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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FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Elif Balci Fisunoglu, who serves as Turkiye vice general manager of tourism operations and development. But it also includes protecting cultural heritage, promotion of local traditions and biodiversity protection in addition to promoting local gastronomy, labor force development and human rights standards.

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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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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. The NBA Wizards and NHL Ducks had similar post-draft meets.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Elif Balci Fisunoglu, who serves as Turkiye vice general manager of tourism operations and development. But it also includes protecting cultural heritage, promotion of local traditions and biodiversity protection in addition to promoting local gastronomy, labor force development and human rights standards.

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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). The team transported equipment directly by van on setup day. At IMEX Koepelkerk venue was recommended.

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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. Promote Your Event.

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NOVEMBER 15, 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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NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Prior to this new position, Oaks worked for Bank of Springfield Center in Illinois as its director of operations and box office manager and, later, as the center’s general manager. Azerai Can Tho Resort , in the Mekong River Delta of Vietnam, has named Pillet general manager. Dhruv Patel. Spencer Cody and Ellen McGinnis.

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DECEMBER 17, 2021

PRA , a corporate event planning company in Chicago, has promoted Breining to global sales director. Breining has a long, accomplished history in marketing and management, previously PRA’s director of sales. She has also been PRA’s national sales manager, as well as account manager. General Hotel Management Ltd.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2024

She will build on the resort organization’s people-driven culture to improve the physical and mental wellness culture throughout the organization using data-driven solutions. She has an extensive background in the hospitality industry, especially with hotel management and sales. Before joining Play Social Inc.,

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 28, 2022

Rothberg is now hotel manager of Kimpton Marlowe Hotel in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Rothberg has been in sales, marketing and management for over 10 years and has been a leader in her field at Harrah’s Entertainment, The Ebbitt Room at The Virginia Hotel Cape May in New Jersey, Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants and others. Martin Moggré.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Jaye Moreau and Beth Haddock Jaye Moreau (left) and Beth Haddock (right), Kōloa Landing Resort Luxury Kaua’i resort, K ōloa Landing Resort , has appointed Moreau as destination weddings and sales manager. Haddock also joins the team as catering sales and service manager. ACVB has also promoted Laws to the role of director of sales.

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NOVEMBER 14, 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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Redfin

MARCH 31, 2025

But creating an organized and peaceful space for your kids doesn’t have to break the bank. Beyond aesthetics, an organized space offers significant benefits for children. Decluttering: The foundation of the organization The foundation of any organized kids’ room starts with decluttering.

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Smart Meetings

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. Ashley Del Buono Ashley Del Buono, The Windsor Court The Windsor Court announces Ashley Del Buono as sales manager.

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ADMEI

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

14 November 2024 WIMBERLEY, TX—13 November 2024—The Association of Destination Management Executives International (ADMEI) is pleased to announce the finalists for the 2025 ADMEI Awards , which honor outstanding achievements and professional excellence in the Destination Management industry.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 2, 2024

Duggan will serve as general manager. Alex Carvalho Alex Carvalho, PG&E After 11 years as senior event manager, national sales events at Kaiser Permanente, Carvalho joins Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) as manager of the corporate events team.

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NOVEMBER 14, 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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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. In 2022, he was named HSMAI General Manager of the Year for South Florida.

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NOVEMBER 14, 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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NOVEMBER 14, 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

MARCH 18, 2025

Meeting and event planners are creative, detail-oriented professionals responsible for organizing everything from corporate conferences and trade shows to weddings and incentive travel. By partnering with travel-related newsletters, hotels can share promotional offers, highlight unique amenities, and encourage bookings.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 23, 2024

Mercedes Miller Mercedes Miller, The ATL Airport District Convention & Visitors Bureau Miller takes on the role of president of The ATL Airport District Convention & Visitors Bureau , the destination marketing organization for the cities of College Park, Hapeville and Union City, following Cookie Smoak’s retirement.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 6, 2024

This approach, when executed with sincerity, enriches the event experience, fosters a positive atmosphere and promotes lasting impacts on attendees’ lifestyles. This promotes physical well-being and mental clarity, energizing participants and fostering a sense of community.

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MARCH 29, 2024

Loercher will fill the role of embrace program manager, in which she will engage the community, businesses, nonprofits and government in the principles of regenerative tourism. Brennan Bastyovansky Brennan Bastyovansky, WTP Bastyovansky will serve as general manager of sales and marketing for World Travel Protection (WTP).

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JULY 12, 2024

Nicole Okuna Nicole Okuna, The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort Okuna is appointed as general manager of The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort. Willison takes on the role of account manager and will assist corporate and association clients. She previously served as a global sourcing manager at Bishop-McCann.

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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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NOVEMBER 15, 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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JUNE 21, 2024

Rogers takes on the role of general manager. Alexandra Marozzi Alexandra Marozzi, Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa has promoted Marozzi to the role of senior sales executive, in which she will manage the resort’s golf/sports segment.

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NOVEMBER 16, 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

MAY 5, 2021

Yet, despite the high potential for virtual events due to cost savings and ease of access, there is a considerable challenge ahead for event organizers to deliver a truly valuable experience by replicating the networking opportunities for attendees that exist during live events. Provide this as a sample message template to all speakers.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2022

He has also worked as senior sales manager for Atlanta Marriott Marquis and front desk, catering and sales roles at New York Marriott Downtown. He joined the organization in 2015, and since then, has worked as sports marketing and special events coordinator, and operations manager. Victoria Berwick. Patrick Stewart. Jakob Wahl.

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Traveler's Q

MAY 23, 2024

Embracing an eco-conscious travel management approach is not just about minimizing your environmental footprint; it’s about enriching your travel experience while preserving the world’s natural and cultural treasures for future generations. Submit a proposal , and let’s plan your next adventure with sustainability at its core.

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NOVEMBER 15, 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

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Thompson is catering sales and event manager for The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa, Avon, Vail Valley in Colorado. She also worked as reservations agent and manager in training for conference services and groups sales. She also worked as reservations agent and manager in training for conference services and groups sales.

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