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What is Stopping International Attendees from Returning to U.S. Conferences?

Smart Meetings

In-market managing directors for countries all over the world reported on trends in consumer sentiment, government policies and all-important airlift limitations. The luxury China market wants personalized and outdoor, active experiences. Department of Transportation has limited the number of flights into the United State from China.

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35 Must Attend Events For Event Planners in 2020

Bizzabo

We encourage every event planner to mark their calendars for the following 35 events and conferences in 2020. We know how hard it can be to find great events to attend, so we’ve made it easier for you. Attending these conferences will allow you to learn more about the events industry and meet other event professionals.

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Chief Strategy Officers Will Drive Improved Connectivity in Post-Pandemic Communications

Smart Meetings

Events and communications professionals were forced to innovate under the immense pressure of the pandemic. Companies around the world successfully adapted their operations to produce ever-improving hybrid and online events that made sure people could continue to connect as restrictions came into force.

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Meeting Professionals International Announces 2017 Boards

Eventinterface

Immediate Past Chair: Fiona Pelham, managing director, Sustainable Events Ltd and Positive Impact, Manchester, United Kingdom. Courtney Stanley, marketing strategist, Courtney Stanley Consulting, Grand Haven, MI. Anthony Miller, chief marketing officer, Lanyon, Dallas, TX.

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IACC Set Sights on Creative Innovation During Knowledge Exchange

Smart Meetings

Annual conference center gathering in Durham addressed staffing, sustainability and collaboration A nine-year average drop in the age of the meeting/hospitality professional since the start of the pandemic translates into a loss of nine years of collective knowledge. Tracy Stuckrath, founder of Thrive!

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How Hospitality Hiring Trends Can Improve Your Hotel Experience

Smart Meetings

The past few years saw over 70% of hotel staff in the United States and United Kingdom furloughed or laid off while hotels were closed. Travel restrictions are being lifted around the world , drawing in even more tourists from abroad and more professionals to events. Event planning consultant. Accountant.

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Eventscase Monthly News Round-Up October 2022

Eventscase Blog

We can definitely say that this year marks the recovery of the events industry and, for that, we are eternally grateful. As we observe more events happening during this time of the year, we’re on a non-stop ride to deliver “everything Eventscase” to you and our clients! More events in October. Events in November.

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