Smart Meetings

MARCH 13, 2024

With “experiences” continuing to be the key word of the meetings and events industry, Smart Meetings has compiled a list of exotic and international destinations that are ideal for incentives and executive retreats that will deliver all that is advertised and more for “spring break” 2024!

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Smart Meetings

MAY 4, 2023

Thanks to some exciting new spaces opening across the country, meeting planners can host events at cultural centers that provide educational experiences that will have a lasting impact. We collected all the resources you need to plan an event that is respectful and enlightening. hospitality industry. hospitality industry.

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MeetingsNet

AUGUST 4, 2023

In addition, Alaska Air has reduced its seat capacity into and out of California cities by nearly 25 percent, while flying more frequently to leisure destinations in Mexico and Central America. As a result, researching airlift might have to move higher up on a planner’s to-do list when scouting destinations and properties.

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TicketBud

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

The new Events Showcase Page provides a branded ticketing experience, with greater cross promotion across multiple events. The ‘Events Showcase Page’ is the latest feature to be announced, as part of Ticketbud’s revitalized event management and ticketing platform. Kayhan Ahmadi, CEO of Ticketbud.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 14, 2019

If you crave fitness more than food, trek on over to Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows in Olympic Valley, California, on July 18–21 for live music, outdoor yoga classes (think Acroyoga) and guided adventures at Wanderlust Festival , an event for the inner explorer to unplug and recharge. Alaska Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race.

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Glow Global Events

JUNE 21, 2022

Hosting fun, safe events is possible with the right preparation. While life has mostly returned to normal and many of us are reconvening, it’s still important to make sure your event is as safe as possible, whether you’re gathering in-person or virtually. Here’s how to host a summer event that leaves your guests happy — and healthy!

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Brilliant Event Planning

JULY 24, 2020

The below is the most recent information we were able to gather on event restrictions in New York and New Jersey in order to stop/slow the spread of Covid-10. If elevators are necessary at an event, only one individual is permitted at a time unless all individuals are wearing face coverings. Photo by Lindsay Madden Photography.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 29, 2022

However, the current conditions allow for similar events of extreme heatwaves every three years, ETH Zurich climate scientist Sonia Seneviratne said. Event professionals must now anticipate what attendees will be exposed to even in destinations where extreme heat is not the norm. Your Fix-It Guide for Today’s Event Emergencies.

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The Planner's Lounge

JANUARY 20, 2023

If your specialty is private residence weddings, then anyone who is planning this type of event will know that you have extensive experience in creating a wedding in a space that is not normally a wedding venue and you know all the challenges. Effective Marketing Niching down makes marketing MUCH easier!

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MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022

The DOT’s new Airline Customer Service Dashboard makes it easy for travelers to know what they’re entitled to in the event of flight delays and cancellations. The airlines covered in the Airline Customer Service Dashboard are Alaska, Allegiant, American, Delta, Frontier, Hawaiian, JetBlue, Southwest, Spirit, and United.

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Event Marketer

JANUARY 8, 2024

8) to get pumped up for the show’s new chapter, set in Alaska, with the help of its “frozen billboards.” Agency: NVE Experience Agency) Photos: Courtesy of Searchlight Pictures The post The Brief: Frozen Billboards and Victorian Peep Shows appeared first on Event Marketer. 7) and New York (on Jan.

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PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Seattle and thePacific Northwest, “all up and down the coast and certainly up into Alaska, the entire Salish Sea area as we call it, is really, really rich in that cultural heritage,” Norwalk added. And so we just didn’t want to not bring that up. We work with a number of different tribes.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Thompson is catering sales and event manager for The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa, Avon, Vail Valley in Colorado. Rachel Thompson. Thompson comes from Sonnenalp Hotel in Vail, where she worked in multiple roles, most recently as its concierge. Cynthia Boyett.

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Unique Venues

MARCH 22, 2023

Aquariums are some of the most fascinating and educational venues for you to hold fun and exciting events. Whether you’re hosting a corporate gathering, wedding reception, or birthday party, an aquarium event venue can provide an environment that is both unique and memorable. Always dreamed of finding yourself inside a kelp forest?

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 29, 2020

Following recent news that Google and the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office had been voted out of participating in San Francisco Pride , Event Industry News caught up with the event’s board president, Carolyn Wysinger. It is sponsored by the likes of Bud Light, Alaska Airlines, T-Mobile, Smirnoff and Facebook among many others.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 4, 2021

Motivational Keynote Speaker, Event Emcee and Host of F THIS S. If you want to get a great tan, move out of Alaska. I work in the best industry in the entire world, have the coolest clients and I’ve seen a lot of wonderful events, places and things. Name : Rachel Sheerin. Certified Professional Behavioral Analyst. “To

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

The workshops, which Rabaté described as “short, very fun, and interactive” videos, allowed viewers to make simple at-home art inspired by the pieces displayed at the Louvre Abu Dhabi — such as a creating a paper animal mask based on a Shamanic Ritual Mask from Alaska, 1890-1910.

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Event Marketer

AUGUST 16, 2021

Playing to a global audience and leaning on the Amazon ecosystem, the brand activated Twitch takeovers, virtual watch parties, consumer gifting, curated screening events and grassroots regional activations. For obvious reasons, watch parties and screening events were a key part of the programming. Watch Parties and Screenings.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 6, 2017

If you’ve considered a career in event planning, you likely know which degrees are perfect for the field and whether or not your personality is a match. Keep reading to find out what you can expect as an event planner salary, plus some of the factors that will determine the numbers. Better events, no stress. Click To Tweet.

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Unique Venues

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Replace young man with planners and the phrase holds true today when searching the perfect location for your next big event. Located in beautiful Golden, Colorado, set 15 miles from downtown Denver, this prestigious venue offers an ideal location for a variety of events including meetings, conferences, retreats and athletic camps.

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The Expo Group

JUNE 5, 2018

Todd and Dana talk about the impact the Exhibitions and Events Industry has on the U.S. We also review some observations delivered from our friend and human-centered design expert Mickey McManus at the recent ECEF event from Lippman Connects. Todd and Dana talk about the impact the Exhibitions and Events Industry has on the U.S.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 9, 2023

He worked with IDEO U Design Thinking to eliminate friction in the event experience by controlling traffic, streamlining queues and making attending as easy as watching from home while entertaining at the highest levels and being the most sustainable operation possible. “We

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 3, 2017

JetBlue, Southwest and Alaska Airlines all provided a superior customer service experience and outperformed the average industry stock earnings over a six-year period–as measured by Dow Jones and Moody’s in the study. The subconscious often dictates how an event is perceived. Aim higher than customer satisfaction.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 29, 2017

These disasters significantly impacted the meetings and events industry by forcing the cancellation or postponement of many gatherings, but thanks partly to the industry’s efforts , most of the areas hit are recovering much more quickly than initially anticipated. Add to that major wildfires in California.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

sporting event of the year and a Pepsi Halftime Show that made (millennial) hearts flutter, fans could participate in a range of in-person brand activations. Now, crack open a cold one and join us for a roundup of the Super Bowl LVI events and experiences that scored with fans in L.A. In addition to viewing the biggest U.S. NBC SPORTS.

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PCMA Convene

JULY 9, 2021

Catastrophic wildfires in Australia, heat waves in Alaska, and frequent floods on the Eastern seaboard of the U.S. An Eco-Friendly Events Ecosystem. We also prioritize virtual events over in person when it’s practical,” Bender said. “We For in-person events, Smith thinks that big venues can be part of the solution. “A

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Plan Your Meetings

DECEMBER 6, 2016

Some Christmas event themes are so popular that there is a tendency to repeat them year after year. Draw inspiration for Christmas events from other countries, music and dance. To get you started, here are examples of how to breathe new life into three of the most popular Christmas event themes. A tropical Christmas.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Meeting and event planners are well-aware that time is money , and that arriving late can completely throw off an otherwise successful function. Despite its large fleet, Delta also beat out smaller airlines, including Alaska Airlines and Sun Country Airlines. Alas, when travel is involved, even more factors are at play. Southwest (78.9

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

For Dreamforce, which had a National Park theme this year, holding the event in the fall meant utilizing warm colors with a focus on getting outside and into nature. Event mascot Einstein watched from the top of the rock. For example, Alaska Airlines offered airplane simulations. Keep it Hands-on. Lockdown Your Layout.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 12, 2017

Rather than focusing on life’s strains, plan a meeting or event where free time provides an opportunity to recharge , relax and decompress. Gates of the Arctic National Park, Alaska. Everyone could use a little more Zen. The demanding modern workplace frequently imposes a hefty dose of stress.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

The September event brought destination marketers from Alaska to Texas to Riverside Hotel in Boise, Idaho, for networking, breakout sessions, a lesson in crisis communication and a taste (and a twirl) of downtown Boise’s booming Basque Cultural District. Top Trends Impacting Hospitality, Tourism and Events. Shawna Suckow.

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Bizzabo

DECEMBER 20, 2019

Discover must-attend cannabis events that are shaping a fast-developing industry. Thanks to increasing legalization of recreatio nal marijuana use in many parts of the world, an entirely new category of events is fast emerging. Event marketers of cannabis events are undeterred by regional restrictions. Lift & Co.

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Meeting Tomorrow

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

For the last 15-years, we’d rented out thousands of computers and iPads for live events and conferences. In the world of live events, there is no room for error. We even delivered via barge to Nome, Alaska. Meanwhile, like so many other companies, we watched our industry screech to a halt.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

In the event that you contracted Covid within 90 days prior to your trip, documentation of your recovery should be carried with you and presented in place of a negative test or vaccination. Its partners include American Airlines, British Airways, Alaska Airlines, Iberia Airlines, Japan Airlines and more.

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Quickmobile

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Take it from me – an ex-event planner who worked primarily on cruise ships. Even without unique venues, time zones can wreak havoc on your event. This one is a tale from before I was officially an event planner or working in the cruise industry. Surprisingly, some calamity takes place fairly frequently at events on trips.

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Vendini

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Events can be the unsung hero for any suitor looking to make a great impression. Some other popular games this year include: Central Washington University’s Men’s Basketball Game vs. The University of Alaska-Fairbanks at the Nicholson Pavilion in Ellensburg, WA. Choose the best events to resonate with your patrons and add a show today!

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

Creatively employ event apps and virtual reality. I may be showing my age, but back in the 90s when raves were all the rage, we “heard” about events via handbills and flyers, which instructed us to send an email for details or show up to a particular location for directions. Make sessions more interactive. Blah blah blah.

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