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How to Prepare for Conclave

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When 300 certified meeting professionals arrive in Birmingham, Alabama, the second week of November for CMP Conclave , they will be greeted by three days of immersive education on every aspect of event planning—all of which counts toward continuing education units for recertification, of course. More: The Ultimate Road to CMP.

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7 Smart Moves in Boston, Memphis and Malibu

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Before this, White was general manager for The Chattanoogan Hotel in Tennessee. White has received the Marriott Service Excellence Leadership Award, Hotelier of the Year by Alabama Hospitality Association, and Hilton’s Developer of the Year and Connie Award. Radisson Blu Mall of America in Minneapolis appointed Francis general manager.

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2019 40 Under 40: The In-Crowd

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27 • Chapter and Events Manager. 32 • Senior Meetings Manager. Association Management Center. 37 • National Conference Coordinator. 28 • Director of Education & Events. 38 • Meeting Planner and Event Manager. 35 • Conferences and Meetings Manager. Gulf Shores, Alabama.

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Your Favorite Meeting Venues in the South

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Von Braun Center in Huntsville, Alabama is “well run,” says Hank Isenberg, president of IronMountain Solutions. Hammons Convention Center Northwest Arkansas and the Alpharetta Conference Center, home of Connect Georgia 2018. Also receiving votes were John Q. Joe’s Clubs & Resorts in Panama City Beach, Florida.

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The Ultimate Guide to Corporate Event Planning

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Here are the main reasons why corporations put so much effort into planning and executing corporate events, along with the types of events they usually correspond with: Raise brand/product awareness (trade shows, conferences, product launches). Seminar/conference. Manage onsite processes in real time.

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The Castle Group: PRGN’s PR and Event Management firm in Boston, MA, USA

The Castle Group

Castle’s Role in PRGN Castle lends expertise in public relations and is one of four agencies specializing in event management. Sandy previously served as secretary and Wendy has chaired the conference and site committee since 2009.