SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 20, 2016

Cities with the largest convention centers and most hotels aren’t always the best cities for conferences. SmartAsset cited San Antonio’s number of large event spaces, including the 65,000-seat Alamodome, as one of the key reasons for being the top city for conferences. 15, and New York and Los Angeles tied for No.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 20, 2016

Cities with the largest convention centers and most hotels aren’t always the best cities for conferences. SmartAsset cited San Antonio’s number of large event spaces, including the 65,000-seat Alamodome, as one of the key reasons for being the top city for conferences. 15, and New York and Los Angeles tied for No.

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Unique Venues

JUNE 30, 2022

Looking for the perfect space to host an outdoor event in the near future? At Unique Venues, we work with so many incredible venues that offer unique accommodations for any event, and these are our Top Picks for venues that offer outdoor spaces.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 16, 2023

Christopher Roden Roden is senior public events manager for Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth, Texas. This promotion follows his previous position at the complex as events trust fund program coordinator. Velez most recently worked as regional director of catering and conference services for Remington Hotels.

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 7, 2020

Discover this year's best virtual events focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion and learn how you can support and amplify the voices of those who need to be heard. Many companies are pivoting to virtual events. More than 90% of event marketers plan to make virtual a key part of their strategy going forward. Source: Twitter.

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Unique Venues

DECEMBER 12, 2018

There ain’t no mountain high enough that planners in collegiate conference services departments won’t climb to make sure a meeting or event on their campus has reached the pinnacle of success. University of New Mexico. Colorado State University. Fort Collins, CO. University of Montana. Missoula, MT.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 28, 2018

For example, State Theatre in Portland, Maine, a former movie house built in 1929, underwent a multimillion-dollar renovation and now can accommodate private catered events as well as an outdoor summer concert series. We describe some of the top annual events in both places throughout the year.

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Event Leadership Institute

DECEMBER 31, 2017

One of the main reasons event professionals learn with us is to hone the skills needed to advance their event planning careers, and many of them ask us about job openings. Meeting & Event Job Openings | January 2018. Design & Event Coordinator | AlliedPRA | Chandler, AZ. Event Manager | streamlinevents, inc.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 28, 2019

Below are some of my top tips for cutting down on distractions during an event. A streamlined agenda makes it more likely that attendees will stay engaged and interested throughout the event. If you are looking for fewer distractions during your next event, choose a location that lends itself to that goal. Location is Key.

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Event Leadership Institute

JANUARY 31, 2018

One of the main reasons event professionals learn with us is to hone the skills needed to advance their event planning careers, and many of them ask us about job openings. Meeting & Event Job Openings | February 2018. Events Coordinator II – Operations Logistics | Isagenix | Gilbert, AZ. Learn More.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 24, 2023

SIAL’s overall event network includes 10 shows worldwide, including France, Canada, China, the Middle East, India and Jakarta, with a total of 700,000 attendees and 16,000 exhibitors annually. There are currently 1,300 pending meetings slated for the event. Importers and exporters from the U.S.,

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 7, 2021

So begins the overview of R3: The Rocky Mountain Reskill Roadtrip , setting the tone for a hybrid/hackathon event organized by the PCMA Rocky Mountain Chapter and held on April 8, Global Meetings Industry Day. We’ve pursued that very passionately — how are we getting back to business and how can we make events happen? Daniel Stones.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2018

The event will be sponsored by Visit Omaha and Century Link Center Omaha, an arena and convention center. This] event was created to inspire customers by showcasing the unique ways that they can energize and engage meeting attendees. Plan Your Own Doggie Event. Special Treat. What’s even better than puppies? Lint rollers.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 15, 2022

Andaz West Hollywood , LA’s premier hotel on the Sunset Strip, named Tucker general manager and Frederick director of sales, events and marketing. Most recently, Codianne was director of operations at Daytona Beach Resort & Conference Center. For 15 years, McMillan has held roles in events and hospitality sales. Tony Ovalle.

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Event Leadership Institute

APRIL 2, 2018

One of the main reasons event professionals learn with us is to hone the skills needed to advance their event planning careers, and many of them ask us about job openings. Meeting & Event Job Openings | April 2018. Freelance Event Producer | AlliedPRA | Phoenix, AZ. Event Manager | Casino Del Sol | Tuscon, AZ.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 21, 2017

The LGBT Meeting Professionals Association (LGBT MPA) named Alexis Dinyovszky as a new member of the board of directors. Dinyovszky currently serves as the president of the board of directors for Southern Comfort (SoCo) Conference Organization and chairman of TGV Holidays, LLC, a booking agent for ocean cruises and travel.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

In 1999, Mark Heflin waited patiently to see if he was going to get into the first national Illustration Conference (ICON). Heflin did get the call, and when he entered the simple, low-ceilinged ball-room of the Eldorado Hotel in Santa Fe, New Mexico, he found a podium surrounded by vinyl banners. This was a business conference.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

In 1999, Mark Heflin waited patiently to see if he was going to get into the first national Illustration Conference (ICON). Heflin did get the call, and when he entered the simple, low-ceilinged ball-room of the Eldorado Hotel in Santa Fe, New Mexico, he found a podium surrounded by vinyl banners. This was a business conference.

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Event Leadership Institute

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

One of the main reasons event professionals learn with us is to hone the skills needed to advance their event planning careers, and many of them ask us about job openings. Fundraising Event Management. Technical Meeting & Event Production. Event & Meeting Management Fundamentals. Upcoming Courses.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

We take you on a planner’s tour of the films’ picturesque settings— from Montreal to Atlanta to Sydney —and break down where to host an event. Notable conference center: Palais des congres de Montreal, holding 113 rooms and venues with 551,520 sq. Notable conference center: David L. Filming location: Clovis, New Mexico.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

Iowa City has seen a growth in festivals and events centered on creative writing in recent years, including the annual One Book Two Book children’s-literature festival, local World Book Day celebrations, and the Iowa City Book Festival. The Iowa Writers Library at the Coralville Marriott Hotel & Conference Center.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 9, 2018

Incentives love beach resorts, and conferences are big at big-box hotels in the bustle of busy cities. Located 45 minutes outside of downtown San Antonio, the historic Don Strange Ranch is a working longhorn cattle ranch that’s perfect for corporate events. Vermejo Park Ranch, Raton, New Mexico. Need convincing?

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PCMA Convene

DECEMBER 28, 2017

If you’ve spent any time in the business-events industry, you know destinations like Las Vegas, Paris, Chicago, or Barcelona like the back of your hand. That’s amazingly exciting to be able to share that with anybody that’s doubting whether Rapid City is capable of hosting an event like this.”. Rapid City, South Dakota.

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PCMA Convene

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

We traced MOC back through the decades — from first introduction to physician response — and found out how Paschall and other meeting professionals have successfully added it to their conference offerings. That’s where MOC programs come in — and, by extension, the meetings and conferences where those programs are offered. CASE HISTORY.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 30, 2017

of meeting space, a rooftop pool with a bar and outdoor event areas. Albany Marriott Since we’re on the subject of Marriotts, the New York state capital’s second-largest hotel, Albany Marriott , has just finished the first phase of a $15 million refresh. of meeting space—basking with the glow of youth again.

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