Plan Your Meetings

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

Now that the festive season is over, event and meeting planners have shifted their focus to creating exciting events for 2018. This year, three of the 10 food trends highlighted ethnic influences. Street” food influences. Dishes inspired by street food add a new twist to culinary fare. Authentic ethnic cuisine.

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APRIL 22, 2024

Make your summer meetings meaningful and memorable with these tips and trends Summer is approaching fast and meeting professionals want to stay up to date on every seasonal trend. With these tips and recommended venues, your summer meeting or event will be memorable, meaningful and even give back to the community.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 5, 2020

Convene magazine released results of its 29th Meetings Market Survey showing meeting attendance continued to increase in 2019 as the business events industry experienced yet another year of consecutive growth. Meetings Market Survey results, based on responses from 867 participants, were released by PCMA’s Convene.

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OCTOBER 6, 2023

He has spent 11 of these years at InterContinental properties, and most recently served as general manager of Marriott International – Sheraton Tel Aviv, which saw him named Marriott General Manager of the Year in 2018 for successfully guiding the properties through numerous renovations and a rebrand.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 23, 2018

We’ve all seen those quintessential food photos on social media — the perfect chocolate sundae backlit by a cityscape at night or beach sunset, or a mouth-watering, step-by-step photo series for a lemon garlic buttered salmon recipe. The widespread popularity of sharing food photos on social media isn’t going anywhere.

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JULY 8, 2022

International hospitality group Accor appointed Erney executive director of global sales for meetings, incentives and industry relations. She brings over 25 years of sales and events experience, recognized in 2019 as Supplier of the Year (Doer category) by Smart Meetings. and More appeared first on Smart Meetings. Mark Goeman.

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Connect Your Meetings

OCTOBER 8, 2019

Others like it, designed as special events during conventions and meetings, are happening throughout Colorado , Nevada and California. And as recreational marijuana achieves greater acceptance, cannabis events could become a regular part of many mainstream meetings, conventions and incentive programs. Grassroots Appeal.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The 122-room Hotel Trio in Healdsburg, California, has had Rose the Robot since 2018, though it transitioned from “novelty to necessity,” as a result of the pandemic, according to a statement. Betty was created by Bear Robotics to battle the increasing pressure placed on the food service industry, which can attributed to employee shortages.

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JANUARY 10, 2018

Ah, another year, another bizarre food craze. Now that we’re already into January, meeting and event planners are pretty much expected to be familiar with wild refreshments. According to Whole Foods, fungi are also emerging as an ingredient in soaps and hair care. But if you’re a tad late, don’t sweat it. Flower Flavors.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2018

Food trucks are fun, convenient, serve delicious food at a fraction of the cost of a sit-down meal, and are a great addition to any event. A post shared by Rasta Rita Margarita Truck (@rastaritamargarita) on Feb 3, 2018 at 8:15pm PST. Koi Fusion offers Korean food with a twist. Think Seoul sliders and kimchi quesadillas.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 4, 2018

CHS Group is thrilled to reveal the winners of its glittering 2018 CHS Awards ceremony that took place last week (Thursday 31 May) at The Principal Hotel in Manchester. Best Boardroom / Small Meeting Room. The post CHS Awards 2018 winners appeared first on Event Industry News. Best Bedroom. Best Launch Event.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

In other words, most meeting attendees would rather have a “wow” time somewhere memorable than another breakout room even if it’s at an upscale hotel or resort. The wow experience is an intimate gathering at a memory-making new hotel that includes private dining at its restaurant, which is the latest hot spot in that food-obsessed city.

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PCMA Convene

MAY 23, 2018

That’s one takeaway from IACC’s fresh-off-the-press “2018 Meeting Room of the Future Report” that will likely not surprise you. But there are plenty of other findings that provide food for thought — and yes, F&B was covered in IACC’s research.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 13, 2019

Ask businesses to sponsor the entire event – providing the venue, food, and A/V equipment, or just one element. Pay for the food – not the catering. Notice this point says “skip the caterer,” not “skip the food.” In no way do I advocate skipping food and drinks entirely – you don’t want hangry guests!

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Velvet Chainsaw

MARCH 2, 2018

The slow death of expo revenue is not an indicator that meetings don’t mean business any more. Instead of forcing the expo experience with exclusive show hours, food & beverage, and giveaways as a lure, make it an irresistible learning destination that educates your participants and makes them smarter buyers.

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AUGUST 12, 2019

RCVB specializes in hospitality and customized assistance throughout the entire process, offering additional incentives to third meeting planner partners. Rejuvenate with citrus-themed signature beverages and farm to table menus from our creative culinary staff. The post Meet Well in Riverside, California!

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DECEMBER 10, 2021

He has worked in various leadership roles at Four Seasons since 2000, such as assistant food and beverage manager, director of sales in multiple locations and director of marketing, among others. Most recently, Giang was executive assistant manager of food and beverage at Alma Resort. Kelli Donahoe, CMP.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Before this, he was director of rooms for Hyatt Regency Seattle, where he worked on the opening team in 2018, as well as director of food and beverage for Grand Hyatt Denver. Read More : Orlando: A Meetings Destination for the Ages. The post Smart Moves in Hawaii, Virginia and More appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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PCMA Convene

APRIL 2, 2018

In 2014, venture capitalist Ron Shah was deep into a month of internal meetings when the pipes burst in. He worked the phones in a rush, trying to clinch local hotel meeting rooms on short notice. Surely, he thought, there must be a less aggravating way to book small meetings. his building. He called it Bizly. “It

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DECEMBER 5, 2018

The Napa Valley now offers three new ways to meet vineside. Gourmet Meetings. A post shared by Las Alcobas (@lasalcobas) on Nov 24, 2018 at 10:54am PST. A post shared by Hotel Villagio (@hotelvillagio) on Aug 13, 2018 at 5:14pm PDT. A post shared by Vista Collina Resort (@vistacollina) on Mar 15, 2018 at 10:48am PDT.

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MARCH 16, 2018

The March 2018 Smart Meetings Magazine cover story featuring 100 women who inspire us started with an email. Many of our Smart Women 2018 winners were focused on mentoring others, men and women. The post The Story Behind the 2018 Smart Women Cover Story appeared first on Smart Meetings. Rave Reviews.

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APRIL 29, 2022

Heu is now area director of food and beverage for Highgate Hotels Hawaii. After working her way into dining room management, Smith first served as general manager of the property in 2018. The post Smart Moves in Portland, Minneapolis and More appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

CWT Meetings & Events has named Rafael Sueiro senior director, chief financial officer for Meetings & Events. JW Marriott Nashville has appointed Alexander Schnoeller to director of food and beverage for the property, which opened in June 2018. Rafael Sueiro. Dan Paradiso.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

29, is International Coffee Day—an unofficial day of worship for many meeting professionals. Cause the best part of waking up is with three new coffee destinations in your meetings cup. A post shared by Briggo (@drinkbriggo) on Aug 13, 2018 at 6:55am PDT. tinkercoffee) on Jul 8, 2018 at 10:26am PDT. This Saturday, Sept.

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MAY 30, 2019

In fact, a 2018 article by the Stanford Innovation Social Review reported that more than 90 percent of CEOs state that sustainability is important to their company’s success. While one station may be plant-based new food trends, another station is set with comfort foods. Sustainability is here to stay.

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DECEMBER 20, 2018

In 2018, hotel bar patrons swallowed everything from cocktails infused with veggie juices (or breakfast cereals ) to ferments of every stripe (think shrubs to kimchee) and honey from rooftop hives. In F&B, an increasing number of beta sites are being closely watched, says food and restaurant consultant Michael Whiteman.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 22, 2018

And how does culture impact meetings? These were a few of the topics during “Multi-Cultural Design Thinking: Custom Touches for Remarkable Events” at Convening Leaders 2018. Posch stressed that the concept of the “cultural iceberg,” — there’s only so much one can glean from the surface when meeting someone. Mathias Posch.

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MARCH 4, 2019

So when it crowns rising food and beverage professionals, the winners are among the best in the hospitality industry. Sherene Hutchinson of Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort and Jonathan Martin Miller of The Phoenician, a Luxury Collection Resort, were recognized as Marriott’s 2018 Masters of the Craft.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

She also holds the title of executive director of conventions, meetings and incentive travel for Singapore Exhibition and Convention Bureau. Olmstead previously served in managerial and food and beverage positions with InterContinental Hotels Group, working at the brand’s properties in San Francisco, Chicago and New York.

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JUNE 8, 2018

Attendees participating in the “Redesigning Event Management for Sustainability” session during the Sustainable Brands 2018 conference. Picture this — several groups of meeting planners, all scrambling to arrange a deck of cards into piles as the clock ticks down. Their challenge? The ‘Aha’ Moment.

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Connect Your Meetings

MAY 30, 2019

In fact, a 2018 article by the Stanford Innovation Social Review reported that more than 90 percent of CEOs state that sustainability is important to their company’s success. While one station may be plant-based new food trends, another station is set with comfort foods. Sustainability is here to stay.

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EventMB

MAY 22, 2022

A post shared by Exhibit Studios (@exhibitstudios) on Mar 2, 2018 at 3:34pm PST. Cape Wine Expo 2018 in South Africa created pre-manufactured stands made from Xanita, a material that is both recyclable and made from recycled cardboard. Food is a crowd pleaser, particularly for long exhibitions and trade shows.

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Event Marketer

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

The beverage has become nearly as symbolic of the tennis tournament as the matches themselves, and this year marked the 15th anniversary of its debut. Over the years, however, we’ve been able to expand our reach and meet fans at several different touchpoints, including on-premise, e-commerce and social media.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2018

Culinary planners at the 2018 Winter Olympic Games are not keeping it safe—in a good way. What better way to solidify bonds than through food? A post shared by Jared Parfaite (@lower9thaudio) on Jan 30, 2018 at 5:45am PST. A post shared by Kiss My Seoul (@kiss_my_seoul) on Jan 26, 2018 at 12:59pm PST. Bring It Home.

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APRIL 24, 2017

Scheduled to open in three phases from 2017 to 2018, Grand Hyatt Baha Mar resort has two distinct towers with 1,800 guest rooms and lavish amenities. Food & beverage offerings are plentiful, with a variety of onsite restaurants, bars and lounges. On Friday, April 21, Baha Mar made its official debut.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2019

Smart Meetings asked the experts tasked with making a celebrity show shine to share their secrets for hosting a stellar event. More : Oscar-Worthy Destinations for Your Next Meeting. Whether you opt for finger foods or a multi-course, seated meal, go all out. Stage Ballroom Adjacent Areas. Feed to Impress.

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Eventmobi

APRIL 5, 2018

Whether it’s setting detailed timelines, designing app content, or providing strategies to drive event engagement with the app, I’m in constant contact with clients from the very first introductory kickoff meeting to when their event ends. This is me trying one of the many fun food ideas brought to the event by food and beverage suppliers.

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