SmartMeetings

JULY 28, 2017

In addition to giving planners fresh choices for backdrops to meetings, the surge in new space can also lead to a decline in occupancy rates and hoteliers hungry to negotiate with planners who are willing to be flexible. “A lot of that is because those areas are playing catch up,” he said. markets in 2017. “It

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SmartMeetings

MAY 23, 2018

“That was when it was a relationship business, and you were valued for your Rolodex and your ability to deliver on negotiations.” Flash Forward to 2018. The industry grew as the economy improved and even thrived during a short buyer’s market in 2008, according to Smith.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 23, 2018

“That was when it was a relationship business, and you were valued for your Rolodex and your ability to deliver on negotiations.” Flash Forward to 2018. The industry grew as the economy improved and even thrived during a short buyer’s market in 2008, according to Smith.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 17, 2020

Burnett is already planning to bring the mindfulness coach back this year, allowing attendees to develop long-term relationships with their new meditation leader. But more often she’s found that venues will negotiate — and in fact, it’s proven to be less expensive to serve breakfasts that don’t include pastries. Laura Jelinek.

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