Best of 2018: 10 Most Notable Washington Venue Openings of 2018
BizBash
DECEMBER 28, 2018
This year saw the opening of many significant event and meeting venues in Washington. Here's a look at the best.
Smart Moves in Washington, DC, Baton Rouge and More
Smart Meetings
AUGUST 4, 2023
In this role, she will develop and implement strategies for sustainable travel practices in meetings, conventions and leisure travel to Washington, D.C. She was the first hire at the Omni Hotel at Battery Atlanta and was on the property’s opening team in 2018. Along with her team, she won sales team of the year in 2019.
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Washington D.C. Draws New Citywide Conferences in 2018
PCMA Convene
DECEMBER 13, 2017
Washington, D.C., is gearing up to host a slew of citywide conventions and meetings in 2018 that are coming to the capital for the first time. Washington, D.C., will welcome 21 citywide conventions and special events in 2018, with 422,434 total room nights and an economic impact of $361 million,” said Elliott L.
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3 Reasons to Host Your International Meeting in Washington, DC
PCMA Convene
FEBRUARY 13, 2019
From unique venues to prominent speakers, take a cue from one of 2018’s high-profile industry conferences when planning your next global event. Home to more than 175 foreign embassies, Washington, DC is well accustomed to playing host to the international elite. Washington Convention Center, it didn’t end there. The Walter E.
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2018 Preview: 10 Most Anticipated Washington Venues for Meetings and Events
BizBash
JANUARY 4, 2018
Here are the most anticipated Washington restaurants, corporate event venues, hotels. Looking for a new venue for your next event?
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New + Next: Washington D.C.
Connect Your Meetings
OCTOBER 8, 2018
More than 20 million domestic visitors traveled to Washington, D.C. , s most popular attractions also get new life in 2018 and early 2019. But from late 2018 through early 2020, the city will get another 15 new or renewed hotels with 3,600 rooms. The post New + Next: Washington D.C. ripe for planners and events.
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2018 40 Under 40: Class Acts
Connect Your Meetings
AUGUST 3, 2018
No wonder they are worthy members of the 2018 40 Under 40. Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C. Honorees must be under the age of 40 as of July 15, 2018. The post 2018 40 Under 40: Class Acts appeared first on Connect Association. New York City.
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Best of: New & Renovated 2018
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 29, 2018
Here’s a look at five of our top New and Renovated stories from 2018. These recent openings and renovations redefined what was expected in 2018. The post Best of: New & Renovated 2018 appeared first on Smart Meetings. New & Renovated: International Intrigue. New & Renovated: A Step Outside the Ordinary.
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2018 Education Conferences: The #1 Education Events Guide
Bizzabo
MARCH 30, 2018
Last Updated May 4, 2018. Here's a look at some of the top 2018 education events. 2018 Education Conferences. APRIL 2018 CONFERENCES. EUA 2018 Annual Conference. OLC Innovate 2018. Washington, D.C. April Conferences. May Conferences. June Conferences. July Conferences. August Conferences. Start Date.
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October 5, 2018: Brett Kavanaugh Protesters March on Washington, $13 Billion Plan to Fix J.F.K. Airport Unveiled, Uber and Lyft to Help Voters Find Polling Locations
BizBash
OCTOBER 5, 2018
BRETT KAVANAUGH PROTESTERS MARCH ON WASHINGTON: On Thursday, protesters gathered in Washington to march against Supreme Court nominee Brett.
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2018 40 Under 40: Richelle Wilkins
Connect Your Meetings
AUGUST 3, 2018
As a 2018 40 Under 40 honoree, Wilkins discusses her passion for the events industry. When I was a member of the PCMA Emerging Professionals Committee in Washington, D.C., The post 2018 40 Under 40: Richelle Wilkins appeared first on Connect Association. Richelle D. Connect with Wilkins on Twitter and Instagram.
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2018 40 Under 40: Alison Jo McKeithen
Connect Your Meetings
AUGUST 3, 2018
Alison Jo McKeithen, MBA, CMP, 38, works in Washington, D.C., As a 2018 40 Under 40 honoree, McKeithen discusses her passion for the events industry. The post 2018 40 Under 40: Alison Jo McKeithen appeared first on Connect Association. as conferences manager at NMAC. What I do: I educate leaders to stop the HIV epidemic.
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Orlando and DC Enhance Transportation Alternatives, Western Connections Could Follow
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 27, 2023
A Capital Connection Dulles Silver Line When Metrorail Silver Line opened in November 2022, connecting Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to downtown DC, it was the realization of a 50-year dream for Metro, the Metropolitan Washington Airport Authority, regional business leaders and Virginia elected officials.
2018 40 Under 40: Jim Clapes
Connect Your Meetings
AUGUST 3, 2018
As a 2018 40 Under 40 honoree, Clapes discusses his passion for the events industry. How I got here: I did a Congressional internship during my senior year of college and while I realized Capitol Hill wasn’t for me, I knew I wanted to relocate to Washington, D.C., Connect with Clapes on Instagram. After nearly 8 years at the U.S.
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76 March 26, 2018: March for Our Lives Rally Draws 800,000 to Washington, Russia Isn't the Ideal Destination for U.S. and U.K. World Cup Fans, Cannes Film Festival Bans Netflix and Selfies
BizBash
MARCH 26, 2018
MARCH FOR OUR LIVES RALLY DRAWS 800,000 TO WASHINGTON: At the March for Our Lives rally on Saturday, survivors.
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Event Leadership Institute
JANUARY 31, 2018
Meeting & Event Job Openings | February 2018. Senior Manager, Events | Marriott International | Washington, VA. Director of Event Planning | Marriott International | Washington, VA. Washington. Project Assistant & Event Management (Summer 2018 Intern) | Kaiser Permanente | Seattle, WA. Washington D.C.
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Event Jobs | April 2018
Event Leadership Institute
APRIL 2, 2018
Meeting & Event Job Openings | April 2018. Washington. Washington D.C. Special Events Coordinator | Department of Defense | Washington D.C. Convention Services Coordinator | Omni Hotel & Resorts | Washington D.C. Convention Services Coordinator | Omni Hotel & Resorts | Washington D.C.
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Smart Moves in Qatar, London and More
Smart Meetings
APRIL 14, 2023
In 2018, he worked as hotel manager for Sheraton Grand Doha. Before joining Conrad Nashville, Koh worked as general manager for The Darcy Hotel in Washington, D.C. Gregory Hotel and Capitol Hill Hotel in Washington, D.C., She has also worked as general manager for Eivind and Hans of Georgetown Salon and Spa in Washington, D.C.
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4 Feel-Good Benefits of Outdoor Meetings
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 2, 2018
A post shared by Hyatt Regency Lake Washington (@hyattlakewash) on Jul 17, 2018 at 3:12pm PDT. A post shared by Hyatt Regency Lake Washington (@hyattlakewash) on May 17, 2017 at 7:16pm PDT. A post shared by Hyatt Regency Lake Washington (@hyattlakewash) on Aug 14, 2018 at 11:28am PDT. Meet in earshot of nature.
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Best of Smart Meetings’ 2018 Destination Stories
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 28, 2018
Here are 12 of our top destination stories from 2018. The post Best of Smart Meetings’ 2018 Destination Stories appeared first on Smart Meetings. We move through the city neighborhood by neighborhood, offering hot tips for groups.
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Event Leadership Institute
DECEMBER 31, 2017
Meeting & Event Job Openings | January 2018. Senior Manager, Events | Marriott International | Washington, VA. Washington. Washington D.C. Conference and Technical Event Producer | Precon Events | Washington D.C. Event Producation Coordinator | VIVA Creative | Washington D.C. Learn More. Plymouth, WI.
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Event Leadership Institute
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
Senior Manager, Events | Marriott International | Washington, VA. Washington. Washington D.C. Event Coordinator | AARP | Washington D.C. Event Coordinator | AARP | Washington D.C. Special Events Coordinator | Department of Defense | Washington D.C. Senior Events Coordinator | EAB | Washington D.C.
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20 Can't-Miss VR and AR Events in 2018
Bizzabo
APRIL 13, 2018
Disclaimer: Events which have passed at the time of writing as well as unconfirmed events in 2018 are not included in this list. 2) Google I/O 2018. 3) VRLA 2018 - Virtual Reality LA. 4) WWDC 2018 - Worldwide Developers Conference. 5) E3 2018 - Electronic Entertainment Expo. AR - Augmented Reality.
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Smart Moves in San Antonio, Louisville and More
Smart Meetings
MAY 4, 2021
Before joining TMG, Diamond worked as medical meetings project manager for MedStar Health in Washington, D.C. He’s also owner of and worked as CEO for Big White Dog Events in Washington, D.C. Talley Management Group (TMG), Inc., has named Diamond senior meeting manager.
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98 Claire Smith, CMP, Chair, 2018 PCMA Board of Directors
PCMA Convene
JANUARY 6, 2019
Claire Smith, CMP, 2018 Chair, PCMA Board of Directors. What’s clear to me is how our challenges are so similar regardless of whether you are a business events professional in Washington, D.C., What were your goals as chair? With change there is always an opportunity. or a business events professional in Bangkok, Thailand.
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On the Scene at ECEF 2018
MeetingsNet
MAY 31, 2018
The Exhibition and Convention Executives Forum, held in Washington, D.C., May 30, offered seven sessions and two networking events—one the evening before the main event, and a closing reception that, new for 2018, offered the opportunity to take 10 event industry technology solutions for a test drive. Media Image. transactionID.
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Smart Moves: Food and Beverage
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
He comes to the property in Leavenworth, Washington, from O’Grady’s Pantry in Leavenworth and Cafe Mela in Wanatchee, Washington. An interest in food and wine tastings led Abac to pursue his designation as Advanced Sommelier in 2020. Whitney is Icicle Village Resort ’s executive chef. Fleetwood Covington.
August 22, 2018: Turner Shuts Down 'Rick and Morty'-Theme Pop-Up Bar After One Day, See Inside the World’s First Beer Hotel, V.M.A.s Ratings Hit New Low
BizBash
AUGUST 22, 2018
TURNER SHUTS DOWN 'RICK AND MORTY'-THEME POP-UP BAR AFTER ONE DAY: Drink Company, a Washington-based mixology and hospitality company.
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How to Master On-Campus Meetings at Top University Venues
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 5, 2018
A post shared by Botanical Inks (@botanicalinks) on Sep 4, 2018 at 6:27pm PDT. A post shared by UCF Rosen College (@rosencollege) on Jul 24, 2018 at 5:01am PDT. A post shared by Notre Dame (@notredame) on May 20, 2018 at 6:16am PDT. University of Washington, Seattle. University of Central Florida, Orlando.
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Cvent Acquires Social Tables to Power Tighter Collaboration Between Event Planners and Venues
Social Tables
OCTOBER 16, 2018
Tysons Corner, VA – October 16, 2018 – Cvent , a market leader in meetings, events, and hospitality technology, today announced that it has acquired Social Tables , the leading event diagramming, seating, and collaboration platform. The company was seventh in Washington, DC in the 2018 Inc 5000.
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How to Take Networking to a Higher Plane
Smart Meetings
APRIL 14, 2023
Space Needle The landmark remnant of the 1962 World’s Fair in Seattle, Washington , was a futuristic symbol of hope when it when it was built. A renovation in 2018 endowed it with floor-to-ceiling glass to open up the views in all directions, allowing visitors to the 500-foot-tall capsule to feel that they are floating above the earth.
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Smart Moves in Portland, Minneapolis and More
Smart Meetings
APRIL 29, 2022
After working her way into dining room management, Smith first served as general manager of the property in 2018. With a decade of experience in luxury hotel management and operations, Sommers joins YOTEL Washington DC as its general manager. Matt Sommers.
IHG Hotels Launches Vignette Collection, a ‘Conversion Brand’
Smart Meetings
AUGUST 30, 2021
Voco was created in 2018 and currently has 19 properties around the globe in countries as varied as the United States, Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom, Australia and Austria. for instance, began looking to convert vacant Washington, D.C.- IHG predicted that Vignette Collection has the potential to capture 1.5 To the U.S.’s
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2022 Cheapest Airfare in the United States
Smart Meetings
MAY 26, 2022
For the first time since 2018, Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)—formerly McCarren International Airport— does not have the most affordable airfare in the U.S. Dulles International Airport in Washington, D.C., of meeting space. This year, the airport comes in third with an average fare of $247.53, a $37.53
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Seattle Convention Center Set to Open Summit Expansion Next Month
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 6, 2022
When the expansion was announced in 2017, the convention center was known as Washington State Convention Center, but the new name and differentiated buildings better reflect the location, funding and profile of the venues, Jeff Blosser, president and CEO of Seattle Convention Center shared.
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March 14, 2018: See Inside SXSW's First 'Sleep' Concert, Tiffany Haddish Would Host Oscars Under One Condition, March for Our Lives Gets Permits Approved for Anti-Gun Rally in Washington
BizBash
MARCH 14, 2018
SEE INSIDE SXSW'S FIRST 'SLEEP' CONCERT: The music portion of SXSW kicked off Monday, and this year the festival.
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Smart Moves in the U.K., Jerusalem and More
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
He’s also worked in leading roles with Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista and Washington Hilton in D.C. He comes from The Peninsula Bangkok, where he worked as hotel manager since October 2018. Angeles Moreno. Moreno is country manager for AIM Spain , the local branch of AIM Group International. Cameron Cundle.
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FTC to hold workshop examining online event ticket sales
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 5, 2018
FTC staff will accept submissions through December 5, 2018, electronically here or in written form. SW, Washington, DC, and will be webcast live on the FTC’s website. FTC staff has set up an email box, tickets@ftc.gov , for suggestions regarding potential workshop participants.
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Smart Moves in D.C., Richmond and More
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 18, 2021
With 30 years of industry experience, White is now director of sales at Teneo Hospitality Group ’s Washington, D.C., Grisko joined the company in 2018 as a divisional sales manager and became corporate director of sales and marketing last year. Lane is now general manager for Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle’s Southport.
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How Organizations Build Ties Through Community Service
PCMA Convene
JUNE 19, 2019
As a Washington, D.C., A partnership between the Washington Humane Society and the Washington Animal Rescue League, the Humane Rescue Alliance’s mission is to protect and rescue animals in the D.C. Members of PCMA’s Capital Chapter create dog toys from 146 T-shirts that members donated for the Humane Rescue Alliance.
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89 Must-See Attractions in the Evergreen State
Smart Meetings
JANUARY 6, 2019
The state of Washington boasts several exciting options for planners, including one-of-a-kind attractions. Read more about Washington’s outstanding offerings in Steve Winston’s story, “ Live It Like a Local: How Attendees Can Experience the Essence of This Unique Corner of America ,” in the December 2018 issue of Smart Meetings.
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Smart Moves in New York, Texas and More
Smart Meetings
JUNE 16, 2023
He most recently worked as director of operations for JW Marriott Nashville, where he played a large part in its opening in 2018. Chris Jennings Jennings is general manager at The Lake House on Canandaigua in New York. Throughout his hospitality career, he also worked in directorial roles at The Don Cesar in St.
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And the Forbes Five Star Rating Goes to…
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 22, 2019
A post shared by Salamander Resort & Spa (@salamanderresort) on Dec 8, 2018 at 10:29am PST. of meeting space has earned the Washington, D.C., area its first Forbes Five Star resort, just 35 minutes from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Its exceptional service and 12,000 sq.
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