Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022

On Wednesday, California lawmakers passed an extensive climate and clean energy bill with the goal of decarbonizing the state’s electrical grid, regulating projects to eliminate carbon from the atmosphere and eliminating new oil drilling near communities. 8 billion to decarbonize California’s power grid. $15

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APRIL 9, 2020

Southern California is the premier geography for event planners to consider. Our Top Picks for Southern California Meeting and Event Venues provide everything you would expect in Southern California -- and so much more. An executive conference room is available for meetings of up to 25. Los Angeles, CA.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 6, 2021

Convention centers and other venues hosting 5,000 or more will need attendees to be tested or show vaccination proof. ECA noted that in California, business events support about 290,000 jobs. In Nevada, as of March 15 gatherings are limited to 250 people or 50 percent of a venue's fire-code capacity, whichever is fewer.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 29, 2022

The sequence was a vivid reminder set to the beat of Queen’s “Don’t Stop Me Now” that California has one of the most diverse landscapes imaginable with something to charm for every visitor. That message of diversity, abundance and welcoming is even more applicable for groups looking to return to in-person meetings safely and dynamically.

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Unique Venues

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Sunshine, warm weather, and unique attractions await you when you choose a California college or university as your next event space. Most venues across the United States may be quickly approaching the frigid, snow-ridden winter season, but not west coast venues! ” California State University, Northridge.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 15, 2024

Bring your meetings to destinations that go above and beyond Looking for a meeting space that is versatile, unique and nails top-notch hospitality? You may find it in an innovative, high-tech NYC venue; or, perhaps a characteristic boutique hotel in beautiful Boise. of meeting and event space.

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Unique Venues

MAY 14, 2020

There’s a reason why California is one of our nation’s most popular states. California is perfect for any sort of event-- with literally something for everyone. Though it was challenging, we were able to come up with a list of Top Picks for Event Venues in Northern California. Check them out!

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Milestone Events Group

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

If you’re tying the knot in the picturesque state of California, here’s your comprehensive guide on how to have a stress-free wedding. Is it the venue, the guest list, the food, or perhaps the overall ambiance? Lean on Your Venue Too: Your chosen wedding venue can be a valuable resource in reducing stress.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 10, 2024

Spaces to Inspire Your Next All-Star Meeting An essential part of an outstanding meeting is an amazing location. These new and renovated venues offer the perfect canvas for the meeting planner’s creative mind. It also includes three distinct meeting rooms, two of which are 471 sq. each and one at 1,680 sq.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 2, 2023

Bring joy into your meetings Joy is contagious. Using WalletHub’s list of the happiest cities in America , Smart Meetings gathered some of the top locations, venues and locations that are sure to bring a smile to your attendees’ faces. of meeting and event space and 43 breakout rooms.

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Unique Venues

MARCH 11, 2019

Northern California is one of the most scenic and diverse parts of California with major cities of interest including Oakland, San Francisco, and San Jose—memorable areas that merge mountains with metropolises and technology booms with the bounty of wine country. University of California, Davis. San Francisco, CA.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 10, 2021

Opening in May, the brand-new Kimpton property offers 144 guest rooms with five distinct meeting areas, totaling 3,800 sq. Hilton Santa Monica Hotel and Suites , California. of meeting space, a 24-hour fitness center and chef-driven on-site dining. The Banneker , Washington, D.C. of indoor and open-air event space.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 14, 2023

In this role, she will manage culinary teams across the resort’s dining venues and will design dessert menus for large-scale events and daily dining. Nicola Cavicchini Nicola Cavicchini Cavicchini joins northern California destination resort CordeValle with a new vision for their three restaurants.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 14, 2023

In this role, she will manage culinary teams across the resort’s dining venues and will design dessert menus for large-scale events and daily dining. Nicola Cavicchini Nicola Cavicchini Cavicchini joins northern California destination resort CordeValle with a new vision for their three restaurants.

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Unique Venues

JULY 15, 2021

Meet at University of California, Davis. Centrally located, the University of California, Davis has access to the city or the mountains in any direction, making it the perfect location for any guest to enjoy. University of California, Davis can accommodate up to 3,900 overnight guests on and off-campus.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Two properties in Humboldt, California, just did something innovative but—given its location—not that surprising after all. Humboldt also has event space spanning across four venues, such as the 2,500-square-foot Hangar and the outdoor Oyster Beach. Scotia Lodge also offers outdoor and indoor meeting spaces. Seventeen other U.S.

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EventUp

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

From sandy beaches to lush gardens, the state of California offers a variety of beautiful backdrops for your nuptials. This beautiful outdoor venue was originally built for the 1915 Panama-Pacific exhibition and is now available for weddings for up to 3,000 guests. This venue provides in-house catering and drinks only.

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Unique Venues

MAY 10, 2023

Join us for our very first episode of “On the Road,” Unique Venues’ highlight reel of unique event spaces in popular destinations throughout the country. In this episode, follow our very own UV venue advisor, Jill Pheffer, to explore sunny Los Angeles, California, and all its countless offerings! Offering 9,300 sq.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 15, 2022

The destination marketing company Terramar Destinations welcomed Patay to the team as its director of engagement for its United States DMC offices in California’s San Francisco, Napa and Sonoma. of meeting and event space. Martin is an award-winning event strategy leader with 15 years of experience in events and meetings management.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

In what has become a far too familiar cycle , California is again dealing with a rash of wildfires, now officially declared federal disasters. Meanwhile, two more fires have raged in Southern California—the Hill Fire in Ventura County and the Woolsey Fire in Ventura and Los Angeles Counties. Keep windows and doors of venues closed.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 29, 2022

But for meeting planners it may sound like, “New Year, New Venue!”. If meeting planners are aiming to leave attendees immersed in glamor and luxury, booking The Ritz-Carlton is always a good bet. The Ritz-Carlton caters to small or large meeting events, with a ballroom that accommodates up to 283 attendees.

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MeetingsNet

JULY 23, 2020

The push by meeting and event facilities to be known for implementing “the industry’s highest standards for cleaning and disinfecting” is in full swing. Effective communication between the venue and both event planners and attendees is part of the accreditation program as well. Besides those in L.A.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 25, 2023

Cvent has just published its list of Top Meeting Destinations and Top Meeting Hotels for 2023: Nashville and San Diego moving up to the second and third spots after Orlando. 1 ranked meeting destination in the U.S. 1 ranked meeting destination in the U.S. 2) and San Diego, California (No. San Diego, California 4.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 26, 2024

1 meetings destination in the U.S., continues to embrace new and returning meeting and convention groups in 2024 with new or expanded accommodations and venues. of flexible indoor-outdoor meeting space. of flexible indoor-outdoor meeting space. Orlando, Cvent’s No. event center.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Balboa Bay Resort , Newport Beach, California. La Venta Inn , Palos Verdes, California. Ten meeting rooms and nearly 10,000 sq. of meeting space are on offer. More : New and Renovated: Metropolitan Meetings. The post New and Renovated: Waterfront Meets appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Unique Venues

OCTOBER 8, 2018

Let the state of California’s motto to “dream big” inspire you the next time you want to plan a corporate social event on the West Coast. That same breadth of opportunity also applies to its many non-traditional event venues, which are just begging to be given a dash of the same “dream big” vision.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 9, 2023

Sustainability is now required at meetings as attendees are demanding an environmentally conscious event. Curbing pollutants has become part of the meeting professional job description, but how does one to do so at in-person and virtual events in a meaningful and cost-effective way? Tips and methods for producing greener events.

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Unique Venues

JUNE 28, 2019

We absolutely love California as an event destination. The options in cities, venues, and activities are virtually limitless. Here are our Top Picks for hosting a conference in California. Occidental College is another one of our Top Picks for California Conferences. California State University, Northridge.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 13, 2020

Takeaways: Meeting planners should look to their food service partners for ideas on donating leftover food from events canceled due to the COVID-19 outbreak or other reasons. The advice that I would give to meeting planners [facing this kind of situation] is to lean on the resources around them,” Davis said. Ready to Redirect.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board announced a partnership with Clear Health Pass and Co.Protect branded protective equipment to help meeting professionals create frictionless solutions for establishing and executing protocols. “We The new reality for venues is that they must find a way to sell and plan events remotely.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Sustainability and accessibility are now essential ingredients for a meeting menu. For meeting professionals looking for places that can accommodate this growing population, WalletHub recently released a survey ranking the most vegan-friendly cities in America. Los Angeles: Meetings Meets Foodies.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Spooky experiences and haunted hotels for a Halloween meeting like no other Spooky season is here! If you have a Halloween-themed meeting coming up, look no further than these hotels that put forward the very best of the season. of inspiring meeting venues, it’s a prime destination for an invigorating and exciting Halloween meeting.

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EventMB

JUNE 13, 2018

The Anaheim Convention Center (ACC) in California is the largest exhibition facility on the West Coast of America and can accommodate all types of events, including mega trade shows, conferences and meetings. ACC North, the 2017 expansion to the complex, increased the venue footprint to 1.8 million square feet of function space.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 3, 2019

. Offering everything from team-building exercises to meet-and-greet with legendary athletes, sports venues provide exciting, unique settings for meetings, special events and tours. Arguably the leading sports city in the United States, Los Angeles provides planners with an unparalleled variety of venue options.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 23, 2020

They are productive people, making it happen from California to Paris and everywhere in between. Traditionally, sourcing venues starts when a meeting or event is presented (or assigned), we seek out the right venue and then book the perfect space. That requires checking out more than just the host venue.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 7, 2022

Sacramento, California can take your meetings and conventions to an entirely new level. The destination’s authentic roots exude rich history, diversity, artistry and flavor — making meetings here anything but ordinary. Accessibility , walkability and convenience come easy for attendees meeting in Sacramento.

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JUNE 1, 2023

Sausalito, California —Smart Meetings, the premier media brand and leading choice for meeting professionals, is delighted to reveal the winners of the 2023 Smart Stars Awards. Smart Meetings is the leading media company and the most trusted resource for meeting professionals.

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