GEVME

AUGUST 15, 2019

Sustainability is part of the plan. You can change the boring course of any event with carefully prepared program content and a sustainability plan. . Everything you plan to surprise your guests with in 2019 should be practical and useful. Sustainability strategies replace one-off programmes.

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Event Industry News

JULY 27, 2021

And she is also certified as a meeting professional (CMP) with certificates in meeting management, sustainable events, event design, virtual event & meeting management, and pandemic on-site protocol. “We are excited to welcome Silvia to the ALHI family,” said Mike Dominguez, President & CEO of ALHI.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 5, 2016

From books that take an irreverent approach to meeting planning to comprehensive guides on everything from meeting design to green events , this reading list has everything the modern meeting planner needs for a relaxing day of poolside reading. Sustainable Event Management: A Practical Guide.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 15, 2022

New Intent’s plan is to create educational sessions, white papers and knowledge sharing by partnering with events industry supply chain and speaker services. Smart Meeting asked CEOs of destination marketing organizations (DMOs) for tips on how to be more proactive in being accessible to travelers. Read how you can help here.

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Maritz Global Events

MARCH 3, 2020

Carbon neutrality, sustainable design, and eco/green themes are becoming the new event fad. Sustainability means more significant, bolder actions by more events and organizations in our industry. We’re talking about actions like: organic and sustainable food sourcing. The tides are turning. Go big or go home!

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Eventinterface

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

A veteran in the meetings industry, Puckorius brings extensive experience in event planning and education management to the Center. The most successful event and meeting planners are those who can understand the importance of working to accomplish those goals. OLC Education & Conference Center. Puckorius , CEO.

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Eventinterface

NOVEMBER 12, 2017

As CEO of the OLC Education and Conference Center, Lisé Puckorius is responsible for managing and overseeing the day-to-day operations of this 14,000 square feet state-of-the-art conference and training center in Rosemont, IL, a venue that hosts conferences, seminars, educational meetings, and special events for participants from around the world.

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Eventinterface

NOVEMBER 12, 2017

As CEO of the OLC Education and Conference Center, Lisé Puckorius is responsible for managing and overseeing the day-to-day operations of this 14,000 square feet state-of-the-art conference and training center in Rosemont, IL, a venue that hosts conferences, seminars, educational meetings, and special events for participants from around the world.

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

That’s why we’ve created a list of examples of the top pharmaceutical meeting planning companies we have experience with. Pricing and Value While budget is always a consideration, don’t choose a pharmaceutical meeting planning company based solely on the lowest bid. It is not for commercial purposes.

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Connect Your Meetings

AUGUST 15, 2017

For many organizations, using meetings procurement companies (aka, third-party planners) like HelmsBriscoe and ConferenceDirect for site selection, contracts and other meeting planning functions is crucial to executing a successful event. Every day we are being educated. Their concerns are my concerns.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

For professional associations and meeting planners, membership does have its privileges. As 2017 gets underway, what are the top trends to watch out for if you’re in the meeting planning industry? For the meeting planning industry, smartphones provide an easy way to keep clients engaged and deliver content.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 6, 2017

From Asia to Africa to North America and Europe, more than 175 industry organizations and chapters have united to celebrate how awesome and impactful face-to-face meetings are. The types of events held include educational and networking events, panels with industry professionals , roundtables, rallies and strategic sessions.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 3, 2019

Wine educators guide attendees through the art of blending in the winery’s Cave of Curiosity. Wine and Chocolate Pairing: Cooper-Garrod Estate Vineyards in Saratoga offers winemaker-guided tours, followed by wine and chocolate pairings that are both educational and competitive. Southern California.

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Maritz Global Events

AUGUST 8, 2019

Particularly for e4 , our annual invite-only educational event for clients and prospective clients. Each year we raise the bar for industry education through interactive learning and collaboration. When we ask clients about their event challenges, we frequently hear: “Every year it becomes harder and harder to top last year’s event.”.

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

Our focus has been to increase member value and grow our community with the introduction of the MPI Academy and new educational offerings, the launch of our new membership and chapter infrastructure models, the acquisition of Plan Your Meetings, and other strategic initiatives.

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Maritz Global Events

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

It’s genuinely a win-win: attendees get the education they want, sponsors receive the reminders they need, and you receive additional revenue that offsets the recording rental expenses. Not only will you save money, but you’ll also be showcasing your event’s dedication to the sustainability movement. Get ride of SWAG bags.

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PCMA Convene

AUGUST 1, 2018

When I attended a Green Meetings fam trip to Vancouver in June, sponsored by Tourism Vancouver, sustainability wasn’t just part of the program — it was the main event, and woven into my entire experience. We were whisked to the loading dock, where we got a backstage view of some of the center’s sustainability efforts in action.

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Plan Your Meetings

JUNE 27, 2016

We also offer educational PYM LIVE Events as well as and webinars and certificate programs through our association with the MPI Academy. Plan well and prosper, friends! Plan well and prosper, friends! Develop mission, goals and objectives of meeting/event. Determine feasibility of meeting or event.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 19, 2018

Search within blog categories like education, sustainability and team building or check out her opinion pieces for something different. Speaking of opinion, here’s a great article on sustainably supporting local communities , while creating authentic experiences for event goers. Plan Your Meetings. Gallus Events.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 7, 2023

The Wisdom of Provocateurs It would be a tragedy to not tap into the collective wisdom of the gathered hospitality experts so, over lunch sponsored by Maritz , trained Provocateurs led conversations to circumvent the biggest roadblocks in the areas of stress and sustainability, employee/attendee engagement best practices and well-being leadership.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 3, 2017

20 in Their Twenties is supported by the PCMA Education Foundation and Visit Seattle. It was this moment where I realized that experiences in meetings can have an impact on attendees, and reshaped how I viewed my career. Eventually, I would like to own and operate a small event-planning business in the Pacific Northwest.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2018

We are also unique in that IMEX America offers a large number of co-located events, the largest hosted buyer program in the industry, an absolute focus on business and an extensive, free education program. How have IMEX America events changed over the years? IMEX America has really grown enormously over the years.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 16, 2018

Staff and volunteer education. Educate both your volunteers and staff about the importance of recycling and proper recycling procedures. May your next event be your most sustainable yet. Try to use reusable items such as cutlery, which can save money in the long run. Make sure everyone knows which materials can be recycled.

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Food and Beverage Contracts Sustainability Education 57

PCMA Convene

JULY 31, 2016

As late as 1980, there was no textbook on meeting or exposition management and only one accredited college program devoted to its practice, former Convene editor Peter Shure pointed out in a 2003 story in the magazine. Not only that, but “we were still a decade removed from the delivery of online education.”

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