SmartMeetings

MAY 6, 2024

Festivalization refers to the big and the bright of events; a festival-style environment with exciting programming that usually involves live performances, light shows, art and more of the “oh wow!” Part of his job, Simpson explains, is to attend these events and observe attendees to gain insight into their response to the programming.

Tech 84

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Conferences that Work

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Meeting professionals: this is a golden opportunity! Be sure to ask for a good mix of ethnic names, genders, and geographical regions, together with impressive job titles at big-name companies. But what if we’re just ones and zeros in a supercomputer, programmed by some teenage wunderalien who has nothing better to do?

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EventMB

JULY 6, 2022

Corporate Social Responsibility programs (CSR) have the potential to improve connection between team members and show that companies want to make a difference, and not just make a profit. Miguel Neves Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The Events.Hilton.com site is being enhanced to allow planners with groups of up to 35 attendees to book meetings online. Hilton has announced plans to roll out a direct-booking tool for small, simple meetings in early 2024. The new meeting tool is one of two Hilton initiatives aimed at small- and medium-sized businesses.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 27, 2024

We’ll start with whether climate change is being incorporated in the program content. Only 17 percent of 340 organizers, who plan corporate, nonprofit, academic, and other kinds of event, said they are featuring sustainability in their program content.

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SpotMe Blog

MAY 11, 2023

On the hunt for the top medical communications companies to help you run better life science events? So, when it comes to medical communications companies, you’ll want to select the best so you can run events that help you achieve your business goals. What is a medical / healthcare communications company?

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EventMB

JUNE 1, 2022

Not only is sustainability a focus of education programming at IMEX, but there is the IMEX-EIC People and Planet Village , a nature-inspired experiential area that highlights sustainability best practices. “Developing and launching sustainable business event programs is not an option anymore.

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EventMB

MAY 24, 2022

Getting there will probably be expensive – at least in the short term – but there are significant dividends for companies that can realize their sustainability commitments. In the long term, decarbonization initiatives may lead to innovations in engagement and connection that ultimately will be easier on corporate travel and meeting budgets.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2023

SITE CEO Annette Gregg analyzes incentive travel for 2023 and predicts trends for 2024 Annette Gregg, CEO of Society of Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) , was the speaker at this December’s Smart Meetings’ Smart Chat Live! They are seeing it as a positive recognition tool and a powerful business driver,” says Gregg.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2023

SITE CEO Annette Gregg analyzes incentive travel for 2023 and predicts trends for 2024 Annette Gregg, CEO of Society of Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) , was the speaker at this December’s Smart Meetings’ Smart Chat Live! They are seeing it as a positive recognition tool and a powerful business driver,” says Gregg.

Automotive 98

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MeetingsNet

MAY 5, 2023

Corporate travel departments are known to be a few steps ahead of their meeting department cousins in terms of putting managed-spend programs in place, and over the years, the Global Business Travel Association has often driven understanding of those strategies. Here’s how Microsoft does it.)

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Best Corporate Events

JANUARY 5, 2022

As vaccination rates rise and COVID cases fall , live business events and meetings are coming back in a big way. The recent IMEX gathering in Las Vegas drew more than 3,300 meeting professionals for in-person education and networking, and Smart Meetings is reporting that urban venues are seeing the return of group business.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 31, 2023

And when it comes to on-site experiences, we always recommend working with a destination management company (DMC) who will know all the ins and outs that don’t show up in typical reviews and searches. Start by sharing the goals, and paint a picture of past program successes, getting into what worked well and what didn’t.

Travel 94

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Smart Meetings

MAY 28, 2024

When Smart Meetings met with him after the lights had turned off and asked about his more than 34 years at Maritz, his roots in the hospitality industry and expansive volunteer roles with MPI and SITE, O’Malley said, “Humility is just the ability to look back and understand how lucky you are.

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MeetingsNet

MAY 9, 2024

Knowledge sharing, community building, engagement: a conference-initiated mentorship programs check all those boxes. Having well-defined goals will guide the structure and implementation of your program. Tailor your program to address these needs, ensuring relevance to your target audience.

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MeetingsNet

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Meetings that feature a wider purpose along with opportunities for teambuilding, wellness, creative endeavors, F&B preparation—and pickleball—are what’s being seen by one major conference-resort operator. Meetings are often aiming for a wider purpose beyond the stated business goals.

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Best Corporate Events

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Would you like your company to do more of them? Perhaps you appreciate the chance to give back to the community through corporate social responsibility (CSR) team building programs. Perhaps you appreciate the chance to give back to the community through corporate social responsibility (CSR) team building programs.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

At Mobile World Congress 2024, the rapid advance of artificial intelligence is on display through “spatial computing” applications that will affect meetings, including augmented reality, virtual reality, and 3D teleconferencing. Are Real-Feel Virtual Meetings Almost Here? See image below.

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Best Corporate Events

DECEMBER 1, 2021

hit a record high in September, as companies across industries and regions struggle to find enough help. And so it goes, across companies and job categories. How does a company become an employer of choice—a place that people want to join and don’t want to leave? Job openings in the U.S. Invest in Your People.

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Banking Corporate Events Hotels Conference 148

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The time has come for us to take proactive steps to address these challenges in the corporate meeting space. Company leaders must recognize the profound impact that work-related stress has on employees, and consequently, the overall success of organizations. It will enhance the overall health and performance of individuals and teams.

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Meetings Corporate Meetings Trade Shows Management 98

Smart Meetings

APRIL 18, 2024

The word “partnership” gets thrown around a lot in the events world, but when there are too few ballrooms for too many functions being planned, meeting planners and hotel and destination counterparts often find themselves on the losing end of negotiations that could be win-wins.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 3, 2024

When it comes to the esteemed industry designation, Connell says, “It’s not just receiving letters behind your name; it relates to understanding how organizations work and the impact that each individual can bring to the overall health of the company.” Events are everywhere; and event planners play an integral role in any and every industry.

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Medical Meetings 2022 Education Advertising 106

MeetingsNet

JUNE 16, 2023

Challenges with event budgets, timelines, and staffing—plus air-travel complications—were among the issues discussed at Global DMC Partners’ annual meeting. This is leaving less money for the other program elements that DMCs often handle.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 22, 2024

It’s Time to Demand Support for International Programs EVG is still recruiting investors. “We They all have to meet minimum investment criteria. They all have to meet minimum investment criteria. EVG may invest in specific events and companies, startups or those with compelling visions in the early stages of growth.

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Best Corporate Events

AUGUST 30, 2023

Programs like matching grants, giving employees time off to volunteer, and organizing events where employees can participate in CSR events alongside their peers represent a significant commitment by employers. The first post revealed 15 statistics about the value of CSR programs for companies, employees, and nonprofits.

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Financial Corporate Events Sustainability Marketing 78

Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Thanks to MGM Resorts’ sabbatical program called The Intermission, this longtime leader in Las Vegas was able to recapture the excitement of going to work by taking some time to reconnect with family—and herself. The program has two primary objectives. That is an insight busy meeting professionals can embrace.

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Meetings Sustainability Travel 2022 106

Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Convene Refer-a-Friend Program to offer up to $12,500 in cash payments for eligible referred business Convene , a global hospitality company that designs and manages premium meeting, event, and flexible office spaces, today announced that it has launched its Refer-a-Friend program to incentivize individuals to refer new business to the company.

Contracts 52

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Event Industry News

MARCH 4, 2024

Walls.io, the leading social wall solution provider, announced the elevation and continued success of its partnership with Cvent, a global-leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider. In 2023, Walls.io The growth marks a significant […]

2023 67

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 9, 2023

How AI and new demographics are changing incentive travel AI can help find relevant data and perhaps even write the first draft of an incentive program outline, but the level of personalization required to really motivate employees by rewarding them with experiences requires a human touch. That is only a sliver of who you are.”

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Thomas immersed meeting professionals in luxury When top incentive meeting professionals gather in the U.S. Virgin Islands for a Smart Meetings Extraordinary Experience, of course, they are going to start with an update about the latest trends in motivating performers, engage in some pirate-themed fun and tour five-star properties.

Meetings 95

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Financial & Insurance Conference Professionals (FICP) brought 700 thought leaders together at JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort in Florida to prepare meeting professionals for whatever comes next with a call to reflect, discover and recharge. That is why she suggested replacing the question, “What is the worst that can happen?”

2023 105

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Industry growth and a positive outlook is the 2024 theme American Express GBT Meetings & Events showcased its 13th annual “ Global Meetings and Events Forecast ” at IMEX America 2023. Companies are not in the office, so I think there’s a renewed effort in creating a sense of culture within companies.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 17, 2024

With unparalleled locations and amenities, outstanding perks for event planners and a focus on sustainability through Meet with Purpose, Hilton’s All-Inclusive resorts offer comprehensive packages catering to every event planner’s needs. When it comes to hosting successful events, Hilton All-Inclusive stands out as a premier choice.

Food and Beverage 52

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Smart Meetings

MAY 23, 2023

As you chat with fellow meeting professionals you hear the faint sound of a trumpet. This is the Marriott “Meet with Momentum” experience in New Orleans. This four-day experience by Marriott International is one of many currently offered by the company’s Meet with Momentum program, now in its third year.

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Best Corporate Events

JULY 31, 2023

Good companies offer outplacement services, counseling, and other assistance to the workers being let go. The best companies also take swift action following layoffs to reorganize, reassure, and engage those who remain. The numbers are even higher in the software industry (84%) and in companies with more than 500 employees (74%).

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Banking Corporate Events Marketing Management 78

Smart Meetings

JANUARY 30, 2024

Smart Meetings: What is the role of the Las Vegas Host Committee? We also had an amazing response to our TEAM LV volunteer program with more than 8,000 volunteers signed up to assist our team during Super Bowl Week. Bill McConnell: Sam hit on many of those, but the Host Committee’s legacy program has been a top priority.

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Best Corporate Events

AUGUST 12, 2021

The past 16 months have been both challenging and rewarding for our company. For many years we have been able to offer our experience in customizing and delivering great programs to our corporate clients and DMC partners. The pandemic posed a lot of new and unique challenges to businesses everywhere, and the events industry especially.

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