Smart Meetings

JANUARY 1, 2019

Smart Meetings contacted Sharlet Brennan, a content marketing consultant and president of Brennan Communications, for tips on how to leverage all that traffic for events. More often, companies are dealing with tragedies ranging from public relations scandals to natural disasters. That’s a mistake,” Burns says. Mobile Friendly.

Social Media 279

Social Media Media Consulting Sponsors 279

Smart Meetings

APRIL 27, 2021

Smart Meetings loves recognizing talented hospitality professionals who will help the industry evolve as we get back to meeting, so when we heard that Destinations International had announced their 2021 30 Under 30 class from convention and visitors bureaus and tourism boards around the world, we wanted to get to know them better.

Tourism 279

Tourism Tourism Communications Communications 279

Smart Meetings

MARCH 3, 2023

Formerly a postgraduate in public relations and advertising, working with technology clients as a PR executive, a vacation to the Cayman Islands was all it took to change Pereira’s career trajectory forever. “I How to Get Started Goodman notes event associations are a great way to test the waters in the events and meetings industry.

Event Planning 246

Event Planning Advertising Hospitality Public Relations 246

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Kate Yordi Kate Yordi, Visit Mesa Visit Mesa , the regional destination marketing organization for Mesa, Arizona, has expanded its team with the promotion of Yordi. Read More: Smart Moves in San Diego, New York and More The post Smart Moves in Chicago, Arizona and More appeared first on Smart Meetings.

Hospitality 264

Hospitality Public Relations Incentives Management 264

Smart Meetings

MARCH 29, 2024

Morascini, who has sat on the board of Island County tourism since 2016, takes on the role of marketing and public relations director. He will pursue meetings with 200-2,000 attendees from organizations based in Arizona, New Mexico and the upper Midwest.

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Tourism Tourism Promotion Hospitality 255

Smart Meetings

APRIL 11, 2023

An incentive destination for the new generation Any time a hit television show features a distinct destination, meeting professionals get interested and the tourism industry of that location gets a real boost. Meeting professionals are seeing Thailand as the next “most desired” location for incentive trips.

Culture 242

Culture Incentives Public Relations Tourism 242

Advanced Travel and Tourism

AUGUST 22, 2023

When the CEO is familiar with the content plan, they can provide valuable insights, ensuring that the marketing strategies align with the organization’s overall goals. PR Department Engagement Public Relations is all about storytelling and maintaining a positive brand image. Encourage open dialogue and collaboration.

Marketing 246

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Scarborough is manager of visitor marketing and Shircel is associate manager of media relations for Visit Mesa in Arizona. Before joining the organization, she worked as operations coordinator for Veterans United Home Loans, based in Columbia, Missouri. Scarborough previously worked as coordinator of visitor marketing for Visit Mesa.

Public Relations 245

Public Relations Hospitality Management Communications 245

Solimar International

MAY 8, 2022

Learn about one of the most interesting Virginia Destination Management Organizations here. What is the role of Virginia Destination Management Organizations in working with this national brand? I received a degree in Communication with a focus in Public Relations from Virginia Tech.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 8, 2022

Choose Chicago named Osmond president and CEO of its organization, making her the first woman to hold the role in the Chicago DMO’s history. He is also presently diversity, equity and inclusion chair for Meeting Professionals International (MPI) Global. Lynn Osmond. Regis Beijing. Von DeLuna.

Public Relations 130

Public Relations Hospitality Government Management 130

Endless Events

DECEMBER 16, 2019

From Coca-Cola to Nike bringing their most senior marketing executives to Akron, Ohio to meet with LeBron” “I was on the planning team for that at maybe age 19. “When it became time to network, the event organizers suggested going up to someone with the same colored dot on their name tag as me.

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 15, 2024

This may start with something like, “Pretend you’re an organizer of an AI conference …” The key is constructing your prompt with specificity to influence the AI’s behavior. Vanessa Page is a copy director at mdg , A Freeman Company, a full-service marketing and public relations firm specializing in B2B events.

SEO 111

SEO Retail Public Relations B2B 111

DCI

JULY 14, 2022

As the meetings industry revs back up, research from IACC is giving us hope that in-person meetings will be back in force sooner than later. It’s time to get back on meeting planners’ radars, and these top meetings industry writers are some of the best journalists to know. Corporate & Incentive Travel.

Meeting 70

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Visit Seattle has long recognized its native heritage through cultural components or land acknowledgements at the organization’s annual meetings, he said.

Public Relations 98

Public Relations Website Culture Promotion 98

Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Millennial and Gen Z event attendees prefer immersive experiences, personal relevance, and immediate engagement trends that are poised to change meetings and events. Beyond that, were driving recommended changes to the on-site experience so that it meets the expectations of these younger generations.

Trade Show 52

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

AUGUST 22, 2023

When the CEO is familiar with the content plan, they can provide valuable insights, ensuring that the marketing strategies align with the organization’s overall goals. PR Department Engagement Public Relations is all about storytelling and maintaining a positive brand image. Encourage open dialogue and collaboration.

Marketing 130

Marketing Marketing Social Media Communications 130

Convene by PCMA

JUNE 18, 2022

works with event organizers “to bring the authentic Nashville to their meetings,” said Deana Ivey, the organization’s president. When groups meet in the country music capital of the world, they can draw upon local artists or bands for entertainment as well as songwriters for team-building activities. “At Prioritize DEI.

Public Relations 99

Public Relations Sports Prospect Audience 99

Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Yes to all of the above, according to Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes, CEM, president of the marketing and public relations firm, mdg, who offered 20 real-world examples of personalization in her presentation, “ Facilitating Curated Event Experiences: How Thinking Small Delivers Big Returns ,” at Convening Leaders 2024.

Attendee 116

Attendee Trade Show Registration Certification 116

Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

220 international buyers from 33 countries and territories will set up over 10,000 B2B trade meetings, providing opportunities for networking, negotiations, and signing future cooperation agreements. Domestic exhibitors make up 77%, while international exhibitors account for 23%.

Seminar 101

Seminar Tourism Tourism Sustainability 101

Convene by PCMA

MARCH 16, 2022

With so much website traffic coming from mobile devices (which come in a diverse range of sizes and shapes), developing smart, organic design patterns that adapt to fit any screen is key. But your event site’s beautiful, well-conceived design will only matter if your prospects get a chance to see it. Your website is for everyone.

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Website SEO Automation Social Media 111

Social Tables

JULY 31, 2018

In this guest post, Accelevents co-founder and COO Zach Hagopian breaks down the five most crucial tips he’s learned from his own experience organizing an annual event in Boston. I even organize my own annual fundraiser, hosting over 1,000 attendees every year to support cancer research and treatment.

Sponsors 149

Sponsors Logistics Vendor Events 149

Convene by PCMA

APRIL 6, 2022

I’ve had my ear to the ground during the nearly first quarter of the year and have aggregated the following advice and insights from organizers who have planned, produced, supported and/or marketed successful 2022 events. (Courtesy of International Housewares Association). Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes. Don’t let perfect be the enemy of good.

Retail 98

Retail Public Relations Events Regulations 98

Maritz Global Events

AUGUST 21, 2019

Public Safety & Security. If you’re going to achieve your organization’s goals, you need to make your guests feel safe and secure at your events, as any unpleasant incidents can ruin the atmosphere and make it impossible to continue with your program. Public Relations Flubs. About Sarah.

Event Planning 68

Event Planning Public Relations Events Preparation 68

Travel Daily Media

AUGUST 29, 2023

Here, 33 companies will be co-exhibiting with the Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC), providing the perfect opportunity for domestic tourism professionals to connect with the Maldivian travel trade, establish new business relations, and explore the endless opportunities awaiting the Chinese tourism industry in the Maldives. (..)

Travel 97

Travel Travel Public Relations Social Media 97

Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Exhibitors, in particular, said that they were able to do more business in just three days than they did in months of virtual meetings. And while having the opportunity to learn is important to their audience, Insuretech organizers didn’t over-program their event — after so long apart, people just wanted to be together.

Public Relations 98

Public Relations Events Communications Communications 98

Convene by PCMA

APRIL 24, 2023

Abstract language, like the headline in this promotion for the 2021 LeadingAge Annual Meeting + EXPO, can be useful in creating emotional connections. Shereé Whiteley is a copy director at mdg , a Freeman Company, a full-service marketing and public relations firm specializing in B2B events.

Event Marketing 97

Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Prospect 97

Motivation Excellence

MAY 12, 2020

It also means that these employees are connected to their organizations. Worker engagement has to do with how involved an employee is in advancing the goals of her organization. Employees trust the leaders to make the right decisions for the organization. Everyone believes that the organization is on a path towards success.

Communications 130

Communications Communications Human Resources Organization 130

Advanced Travel and Tourism

AUGUST 22, 2023

When the CEO is familiar with the content plan, they can provide valuable insights, ensuring that the marketing strategies align with the organization’s overall goals. PR Department Engagement Public Relations is all about storytelling and maintaining a positive brand image. Encourage open dialogue and collaboration.

Marketing 100

Marketing Marketing Social Media Communications 100

Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 17, 2024

Heather Kirksey and Jason Lusk Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) has promoted Heather Kirksey to vice president of public relations, corporate events and membership. In her new role, Kirksey will lead the membership and events team, in addition to the organization’s public relations department.

Public Relations 52

Public Relations Hospitality Promotion Tourism 52

Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 22, 2021

When considering our role in fostering sustainability, event marketers and show organizers often target the low-hanging fruit: reducing or eliminating paper and plastic, instituting recycling programs, donating leftover food and supplies, and maybe even minimizing emissions by working with local vendors. Let’s think outside the recycling bin.

Sustainability 98

Sustainability Public Relations Events Event Marketing 98

Convene by PCMA

JULY 26, 2021

Editor’s note: PCMA Groundbreakers is an initiative honoring industry trailblazers who represent diverse sectors of the business events community, recognizing those who have made a significant contribution to their organizations and to programs that advance inclusion and equity. And so I didn’t meet anybody.”. A Big Delta’ in Tech.

Human Resources 98

Human Resources Networking Public Relations Social Media 98

DCI

JANUARY 27, 2022

The “most wanted” media targets for destination marketing organizations often include the same travel-oriented titles… Afar , Condé Nast Traveler and Travel+Leisure. Dedicated travel publications aren’t going anywhere, unless you’re an inflight magazine. . Let’s call it a creative twist, instead, but big thinkers reap big rewards.

Media 80

Media Travel Travel Fashion 80

Convene by PCMA

APRIL 30, 2024

Similarly, event organizers can tease their audience with short clips, exclusive announcements, or a drip campaign to create buzz and build excitement. RELATED: Academic Conferences Tackle the Taylor Swift Phenomenon Be vulnerable, authentic, accessible. Share true stories about your event, your organization, and the people involved.

Event Marketing 59

Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Social Media 59

Social Tables

JULY 31, 2018

In this guest post, Accelevents co-founder and COO Zach Hagopian breaks down the five most crucial tips he’s learned from his own experience organizing an annual event in Boston. I even organize my own annual fundraiser, hosting over 1,000 attendees every year to support cancer research and treatment.

Sponsors 97

Sponsors Logistics Vendor Events 97

Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 8, 2024

(Whatever Media Group) From Netflix recommendations to targeted emails, “we live in a world of mass personalization,” said Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes, CEM, president of mdg, a marketing and public relations firm specializing in B2B events. Provide access to private meeting rooms. Create a welcoming registration area. “I

Trade Show 52

Trade Show Registration Public Relations B2B 52

Convene by PCMA

MAY 1, 2024

She joined the team in 2022 and has played a key role in booking short-term events, planning Choose Lansing meetings, and providing essential support to the sales and services team. She will provide administrative sales support, as well as event and meeting coordination. Abby Feltzer has been hired as sales and services coordinator.

Public Relations 52

Public Relations Sports Sustainability Promotion 52

Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 10, 2024

Snow has extensive experience working in various sectors of the tourism industry, including convention and meeting sales and destination partner relations. In his new role, Doane will oversee all disciplines within marketing, including brand and tactical marketing, public relations, partnerships, social media, and digital platforms.

Public Relations 52

Public Relations Social Media Tourism Tourism 52