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Smart Moves in Sedona, Cayman Islands and More

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Rojas joins as assistant general manager. He brings over 25 years of experience across finance, events and facility management. He most recently served as general manager with Jackson Convention Complex and the Oklahoma City Convention Center. Mitchell joins SCC as assistant director of event services.

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How To Prepare For A Career In Event Planning

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Being an event planner, event manager, or event marketer is a difficult job that demands a lot of energy and knowledge, but many of us are drawn to it because it is – above all else – rewarding. They can also pivot to becoming event managers or event marketers. The events industry is exciting, ever-changing, and sociable.

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4 Steps to Implementing a Balanced Security Plan

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By identifying guest flow, invasiveness and areas for improvement, event managers can build a plan that keeps venues safe while maintaining an open and inviting feel. Additionally, connect with the human resources team to evaluate training for security guards. More: Your All-Encompassing, Need-to-Know Security Guide.

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Smart Moves in Albuquerque, Denver and More

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She will oversee sales, strategy and implementation of the company’s Strategic Meetings Management Program. Pupillo will fill the roles of director of business development and general manager. In his most recent resort manager role, he oversaw an ownership and brand change alongside a $45 renovation.

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Smart Moves at Dreamscape Hospitality, Marriott International and More

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Alison Piatkiewicz Alison Piatkiewicz, Visit Baton Rouge Visit Baton Rouge welcomes Piatkiewicz to its team as destination sales manager. Sam Basu Sam Basu, Marriott International Marriott International appoints Basu as the area general manager of Puerto Rico as well as general manager of The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan.

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Smart Moves in Colorado, Utah and More

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Kristen Babich Babich is events manager for The Gant Aspen in Colorado. He previously worked as the company’s managing director and chief operating officer. Rachel Riggs, CMP, DES, SEPC Riggs is general manager of environmental strategy for Maritz Global Events. Riggs joined Maritz Global Events Design Studio in 2018.

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Has the Grinch Stolen Holiday Parties?

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With the #MeToo movement on the forefront of everyone’s mind, some human resources departments are concerned about co-workers overstepping boundaries. In October, the consultancy firm surveyed 150 human resource reps throughout the United States. It may not be because your boss is a Scrooge.