Smart Meetings

JULY 21, 2022

Diversity, sustainability and violent crime were on the agenda for Destinations International Annual Convention 2022 in Toronto, Canada, this week along with a host of other social issues destination marketing organizations are taking on as they emerge from Covid empowered to address a larger mission of getting heads in beds. Much Respect. “We

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Endless Events

MAY 5, 2022

It saves time, optimizes event management , boosts engagement, and thus makes event marketing more profitable. Event Technology Supports Sustainability. Planners who strive to plan truly sustainable events can use technology solutions to curb the effect that the events industry has on the environment. .

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 5, 2021

Its 2021 DestinationNEXT Futures Study points the way for these destination organizations to rebuild their visitor economies while creating “more sustainable destinations and enriching their communities.”. Sustainable development: destination and product development to marry people, planet, profit and policy.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 30, 2023

The LEED Platinum Oregon Convention Center (OCC) guarantees that you will have a sustainable event. Sustainability is in the Pacific Northwest’s DNA, and the OCC team is committed to the role of being an industry leader in sustainability. It’s one of the largest solar arrays in a convention center in the nation.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 23, 2018

In today’s shows are iconic and gigantic panel will weigh in on hot topics and trends in the events industry. From AI to sustainability and many more hot topics, you don’t want to miss this jam-packed two-hour episode! IMEX is one of our most sustainable events in the industry. This is the place to be! This is all for you!

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Traveler's Q

MAY 3, 2024

” Sustainability in Event Spaces: Explore what makes a venue ‘green’ and why sustainability is key in today’s event planning industry. .” ” Sustainability in Event Spaces: Explore what makes a venue ‘green’ and why sustainability is key in today’s event planning industry.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Book venues with renewable energy sources like solar panels. The silver lining is that the energy crisis can motivate our industry to start implementing sustainability in more significant, meaningful ways. So, start planning now and get creative with your event budget in 2023 — and don’t forget about sustainability!

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 18, 2024

In-market managing directors for countries all over the world reported on trends in consumer sentiment, government policies and all-important airlift limitations. The difference is that they are not participating in group tours in as large of numbers. They are looking for immersive, unique cultural experiences.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 22, 2024

But in recent years, sustainability has grown from a niche topic to a central focus in the industry. More planners than ever are including certain sustainable measures in their RFPs, looking for ways to reduce waste and even carbon accounting—keeping track of the carbon emissions produced throughout their events. Where was the plastic?

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Traveler's Q

MAY 3, 2024

” Sustainability in Event Spaces: Explore what makes a venue ‘green’ and why sustainability is key in today’s event planning industry. ” Sustainability in Event Spaces: Explore what makes a venue ‘green’ and why sustainability is key in today’s event planning industry.

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Endless Events

MAY 19, 2020

2020 Virtual Event Trend: A Continued Focus on Sustainability. Sustainability cannot be an afterthought. Event registration platforms and management software hold a goldmine of information for hackers. Not only can this save planners time but also is more sustainable. Managing Expectations and Avoiding Bad Experiences .

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ADMEI

DECEMBER 27, 2023

This candid panel provided fantastic ideas for how to enhance client experience, bring business to specific destinations, and help DOs and DMCs experience greater success. This panel will help you see the importance of synergy between DOs and DMCs, and it’s available to all on-demand now.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Ashley Cavalli, business development manager at Swingers, added, “It’s really about that engaging experience. New Activities in Victoria, BC, Canada Miranda Ji Victoria Conference Center in British Columbia, a biosphere-certified and carbon-neutral venue, offers sustainable event options with tools and guides for planners.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 30, 2022

B2B travel management platform CWT recently launched a point-of-sale carbon footprint indicator for its myCWT mobile and web app, as part of the company’s $100 million investment in its myCWT platform. “We CWT Carbon Footprint Indicator. Read More : Hotels Are Zero-ing Their Game. Carbon Footprints and Big Business.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

California innovators are actively inventing a more sustainable future in and out of the ballroom. It is a model for a sustainable economic future. Let’s look at the legacy of sustainable innovation, where it is going next and what it means for meeting professionals. Sustainable Meeting. A Green Legacy.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 23, 2024

The Power of Catering Tracy Stuckrath Meeting professional choices about food and beverage orders impact everything from sustainability, engagement and inclusivity to budget. Read More: Eat, Drink, Sip and Savor Resource Guide Smart food and beverage programs start at the RFP process where you ask about their sourcing and waste management.

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Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

The post ‘Sustainability MICE Series’ from Hilton appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. With the recent grand launch of DoubleTree by Hilton in Shah Alam i-City, the hotel now introduces their latest offering: the Sustainability MICE Series. That is why our advocacy for sustainability is crucial to our hospitality.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 26, 2023

The renovations introduce new lighting systems, fresh carpet and acoustic panels to many of the venue’s 78,000 sq. which can accommodate up to 2,500 guests across the venue, smart building management systems maintain the sustainable initiative. Amenities include catering by SAVOR…Jacksonville as well as a gift shop. 113,021 sq.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 20, 2021

A panel consisting of Durst Event Strategies Owner Marcia Durst, Medtronic Senior Meeting and Events Sourcing Optimization Specialist Lauren Goff and events! President Heather Tanfani shared strategies and tactics for planning post-pandemic sustainable meetings. Enterprises Inc. Association Expansion. pic.twitter.com/zpawrCYZde.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

2020 Event Trend: A Continued Focus on Sustainability. Sustainability cannot be an afterthought. Event registration platforms and management software hold a goldmine of information for hackers. Not only can this save planners time but also is more sustainable. Managing Expectations and Avoiding Bad Experiences .

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Bizzaboo

MAY 27, 2024

Keep reading to learn some of the insights our star-studded panel shared about event industry trends and to access a link to the webinar that you can watch on-demand at any time. Despite this, less than 10% of event organizers prioritize DE&I and sustainability initiatives. Something’s got to give. “I

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 5, 2023

Annual conference center gathering in Durham addressed staffing, sustainability and collaboration A nine-year average drop in the age of the meeting/hospitality professional since the start of the pandemic translates into a loss of nine years of collective knowledge. I didn’t pick hospitality; it picked me,” said Candace Hemingway.

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Traveler's Q

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The city’s healthcare sector runs on partnerships between medical institutions and technology companies, as showed by the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s extensive facility management projects valued at USD 450 million. The event showcases specialized tracks including AI, Climate & Sustainability, and the Tech Industry.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 3, 2023

The post Hilton wins first-ever Sustainable Stand Award at 30th edition of Arabian Travel Market appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Hilton was presented with the inaugural Sustainable Stand Award at the 30 th edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which will run at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) until Thursday 4 May.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

And they had a diversity panel but it was all white men”, Risha recalls. ” I thought, “How does that happen for a diversity panel?” And that’s where the industry struggles” “Right, I see a lot of diversity conferences. Not too long ago a client actually posted a photo from a huge conference.

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 1, 2024

The post British Airways and Virgin Atlantic CEOs to speak at Sustainable Skies World Summit 2024 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. Making significant steps to be more sustainable, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic are among the airlines leading the industry within the sustainable aviation sector.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 12, 2023

As part of the same panel discussion, Encore Global CEO Ben Erwin called for investing in people assets. None of background was printed, it was all projected light on muslin panels, so it’s reusable and sustainable. The core of what people want is a reliable, friendly experience.” That is a clear winning strategy.”.

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Travel Daily Media

JANUARY 29, 2024

The post Raising Standards and Championing Sustainability for HoReCa appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. In a world increasingly conscious of its ecological footprint, the hotels, restaurants, and catering (HoReCa) sector have emerged as a lead champion of sustainability.

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Solimar International

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Greenwashing example: A DMO uses vague or ambiguous language like “eco-friendly” or “sustainable” without clarifying what those terms actually mean in the context of the services it provides and the destination it serves. Are sustainability goals material to the organization’s operations and supported by a clear roadmap?

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

The Farm at Javits Center, which is managed by urban farming company Brooklyn Grange, encompasses a one-acre working farm, a pear and apple orchard, and an all-season greenhouse. If it raises the rooftop bar concept up to a whole new level, it also sets new standards for sustainability. The rooftop is part of a $1.5-billion

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Eventtia

JANUARY 15, 2025

How Event Software Makes Planning Easier Event management software makes running events much easier. It helps with things like managing registrations, selling tickets, and promoting your event. Using event software saves time and makes events easier to manage. Types of Marketing Events Corporate events managed with Eventtia.

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Solimar International

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Discover how Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles are revolutionizing the tourism industry, driving sustainability through strategic implementation, and shaping a greener future for travel. Ethical decision-making, stakeholder engagement, and effective governance mechanisms lay the groundwork for sustainable operations.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 5, 2023

Marriott International’s third board chair in the company’s 96-year history, David Marriott, explained at the opening session that the company is focused on technology, growth, sustainability and DEI. The very definition of diversity was being expanded beyond what you could see, however.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Noteworthy features include fiber-optic and Wi-Fi connectivity in all spaces, a high-speed infrastructure system supporting 5G, a sophisticated event management platform, and a people-counting system that uses 3D stereo-vision sensors to track traffic in real time. Sustainability continues to rank as a top priority for the facility.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 20, 2022

The post Arabian Travel Market 2023 launches sustainable stand award appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023, which is being held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 1–4 May 2023, will feature a sustainability category at its annual exhibitor awards next year for the first time.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Kimberly Lewis knew she had found her place working an organization that understood “how sustainability, how buildings, how community, how the health of our planet affects us in our everyday lives,” she said. All of the natural light and the solar panels and the filtration system — it blew me away,” she recalled. “I Editor’s note: ?

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 21, 2024

The post The UK and Spain’s travel industries unite at second edition of ‘Spain Sustainability Day’ appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. The panel discussed biodiversity in tourism and how tourism is critical in terms of connectivity and education.

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