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7 Ways to Embed Wellness in Your Meetings

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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. Collaborate with local suppliers for fresh, sustainably sourced ingredients. Also, check the calorie counts on mocktails and smoothies.

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Smart Chat: Dana Chorpenning on Responsible Gifting

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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. Instead of the more promotional products, I go to the markets in New York, Atlanta and Dallas to find really creative gift ideas. One example is beautiful candles made by a woman in Arizona.

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Smart Moves in Washington, DC, Baton Rouge and More

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Joelle Park Joelle Park Park is appointed to the role of senior vice president and chief marketing officer at BWH Hotels. In this executive role, Park will lead the company’s global marketing, brand strategy and communications. Shelby Luzzi Shelby Luzzi Luzzi is the first senior manager, sustainability, of Destination DC (DDC).

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Smart Moves in Washington, North Carolina and More

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Johnson is senior vice president and chief marketing officer for Newport Beach & Company in California. She serves on the industry boards and committees of Destinations International, Destination Marketing Association of the West, Visit California and California Travel Association. David Tortora. Thuy “Twee” Vuong. Josh Delgado.

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Smart Moves in Little Rock, Oakland and More

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Louisville Tourism has promoted Morgan and Lundy to marketing manager roles and hired Clements as convention sales assistant. Morgan now handles promotion and initiative marketing for tourism in the organization. Lundy now handles marketing for the convention sales and destination service departments.

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35 Must Attend Events For Event Planners in 2020

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Phoenix, Arizona. Experiential Marketing Summit 2020. The ultimate training conference on the ultimate marketing discipline: experiential marketing. Destination Arizona. Phoenix, Arizona. Global Meeting and Incentive Travel Exchange. Chicago, Illinois. IBTM America. FIEXPO Latin America. Cvent CONNECT.

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We Picked Out Our Favorite Gifts For Event Profs So You Don’t Have To!

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Protecting the Environment: Sustainability in Events – Recognizing The Social & Human Impact of the Industry. ? As a marketer, I sometimes wonder if emails like these are opened during the holiday season. Go Green: How to Start Creating Sustainable Events. Want an early holiday gift right now? 9 -minute read ).