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. This list is based on SpotMe’s own experience working with pharma event management companies in the past and includes examples of the best ones. It is not for commercial purposes.

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PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Instead of advertising its brand, Amazon chose to use its naming rights to spotlight its pledge to reach net-zero carbon emissions by calling the Seattle venue Climate Pledge Arena — just one example how sustainability has become top of mind for organizations and consumers. But it takes time and planning.”.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

With all the news coverage of “planetary health diet” —a set of guidelines designed to promote eating habits that are good for the planet and for our bodies—sustainable food is back in the spotlight. Wellness and eco-friendly eating aren’t just fads any more; they’re a crucial shift in the way we engage with food.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

When planning your party room setup, opt for high-boy tables instead of rounds and chairs to encourage conversation. Additionally, consider food stations or passing heavy hors d’oeuvres instead of a sit-down meal. Encourage additional movement throughout the room by setting the various food and beverage stations in different locations.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

This summer, Director of Food & Beverage Chris Clark, Executive Sous Chef Nick Gummerson and I embarked on a food journey to Colorado’s gem —the Western Slope, a frugal area where unique growing conditions of cool mountain air at night and warm air during the day help to ripen and sweeten fruit at just the right rate.

Hotels 40

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

In order to accommodate individual needs, customization will be necessary for food and beverage, giveaways, scheduling, and more. Nature and wellness programs, as well as farm-to-table dining, are examples of the growing popularity of this preference. The option for customization evokes a sense of care and control.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

Whether you opt for finger foods or a multi-course, seated meal, go all out. If the venue already has a strong personality—for example Blossom Ballroom at The Hollywood Roosevelt, where vintage tiles and custom chandeliers hanging from 25-foot ceilings set the stage—you can focus on the atmosphere. Feed to Impress.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

If being in a room is a requirement—because it’s raining, for example— your team-building meeting, what’s better y than to make the room a game? Cocktail enthusiasts can find out how to make the alcoholic beverages from learned mixologists. Attendees can roll sushi, decorate a cake or even learn how to grill the perfect steak.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2016

They might receive one free room if 50 or more are booked, for example. Complimentary Meeting Room Rentals: When hotels request a minimum amount to be spent on food and beverage catering , planners often successfully ask for meeting room fees to be waived.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 26, 2018

Don Bugito , also known as the Prehispanic Snackeria, focuses on planet-friendly protein snacks made from food native to the American continent. All food components are made from scratch. Nue’s Thai Mang Da Na is the best example of this approach. A post shared by Don Bugito (@donbugito) on Jun 4, 2016 at 9:23am PDT.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 16, 2017

There are many ways for event planners to become greener, especially when it comes to food. Sublime Catering, for example, offers salmon cooked on dry ice at events; this menu item is raw, eye-catching and delicious. To avoid food waste, avoid overestimating consumption. Patrick’s Day appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

For instance, if the meeting goal is to train people on a new system, you’ll want to know what level of proficiency is considered to be successful training. The key performance indicators in this example may be all attendees achieving a predetermined score. Forget to ask about customization for your meeting. Speaking of which.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 26, 2016

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , norovirus is caused by eating food or drinking liquids that are contaminated. You can’t assume everyone’s hands are clean, which makes your event vulnerable when it comes time to passing small plates during the opening reception, for example. Have a plan!

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Maritz Global Events

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

For example, you may allow only one business classification for certain sponsorship levels or sell one or two in selected categories. Identify any special food requirements. Provide an exclusive or finite number of sponsorship opportunities. Scarcity creates an opportunity to close the deal sooner. Book their hotel room.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Decor such as custom street art and bathtubs splashed with neon paint impart a lively and irreverent vibe, while a menu of elevated comfort food bites and signature cocktails stands ready to refuel competitors. Food and beverage options catering to all tastes mean there’s no reason to leave. Interactive Acrobatics.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Decor such as custom street art and bathtubs splashed with neon paint impart a lively and irreverent vibe, while a menu of elevated comfort food bites and signature cocktails stands ready to refuel competitors. Food and beverage options catering to all tastes mean there’s no reason to leave. Interactive Acrobatics.

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Food and Beverage 2009 Hotels Venues 40

PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

Moving on to a broader analysis, on the following pages, there are more than a dozen places where we’ve included Annual Meetings Market Survey results from 2007 (published in the 2008 March issue of Convene ) up to present-day results from the survey conducted in late 2017 — a broader overview we started last year. NUMBER OF MEETINGS PLANNED.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Experts from Maritz Global Events, Accor, Hyatt and MGM Resorts International discussed how meetings will change and what will drive growing demand in the year ahead. This covered delegates’ expectations for personalization, right down to food and beverage, as well as keeping up with evolving technology and addressing security needs.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

Remarkably, some metrics in 15 key areas have held steady during the past decade — for example, meetings and conventions have consistently contributed to around one-third of their organizations’ total annual revenues — regardless of the economy. Greater forethought — The average booking window for large meetings is 2.5

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 29, 2016

He cites Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square as an example of a property concerned about health. Ernest Brown, a Washington, DC-based physician who serves as medical advisor to several hotels in the nation’s capital. The hotel regularly hosts events where community partners provide information and free consultations.

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PCMA Convene

JULY 31, 2016

The circle got considerably bigger in 1987, with a vote to open up membership to professionals in the fields of science, education, and engineering, and bigger still in 1990, when all nonprofit association meeting professionals and CEOs were invited to join. “We A Meeting Runs on Its Stomach. “As Heart Attack on a Plate.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 25, 2018

For example, grouping alcohol and food together might seem to make sense but may cause some problems. It could cause issues if you need to make changes or cut out a line item down the road in planning. Say you wanted to add an extra $100 to the food and alcohol line item. Don’t lump items together. What is your goal?

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 19, 2018

Connect are dedicated to providing content that helps you reimagine today’s meetings and look into the future. You can check out their blog, videos, how-to’s, as well as food and beverage highlights. But, something we really appreciate is their insights into the human-side of event planning. All about event tech.

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