increased access to vaccines.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 3, 2022

Read More : Beware the Public Wi-Fi Network: 6 Ways to Practice Cybersecurity While Traveling. To do this, you need a person or device on site, as someone or something has to be near the network being tested. You’re going to be able to compare event to event to see how well your overall network is performing.”.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 5, 2023

Marriott International President and CEO Tony Capuano kicked off the event by thanking the 314 association planner customers for sticking with the company and helping the hospitality industry recover so quickly. All of these changes require new responses for the almost 100-year-old hospitality company.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Some 180 education sessions throughout the week will keep you up to date on 10 hot-topic tracks, including technology, personal development, sustainability, research and trends. Networking Central. Make great connections at the networking opportunities that IMEX offers. It goes by fast.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 18, 2023

The group pledged to “revolutionize conferences” by “saying goodbye to traditional trade show booths and hello to interactive networking experiences and relevant education.” Those micro-interactions create a positive memory that can be put in a person’s “bank” for when they need it.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

Despite the trends in the industry, many event professionals still focus on keeping audiences entertained in order to keep them on track. It all starts with breaking down the marketplace and understanding how you can take advantage of existing trends. Sessions should also serve to pique the attendees’ interests, not drown them.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Heather Mason, CEO of Caspian Agency, and Carl Winston, founding director of Payne School of Hospitality of San Diego State University, follow the legendary meeting professional as he travels the world inventing the future of events-based science. The Adventures of James Caspian. James Caspian is a world traveler. Join the adventure.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 27, 2025

She broke down the top five trends planners should look out for, and explained how they can incorporate these trends into their meetings. Sweatworking is the New Networking. Consider a choose your adventure day where attendees can do fun activities and network, without even realizing they are. Brain Breaks.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 25, 2023

Compiled by analyzing more than $14 billion of group business value sourced through the Cvent Supplier Network in 2022, the rankings highlight hotels, venues, and destinations. In addition, our use of the Cvent Supplier Network has been critical in our success. 1 ranked meeting destination in the U.S. after being named No.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Global DMC Partners (GDP), the network of independent destination management companies and event service providers, has recently unveiled its 2022 Global Destination Index , which highlights the most popular meeting and incentive destinations around the world, according to booked and pending business across its worldwide partners.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 13, 2024

In a Landmark Moment for Outdoor Hospitality, Marriott Acquires Postcard Cabins Brand Marriott International Inc. The outdoor hospitality brand was founded in 2015 with a mission to redefine the great outdoors experience and offer guests a unique opportunity to disconnect from daily life.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 9, 2024

Read More: MPI WEC Inspired Action in San Francisco The content menu is designed to offer something for all experience levels, from administrative assistants getting the tools they need to integrate planning into their job description to advanced executives looking for continuing education to stay current on new trends.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 9, 2024

9, Caesars Entertainment and MPI produced the first “ Media & Momentum: A Morning of Recognition and Impact ” as a celebration of the contribution of the meetings and events industry media and announced the UNLV Hospitality College Scholarship. Meetings and Events Trade Press Honored at Inaugural Event Hosted by Caesars and MPI On Oct.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

We were just taking advantage of trends in technology specifically, that were existing in all other industries that were probably lagging. I think the majority of the event people are hospitality people. First and foremost, I think that the industry came out of hospitality. But we really weren’t telling stories.

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Convene by PCMA

MARCH 24, 2022

Adero Scottsdale, a resort located in a certified Dark Sky community, offers unparalleled stargazing opportunities to groups — one example of the kinds of “academic adventures” Wunderman Thompson has identified as a 2022 trend. Courtesy of Aqua-Aston Hospitality). Academic Adventures. Academic Adventures. The Great Reskill.

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Convene by PCMA

MARCH 15, 2022

In its report “The Future 100: 2022,” creative agency, consultancy, and technology company Wunderman Thompson has identified 100 trends across industries — from culture to health to travel and hospitality — that will shape the way we live and work this year and beyond. More Trends. Up next, Senior Editor Jennifer N.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Experts weigh in on what needs to change to work together better Editor’s Note : Hospitality sales consultant Steve Steinhart will be speaking at Smart Meetings Extraordinary Experience in Monterey, California, Nov. Register here to hear him in person. So, you have inexperienced buyers working with inexperienced sellers.

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