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The Heatwave of the Future Is Here

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For others, it could mean foregoing the use of an outdoor venue altogether while selecting a venue that features an extensive sustainability program. In addition to carefully selecting a venue for its sustainability policies, event planners are now enlisting the services of consultants that specialize in disaster response and mitigation.

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7 Aquariums for Your Next Event That You Really “Otter” See!!

Unique Venues

Aquariums are some of the most fascinating and educational venues for you to hold fun and exciting events. The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk , in Norwalk, CT offers special event options with an educational twist. From coast to coast in the United States and Canada, fascinating aquaria offer inspiring settings to host any type of event.

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Into the Wild(erness Risk Management Conference)

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What does a rescue look like if you’re trapped in a snow cave on a remote glacier in Alaska? OFF THE BEATEN PATH WRMC is organized every fall by NOLS, a nonprofit, global school with a mission of teaching wilderness and leadership skills, along with environmental sustainability. ILLUSTRATION BY CARMEN SEGOVIA.

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Not Your Mother’s Incentives… Or Even Last Year’s

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Sustainability is no longer just nice to have: It’s now a necessity in program design. Education, opportunity to learn are key: Learning new skills or doing something that enhances your life is what it’s about. It’s like sustainability. In short, these are not your mother’s—or father’s—incentive trips.

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How to Host Conferences at Unique Venues

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Because of this, the conference needs to start right away so as not to miss out on Continuing Medical Education (CME) hours. We had a great first day on the cruise, departing Vancouver, BC, sailing under the Lion’s Gate Bridge, and making our way through the spectacular Inside Passage to Ketchikan, Alaska after a day at sea.

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Earth Month Mahalo

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These initiatives are focused on sustainability with the goal of supporting the most eco-friendly practices possible including sustainable gardens located on hotel properties, partnerships to curb food waste, programs to help procure locally sourced produce and programs to boost the local community such as youth development.