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Best of 2022: Sustainability

Smart Meetings

Sustainability is a topic of much discussion and will likely remain so for the foreseeable future. Meeting venues, airports, car manufacturers and hotels have all been making efforts to tackle the question of climate change and longevity in the hospitality industry. In the sustainability world, it began when U.S.

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How IMEX Frankfurt Answered Critical Questions for a Sustainable Event

Smart Meetings

This commitment has led to more than a decade of work across venues and suppliers around the topics of waste, water, energy, supply-chain, social equity and social impact. For example, the weight of recycled material can actually be weighed on a scale, in ideal circumstances, or be tracked and reported through detailed venue hauling records.

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DMCs – The Unsung Heroes of Local Economies

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The Ripple Effect of DMC Activities When we think of economic drivers, industries like manufacturing or technology often come to mind. From the moment an event is secured, local vendors, venues, and service providers spring into action. However, the impact of DMCs on local economies is both profound and far-reaching.

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New and Renovated: Innovators, Go International!

Smart Meetings

Venues around the world reveal groundbreaking debuts Pioneering venues make the meeting world go round. Luxury like you so far have only imagined pops up in new and renovated hotels and venues in Tokyo, coastal Mexico and London.

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The Overlooked RFP Asks That Could Save The Planet

Smart Meetings

How to master the New Green RFP In Smart Meetings’ latest Smart Chat Live webinar, “ How to Master the New Green RFP ,” attendees learned about how to create a sustainable RFP and prioritize sustainability in every area of their sourcing processes. Spoiler alert: the most overlooked areas are often the most impactful.

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15 Best Business Travel Cities for Spring 2025 (Expert-Picked)

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Modern venues throughout the Financial District host regular industry mixers that create valuable connection opportunities. The Inspired Home Show runs March 2-5, while the innovative ProMat 2025 manufacturing technology showcase takes place March 17-20. The historic Bell Federal Building conversion and the dynamic 111 W.

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Smart Travel: Flying Taxi Startup Raises Millions, Armenia Debuts Top Luxury Destination, Marriott Acquires Postcard Cabins and More

Smart Meetings

Looking for an out-of-the-ordinary, nature-heavy venue option? Dubai Marks Progress in Tourism, Events and Sustainability in 2024 With nearly 15 million overnight visitors as of October 2024, Dubai has hit its stride as a top international destination for tourism, meetings and events.

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