Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

She has over 25 years of experience in operations, sales and event planning across markets and brands, including Loews Hotels, Hilton and Marriott. Jeanine Conforti Jeanine Conforti The Riverhouse on the Deschutes , in Bend, Oregon, welcomes Conforti as director of sales and marketing. George, Utah.

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Bizzabo

OCTOBER 19, 2018

From 1911 parking garages to floating dance floors, this Oregon city is also home to some amazing event venues. Hosting an event in a venue your attendee will love will always be at the forefront of an organizer’s event strategy. In this post, we'll explore the top 20 Portland event venues for your next occasion.

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Glow Global Events

MAY 6, 2022

Centering important causes connects events to a higher purpose. Thus, when it comes to events, philanthropy is an essential element. For the hosting organization, the event also serves as a reaffirmation of the company’s values. It’s through this lens that we bring our expertise to two powerful events this month.

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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. Nicolopoulos comes from Portland, Oregon, where he worked as general manager for Hyatt Regency Portland.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 16, 2022

A 14-year hospitality and events veteran, she has also been event planning manager and executive housekeeper at Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Spa in San Antonio, Texas. With 20 years of hospitality and business development experience, Arrogante most recently worked for Maritz Global Events as its global event strategist.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

A study by Terrapin Bright Green and University of Oregon found that poor building design can account for 10 percent of employee absences. The study discovered that employees with a view of a natural landscape took an average of 57 hours of sick leave annually, compared to the 68 hours that employees with no view at all took.

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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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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. Events | Huntington Beach, CA.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2016

This past year I’ve noticed a lot of great event trends , but one of my favorites, by far, is the increase in popularity of warehouse venues. Warehouse spaces are being used for all types of events, from dinner parties to music performances; and most notably, weddings! Types of Events Good for Warehouse Spaces: Weddings.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2016

This past year I’ve noticed a lot of great event trends , but one of my favorites, by far, is the increase in popularity of warehouse venues. Warehouse spaces are being used for all types of events, from dinner parties to music performances; and most notably, weddings! Types of Events Good for Warehouse Spaces: Weddings.

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Unique Venues

MAY 15, 2019

When planning an event for your spiritual group, camp, retreat, or gathering, you need to choose a location that will inspire your attendees from the moment they arrive. But you, as the event planner, shouldn’t be bogged down with a lot of worrisome details that will take your focus away from your mission.

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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 | Apple | Cupertino, CA.

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Unique Venues

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Nestled in the heart of Vermont, it’s a jewel for event planning on the East Coast, showcasing stunning landscapes. Chicago is already pretty magical during the winter and holiday season, but you can deck out the event spaces to reflect both the holidays and your love of one another.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 21, 2017

Yet, as a meeting or event planner , it’s not likely in the forefront of your mind. If an attendee is from a state in which marijuana is legal but the event is in one with stricter laws, then the attendee must comply with in-state laws— even for medicinal use. Just make sure you communicate that clearly to attendees before the event.

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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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Social Tables

OCTOBER 21, 2016

Last week I talked about the recent trend of warehouse venues for wedding and events in this post. A few weeks ago I had the chance to talk with Sara the Director of Events, Film and Photo Shoots at Salvage One in Chicago. And ask how often they clean the space and what you can expect on the day of your event. (Part 2 of 2).

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Unique Venues

OCTOBER 31, 2018

Last week we held our Unique Venues Annual Member Conference in Portland, Oregon, a city that is unique in and of itself. Our Unique Venues team has worked in the hospitality industry in one way or another in fields such as event planning and sales, conference center management, higher education, and marketing. By: Alyson Salem.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 28, 2017

Cannon Beach, Oregon Name: Surfsand Resort. Montauk, New York Name: Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa. Size: 25,000 sq. Guest Rooms: 146 2. Nantucket, Massachusetts Name: The White Elephant Village. Size: 2,675 sq. Guest Rooms: 50 3. Size: 3,000 sq. Guest Rooms: 95 4. Santa Monica, California Name: Casa del Mar. Size: 4,207 sq.

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Unique Venues

OCTOBER 11, 2023

If you’re interested in hosting a Halloween party event, you need the perfect venue. While it makes sense to use a standard hotel ballroom or event center, there’s one way to really kick things up a notch. This event hits multiple “unique” attributes, making it a winner for many hosts.

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Certain

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

Where to Stay: For quick, easy access to the Oregon Convention Center, look no further than Hotel Eastlund , an Eastside oasis featuring an unforgettable rooftop restaurant & bar, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a 24-hour business center for those last-minute presentation updates!

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Plan Your Meetings

DECEMBER 27, 2016

Once upon a time, back in 1996 (yes, that is a long time ago), I had the distinction of being the volunteer coordinator for the American Bus Association convention that came to Portland, Oregon. Anyone who has worked on a meeting/tourism industry event knows what I am talking about. And that meant volunteers. Lots of them.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

Creatively employ event apps and virtual reality. I may be showing my age, but back in the 90s when raves were all the rage, we “heard” about events via handbills and flyers, which instructed us to send an email for details or show up to a particular location for directions. Make sessions more interactive. Blah blah blah.

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PCMA Convene

DECEMBER 1, 2017

In protest, Outdoor Retailer — a b2b, outdoor-sports trade show sponsored by OIA that draws more than 20,000 attendees per event — opted to leave Salt Lake City for the first time in more than 20 years. And so it’s incredibly critical that we have those effective primers when it comes to meeting spaces and event planning and organization.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

Creatively employ online registration and event apps. I may be showing my age, but back in the 90s when raves were all the rage, we “heard” about events via handbills and flyers, which instructed us to send an email for details or show up to a particular location for directions. Make sessions more interactive.

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zkipster

JULY 28, 2017

From breezy ocean views and city rooftops to twinkling string lights in the woods, we’ve created a visual summer venues guide so you don’t have to look far to be inspired for your next event. is shouted from every event service website as the standard for organizing a successful event. Location, location, location!”

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SmartMeetings

MAY 31, 2017

Best Outdoor Event Space. Best Special-Event Venue. The new meeting and event space offers 37,500 sq. Where else will 35,000 fascinating creatures in nearly 200 exhibits welcome your event? 831-648-4916 | Contact: Christine Russo Robertson | National Sales Manager Events. of indoor and outdoor event space.

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Bizzabo

MAY 10, 2019

We've compiled the most comprehensive list of customer success events on the internet. It's known as the industry's most exclusive event because only company executives are allowed access. But you'll have to attend in 2020 as the 2019 event has already wrapped. Visit the conference website to learn more about the 2020 event.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 4, 2018

In the events world, you don’t have the luxury of living in yesteryear. Y ou need to see into the future and stay ahead of the event trends that will inevitably make or break your business. According to CWT Meetings & Events, you can expect a spike in booking prices of about 3.7%. Event competition is going to be fierce.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 4, 2018

In the events world, you don’t have the luxury of living in yesteryear. Y ou need to see into the future and stay ahead of the event trends that will inevitably make or break your business. According to CWT Meetings & Events, you can expect a spike in booking prices of about 3.7%. Event competition is going to be fierce.

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