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In 2016, ASAE presented him with the Key Award, which honors CEOs who demonstrate exceptional leadership and a commitment to voluntary membership associations. In 2022, he was named HSMAI General Manager of the Year for South Florida. McDermott fills the role of general manager, with over two decades of luxury hospitality experience.

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DECEMBER 16, 2016

She strives for excellence and assists those around her to achieve their goals and reach their potential,” says Shonna Green, vice president of communications and community resources at Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens. The post 2016 Industry Leaders: Deborah Cohen, CMP appeared first on Connect Association. 417-243-2106.

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DECEMBER 8, 2022

Fernandez is touring tennis professional and Cox is director of racquet sports for Innisbrook, A Salamander Resort in Tampa Bay, Florida. In 2016, she was named Commonwealth Hotels’ first Full-service Director of Sales and Marketing of the Year. Bryan Fox (left) and Gigi Fernandez (right). James Montgomery.

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He has served on task forces for Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, from Florida to California. Before that, she was vice president of digital marketing and ecommerce at Zumba Fitness in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and held leadership positions in sales at Best Buy, TheFind Inc, Buy.com and IDG. Cliff Ryan and Larisa Summers. Molly Flora.

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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. These professionals will lead the county’s approach to regenerative tourism, supporting the local community while providing meaningful experiences for visitors.

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Nominated by Lauren Parr, American Geophysical Union, for RAPS Convergence (Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society), 2009–2016 “Doug and his team were an incredible resource for my organization during these years. Travis Caldaro , Director of Event Technology, PSAV / Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa, Fort Myers, Florida.

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JANUARY 15, 2024

Those who find a bottle can scan the code and enter to win a trip to Florida, the “original orange juice state.” SAMSUNG SHOOTS FOR THE STARS WITH GALAXY EXPERIENCE SPACES Back in 2016, Samsung planted a flag in New York City with the establishment of its Samsung 837 experiential flagship location on Washington Street.

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AUGUST 3, 2016

The 2016 Summer Olympics , which will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil , open on Friday. Local mosquito-borne Zika virus cases have recently been reported in Florida. The post 4 Lessons Event Planners Can Take from 2016 Rio Olympics appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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AUGUST 16, 2016

She has worked in various management and leadership positions at international hotels, and worked for The Camberley Hotel Company in Atlanta; West Baden Springs Hotel in Indiana; Residence Inn Fort Lauderdale Intracoastal/Il Lugano in Florida; and Hilton San Diego Del Mar. in Orlando, Florida. Kathleen Bernesby.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Chadwick is executive chef for Chatham Bars Inn in Massachusetts, marking a return from 2016, when he worked as executive sous chef for the property. Covington is executive chef for Hilton Sandestin Beach Gold Resort & Spa’s Seager’s Prime Steak & Seafood in Miramar Beach, Florida. Andrew Chadwick. Fleetwood Covington.

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MAY 25, 2023

1 in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 Nashville was named No. While Orlando, Florida retained the number one spot in North America from 2019, both Nashville, Tennessee (No. Orlando, Florida 2. Orlando has retained its #1 spot this year, after being named the “Top Destination” in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019. 6) and (No.

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This will be the only North American workshop offered in 2016. When: Thursday, October 6, 2016 at 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Friday, October 7, 2016 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (CDT) – Add to Calendar. Earn CIC education credits. Environments that support participation (several sessions). Finding and working with peer facilitators.

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APRIL 5, 2017

After about a year’s absence from downtown, Conrad Chicago reopened in a new location on the Magnificent Mile in December 2016 with 287 guest rooms, 10,000 square feet of event space and three on-site restaurants. Hyatt Place Boca Raton/Downtown , the first hotel in downtown Boca Raton, Florida, debuted in December 2016.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Now the public company says it will spin off Sunseeker Resorts, a real estate company that will develop a 22-acre resort in Port Charlotte, Florida. Florida is hot right now. Sunseeker Resorts ’ marketing materials call Florida’s Gulf Coast desired worldwide. Visit Florida estimates that a record 112.4

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DECEMBER 14, 2016

A resident of Broward County, Florida, for the past 42 years, Stacy Ritter has seen many changes in her home region. Now she’s continuing her civic duty in a new role as the recently appointed president and CEO of the Greater Fort Lauderdale CVB.

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A post shared by Inbal (@thegourmetgoddess_official) on Dec 25, 2016 at 4:43pm PST. A post shared by Sari (@s_weintraub) on Dec 25, 2016 at 12:22pm PST. A post shared by Kandice (@kandicenicole_) on Jul 22, 2016 at 11:03pm PDT. A post shared by Chicago Botanic Garden (@chicagobotanic) on Dec 24, 2016 at 5:41am PST.

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MARCH 31, 2022

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, known for its many brands including its extended-stay properties, Hyatt Place and Hyatt House, is scheduled to open 48 new properties across the Americas in 16 new destinations, including Quebec, Canada; Panama City Beach, Florida; Sacramento, California; and Virginia Beach, Virginia, this year and in 2023.

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JANUARY 3, 2017

Nowhere was this more apparent in 2016 than in Jacksonville, Florida. Last year marked the loss of Florida Country Music Superfest in Jacksonville, which was replaced by the Country 500 at Daytona International Speedway over 90 miles away. “The While SMERF meetings tend to be smaller in size, the numbers do add up.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

A 2016 Boeing study found that 42 percent of pilots currently flying for the major airlines in the United States will reach the age of 65 in the next 10 years. Over the past 30 years in the United States, the number of pilots has decreased by 30 percent, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. The Future of Flight.

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FEBRUARY 8, 2017

If you did any business travel during the fourth quarter of 2016, it looks like you got a deal, depending on your destination. business trip in 2016’s fourth quarter—air, hotel and car rental—dropped 4 percent, from $980 to $945. – Cheapest quarter for business travel: The average cost of a U.S.

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JUNE 14, 2017

She brings 19 years of experience and has received several awards for her performance including Circle of Excellence recipient for Director of Sales and Marketing of the Year with Hilton Luxury Brands in 2013, 2015 and 2016 and 2013 Most Improved RevPAR Growth for Hilton Luxury Brands with her team. Susan Gladstone. Chris Skelding.

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DECEMBER 7, 2016

“The MBVCA’s award for World’s Leading City Tourist Board 2016 signifies the depth and breadth or our reach, it recognizes our hard work and our tireless commitment to making Miami Beach an iconic destination forever.” ” The World Travel Award wins cap off a year of accolades for Miami Beach. .”

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JUNE 22, 2017

Several South Florida golf resorts have upgraded their facilities in recent months. Designed by famous architect Gil Hanse—who designed the 2016 Olympic course in Rio de Janeiro—the new par-73 course caters to walking golfers. reception space suitable for up to 225 guests. The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club. Naples, Fla.

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MAY 4, 2023

“This exhibit opened as part of our 40th-anniversary celebration,” said IPCC Chief Operating Officer Monique Fragua who explained that the exhibit was installed in a lower level of the center when it first opened but was moved to be featured throughout the center to celebrate the milestone in 2016.

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APRIL 28, 2017

When Maureen Morgenthien joined the Emerald Coast (Florida) CVB as deputy director of sales and marketing in July 2016, she had her work cut out for her. “I Almost a year into her new role, Morgenthien shares about her plans to develop the Emerald Coast into a top-of-mind meetings destination.

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Tharaldson Hospitality Management opened the first one, a 97-room Fairfield Inn & Suites in Folsom, California, in December 2016. Once transported to the site, crane operators lift them onto a base podium foundation and contractors connect the electrical, plumbing and minor finish work.

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In fact, the top-rated Florida Hospital Global Robotics Institute provides cutting-edge health-care simulation training for more than 50,000 surgeons around the world. All of these developments have earned Orlando enviable spots on a number of lists: One of the “Most Dynamic Cities in America” in 2016, according to Worth Magazine ; No.

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There’s definitely a meetings and events correlation among the top 10 historic hotels in the 2016 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice awards. Pete Beach, Florida, is a landmark and renowned meeting destination with numerous spaces, including a beach pavilion that can host up to 250. Pete Beach, Florida.

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APRIL 30, 2018

Connect’s home in 2016 is “equipped to handle large crowds,” says Bob Carter, convention manager for Lionel Collectors Club of America. Susan Russell, executive director at HD Plan-IT, votes for Intercontinental Buckhead in Atlanta, as well as The Breakers in Palm Beach, Florida, and The Cloister in Sea Island, Georgia.

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

A post shared by @thepenthief on Jul 17, 2016 at 3:51pm PDT. The Cuban Club (Tampa, Florida). In this spooky room, visitors have reported strange occurrences such as the fireplace flickering on and off, and phantom ghost sounds. And apparently, the deceased widow of the hotel’s creator still roams the halls.

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OCTOBER 26, 2017

Tourism is one of the leading industries and employers in Napa Valley, according to the 2016 Napa Valley Visitor Industry Economic Impact report conducted by Destination Analysts. In 2016, attendance was recorded at 11,000 people. The NVFF is more than just about movie screenings, popcorn and soda.

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During her tenure at Coconut Grove, Sanchez was awarded 2018 Leader of the Year, 2017 Greater Miami and the Beaches Hotel Association Inn Key—Spa Hospitality Leadership Award and 2016 Five Star Employee of the Year. The post Smart Moves in San Antonio, Louisville and More appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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JULY 24, 2017

A post shared by Atlantis (@atlantisresort) on Mar 25, 2016 at 5:28am PDT. Photo courtesy of The Florida Aquarium. The Florida Aquarium—Tampa, Florida. The Florida Aquarium in Tampa recently introduced their new Mosaic Center. Golden Nugget houses more than 30,000 sq. Atlantis — Paradise Island, Bahamas.

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