Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Smart Meetings chatted with Michelle Crosby, CMP, CITP, an account executive at Bright Spot Incentives and Events, and Yvette Campbell, CMP, a meeting broker at Meetings Made Easy, to explore how planners can seek out third-party agencies and independent planners that fit their needs and how to integrate resources into their organization.

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Traveler's Q

JUNE 29, 2023

How A Destination Management Company Will Help Your Corporate Event A destination management company (DMC) can help you create a memorable and seamless experience for your guests. When managing guests in a new, foreign location, it is important to have a well-planned strategy in place. A new, foreign location means foreign laws.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 6, 2024

In the First Turn Club, Tractor Beverage Company offered certified organic drinks and mocktails along with an Instagram-worthy photo area. The post Kentucky Derby: A Masterclass in Managing Big Traditions from its 150th Year appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Local Sourcing for Sustainable Cuisine When it comes to the menu, hotels and restaurants are focusing on sustainable cuisine by locally sourcing ingredients and supporting organic farming. Naguib currently serves as Chair of the Board for WEConnect International, the global organization supporting women’s businesses around the world.

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ADMEI

DECEMBER 13, 2023

How DMCs Can Help You Manage the Unexpected 13 December 2023 You’re probably already familiar with this popular phrase in the hospitality industry: expect the unexpected. What is Risk Management? Incorporating risk management is essential for every event professional. Have all plans been coordinated before the event?

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

With nearly 20 years in the travel and tourism industry, Pace has held positions at numerous destination organizations at both the state and local levels and spent over a decade with Visit Florida. Fairbanks is appointed as catering sales manager. Morales-Cabrera is promoted to the role of banquet manager.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Lenovo Tech World is the global technology company’s annual event, and as events at this level go, it’s an enormous undertaking for the planners organizing it. As the destination sales manager at Visit Bellevue, McCormack shares that Bellevue really is a very upscale, “Smart City” destination.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 14, 2025

Whether it’s donating to relief funds, organizing supply drives or rolling up sleeves to help rebuild, the industry is rallying together to make a difference during this challenging time. Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) offers resources for members impacted by disaster through their chapter network.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 17, 2025

. “This new offering will allow our guests to immerse themselves into the majesty of Southern Africa while also continuing National Geographic’s extraordinary legacy of global exploration,” said Nancy Schumacher, senior vice president and general manager, National Geographic Expeditions. The data doesnt lie.

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The MICE Blog

OCTOBER 21, 2024

It’s ideal for meeting organizers—direct flights from almost everywhere, no need for transfer arrangements, and the ability to host large events, which is unique. From an event management perspective, this makes it incredibly convenient to fly in guests from all over the world—no need for taxis or buses.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 19, 2025

Bringing together two industry leaders committed to enhancing client experiences and bringing innovative event solutions, the industry is primed for a redefinition of what is possible in destination management. This merger represents an incredible opportunity to build upon the strengths of both organizations, says Tom Hubler, COO of CSI DMC.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Her wealth of experience offers valuable lessons for planners organizing their own multiday events. EP How do you maintain your joy for the event while managing stress? EP What advice would you give to planners organizing their first multiday event? The holiday festival will take place Dec. MM Setting boundaries is essential.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 10, 2025

She brings over 17 years of hospitality experience, having held several leadership roles throughout her career, including as director of sales for EVEN Hotels, and sales manager and director of sales and marketing for Crown Plaza Houston, Hyatt Regency North Houston and several Holiday Inn properties throughout the Houston Area.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 14, 2025

She joined Fidelity Hotel from Hotel Indigo, where she worked alongside Eric Conrad, who was recently appointed as Fidelity Hotels general manager, to implement various marketing strategies to attract business in new markets. Cathy Ruhling Cathy Ruhling, Fidelity Hotel Fidelity Hotel appoints Ruhling as director of sales.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 15, 2025

But subsequent days were more manageable. This will get event organizers off the hamster wheel. You might see us ratchet up even more because we believe it’s such a historic moment for our country and for our organization that it deserves some conversations that are going to push the edges of where our industry can grow.

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The MICE Blog

MARCH 27, 2025

The AER Cooperation AG manages all commercial offerings on behalf of AER e.V. After the main contact left the DMC, communication was initially bumpy, leaving the organization without a Saturday evening venue. registered association). At IMEX Koepelkerk venue was recommended. This turned to be the perfect addition for the gala evening.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The M makes the digital experience ‘real’ and redefines the way we work with efficient and engaging solutions, allowing the guest experience team to show and see emotion behind every interaction,” says Reed Kandalaft, Beverly Wilshire regional vice president and general manager. And when they show up, how do we get them involved?

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ADMEI

JANUARY 8, 2025

DMCs – The Unsung Heroes of Local Economies 09 January 2025 In the bustling world of tourism and events, there's a remarkable force silently shaping the economic landscapes of destinations worldwide: Destination Management Companies (DMCs). They spark employment across a spectrum of industries, from hospitality to tech.

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Endless Events

JUNE 23, 2022

We all use all kinds of gadgets, software, and hardware products to manage our personal lives. The gallery hierarchy is very akin to sub folders and you can organize them with tags.” My photo auto-uploads photos and then I can organize them at my leisure. Password Management. Dahlia has a whole class about it.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Elif Balci Fisunoglu As the fifth-leading tourism destination in the world, Turkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism sees a comprehensive sustainability strategy as a priority for staying competitive, according to Dr. Elif Balci Fisunoglu, who serves as Turkiye vice general manager of tourism operations and development.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Elif Balci Fisunoglu As the fifth-leading tourism destination in the world, Turkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism sees a comprehensive sustainability strategy as a priority for staying competitive, according to Dr. Elif Balci Fisunoglu, who serves as Turkiye vice general manager of tourism operations and development.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 9, 2024

The recent death of a participant at an event due to a food allergy led a number of event organizers to comment about event planners taking attendees health concerns seriously. Casey Gale is managing editor of Convene. She reportedly felt ill after eating the food and died shortly after. Immediate action can save lives.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

It’s also a great marker for our members who join organizations to see a face that looks like [them].” If your organization doesn’t match their purpose, it might not appeal to them,” Solomon says. I’m truly grateful my manager asks herself that question every day,” says Hogue. “I’m

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Traveler's Q

JANUARY 16, 2025

Small group travel organizers leverage this sophisticated technology to guarantee exceptional destination alignment with client expectations. Smart Group Management Applications Cutting-edge management tools revolutionize group travel coordination.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Lenovo Tech World is the global technology company’s annual event, and as events at this level go, it’s an enormous undertaking for the planners organizing it. As the destination sales manager at Visit Bellevue, McCormack shares that Bellevue really is a very upscale, “Smart City” destination.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Lenovo Tech World is the global technology company’s annual event, and as events at this level go, it’s an enormous undertaking for the planners organizing it. As the destination sales manager at Visit Bellevue, McCormack shares that Bellevue really is a very upscale, “Smart City” destination.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 3, 2024

To her, event management is “a far-reaching, integrated field.” When it comes to the esteemed industry designation, Connell says, “It’s not just receiving letters behind your name; it relates to understanding how organizations work and the impact that each individual can bring to the overall health of the company.”

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Lenovo Tech World is the global technology company’s annual event, and as events at this level go, it’s an enormous undertaking for the planners organizing it. As the destination sales manager at Visit Bellevue, McCormack shares that Bellevue really is a very upscale, “Smart City” destination.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022

She’s an expert in building professional networks for member-based and attendee-driven organizations. Erica has helped organizations generate revenue ranging from half a million to over 6 million dollars. I started consulting for event organizers,” Erica says. I spent the first 20 years of my career as a global strategist.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Lenovo Tech World is the global technology company’s annual event, and as events at this level go, it’s an enormous undertaking for the planners organizing it. As the destination sales manager at Visit Bellevue, McCormack shares that Bellevue really is a very upscale, “Smart City” destination.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Araujo will work to formalize the organizations sustainability mission, leading the companys global sustainability strategy by aligning operations with environmental and social goals, driving climate urgency initiatives, advancing sustainable partnerships, delivering comprehensive training and implementing sustainability into company culture.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Organizations can entertain, educate, inspire, sell, or do all of the above simultaneously. Organizations use event marketing to: Promote the brand to a larger audience. Many organizations plan one big in-person event or conference yearly and put all their efforts and budget into it. Planning Singular Annual Events.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Lenovo Tech World is the global technology company’s annual event, and as events at this level go, it’s an enormous undertaking for the planners organizing it. As the destination sales manager at Visit Bellevue, McCormack shares that Bellevue really is a very upscale, “Smart City” destination.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 24, 2025

In the recently released report from The Exhibitor Advocate and Evolio Marketing, “The State of the Event Industry: From the Perspective of Exhibit and Event Marketers,” nearly half of exhibitors expressed a mistrust of show organizers. Exhibitors are expressing their concerns and asking for show organizers to partner with them.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 31, 2021

In June, organizations across America were excited about the return of in-person events, and the enticing potential of hybrid events. Community standards: Not only from place to place from organization to organization, different groups of employees have a different comfort level with the risk/reward calculation for live gatherings.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Lenovo Tech World is the global technology company’s annual event, and as events at this level go, it’s an enormous undertaking for the planners organizing it. As the destination sales manager at Visit Bellevue, McCormack shares that Bellevue really is a very upscale, “Smart City” destination.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Lenovo Tech World is the global technology company’s annual event, and as events at this level go, it’s an enormous undertaking for the planners organizing it. As the destination sales manager at Visit Bellevue, McCormack shares that Bellevue really is a very upscale, “Smart City” destination.

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