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MARCH 24, 2023

Exhibitors, industry professionals and other attendees will meet at the second annual SIAL America 2023 , organized by Emerald X at Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) to showcase food and beverage categories that are key to retailers, wholesalers, food service companies and distributors. “We Distributors from the U.S.,

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MARCH 1, 2024

Scott joined Rosewood in 2003 and has held positions with the company in the United States, Mexico and the Caribbean. Wooden has nearly 20 years working in Las Vegas’ hospitality scene, beginning his career in 2005 at Wynn Las Vegas as executive vice president of food and beverage, and later, principal executive officer and president.

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JULY 7, 2022

All-inclusive Hyatt Zilara and Ziva luxury resorts line the most spectacular shores in Mexico and the Caribbean and have each been designed to deliver extraordinary events and guest experiences for savvy planners and their participants. Plan with Confidence. Locations include: Jamaica: Hyatt Zilara and Ziva Rose Hall .

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FEBRUARY 7, 2022

One of Smart Meetings ’ 2020 Smart Women Rising Star award winners, Wirkler has spent over a decade in the industry. Ramírez is food and beverage manager at Royal Uno All Inclusive Resort & Spa , a new Cancún property by Royal Resorts to open in June of this year. She has worked at St. Eduardo García Ramírez. Teri Agosta.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2022

One of Smart Meetings ’ 2020 Smart Women Rising Star award winners, Wirkler has spent over a decade in the industry. Ramírez is food and beverage manager at Royal Uno All Inclusive Resort & Spa , a new Cancún property by Royal Resorts to open in June of this year. She has worked at St. Eduardo García Ramírez. Teri Agosta.

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MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

Hotel Xcaret Mexico is a hidden gem in the middle of the Mayan Jungle. Brought to you by: For your meetings and events, you can enjoy the admirable natural wealth of unparalleled views of the turquoise sea, white sand beaches and underground caves and rivers. Unconventional meetings and Conventions. Printer-friendly version.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2023

She will promote Fort Myers as a top destination for meetings and group travel to the MICE industry in her assigned region. He is dedicated to engaging wholeheartedly with guests and offering them a perfectly unique Mexico experience. He has worked with Marriott since 2011 and has excelled in food & beverage roles.

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MARCH 29, 2024

He will pursue meetings with 200-2,000 attendees from organizations based in Arizona, New Mexico and the upper Midwest. She will now lead the Visit Orlando Destination Experience team to elevate engagement with clients and further enhance their customer experience as they plan an execute meetings and conferences in Orlando.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Braaten is now CEO of Interprefy , a Swiss company that provides interpretation software and support for virtual meetings. Dipalma brings 25-plus years of hospitality and food and beverage management experience and a sommelier certification to the position. Oddmund Braaten. Richard Szilagyi. Carrie Bligh. Duncan Clements.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Braaten is now CEO of Interprefy , a Swiss company that provides interpretation software and support for virtual meetings. Dipalma brings 25-plus years of hospitality and food and beverage management experience and a sommelier certification to the position. Oddmund Braaten. Richard Szilagyi. Carrie Bligh. Duncan Clements.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 24, 2022

Craighead is vice president of sales, services and sports for Visit Albuquerque in New Mexico. Craighead has won several accolades, including the Planner of the Year Award by Smart Meetings in 2020 and the Show Manager of the Year Award in 2015 from the Expo Group and Trade Show News Network. Scott Craighead. Patrick Lacassagne.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 16, 2022

Cattini brings over 25 years of food and beverage and hotel management experience to his new role and has held leadership roles at Corinthia London; Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts properties in Singapore, the Philippines and Thailand, and more. The post Smart Moves from Rome to Tokyo appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Until January of this year, Martin was partner events manager for RingCentral, and before that, she was senior meeting manager for National Conference of State Legislatures, both in Denver. Shafi is director of operations for the AC Hotel Miami Dadeland , and Salinas is now the hotel’s food and beverage manager. Markus Laahanen.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 13, 2023

Before this, he worked with Hyatt properties in other capacities, such as outlets director, banquets director, director of food and beverage, and director of operations with Hyatt Regency Albuquerque in New Mexico; Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort in Santa Ana Pueblo, New Mexico; and Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa in Poipu, Hawaii.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 7, 2021

So begins the overview of R3: The Rocky Mountain Reskill Roadtrip , setting the tone for a hybrid/hackathon event organized by the PCMA Rocky Mountain Chapter and held on April 8, Global Meetings Industry Day. One was the Global Meetings Industry Day that Meetings Mean Business was putting on. Daniel Stones. Yeah, there were.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2023

He most recently served as director of operations and interim general manager at Fairmont Hotel Mayakoba in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, where he oversaw a multi-million-dollar renovation. Read More: Smart Moves in Las Vegas, New York and More The post Smart Moves in Hawaii, Half Moon Bay and More appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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JULY 8, 2022

International hospitality group Accor appointed Erney executive director of global sales for meetings, incentives and industry relations. She brings over 25 years of sales and events experience, recognized in 2019 as Supplier of the Year (Doer category) by Smart Meetings. and More appeared first on Smart Meetings. Denis Espina.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

A lot has changed since Conrad Hilton’s parents turned their general store into a hotel for traveling salespeople in San Antonio, New Mexico, in 1919. It is more than the ratio of guest rooms to meeting space. His mother cooked homemade meals for guests and his father managed the front desk. New Trends Built on Classic Values.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Maria Elena Armenta Mahekal Beach Resort in Playa del Carmen, Mexico has added Armenta as director of sales and marketing. The Mexico-native also spent time in Cancun as director of sales and marketing for Nizuc Resort & Spa in and director of leisure sales position for Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach Resort & Spa.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 7, 2023

Born and raised in San Jose, California, she brings her familiarity with the area along with her wealth of hospitality and marketing experience in live events, food and beverage, entertainment and commercial real estate. The post Smart Moves in Houston, Las Vegas, and More appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 7, 2023

Born and raised in San Jose, California, she brings her familiarity with the area along with her wealth of hospitality and marketing experience in live events, food and beverage, entertainment and commercial real estate. The post Smart Moves in Houston, Las Vegas, and More appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 24, 2022

Once you outline your goals, anything that doesn’t meet them can be easily eliminated. We once hosted a National Sales Meeting in Albuquerque, New Mexico that was perfect for the group: resort-like, without breaking the bank. Is it possible to have special meetings, break-outs, team-building experiences, parties?

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FEBRUARY 25, 2019

In Schmied’s most recent position, he served as beverage director at Whisk Gourmet Food and Catering in Miami. Lutz Arnhold With a relationship spanning 14 years, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has appointed Arnhold as managing director of Rosewood Inn of the Ansazi in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 4, 2020

Smart Meetings asked industry leaders from the front lines of hotels, event venues and creators, transportation, travel, networking, wellness and sustainability to share their commitments and challenges for keeping everyone safe and connected. Having said that, I think the return to meetings will be both slow and fast.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Allison is senior vice president of strategy and growth for meetings, conventions and exhibitions for Oak View Group (OVG), a venue development and investment company for the sports and live entertainment industry. The post Smart Moves in Las Vegas, Florida and More appeared first on Smart Meetings. Chandra Allison.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Gabriela Ong Gabriela Ong was promoted to vice president of sales for Meet Puerto Rico, where she has been brand sales manager, northeast for three years. Based in the New York area, Ong will drive sales and grow brand awareness through meetings, incentives and marketing events. Photo Credit: MPI.

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JULY 26, 2017

Chris Ferrier Chris Ferrier will become director of food and beverage for Airlie in Warrenton, Virginia. Ferrier brings with him 28 years of experience in the food and beverage industry. He was previously director of sales for Starwood Mexico Resorts, where he managed resorts spanning 10 states.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 15, 2022

Codianne has 30 years of experience in hospitality and food and beverage management. He has been food and beverage manager at Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa and Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa, among other restaurant operations roles in the greater surrounding region. Noel Fulton.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

He’s also served in sales, marketing and management positions at Marriott International and Hilton Worldwide properties in Mexico, the Caribbean, Ireland and Australia. Costa served on the board of directors of Meeting Professionals International’s (MPI) Northern California chapter from 2006 to 2007 and remains an active member of MPI.

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MAY 4, 2017

Although paloma has tart undertones similar to the margarita, the bubbly beverage deviates enough to be own Mexican classic. The chimayo cocktail was created in 1965 by a restaurant owner in Chimayó, New Mexico. Adding fruit juice, tequila and extra brine allows the spin-off it to identify as a Mexico-inspired beverage.

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AUGUST 21, 2018

The dedicated honey-making efforts of bees have been highlighted at hotels and resorts throughout the world in a vast array of ways, including hands-on activities, classes, spa treatments and foods. Hacienda Beach Club & Residences , Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. The Lodge at Woodloch, Hawley, Pennsylvania. Hotel Wailea , Maui, Hawaii.

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AUGUST 23, 2018

He was previously employed by this property on Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit as chef de partie in 2003 and restaurant chef in 2010. In his new role, Gonzalez will oversee food and beverage operations and be hands-on in the concept and menu design of Dos Catrinas restaurant, opening in December.

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JULY 25, 2019

All-inclusive properties may seem like the holy grail of venues to meeting planners, and while they can make the planners job a lot easier, they don’t automatically guarantee a high-quality event. Maritz Travel works with a handful of the many companies that offer all-inclusives in Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.

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Event Marketer

MAY 9, 2022

Doja Cat herself stopped by to meet the BMW Road to Coachella influencer crew and shoot social content. The “Remezcla House in the Desert” footprint featured more than 20,000 square feet of dance floors, immersive activations, VIP amenities and complimentary beverages from Mexican beer brand Tecate and tequila brand Ilegal Mezcal.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2019

San Jose’s Airport recently added new non-stop international service to London and Mexico and domestic service to Detroit, Tucson and New York City. Meeting planners can choose from one of seven Team San Jose managed venues and cultural facilities including the San Jose McEnery Convention Center and four historic theaters.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 5, 2017

Coburn has more than 20 years of hospitality experience, including a strong food and beverage background. The Resort at Pedregal in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, announced the appointment of Jorge Villarreal as director of sales and marketing. Prior to GMR, Zellmer was the director of operations at BCD Meetings & Incentives.

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MAY 1, 2017

Houston’s diversity is most evident in its vibrant food scene, which is one of the best in the South. Xochi serves modern cuisine inspired by the flavors of Oaxaca, Mexico. Authentic, adventurous and delicious, this meal was a great introduction to the city’s food scene. I went to bed that evening feeling stuffed and satisfied.

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