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It’s been the journey of a lifetime and the greatest professional honor to promote and market the city that I love. The Visit Seattle organization is home to some of the most talented, passionate and brilliant minds in the industry,” Norwalk said. See also : Maritz Is Reinventing What’s Next in Seattle.

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Oaks has also worked with charity and professional organizations such as Downtown Springfield, The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce and Springfield Crimestoppers. Louisville Tourism has promoted Morgan and Lundy to marketing manager roles and hired Clements as convention sales assistant. Dhruv Patel. Matt Connelly.

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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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DECEMBER 19, 2023

Jack Macleod For the last 15-20 years, green meetings and organized gatherings aimed at minimizing negative impacts on the environment have been a concept, but in 2020, after the Covid-19 pandemic, they became a widespread topic in the events industry. On average, events produce 2.5 pounds of landfill waste per person, per day.

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MARCH 29, 2024

Bree DiBernardo Bree DiBernardo, The Gant The Gant promotes DiBernardo to the position of director of sales. LyLy Nguyen LyLy Nguyen, ACVB Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) promotes Nguyen to the role of data and analytics manager. She will now lead the Aspen resort’s sales efforts and strategic initiatives.

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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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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. He has now taken a post with the Visit Oakland Board. Pete/Clearwater.

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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. Morales-Cabrera is promoted to the role of banquet manager. She is known for fostering a growth-oriented team environment.

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MAY 31, 2024

She will now be responsible for driving sales initiatives, creating and maintaining client relationships and promoting The Windsor Court as a premier destination. He will lead Cvent’s global, 1,500+ person client services organization, focusing on customer experience and client satisfaction.

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MAY 31, 2022

After an almost two-year hiatus, planners and event organizers who have moved ahead with physical-only events have been disappointed with attendance. Either way, meeting planners need to organize with both online and physical attendees in mind. Run social media campaigns to promote meetings and compile hashtags for attendees to use.

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JANUARY 28, 2022

Dallas-based global event company Freeman promoted Moggré to chief client officer. Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board (NPIPB), the Bahamas destination marketing organization for Nassau and Paradise Island resorts and hotels, promoted Davis to director of travel industry marketing. Martin Moggré. Claudette Davis.

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JUNE 21, 2021

While event organizers are getting good at planning in-person, hybrid and online events, booking the right speakers and keeping attendees engaged are still some of the biggest challenges. Event organizers will then be able to deliver an event agenda that easily responds to their audience’s expectations.

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OCTOBER 22, 2021

The ‘Destination of Sustainable Cultural Tourism’ Awards enhance the visibility of European cultural tourism destinations, create a platform for sharing experience and knowledge and promotes networking between destinations. 2 nd prize: Feel Good – Campaign to promote sustainable tourism products and services in Germany 2020.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2023

ACVB has also promoted Laws to the role of director of sales. Taylor is passionate about the opportunity for stewardship of a people-first organization and for making a difference in the lives of her team, guests and the surrounding community. Cosgrave is promoted to the role of vice president of account management.

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DECEMBER 17, 2021

PRA , a corporate event planning company in Chicago, has promoted Breining to global sales director. For the past year, Helman has been leading the organization as its interim director while also serving as sports marketing representative. Lindsay Breining. She has also been PRA’s national sales manager, as well as account manager.

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AUGUST 2, 2024

Read More: Get to Know Alexandra Carvalho, CMP Frank Verilli Frank Verrilli, Impact XM Global event and experiential marketing agency Impact XM promotes Verrilli to the role of senior vice president of new business development from his earlier role as vice president of new business development.

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OCTOBER 1, 2022

Promote Your Destination as a Place to Relocate. DMOs can leverage STRs to promote a destination as a place to build a life and grow a career. DMOs can leverage STRs to promote a destination as a place to build a life and grow a career. That means destinations are facing lower occupancy rates during the off-season. .

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DECEMBER 22, 2022

The tourism industry can reach a community in a (literally) organic way! With a focus on environmental and sustainable industry practices for businesses and incentive destinations, IDEAS for Us provides education and resources to domestic and international cities to promote corporate responsibility doing their part for eco-friendly tourism.

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JUNE 29, 2020

Some of the primary upcoming concerns for event organizers will include re-organizing events with the limited timescale, adhering to strict safety guidelines to protect their guests and attendees, and discover solutions that potentially curb the spread of the virus. The second half of 2020, however, looks positive.

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JUNE 20, 2022

Designed in collaboration with Tourism Cares, a nonprofit organization dedicated to making the hospitality industry more eco-friendly, this free course is a first step towards a more sustainable style of travel. The organization frequently collaborates with other hospitality and travel-focused organizations.

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FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Wenks holds over 20 years of experience in executive hospitality leadership, most recently serving as vice president of the sales organization for Omni Hotels. Jessica Bauer Jessica Bauer, The Logan, Philadelphia’s Hotel The Logan , Philadelphia’s Hotel , promotes Bauer to general manager.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2022

He joined the organization in 2015, and since then, has worked as sports marketing and special events coordinator, and operations manager. He has been with the organization for a total of 10 years, joining as program manager for IAAPA Europe in 2009. Patrick Stewart. Wahl will be president and CEO of IAAPA , effective Jan.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2018

The projections turn the venue into a beautiful billboard promoting your event and exciting guests. 3D projection mapping is another awe-inspiring option for organizers. Setting up a long LED entranceway provides organizers the opportunity to communicate an elaborate brand story and build anticipation to a fever pitch.

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JULY 8, 2024

‘Residenz’ since February 2022: The Neubad apartment serves as a retreat for creative and sociocultural short and long stays, actively promoting art and networking. Temporär’ since 2022: Acts as an expert and contact point for interim uses, promoting active knowledge transfer and vacancy prevention.

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OCTOBER 7, 2021

For a preview, we asked Eric Holmen, CEO of Splash , the event marketing software company that powers tens of thousands of business events each month, for trends in how organizers are adjusting their programs. The future for virtual and hybrid could be as an augmentation to promote an in-person road show or workshop. A Hybrid Shift.

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AUGUST 15, 2024

But before ever rolling on the throttle, I was introduced to The Boot Campaign , an organization founded by five Texas women with a mission to provide support and services to active duty military, veterans and their families. It was a concept we decided to adopt and promote through a “Cause Business” alliance we named “2 Guys Doing Good.”

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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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JUNE 17, 2022

Designed in collaboration with Tourism Cares , a nonprofit organization dedicated to making the hospitality industry more eco-friendly, this free course is a great first step toward a more sustainable style of travel. Some are organized into lists of tools and tips, while others stick to a traditional book format.

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DECEMBER 27, 2021

But with news of the Omicron variant changing day-to-day, conference organizers and sponsors are using the skills they’ve acquired in Covid times: flexibility and leveraging virtual options to replace some face-to-face experiences. As of Monday, CES is planning to go forward in Las Vegas, Jan. See also : Meeting Safety Trends in 2022.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Gerstmann, who serves as president and CEO of the organization, adds: “We know that attendees and exhibitors are conflicted between needing to engage with their professional and industry networks and not wanting to support states that have enacted restrictive legislation targeted at specific groups. In short, buycott, don’t boycott.

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JULY 24, 2024

In an era that seems defined by divisive politics, Welsh addressed the continued debate around boycotting destinations when the organization holding and attending the meeting disagrees with politics in that area. We stand united in celebrating and promoting these ideals at every opportunity.”

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FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Professional organizations are initiating the discussions by hosting webinars, in-person trainings and constantly inviting accessible and inclusive topics to their agenda. How can the industry do more to promote diversity?

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JULY 19, 2024

Research shows that teams with a strong sense of belonging perform 56% better, and individuals who feel belonging receive more promotions and raises, thriving both personally and professionally. The insights gathered revealed unique patterns within different groups and organizations.

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

hosts advocacy conferences and groups hoping to promote change right on the steps of Capitol Hill. From the Professional Women in Advocacy Summit to the ASACC National Student Advocacy Conference, hundreds of organizations are looking to get people engaged and motivated. Every day, Washington, D.C.

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MARCH 7, 2022

Event organizers want to focus on delivering exceptional experiences to attendees via smooth-running events. Alon helps marketers and event organizers from world-leading brands promote, manage and maximize their professional events to create memorable and impactful experiences. Alon Alroy, co-founder, CMO and CCO, Bizzabo.

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JULY 12, 2024

Allison Aguilar Bultman Allison Aguilar Bultman, Destination Madison Destination Madison promotes Aguilar Bultman to a brand new sales position: convention sales manager, multicultural markets. Aguilar Bultman joined Destination Madison in 2022 as partnership development manager.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Addressing Stress Even before the pandemic, the World Health Organization had recognized burnout as a diagnosable medical condition. Company leaders must recognize the profound impact that work-related stress has on employees, and consequently, the overall success of organizations. In fact, more than half of U.S.

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