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Food and Beverage Trends for 2018

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Looking to the year ahead , we are all eagerly anticipating the new food and beverage trends that will emerge. There’s been an emphasis on the desire for experiential outings, whether in travel, food or shopping. The better the food, the better the Instagram photo? Food Walls. Experiential Catering.

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Don’t Believe Everything You See on Twitter About a San Francisco Meeting Apocalypse

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We’re thrilled to welcome meeting and event attendees back to the City by the Bay. If there’s one trait that best defines San Francisco, it’s diversity. San Francisco’s iconic landmarks and scenic beauty always captivate, while new experiences showcase the city’s always-evolving nature.

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3 Ways to Source Smarter in a Sellers’ Market

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Let’s face it: This year will be tough for meeting planners. Not only are we in a seller’s market, but planners will also face tighter budgets, higher meeting costs, and less bandwidth. So, what happens when an unstoppable force (supplier price increases) meets an immovable object (meeting planning budgets)? .

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6 Smart Moves at Visit Sacramento, Fairmont, The Don CeSar & More

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John Reyes John Reyes joined Visit Sacramento as the chief operating officer, where he will enhance sales and marketing strategies and oversee the convention center expansion project. Reyes was most recently the executive vice president and chief sales officer for San Francisco Travel. Photo Credit: The Fairmont Washington, D.C.

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The Dish on 6 Hospitality Trends for 2017

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Now president of San Francisco-based AF&Co., “There are also indicators that the year could be very exciting, including new hotel and restaurant openings, emerging cuisines and beverages , more technology solutions to simplify business and raise the bar for marketing, and so much more,” Freeman says.

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4 Smart Moves at Hyatt, Hotel Ivy and More

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She brings 19 years of experience and has received several awards for her performance including Circle of Excellence recipient for Director of Sales and Marketing of the Year with Hilton Luxury Brands in 2013, 2015 and 2016 and 2013 Most Improved RevPAR Growth for Hilton Luxury Brands with her team. Susan Gladstone. Camila Frederico .

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Tailor-Made Team Building

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Spin opened a New York City flagship in 2009, followed by clubs in Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Toronto, with more locations to come. Food and beverage options catering to all tastes mean there’s no reason to leave. Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco. Topgolf is all about having fun.