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Agriculture and Agritourism in Virginia Beach

Smart Meetings

He recounted last April when he visited a farm and had a meal where all the food was local. Molly Crouch, corporate sustainability director for Sodexo, Virginia Beach Convention Center’s food and beverage supplier and parent company of Centerplate. That’s helping with our carbon emission reduction.

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Smart Moves in Portland, Hawaii and More

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He has worked with Marriott since 2011 and has excelled in food & beverage roles. Ley has served in sales and marketing for numerous hospitality brands, including Four Seasons, Auberge and Alila since 2007. Most recently, he served as director of venue and events at the East Montgomery County Improvement District.

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Emirates Old Trafford events drive £27 million boost to the Greater Manchester economy

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The research estimates the broader financial impact of these visitors by using industry benchmarks for spending habits – for example accommodation, plus food and beverage costs – from both commercial and non-commercial visitors within the Manchester area, as a direct consequence of staging events at Emirates Old Trafford.

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How to Move a 2,000-Person Expo to an MLB Stadium in 3 Months

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” Shortly after the notice from the Convention Center, Andrea flew to San Diego with an open mind willing to redesign the whole event to fit in the available venues. We did site inspections of the available venues such as; Petco Park, The Shell, Port Pavilion and various hotel ballrooms.

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The O2 announces new VP & GM

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The O2, the world’s most popular music and entertainment venue, today announced the appointment of Steve Sayer as Vice President and General Manager and Danielle Kennedy-Clark as Deputy General Manager. (L-R Steve Sayer, Danielle Kennedy-Clark & Gavin Brind). In addition.

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Destination guide for sustainable venues in Stuttgart 

The MICE

From 17-18 August I visited seven venues that are centrally located around the city centre, either accessible by foot or under 30 minutes by public transport. On-site catering: the venue has on site catering with locally sourced ingredients. On-site catering: the venue has on site catering with locally sourced ingredients.

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Aisle Planner vs Honeybook vs Planning Pod – Wedding Planning Software Alternatives, Reviews and Pricing

Planning Pod

When wedding planners and/or wedding venues are considering using our software, they often ask how Planning Pod compares to our competitors … that is, Planning Pod vs Aisle Planner vs Honeybook. Venue + Room & Space Management. Food-and-Beverage Management. Sign up for a free trial ! Aisle Planner. Email Integration.