Smart Meetings

AUGUST 4, 2022

Bruggemans was most recently an adjunct faculty member in the Hospitality Management Program at California State University, San Bernardino. She has previously been executive director of Sumba Hospitality Foundation in Indonesia, F&B manager for Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, conference services manager for Riviera Palm Springs and more.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 12, 2023

Adam Heffron Heffron is general manager at Conrad Washington, DC. Heffron comes from the other side of the United States at Conrad Los Angeles, where he worked as general manager. Tipota previously worked across Oahu and Maui as director of sales and marketing for event rental company Accel Events & Tents.

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Eventinterface

AUGUST 15, 2016

Mia Monroe is an award-winning certified special event, meeting and government meeting professional, speaker, author of trade articles and the conference and event manager for NASA Johnson Space Center’s Human Health and Institutional Management contract for Florida-based AllPoints, LLC. Three things: 1.

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Connect Your Meetings

JULY 9, 2019

36 • Manager of Events. 31 • Associate Manager of Meetings. Washington, D.C. 37 • Account Manager. Destination Tahoe Meetings & Events. 38 • Destination Services Manager. 27 • Chapter and Events Manager. Washington, D.C. 31 • Relationship Manager. Washington, D.C.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 18, 2023

He previously worked for Visit Cincy as national manager of diversity sales, during which time he booked numerous large conferences and conventions. Julio Flores Julio Flores Flores joins the recently renovated Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Carson as general manager.

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Bizzabo

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

Investing time to learn how to find the perfect location at any stage of the event planning process is a smart and cost effective solution. There’s obviously no sure-fire way to guarantee a perfect location for your conference, but by having a more refined search plan clever event managers can skyrocket their chances of success.

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Bizzabo

MAY 8, 2019

The numbers are in: live, in-person events are critical to company success, according to 84% of Vice President and C-Level executives. Amazon, the online retail behemoth, clearly agrees and understands the power of event marketing. Let's explore 12 of their most imaginative event types and conferences. The Events.

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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. She also worked as reservations agent and manager in training for conference services and groups sales. Harlander previously worked as managing director of Rosewood Bangkok. Rachel Thompson.

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Connect Your Meetings

MAY 4, 2017

Washington, D.C. 26 • Director of National Events. Co-Founder and Event Connoisseur. 27 • Sales Manager. 35 • Marketing and Conference Administrator. 31 • Member Services and Conference Planner. 38 • Program Manager, Conferences and Meetings. Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C.

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Connect Your Meetings

AUGUST 3, 2018

Alison Jo McKeithen, MBA, CMP, 38, works in Washington, D.C., as conferences manager at NMAC. As a 2018 40 Under 40 honoree, McKeithen discusses her passion for the events industry. When I was promoted to meeting planner, I honed my event management skills.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 9, 2023

Buchanan previously worked as Visit San Antonio’s national sales manager, in addition to other roles within the organization. Before joining Visit San Antonio, Buchanan worked as event manager for Henry B. Before her promotion, Bippert worked as Visit San Antonio’s destination experience manager.

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Connect Your Meetings

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

Congratulations to all involved for ensuring the events business continues to grow. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. Carolyn Patterson, director of events at the American Psychological Association, hailed the 2.3-million managing engineer (planning) at the Rhode Island Department of Transportation.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 23, 2020

Once we resume a sense of normalcy post-COVID, the advantages of saving on travel & accommodation expenses; and the ability to have more delegates and attendees by offering a hybrid event of both Virtual and physical (In-person) attendance will be surely capitalized upon. Adeola Fowodu, Celebration Events Management.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 14, 2023

But during an internship in Washington, D.C., “I So, start signing up for those webinars or attending those local events or national conferences.” She also finds it important to make time to attend other events and experiences to gain new ideas and perspectives. “I And then, she says, “Study, study, study! …In

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Smart Meetings

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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Connect Your Meetings

AUGUST 3, 2018

Wilkins, 34, works in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, as events manager at e-Builder. As a 2018 40 Under 40 honoree, Wilkins discusses her passion for the events industry. What I do: I lead and manage event strategy, coordination and execution of key e-Builder events—online and offline—for customers, partners and prospects.

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Stova

JANUARY 17, 2023

Their offices are located in Atlanta, Beijing, Brussels, Chicago, Denver, Kansas City, New York and Washington D.C. Challenge Solution Event Challenge Kellen Challenge Because Kellen works with a variety of clients with different complex software needs, it needed an event management software that was robust and adaptable.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

Association of Destination Management Executives International (ADMEI) wrapped up its 2019 annual conference at Four Seasons Houston with a pledge to increase the visibility of the association globally. Outgoing president Marty MacKay, president of Hosts Global Alliance in Washington, D.C.,

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

TalkingTree Creative is an award-winning creative events and experiential marketing company headquartered near Washington, DC. With us, your wildest event dreams can come to life. Services: Event management & production. Custom theatrical events. Trade Conferences. While we are based in the U.S.,

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Eventmobi

MAY 18, 2020

I have done a lot of reading on what the new look will be for meetings, parties, conferences, food, etc. “We have created a post-COVID-19 events plan that outlines protocol that we must take in order to protect not only our team but, our clients and their guests. ” Andrew Roby, Andrew Roby Events, Washington, D.C.

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Event Leadership Institute

DECEMBER 31, 2017

Check out Event Leadership Institute’s on-demand library with over 100 courses & interview videos for as little as $25 per month, as well as our online Professional Development courses in event management. Meeting & Event Job Openings | January 2018. Events Manager | Creative Circle | Scottsdale, AZ.

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Event Leadership Institute

JANUARY 31, 2018

Check out Event Leadership Institute’s on-demand library with over 100 courses & interview videos for as little as $25 per month, as well as our online Professional Development courses in event management. Meeting & Event Job Openings | February 2018. Experience Manager | Live Nation | Phoenix, AZ.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 13, 2021

If you are restricted to hosting your event in a particular city, the answer may already be decided for you. At the time I am writing this article in early April, in Washington, D.C. events are limited to 50 people for outdoor events and 10 people for indoor events.

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SpotMe Blog

JULY 25, 2021

A hybrid event is a blend of the traditional in-person event with the online virtual event. Attendees can go to an actual venue for the event, but can also opt to participate online if they are unable to be there in person. Consider how hybrid aspects can work for these types of events for your organization: Conferences.

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Bizzabo

JUNE 12, 2020

Andrew Roby Events. Headquarters: Washington, D.C. Andrew Roby has 13 years of experience in the events industry. His agency, Andrew Roby Events, specializes in corporate gatherings, social get-togethers, and breathtaking wedding ceremonies in the Washington D.C. Events by Andre Wells.

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Event Leadership Institute

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

Likewise, many industry employers reach out to us looking for good candidates to fill a variety of job positions, knowing that we strive to help event pros raise the caliber of their work to the best possible industry standards. Fundraising Event Management. Technical Meeting & Event Production. Post A Job.

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Event Leadership Institute

APRIL 2, 2018

Check out Event Leadership Institute’s on-demand library with over 100 courses & interview videos for as little as $25 per month, as well as our online Professional Development courses in event management. Meeting & Event Job Openings | April 2018. Freelance Event Producer | AlliedPRA | Phoenix, AZ.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 27, 2021

Based in Washington, D.C., Pencak’s more than 15 years of experience includes roles with SmithBucklin as event director; SuccessFactors, an SAP Company, as global event manager; and Thompson Management Associated as conference manager. Andre Brose.

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Connect Your Meetings

AUGUST 3, 2018

Jim Clapes, 37, works in New York City as conference and events manager at the Drug Policy Alliance. As a 2018 40 Under 40 honoree, Clapes discusses his passion for the events industry. and marry my interest in event coordination with the non-profit sector. Connect with Clapes on Instagram.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

Global healthcare event management business, Ashfield Meetings & Events (part of UDG Healthcare plc), and sister brand SPARK THINKING, which delivers events outside the healthcare industry, have moved UK offices to accommodate an expanding workforce. . Brand Events. Conferences. Event Tech.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 21, 2023

With over 25 years of experience in travel, tourism and business events, and in leadership roles with Starwood Hotels and Resorts and Destination Toronto, he brings extensive experience to oversee BestCities operations, focusing on their values of legacy, sustainability and advancement of the global impact of meeting events.

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Glow Global Events

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Internally, Tea Shepherd, our new Event Manager, joined the team in late November. We added the following organizations to our roster of valued clients: Airport Minority Advisory Council ( AMAC ) – Glow spearheaded the 36 th Annual AMAC Airport Business Diversity Conference, a virtual event, June 14-16. s Kennedy Center.

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Eventbase

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Event managers can capitalize on this growing trend to make their event experiences more appealing to business travelers who want a bit of leisure on the side. How can event managers appeal to the bleisure traveler? Include details of the extended rates in your event communications and event app.

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Eventbrite UK

JULY 18, 2017

Nicola Lloyd from Washington Frank examines where you should continue to spend your budget and where you can save on costs to maximise ROI. The post Maximising your Event Budget – Where to Scrimp & Where to Spend appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 13, 2021

The first days of 2020 dawned bright for Los Angeles-based event management company BDI Events. “I What Martin didn’t know was that he was about to become a therapist to clients from Berlin to Washington, D.C., Some of those milestone conferences are never coming back,” he says with a mournful shrug.

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Socio Events

APRIL 4, 2017

What are you doing, how are you doing it and which event influencers are you following to stay ahead of the game? Here are our top 5 picks for Event Influencers to Follow: @tojulius. CEO and Founder of Bizbash, David Adler started his career after launching a Washington society magazine at a young age. davidadler. ItsWillCurran.

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Event Industry News

MAY 9, 2019

PCMA Foundation celebrated the business events industry and honored 21 outstanding professionals for their dedication, innovation and passion at the 2019 Visionary Awards in Washington, D.C. Seasholtz, CMP, director of meetings and events, Talley Management Group Inc.; Finalists for the award: Heather M.

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