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SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

IHG, which has hotels, resorts and event spaces spanning Canada, the United States, Mexico, Europe, Japan and China, is now looking to HBCUs to recruit educated and dedicated hospitality professionals to join their team. The post IHG Diversifies Workforce and Provides Opportunities for HBCU Students appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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DECEMBER 22, 2016

Brexit will, eventually, have a substantial impact on European travel, but that’s not to say it will halt meetings there. In fact, London is more equipped than ever to handle high-tech meetings, marketing itself as the Silicon Valley of Europe. Further reading: Top 5 Emerging Trends Affecting the Hospitality Industry.

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OCTOBER 28, 2022

In addition to evaluating for proficiency in the areas of event design, principles of meeting planning, association objectives and business principles, it will also be a tool to develop the next generation of meeting professional. Our roles are inimitable as we touch multiple facets of the hospitality industry,” Gagnon said.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Sandra Olivia Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club in Surfside, Florida, announces Oliva as director of marketing. She’s been with the company since 2011, most recently as director of sales and marketing at Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel on the French Riviera. Amanda Hills Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp.

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

The travel, hospitality and meetings industry has been one of the hardest hit during the COVID-19 slowdown. Independent planners are facing gaping holes in their calendars as meetings continue to drop off. If your position was eliminated, you have options in and out of the hospitality industry. Freshen Up Your Resume.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The crux of merging VR media and technology with the event and hospitality industries is in their shared inclination and motivation to effect experiences. Smart Meetings talked to Scott Schoeneberger, managing partner at Bluewater Technologies Group Inc., VR in F&B.

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JULY 28, 2023

Blurring of Humanity and Technology On a protracted scale (and with exponentially increasing innovation likely sooner than we think), AI could be revolutionary for the growth and maturity of the entire hospitality and experiences industries. Nick Borelli is the director of marketing for Zenus , the leader in ethical facial analytics.

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DECEMBER 14, 2023

Like many others in my profession, I stumbled into meeting planning,” she says. She has now been in the meeting planning industry for over two decades. There is an inexplicable magic to events that can’t be replicated in any other marketing channel.” But during an internship in Washington, D.C., “I

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MAY 25, 2023

1 ranked meeting destination in the U.S. ” Cvent Top Meeting Destinations | North America As pandemic restrictions eased and travel returned, convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs) worked diligently to promote their cities and revive the industry as quickly as possible, and those efforts are paying off. after being named No.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Meanwhile, Visit Houston worked with Hotel & Lodging Association of Greater Houston and Greater Houston Restaurant Association to create a Houston Hospitality Employee Relief Fund to provide supplemental support to anyone who may have incurred losses because of vacancies. “We We marketed around traveling with a purpose,” Waterman said.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Though it may seem like social media has dominated interactions between event professionals and event marketers, event influencers are tuning into podcasts as an alternative means for sharing event planning tips, tricks, and best practices. The Best Event Planning Podcasts. The Meeting Planning Madness Podcast.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Do you start earlier than usual in the hope of finding better availability given the compression of the 2022 market? Covid has impacted the cadence of repeat business, so you may find yourself with a prime location during dates that are typically difficult to place, or you may find your annual meeting suddenly has a lot of competition.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Other players in the hospitality industry were also working hard to shift the narrative from one of devastation to one of renewal. I am proud of my colleagues in the hospitality industry—even my otherwise competitors—who remain committed to rebuilding and sustaining the jewel that is our beloved city. Jeff O’Hara. Go Tell the Story.

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JUNE 22, 2022

Beyond Sustainability : There are eco-trailblazers in luxury hospitality, from those who sought LEED certification early on to carbon-neutral and plastic-free resorts. She is an important indigenous healer who is often a special guest at the resort where she offers similar experiences in a backdrop of the resort’s stunning natural beauty.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 5, 2021

With over 25 years of experience in meeting planning as well as public safety, Alan Kleinfeld from Arrive Management Group is the perfect person to talk to about the vast world of event safety. A Marriage Of Meeting Planning & Law Enforcement. Let’s meet today’s guest!

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DECEMBER 7, 2017

Shouma Moniz Kokua Hospitality appointed Shouma Moniz director of sales and marketing at Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach. Moniz previously worked for Sage Hospitality at Homewood Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport North. Kokua Hospitality.

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APRIL 5, 2017

Certainly, the hospitality industry will need to keep up with this growing demand. Alexa is not the only voice-operated digital assistant on the market. In fact, Bloomberg recently reported that Siri and Alexa are caught up in a fierce competition for hospitality industry dominance. What can Alexa do for the meeting planner?

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

He’ll create and implement profitable strategies for the brand and oversee the global sales team and regional directors of sales and marketing. He’s been a member of Meeting Professionals International (MPI), Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) and Hotel Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI).

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

After a year marked by fire, flood and tragedy , the overall tone of Destination Marketing Association of the West ’s Education Summit 2018 was light, inspiring—even funny. Here are takeaways every meeting professional can benefit from. Top Trends Impacting Hospitality, Tourism and Events. 6 Steps to a Viral Marketing Campaign.

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JANUARY 23, 2018

Linda Menshon Linda Menshon has been appointed director of sales and marketing at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort in Naples, Florida. Menshon has more than 20 years of experience in hospitality sales and marketing, with expertise in the Southwest Florida market. LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort. Kenny, who holds an M.B.A.

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 29, 2023

Pharma marketing is complex. Have you considered adding digital-first events to your pharmaceutical marketing strategy? We’ve spent 750+ hours analyzing how our life science customers are using digital-first events as a powerful channel in their pharmaceutical marketing strategy. What is pharma marketing?

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JANUARY 21, 2020

The events range from conferences such as The Special Event & Catersource to EMS2020 & EVENTtech by Event Marketer for the event planners, to NACE Evolve Leadership Conference, International Restaurant & Foodservice Show of New York, GBTA Convention 2020 and others for the hospitality and catering professionals.

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JANUARY 21, 2020

The events range from conferences such as The Special Event & Catersource to EMS2020 & EVENTtech by Event Marketer for the event planners, to NACE Evolve Leadership Conference, International Restaurant & Foodservice Show of New York, GBTA Convention 2020 and others for the hospitality and catering professionals.

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AUGUST 18, 2017

In her new position, she’ll direct sales tactics for convention and leisure and be a prime point of contact for hospitality groups. She previously served as interim general manager and director of sales and marketing at the Cape Neddick, Maine, property in 2015 when the project began. Atrium Hospitality appointed Obed H.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2017

As 2017 gets underway, what are the top trends to watch out for if you’re in the meeting planning industry? Here are key takeaways that could impact the travel, trade show and hospitality industries. Is 2017 a buyer’s or a seller’s market for hotel supply growth?

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APRIL 9, 2018

And while 62 percent said that they believe women are paid less than men in the events industry (which overlaps hospitality companies and destination-marketing organizations), many admitted that they suspect that’s the case, but they just don’t know for sure.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2018

While we had begun to offer Ribyt in market as a standalone SAS product, it became clear that our full-service offering was actually more popular with our clients.”. Get the Hospitality Pros Involved. Self-labeled “software with a service”, Concierge.com supplies access to a team of event AND hospitality experts.

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JANUARY 31, 2018

Vida joined Rosewood seven years ago and brings 25 years of hospitality experience to the role. Jean Spaulding Villas of Grand Cypress named Jean Spaulding director of sales and marketing for the Orlando, Florida, property. of meeting and event space. Grand Hotel Tremezzo.

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DECEMBER 15, 2022

Smart Meetings chatted with Sophia Hyder, chief diversity officer with Destinations International , to find out how being a yoga instructor overlaps with diversity work in diversity and how her own experience in hospitality shaped her desire to spur change in the industry. This is what you can do.

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Master the Event

APRIL 7, 2022

Does planning the perfect event give you tingles of excitement? Event planners are experts in hospitality and communication , working tirelessly to put together seamless events that cater to clients and attendees alike. You should also have a good grasp of technology and social media.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2018

Dawn Aronson Dawn Aronson was named director of sales and marketing at Carmel Mission Inn in Carmel, California. Aronson brings 28 years of hospitality experience to the role, and will be tasked with planning and implementing sales, marketing and product development programs for the property’s meetings and convention business.

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JANUARY 21, 2021

When I first heard about it, I was at an NCBMP board meeting, planning the annual conference that subsequently went virtual in November. I talked to a meeting planner who was in tears because someone finally appreciated the struggle to convince others that this is an impactful sector. Thought it would blow over.

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APRIL 6, 2023

Read More: 25 Pivotal Hospitality Trends from 2022 1. Trend Spotting One side effect of the evolving database is that it tracks what is resonating with groups. We asked Volmrich to share the trends PURE Local Services is seeing. Giveback programs are very important to clients.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Nathan Goodman Goodman has been appointed area director of sales and marketing for Time Hotels. Goodman will spearhead all sales and marketing initiatives for both hotel locations in New York City and Nyack. Goodman brings almost 20 years of exemplary hospitality experience. of meeting and event space. Visit Baltimore.

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JULY 5, 2017

The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe announced the appointment of Marion Wilson as director of sales and marketing of the 170-room resort. In her role, Wilson will oversee revenue management; group, catering and transient sales; as well as marketing initiatives for the AAA Five Diamond resort. Marian Wilson. Aaron Coburn. Jorge Villarreal.

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AUGUST 23, 2017

Cindy Runchman Cindy Ruchman has been named the director of sales and marketing at the brand-new Marriott Marquis Chicago. Maibach began his career in hospitality as a housekeeping floor manager at the Hotel Macklowe, now the Millennium Broadway. He’s been awarded Hyatt Corporation’s Rooms Director of the Year twice.

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MARCH 12, 2018

Jane, in Chicago, appointed Emily Cornelious director of sales and marketing. Gaccetta has served as vice president, client services for One10 marketing. Troy Longwith Troy Longwith was named regional director of operations at Staypineapple, a hospitality company based in the Pacific Northwest. Emily Cornelious St.

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