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San Francisco Events Business Not Bouncing Back Just Yet

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cities, San Francisco is a notable exception. Rising crime, homelessness, and high prices mean events are far from returning to 2019 levels. Skift Take: As travel returns to almost all major U.S. Miguel Neves and Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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Q&A: San Francisco Travel Association Discusses Event Safety and Business

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Cities across the country are grappling with socio-economic crises exacerbated by the pandemic, but if going by headlines alone, San Francisco is certainly getting the most heat. Some of San Francisco’s struggles are unique, while others are a result of competition. And the hotels are beautiful in San Francisco.

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The Top 25 San Francisco Venues for Events in 2020

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Discover the top 25 San Francisco venues for events in 2020. Consider the best options for corporate events, private parties, music venues, and more. San Francisco is a place where ideas are born or come to flourish. The city is always changing, and with it, event venues are growing and adapting.

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F&B Smart Moves in San Francisco, San Antonio and More

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Eric Marting Eric Marting, Fairmont San Francisco Fairmont San Francisco appoints Eric Marting as executive chef. Marting has worked in the culinary field for over 15 years, most recently as executive sous chef at Fairmont San Francisco’s sister hotel, Fairmont Austin.

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Get Ready for MPI WEC in San Francisco

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The 50th anniversary celebration of Meeting Professionals International (MPI) will be celebrated at World Education Conference at Moscone Center in San Francisco next week with an estimated 2,000 meeting professionals from all over the world. The post Get Ready for MPI WEC in San Francisco appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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MPI WEC Inspired Action in San Francisco

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The 1,700 attendees checking in live at Meeting Professionals International’s World Education Conference ( WEC ) at Moscone Center in San Francisco this week were treated to a performance in three acts designed to provide “perspective,” “approach” and “action,” according to Paul Van Deventer, MPI president and CEO. Forward Looking.

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Authentic Experiences 101: A Hot New Hotel and Restaurant in San Francisco

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To wit, the wow destination is San Francisco. In 2018, his Pinoy Heritage won Best Pop-up from the San Francisco version of the website Eater. At Kimpton Alton , the Ang’s light-filled dining room seats 50 indoors and about 28 on the patio, plus there’s a banquet room for private dining and events.

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