Smart Meetings

APRIL 22, 2024

Make your summer meetings meaningful and memorable with these tips and trends Summer is approaching fast and meeting professionals want to stay up to date on every seasonal trend. With these tips and recommended venues, your summer meeting or event will be memorable, meaningful and even give back to the community.

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Eventscase Blog

MAY 2, 2024

By following these tips and careful planning, you can organise summer events that not only meet the expectations of your attendees but also stay within your budget , ensuring a successful event. Summer Carnival This theme offers a festive atmosphere with classic fairground games, food stalls and live entertainment.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Profiles on five woman chefs of color leading the culinary industry Chef Alice Seo, DM of Wolfgang Puck Catering in Seattle, was one of five incredible woman chefs of color in a leadership position who spoke to Smart Meetings about their careers. Peruvian food is very diverse and dynamic in its flavors,” she says. Secretary of State.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

With both charming history and exciting innovation, SF attracts writers San Francisco has long inspired writers, musicians, artists and other creative types to flock to The City by the Bay and relish in the fog, the food and the diverse culture. Smart Meetings sat down with Jill K. ” – Jill K. It’s diverse. It’s beautiful.”

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Velvet Chainsaw

JUNE 29, 2016

As you evaluate speakers on this criteria, be sure to check references and video tape from the past 12 months. According to PCMA Convene’s 25 th annual Meeting Market Survey, organizers invest 7 percent of a meeting’s direct expenses into speakers and entertainment. Don’t just view the highlight real. Optimizing ROI.

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Have you ever attended a birthday party, holiday gathering, or business meeting at a restaurant? As the demand for private events grows and booking windows get shorter, more customers are looking for restaurant event spaces that meet their needs. In this guide, we cover the ins and outs of restaurant events.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Today there always seems to be someone stating that they have they latest and greatest conference planning guide to help you do your meeting planning job. So even if your next meeting isn’t a large one, consider going on the CVB’s website as there will be a lot of complimentary planning information to help you. Are they free?

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

However it’s referred to, the whole is greater than the sum of its parts: bread, top and bottom, stuff in between. food truck. appeared first on Smart Meetings. In Australia, they’re known with affection as a sammo or sango; in England, as a sarnie. We call them sammies. The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas , Nevada.

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TicketBud

DECEMBER 13, 2023

According to a recent Maritz Industry Trends Report , most meeting expenses are up over 20 percent since before the pandemic. To create a robust budget that meets financial constraints and aligns with the event’s goals, start with the basics: Establish event objectives. But, most budgets haven’t budged.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 27, 2023

Smart Meetings chatted with Cheryl M. Payne, CMP, CMM, strategic partner at INNOV8 Meetings + Events , to get her take on the current marketplace and its impact on meeting planners, and some helpful tips and tricks planners should be looking at when drafting up a contract with a hotel or venue.

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GEVME

JANUARY 23, 2021

A hybrid events platform also allows the company to upload a recording of their event so that the audience who could not attend the event can refer to it whenever possible or use it for future reference. Examples of these events are trade shows, conferences, sales kick-offs, global town halls, shareholders meetings, etc.

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GEVME

JANUARY 23, 2021

A hybrid events platform also allows the company to upload a recording of their event so that the audience who could not attend the event can refer to it whenever possible or use it for future reference. Examples of these events are trade shows, conferences, sales kick-offs, global town halls, shareholders meetings, etc.

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GEVME

JANUARY 23, 2021

A hybrid events platform also allows the company to upload a recording of their event so that the audience who could not attend the event can refer to it whenever possible or use it for future reference. Examples of these events are trade shows, conferences, sales kick-offs, global town halls, shareholders meetings, etc.

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Social Tables

JUNE 2, 2021

Your restaurant’s layout should enable the flow of people, food and beverage delivery, and practical tools throughout. A bar situated at the back of the restaurant for a more social atmosphere as guests travel the length of the space and meet people as they go. Ask fellow restauranteurs for references. Bathrooms.

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Unique Venues

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Fat Tuesday, more commonly referred to as Mardi Gras, marks the end of the Carnival celebration and is a festive day for those who celebrate. How many events, meetings, or conferences have you attended that take some inspiration from the Mardi Gras day celebrations? Food is another fun way to incorporate purple, green, and gold, too!

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 22, 2018

And how does culture impact meetings? Posch used a model developed by a British linguist named Richard Lewis as a reference, which determines communication and working styles based on regions. Posch stressed that the concept of the “cultural iceberg,” — there’s only so much one can glean from the surface when meeting someone.

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GEVME

OCTOBER 10, 2020

A hybrid event can be of many types; it could be a conference, a seminar, meeting, etc. Conferences – A conference would mainly be a formal meeting for members within the organization. Trade Shows – Trade shows refer to an annual event where the particular industry members come together to demonstrate their latest product or service.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Being an effective meeting planner means you’re an ace at multi-tasking, plus your networks are wide and your personal tool kits expansive. Or more pointedly, have you ever thought about the possibility of one at some point after your journey as a meeting professional has run its course? Does your daily joy come from food discoveries?

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Eventmobi

AUGUST 5, 2022

Meet the Person Behind the Magic. It’s higher quality feedback because it gives them time to refer back to the sessions and consider what they found most valuable.” Hanapin Marketing is a leading US-based advertising agency. ” — Audrey Brown. ” — Attendee Feedback.

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Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

The Strategic Meetings Management Guide Successful strategic meetings management requires a wide array of skills and tools to help you meet stakeholders' expectations and reach your goals. Within this guide, you will receive the tools and knowledge to become a meeting strategist for your organization.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Harvest, a new retail concept in the Orange County Convention Center’s food court C, plucks its menu items straight from the center’s own Center-To-Table Gardens. Event venues are reporting a renewed interest in where a venue’s food comes from — and the closer it is to the kitchen, the better. I want to meet the farmer.

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Conference Care

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

What’s this got to do with Carbon Neutral Meetings I hear you ask? With all the current discussion about COP26, sustainability and a real focus on Carbon Footprints, both business and personal, do you as an event organiser, want to be a pioneer for the Meeting and Events industry like Tesla? Quite a lot!

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PCMA Convene

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

International food-and-beverage provider Centerplate serves up everything from ballpark food in stadiums to restaurant fine dining and refreshments at convention centers. Once everyone in the Centerplate organization has a common reference point in the framework, Griswold said, measurement and improvement can take place.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Highlights included experiential activations designed to inspire what comes next in designing better meetings. Download “Pathways to Clarity” a joint IMEX, Smart Meetings White Paper outlining the state of the meetings industry. The Smart Meetings team was on the expo floor getting updates and sharing snapshots of the action.

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Pioneering lifestyle aparthotel brand, Locke, opens Turing Locke alongside the UK’s first Hyatt Centric hotel and new food and drink destinations KOTA and Dutch. Turing Locke and Hyatt Centric Cambridge share the courtyard space and all communal areas, including the food and beverage offering at the hotel.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 28, 2022

Now two years out from where we were at the pandemic’s genesis, one question continues to peck at the minds of meeting planners: “Can the fear of Covid be sufficient enough to trigger force majeure ?”. Because of code, [having that meeting] is impossible, or impracticable enough to trigger force majeure ,” Sheaks said, drawing an example.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 5, 2022

And the presence of Michelin-starred chef and TV personality Gordon Ramsay is no exception to this booming food and beverage scene. Additionally, Ramsay’s Kitchen can accommodate up 244 guests, making it an ideal location for meeting planners to wow attendees with an amazing fine dining experience. Where Beginnings Collide.

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Event Leadership Institute

JULY 28, 2021

As meeting planners try to schedule new events or rebook events canceled during the throes of the pandemic, they face a legal landscape that’s only getting trickier. Last year, all meetings and events were on hold. For hotels that have yet to reopen, give them a deadline after which the planner will assume the contract is canceled.

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Social Tables

APRIL 1, 2021

Yup, you guessed it: U-shaped seating, also commonly referred to as horseshoe seating, is seating that’s arranged in the shape of the letter “U.” Place food and drinks against the back and/or side walls of the event space so attendees have equal access. What is U-shaped seating? Stage refreshments.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 29, 2016

Las Vegas, New York City, Paris and other perennial favorites were among the world’s top meetings destinations in 2016, but several other locations significantly enhanced their appeal largely due to major expansion and renovation projects. Here are 15 of the leading meetings cities in 2016. of event space. It features 2.6 million sq.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 1, 2017

She learned early on that success was about more than just serving food. If the food is meant to blend in the background, then our food blends into the background. But if our food can play a part in making attendees happy, or for clients to entertain their top customers, we need to customize the experience to suit those needs.

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QC Event School

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Include testimonials or references from previous clients, if possible. It’s important to understand who you’re writing for, what their needs are, and how you can meet them. We have extensive experience in the tech industry and are confident that we can create a unique event that meets all of your expectations.

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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. Pharma meeting planners are experts in social media marketing, email campaigns, media partnerships, and more to maximize HCP attendance and participation. It is not for commercial purposes.

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Connect Your Meetings

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

The expertise, responsiveness, and thoroughness of service providers will impact your meeting. Our sleepy cook did not get a tip (clearly), but those who partner with planners should be thanked, and tipping is the industry standard—even for small meetings. You can become a confident meeting tipper by planning ahead. In advance.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

event design : signage, swag, event layout, meeting room design, exhibit floor design, and other event creative ingredients. Here’s the first step you need to take to transform your event strategy frame of reference: forget about the above-mentioned traditional categories for a second. Technology At The Core Of Event Strategy.

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Eved

JULY 3, 2017

Following are seven spend analysis reports you need to successfully analyze and act on your meeting and event spend. This report will provide total spend by category, such as Decor, Food and Beverage, Transportation, etc. contributes the most to your total meeting and event spend. Spend by Category. Why is this important?

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

A generational shift (mostly driven by technology and online interaction) is forcing large hotel chains to create new brands with completely overhauled meeting and event offers. Rates can be particularly complex when guest room accommodation is part of the overall meeting or event requirement. Happy days.

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