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3 ways Event Specialists has become the “Superhero” of events

Event Industry News

From platform management, technology troubleshooting, digital-driven monetization and engagement strategies, we know them well because digital has been a core part of our approach since 2008. Balance a Risk Management mindset Being a “superhero” means being bold when we need to be, and conservative when we need to be.

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Tips to Keep Women Secure on the Road

SmartMeetings

The study, which delved into top safety concerns women business travelers face, found that almost 69 percent of United States travel buyers believe females face greater risk than males and 61 percent feel it’s imperative to consider female safety when implementing risk-management programs.

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Risk360: Communications Policy

MeetingsNet

These steps from communication, legal, and risk management professionals will help you lay the groundwork for reaching out to your attendees and preparing information before an event so that you won’t be left scrambling during one. . In 2008, a terror group attacked a hotel in Mumbai and held hostages for three days.

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How Do You Handle Special-Meal Requests?

PCMA Convene

In the United States, the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Amendments Act of 2008 cites food allergies as protected disabilities under federal law. Since eating was added to the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 as a major life activity, it covers any person that needs to eat a specific way to remain healthy and safe. Last year, Thrive!

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Ordering Off the Menu

PCMA Convene

In the United States, the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Amendments Act of 2008 cites food allergies as protected disabilities under federal law. Since eating was added to the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 as a major life activity, it covers any person that needs to eat a specific way to remain healthy and safe. Last year, Thrive!

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Top 99 keynote speakers every event planner must know about

Hubilo Blog

Walker is a faculty of the Foster School of Business, at the University of Washington, as Director of Experiential Learning in Analytics and Senior Lecturer of Marketing and International Business, where he teaches a course in Analytics, Marketing, Risk Management, and Digital Strategy. Where to find him? Seema Acharya Who is she?

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Top 98 keynote speakers every event planner must know about

Hubilo Blog

Walker is a faculty of the Foster School of Business, at the University of Washington, as Director of Experiential Learning in Analytics and Senior Lecturer of Marketing and International Business, where he teaches course in Analytics, Marketing, Risk Management, and Digital Strategy. Where to find him? Seema Acharya Who is she?