SmartMeetings

JUNE 22, 2017

of meeting space,” said Rachel Davis, public relations and communications specialist for Team San Jose. My big hope is that the cost of hotels, restaurants and all of the sundry expenses that developers found overwhelming in San Francisco will decline in San Jose,” he wrote. “I

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SmartMeetings

JULY 17, 2017

The Olympics is essentially one of the largest meetings on earth. According to the International Congress and Convention Association’s (ICCA) 2016 rankings, the number- one city for international association meetings is Paris. The Athlete Village will be on the UCLA campus, which has several venues for meetings.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

After all, attendees spend much of their time indoors as it is, so taking a break from enclosure may be welcomed; technically it’s still work for them, but taking the meeting outside will take the pressure off and remind everyone that it’s supposed to be fun. Many hotels and resorts offer a broad range of activities from which to choose.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

As meeting planners, we want to know more about the interesting locations we’re seeing. Lawrence Convention features 53 meetings rooms for a total of 77,952 sq. of meeting room space across 70 rooms. The adjacent headquarters hotel, Sofitel Darling Harbor, holds 590 rooms. La La Land photo by Lionsgate. 20th Century Fox.

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Maritz Global Events

AUGUST 15, 2019

Both Talley and Goedegebuure agree that it takes the entire event community—from venues, hotels, DMCs and more—to help ensure guest safety. Obviously this is still something in motion, but I think there’s a lot of room for the destinations, the venues, the hotels to really come together better and help us look at this holistically.”.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

More: Casinos and Casino Resorts Cash in on Sports Gaming Legalization. appeared first on Smart Meetings. The post Quiz: Which Casino Resort Has a Winning Hand for Your Next Event?

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 3, 2017

There are many acronyms in the world of meetings, but SMERF is one you should not forget. While SMERF meetings tend to be smaller in size, the numbers do add up. When big-budget hotel chains are struggling to fill their occupancy, SMERF groups bargain their way to cheaper rates, which prevents hotels from cutting their losses entirely.

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Eventinterface

JULY 6, 2017

With over 20 years of experience in the professional meeting planning industry, Amy Orr has planned events ranging from 30 to 10,000 attendees. In addition to conference and event planning she has since expanded her business to include association management. You'll still have people that will book offsite.

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MAY 31, 2017

Best Airport Hotel. Best Ballroom Hotel. Best Beach Hotel. Best Boutique/Lifestyle Hotel. Best City Hotel. Best Coastal Hotel. Best Conference Center Hotel. Best Convention Center Hotel. Best Desert Hotel. Best Eco/Green Hotel. Best Family-Friendly Hotel/Resort.

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The Castle Group

AUGUST 23, 2022

While many industries were able to shift to a remote workforce, hotels, restaurants and airlines faced major layoffs and demand fluctuations and are now playing catch up, hiring and training staff in a tight market. Work with hotel partners and other vendors to understand their weak spots. So how can you prepare? Supply Chain.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 10, 2018

“Operating out of first-class luxury resorts carries a high level of expectation of the overall experience to begin with, and our destination places a high value on the beach and water sports activities as it is.”. The hotel business is full of measuring sticks, such as TripAdvisor, Yelp, comment cards, surveys, etc.,”

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

I started in the industry, though, as a corporate sales manager at Fantasyland Hotel at West Edmonton Mall in Alberta, Canada. Job title: Vice president of conventions, sports and services. What I love about my job: I work on an amazing team that secures and executes meetings, conventions and sporting events for Greater Des Moines.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 21, 2023

We’re thrilled to welcome meeting and event attendees back to the City by the Bay. San Francisco’s welcoming people, its unbeatable food scene, and its endless activity regularly lead to record-breaking meeting attendance. And in the past year, a dozen new meeting and event spaces have opened throughout the city.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

They had purchased a Canadian company in Vancouver, British Columbia, and asked me to plan a boat cruise where employees could meet and network. What I love about my job: Leading the strategic vision of how event technology can disrupt the meetings industry. Company or organization: Meeting Achievements in Valparaiso, Indiana.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 30, 2017

One of the biggest surprises may be that it’s a great place to hold a meeting. For attendees who have an appetite for big-time sports, Boise State University—widely considered America’s Cinderella college football team for the past 15 years—can certainly fill that appetite. Of interest to meeting planners is the fact that a $47.5

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Maritz Global Events

JANUARY 3, 2020

Guests are always looking for ways they can find some personal space–without trekking back to their hotels–to catch up on emails, call home or just breathe. How can you design specific spaces that will meet each person’s needs across this journey? Pay close attention to each aspect of the attendee journey.

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

This guide will show you how to put together an event strategic plan, streamline your event marketing process and be a best-in-class meetings and events team. Introduction Planning a meeting or event of any size can be a daunting task for those who aren’t used to that level of orchestration.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 30, 2017

As budgets continue to grow—one third of planners now have a budget of $3000-$4000 per person—and more luxury hotels and properties with ample meeting space are coming online, it seems this segment of the industry is going gangbusters. spa days, concert tickets, expensive dinners, sporting events, etc.). Annually, U.S.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 26, 2017

As budgets continue to grow—one third of planners now have a budget of $3000-$4000 per person—and more luxury hotels and properties with ample meeting space are coming online, it seems this segment of the industry is going gangbusters. spa days, concert tickets, expensive dinners, sporting events, etc.). Annually, U.S.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 31, 2020

Faced with a haze of uncertainty, the meeting planner has to make the “go” and “how to go” decisions, but the responsibility to do the right thing is shared by venue, community and guest alike. A Pandemic Plan. Many meeting planners are looking to someone else to tell them the right way to plan a successful and safe event.

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Social Tables

JUNE 15, 2023

Although it’s impossible to ensure a stress-free family function , we’ll show you how smooth, organized, and budget-conscious planning a one-of-a-kind family reunion can be. How to plan a family reunion in 10 simple steps 1. Before diving headfirst into the planning process, consult the family. Show me venues 5.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 19, 2016

According to Issa Jouaneh, senior vice president and general manager of American Express Meetings & Events , new 2017 meeting predictions reflect mixed sentiments, from continued global expansion and growth to political and economic uncertainty that has resulted in safety concerns in some countries. Beyond the 2016 U.S.

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Bizzabo

DECEMBER 19, 2018

Notable clients: Kia Motors, FX Networks, Puma, Fox Sports, Pepsi. AlliedPRA creates local destination experiences for meetings, incentives and events that move hearts, minds and businesses forward to deliver unforgettable moments. Aquarius Sports and Entertainment. BCD Meetings & Events. Stamford, CT. San Diego, CA.

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Bizzabo

MARCH 15, 2019

Adrian Segar, one of our favorite event professionals, writes this blog and we think it is a must-read for first timers and conference planning pros alike. Smart Meetings. No matter what industry you are in, MeetingsNet has resources for any professional organizing an event or meeting. International Meetings Review.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 15, 2017

Top brands including NBC, Westin Hotels & Resorts, Fox Sports and Visa have enlisted TapSnap photo booths for their events. The post Photo Booths that Revolutionize the Pastime appeared first on Smart Meetings. The service produces a six-second video, available for use across all social media platforms.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 21, 2017

For those not familiar with the sporting event , it’s the premier single-elimination tournament for men’s college basketball teams. Originally served at the Peabody Hotel in Memphis, this is a refreshing choice for a scorching Tennessee day. The post 8 Superb F&B Choices to Cure March Madness appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Social Tables

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

People come to rely on you and know they can count on you to get what they need to make their meeting, event or gala perfect every time. Event and meeting planners do notice those venue partners that have a reason to pick up the phone and call for something other than a sales call. You take significant pride in you work and it shows.

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