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DECEMBER 11, 2017

The former executive vice president of Travel Portland is returning home to Arizona, where we went to college (Northern Arizona University) and started his extensive career with Marriott International. There are so many terrific events that happen on Tempe Town Lake, right in the heart of the downtown area.

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MAY 1, 2023

Skift Take: When an event planner's reputation depends on everything going off without a hitch, it's understandable that many want to stick to the tried and tested. Arizona Office of Tourism Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings Here are five meeting myths that may be holding back your full creative potential.

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OCTOBER 25, 2016

Experience Arizona like you never have before. A visit to Tempe, Arizona combines sunny skies and desert scenery with the energy of a college town. To learn how Tempe would be an ideal destination for your next meeting or event, apply to participate in this fun and informative tour. Shop for brand name bargains at Arizona Mills.

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

Experience Arizona like you never have before. A visit to Tempe, Arizona combines sunny skies and desert scenery with the energy of a college town. To learn how Tempe would be an ideal destination for your next meeting or event, apply to participate in this fun and informative tour. Shop for brand name bargains at Arizona Mills.

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JULY 5, 2023

One Arizona hotel forged creative partnerships with government agencies, nonprofit organizations and the local Afghan refugee community to address layers of disconnect happening in the city. Arizona was one of the top 10 ranking resettlement states from 2001-2021 and Phoenix became one of the assigned locations for Afghan refugees.

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

I will be attending Smart Event West National Sept. 11-13 at Arizona Biltmore, A Waldorf Astoria Resort , in Phoenix, and I must admit I’m pretty excited to stay at this property. Our three-day event is expected to draw close to 80 meeting planners and 80 suppliers at this historic resort known for luxurious hospitality.

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

I will be attending Smart Event West National Sept. 11-13 at Arizona Biltmore, A Waldorf Astoria Resort , in Phoenix, and I must admit I’m pretty excited to stay at this property. Our three-day event is expected to draw close to 80 meeting planners and 80 suppliers at this historic resort known for luxurious hospitality.

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EventUp

JULY 3, 2020

Here is a comprehensive list of restaurants that you can enjoy dine-in eating now in Phoenix, and Scottsdale, Arizona. You can revel in live music in the main dining room and patio areas, or have your event in one of our private dining rooms. Restaurants that are open in Phoenix: Stock & Stable. The Greene House.

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APRIL 5, 2024

There is simply no substitute for the power of in-person, face-to-face meetings and event travel—which generated nearly $120 billion in spending last year—and the value that results across practically every industry sector when people come together.” Below are scheduled events happening with MPI, PCMA and SITE in North America and Canada.

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JUNE 13, 2022

In-person events are back and they’re smaller and more local than ever. One of the biggest event trends in 2022 is sourcing venues with character. Local event venues can make a lasting impression on your attendees and gives them a chance to get to know the destination better. The rental costs start at $15,000. The Clayton House.

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MARCH 29, 2024

Meeting professionals spend months and sometimes years designing events that are engaging, inspiring and educational. 4 Post-con Questions By regrouping everyone involved immediately after an event, you can capture ideas while they are still fresh. Was there another way to approach the event/agenda/goal?

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AUGUST 8, 2019

Sunny destinations in the Southwest are always popular for leisure and business travelers, and Tempe, Arizona, is no exception. Tempe Mission Palms, located in the heart of downtown Tempe, recently completed a beautiful refresh defined as Arizona Midcentury Mission. This fun-filled college town is also perfect for business meetings.

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The Castle Group

JULY 19, 2021

Castle recently attended its first in-person industry networking event in more than 15 months. The Global Meeting and Incentive Travel Exchange (GMITE) was hosted at the Arizona Grand Resort in Phoenix, Arizona. Here are three major takeaways from the event: 1. The return to live events is here!

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JULY 27, 2021

It’s important to note that every event is different when it comes to COVID-19 protocols. A multitude of factors such as state regulations, attendee demographics, event format and more all play in to determining what procedures should be in place for each event. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to health and safety.

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MARCH 6, 2024

of flexible, customizable meeting and event space feature new and enhanced amenities, and groups have access to unique catering options. of meeting space, made up of seven customizable event spaces, attendees can enjoy innovative American fare at the property’s full-service restaurant, Emerson. The property’s 12,000 sq.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Tucson has incredible resorts with meeting space galore, but here they’re tucked into the foothills of the mountains that surround the city, creating backdrops for your events that you won’t believe. Consider having an off-site event at any one of our award-winning eateries that have received national media coverage.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2018

What gives Tucson , Arizona, its edge? Many of Tucson’s resorts are tucked into the foothills surrounding the city, creating stunning backdrops for events. Many of Tucson’s resorts are tucked into the foothills surrounding the city, creating stunning backdrops for events. Immerse Yourself in an Outdoor Mecca.

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JANUARY 24, 2019

But have you ever considered Tempe, Arizona ? The post Book a Meeting in Tempe, Arizona, and Save appeared first on Cvent Blog. As a meeting professional, you have many choices of destinations to choose from in the Southwest. Contact our team at 800-283-6734 or visit us at TempeMeetings.com.

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DECEMBER 6, 2023

As the meetings and events industry is still in reconstruction after Covid, the importance of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), giving back to communities and sustainability has garnered more attention and discussion.

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DECEMBER 6, 2023

As the meetings and events industry is still in reconstruction after Covid, the importance of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), giving back to communities and sustainability has garnered more attention and discussion.

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Event Farm

APRIL 19, 2022

When you’re in the event industry, ensuring that your events run safely and smoothly isn’t just an ideal to strive for—it’s part of the job description. Keeping everyone safe, engaged, and well-informed can be an enormous challenge; add a pandemic on top of it, and event planning has become more taxing than ever.

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OCTOBER 25, 2021

Until January of this year, Martin was partner events manager for RingCentral, and before that, she was senior meeting manager for National Conference of State Legislatures, both in Denver. ADERO Scottsdale, Autograph Collection hotel in Arizona has named Kokosinski its director of sales and marketing. Megan Martin. Stacey Kokosinski.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Tucson has incredible resorts with meeting space galore, but here they’re tucked into the foothills of the mountains that surround the city, creating backdrops for your events that you won’t believe. Consider having an off-site event at any one of our award-winning eateries that have received national media coverage.

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Hard Rock International named Williams director of global sales for meetings and events. Rovie has worked in directorial roles for Coeur d’Alene Gold and Spa Resort in Idaho, Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix, Fairmont Scottsdale Princess in Arizona and The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Shelley Williams.

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MARCH 6, 2024

Incorporating wellness into events authentically, rather than as a mere marketing strategy, requires thoughtful planning and a genuine commitment to the health and well-being of participants. Below are practical and affordable tips to embed wellness into your events genuinely, steering clear of “ wellness washing.”

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JANUARY 15, 2019

Arizona Biltmore. When approaching Arizona Biltmore, you immediately know that luxury is the resort’s forte. Event spaces include Frank Lloyd Wright Ballroom (24,576 sq. Event spaces include Frank Lloyd Wright Ballroom (24,576 sq. Related: Arizona Biltmore on Full Display During Smart Event.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2016

Thain, CHME, Director of National Accounts with SuperShuttle joins us on our latest episode of Event TALK. Tara Thain came from the historic city of Philadelphia, PA to attend Arizona State University. She shares best practices for Meeting Planners on managing group transportation for conferences and meetings. LISTEN TO THE SHOW.

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Bizzabo

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

We encourage every event planner to mark their calendars for the following 35 events and conferences in 2020. We know how hard it can be to find great events to attend, so we’ve made it easier for you. Attending these conferences will allow you to learn more about the events industry and meet other event professionals.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2023

of meeting and event space and will soon host Smart Meetings’ own Incentive Experience Dec. of meeting and event space. The hotel’s expansive meeting and event space includes salons, parlors, patios, ballrooms and more. The resort offers 72,000 sq. 10-12, 2023. The sister resort, Buoy Haus, adds an additional 13,000 sq.

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MARCH 27, 2023

As a sponsor of the Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee, but not the big game itself, the Arizona-based brand launched a local and regional sponsorship anchored by digital “trading cards” that let parents rightfully claim their pets as MVPs: Most Valuable Pets. Agency: Activent.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Smart Meeting sat down with David Lutz, managing director of Velvet Chainsaw Consulting, and Stewart Mann founder, CEO and chief operations officer of Wild Rooster Events, who both have vast knowledge in facilitating groups, to find out what tools meeting planners can unitize to craft a genuine and authentic small meeting experience.

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FEBRUARY 10, 2023

We would go to events, meetings, conferences and the swag would be left in the trash or in the hotel room and that’s not sustainable. One of the tenants of Wet Paint Group is to create gifting with impact and fill the needs of our clients by creating a lifespan of the product for after the event. I go to the gift shows.

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JUNE 16, 2023

She has more than two decades of experience in the spa and wellness industry, which includes developing spa and wellness programs and concepts at Mii Amo in Sedona, Arizona, The Spa at Cliff House Resort in Cape Neddick, Maine and Suncadia Resort in Cle Elum, Washington, where she spent nearly 10 years.

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MARCH 17, 2023

Adreanne Lewis Photo: Leo Thompson Lewis is director of sales, events and marketing for The Driskill in Austin, Texas. She previously worked at Fairmont Austin as director of event sales and services. Scott Snofsky Snofsky is general manager for Great Wolf Lodge Arizona in Scottsdale. Kimpton Banneker Hotel in Washington, D.C.,

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MAY 25, 2023

This is the first time Cvent has generated the list since the pandemic halted events. 8), Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona (No. Phoenix / Scottsdale, Arizona 10. 8) and Arizona Biltmore, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel (No. Arizona Biltmore, A Waldorf Astoria Resort “We’re thrilled to be this year’s number one Cvent Top Meeting Hotel.

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OCTOBER 14, 2022

Before this move, he was director of rooms for Arizona Biltmore, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Phoenix, Arizona. Vuong previously worked as director of operation for Informa Markets, managing event logistics, transportation, security, sustainability and signage for Florida Boat Shows. David Tortora. Thuy “Twee” Vuong.

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JULY 15, 2021

For those who might have missed it, there was an awesome hybrid event happening in Phoenix, Arizona last week: PCMA EduCon: We Are Better Together ! As anticipated, it was a huge success and the Event Brew hosts are here to tell the story. And there’s more: he was also the co-host of the entire event!

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