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8 Lessons 2016 Taught Us About Meeting Planning

SmartMeetings

They prioritize price over airline loyalty, making airlines rethink their tactics and pricing strategies. Acquisitions are a part of life, as companies such as Starwood, Marriott, Virgin America, Alaska Airlines, Lanyon and Cvent can all attest to. Alaska Air Finalizes Acquisition of Virgin America.

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TWT: Mask Lift Fallouts, Sustainable Travel

Smart Meetings

Mask Lifts, Flight Refunds and Airline Sickouts. AP said all three airlines would look at refunds on a case-by-case basis, but that basic economy tickets without refunds built into the fare may not be refundable. The Los Angeles Times quoted Alaska Airlines , saying they would also look at these refunds on a case-by-case basis.

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Top Event Agencies: The Ultimate Directory (2019)

Bizzabo

Notable clients: American Airlines, American Express, BEAM, E&J Gallo, Shell. Meeting Expectations. Founded in 1992, Meeting Expectations is a full-service meeting planning and association management company that drives client success through effective and engaging event and membership experiences. Atlanta, GA.

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