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of indoor and outdoor event space; Esterra Spa & Salon; fitness center; guest bicycles; heated pool; business center; gift shop; Florida Green Lodging award-winner. 810 upgraded guest rooms; landmark resort undergoing $320 million conversion with expected completion in mid-2017; meeting space will double to more than 100,000 sq.

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JUNE 2, 2017

Explore the Paradise Coast waterways and get closer to the manatees, dolphins, birds and even alligators that call Florida home. Conservancy of Southwest Florida in Naples offers kayak tours Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, while Naples Kayak Company provides kayak and kayak fishing tours of Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades.

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Conferences that Work

APRIL 3, 2017

.” — Max Cohen de Lara and David Mulder van der Vegt , “ These 5 architectural designs influence every legislature in the world — and tell you how each governs “ , The Washington Post, March 4, 2017. How do room sets imply and influence what happens at meetings? Read the full article at Conferences That Work.

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OCTOBER 23, 2017

IMEX America 2017 Highlights. IMEX America 2017: Day 1 Highlights. IMEX America 2017: Day 2 Highlights. Salamander Hotels & Resorts Florida. The post Smart Meetings TV at IMEX America 2017 appeared first on Smart Meetings. Highlights. CVBs & Destinations. Atlanta CVB. Business Events Toronto. IMEX Group.

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APRIL 5, 2017

With spring 2017 upon us, the latest set of hotel builds, restorations and renovations emerge. Hyatt Place Boca Raton/Downtown , the first hotel in downtown Boca Raton, Florida, debuted in December 2016. The post Hotel News You Need: Spring 2017 appeared first on Connect Association.

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MAY 23, 2017

There are plenty of events in South Florida that make waves, but this year, the biggest impact didn’t come from.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Company or organization: Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Kissimmee, Florida. Further Reading: Smart Women 2017: Industry Leaders. Smart Women 2017: Entrepreneurs. Smart Women 2017: Innovators. Smart Women 2017: Rising Stars. The post Smart Women 2017: Doer appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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JULY 20, 2021

Although Whitaker was most recently president and CEO for Choose Chicago, this marks his return to South Florida. Under Whitaker’s leadership, Chicago was voted Best Big City by Conde Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards from 2017-2020. “I I am honored, thrilled and blessed to have the opportunity to return home,” Whitaker said.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Company or organization: HelmsBriscoe in Jacksonville, Florida. Further Reading: Smart Women 2017: Industry Leaders. Smart Women 2017: Entrepreneurs. Smart Women 2017: Doers. Smart Women 2017: Rising Stars. The post Smart Women 2017: Innovators appeared first on Smart Meetings. Vickie Corder.

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APRIL 19, 2017

The winning properties that make up the 2017 Hot List cross the globe from Thailand to Tanzania. states made the list, including perennial meetings favorites such as Florida and leisure paradises such as Hawaii. . states made the list, including perennial meetings favorites such as Florida and leisure paradises such as Hawaii.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Company or organization: Marriott Caribbean & Latin America (CALA) in Plantation, Florida. Further Reading: Smart Women 2017: Industry Leaders. Smart Women 2017: Entrepreneurs. Smart Women 2017: Innovators. Smart Women 2017: Doers. The post Smart Women 2017: Rising Stars appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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AUGUST 22, 2017

Palazzo Seneca in Norcia, Italy, was named Hotel of the Year, and 10 other hotels and hoteliers from around the globe were also honored as 2017 Best of the Best. Best Family Program: The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, Florida. Founded in 1992 with 20 hotels, Virtuoso Hotels & Resorts is marking its 25th anniversary in 2017.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

If you’re a meeting planner and you happened to book your next gathering in a small village in France, you’re in sync with the top meeting trends for 2017, according to Pacific World’s 2017 Annual Destination Index. destinations also made the cut: * South Florida. * Colorado. * New York. 10 Top Meetings Trends. .

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Company or organization: HelmsBriscoe in Jacksonville, Florida. Further Reading: Smart Women 2017: Industry Leaders. Smart Women 2017: Entrepreneurs. Smart Women 2017: Doers. Smart Women 2017: Rising Stars. The post Smart Women 2017 – Innovators appeared first on Smart Meetings. Vickie Corder.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2017

South Beach Food and Wine Festival: February 22–26, 2017. Event proceeds benefit Florida International University Chaplain School of Hospitality & Tourism Management. Charleston Wine + Food Festival: March 1–5, 2017. The Great American Foodie Fest (Vegas): April 27–30, 2017. Courtesy of Austin Food + Wine Festival.

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DECEMBER 29, 2016

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FEBRUARY 24, 2017

Forbes Travel Guide revealed its 2017 Star Award winners , a selection of the world’s best hotels, restaurants and spas. Among hotels, California edged out Florida, 2-1. * Faena Hotel Miami Beach. * Fairmont Grand Del Mar in San Diego. * Solage, An Auberge Resort in Calistoga, California. Who’s new to the list?

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Company or organization: Koncept Events in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Further Reading: Smart Women 2017: Industry Leaders. Smart Women 2017: Innovators. Smart Women 2017: Doers. Smart Women 2017: Rising Stars. The post Smart Women 2017: Entrepreneurs appeared first on Smart Meetings. Hillary Smith.

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OCTOBER 3, 2017

Our four-wheel ambassador for fun and sun can be found at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW). By the end of 2017, the GAC will have hosted 54 aquatic events. Back to 2017 CVB Selfie Contest. The post 2017 CVB Selfie Contest: South appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Company or organization: Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Kissimmee, Florida. Further Reading: Smart Women 2017: Industry Leaders. Smart Women 2017: Entrepreneurs. Smart Women 2017: Innovators. Smart Women 2017: Rising Stars. The post Smart Women 2017 – Doer appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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JANUARY 5, 2017

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Company or organization: Koncept Events in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Further Reading: Smart Women 2017: Industry Leaders. Smart Women 2017: Innovators. Smart Women 2017: Doers. Smart Women 2017: Rising Stars. The post Smart Women 2017 – Entrepreneurs appeared first on Smart Meetings. Hillary Smith.

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DECEMBER 29, 2016

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Company or organization: Marriott Caribbean & Latin America (CALA) in Plantation, Florida. Further Reading: Smart Women 2017: Industry Leaders. Smart Women 2017: Entrepreneurs. Smart Women 2017: Innovators. Smart Women 2017: Doers. Diana Plazas. Job title: Vice president of brand, marketing and digital.

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DECEMBER 27, 2021

Boonie has been promoted to director of rooms at Hawks Cay Resort in Duck Key, Florida. In 2017, she became the acclaimed restaurant’s general manager. Jordyn Boonie. Most recently, Boonie was director of front office at the resort. In the past, Boonie was general manager at Courtyard by Marriott in Iowa.

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MAY 31, 2017

This resort features five distinctly different, onsite hotels and two much-beloved theme parks—Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure—as well as the brand-new Universal’s Volcano Bay. Surrounded by Central Florida nature, your group’s game will be elevated on and off the course. Universal Orlando Resort.

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MARCH 31, 2022

Placemakr, formerly WhyHotel , started as a pop-up in 2017 but later became a hotel brand with long-term plans designed for long-term stays. The project is scheduled to develop 50 Echo hotels. Other hospitality companies have made extended stays not just a sector of their brand, but the whole brand.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Read More: The Story Behind Smart Women in Meetings Awards 2023 Malyna Si Restaurant Chef, Capa Steakhouse at Four Seasons Orlando Walt Disney World Resort Orlando, Florida Chef Malyna Si did not set out to become a chef. Called to the profession, she worked tirelessly to gain as much experience as possible.

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AUGUST 15, 2022

Dadhich also worked as general manager for Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach in Florida, the first Conrad property in the continental United States. She was later promoted to marketing and communications manager in 2010, and later, co-director in 2017. Angela Kisskeys. Cliff Brutus. After working with The Ritz-Carlton, St.

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FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Prior to her new position, Roose served in sales positions at various Marriot properties, such as Autograph’s Collection Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina in the British Virgin Islands and more recently, Palm Beach Marriot Singer Island Resort & Spa in Singer Island, Florida. Lauderdale, Florida.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Covington is executive chef for Hilton Sandestin Beach Gold Resort & Spa’s Seager’s Prime Steak & Seafood in Miramar Beach, Florida. Covington joined the team in 2017, working in the kitchen’s sauce station and working his way up to chef de cuisine, his most recent position. Fleetwood Covington.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2016

So here are five more trends for F&B — drawn from recent press trips, food-forward events, and dining out — that meeting professionals might keep an eye on during 2017. . At the end of each year, it’s fun to predict what might lie ahead. TRASH” FISH DISHES. Fried mackerel.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

So here are five more trends for F&B — drawn from recent press trips, food-forward events, and dining out — that meeting professionals might keep an eye on during 2017. . At the end of each year, it’s fun to predict what might lie ahead. TRASH” FISH DISHES. Fried mackerel.

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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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MARCH 1, 2019

The Confidante, Miami Beach Following a 2017 renovation of several meeting spaces, there’s now still more for groups at this South Florida art deco beauty that is part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt. The spa is inspired by the studies of Hippocrates, and there is a total of 22,813 sq. of event space.

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OCTOBER 2, 2018

Cast members at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, overwhelmingly voted to accept a new five-year labor contract that will pay a starting wage of $15 an hour by 2021. Nor have any of his Magic Kingdom pals. But now they’re on their way to a starting pay boost of more than 50 percent. an hour more by 2021.

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