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9 Nibble-Worthy Food Tours

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Lip Smacking Foodie Columbus, Ohio Rise and shine with Nick “Dr. Vancouver Head North to Canada for Granville Island Market Tour, one of several culinary tours offered by Vancouver Foodie Tours. Up to 80 guests will visit Public Market, where they’ll sink their teeth into local produce, breads, pastries, meats and cheeses.

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5 Smart Moves at Kimpton, Miraval, Hilton and More

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Kristina Schreck Ohio native Kristina Schreck was named director of catering at Kimpton Solamar Hotel, in San Diego. Marshall Hilliard Marshall Hilliard was appointed director of sales and marketing at Hilton New Orleans Riverside. Jorah Anderson Miraval Group appointed Jorah Anderson director of sales.

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7 Tips to Stop Attendee Churn in its Tracks

Maritz Global Events

As a former meeting planner who has received Ohio MPI’s Planner of the Year award twice (2006 & 2012), she brings a unique perspective to these blog posts. Pursue a philosophy of one part knowledge, one part listening, and one part technology to ensure you stop attendee churn in its tracks! About De-de. Related Links. .

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Creative Methods to Generate More Revenue for Your Event

Maritz Global Events

Use organic and paid digital marketing tactics. As a former meeting planner who has received Ohio MPI’s Planner of the Year award twice (2006 & 2012), she brings a unique perspective to these blog posts. Book their hotel room. Identify any special food requirements. Commit to Sponsorships. Optimize each for SEO. About De-de.

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Smart Women 2017: Rising Stars

SmartMeetings

Company or organization: Experience Columbus in Ohio. This gives me the opportunity to grow professionally and personally through attending the various workshops and meeting so many different types of people. I love trying out new and innovative ways to market our destination to potential meeting planners. Diana Plazas.

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Getting Burned by Attendee Churn? What It Is and Why it Happens

Maritz Global Events

Perhaps you are trying to appeal to CEOs, CFOs, and Directors of Marketing. As a former meeting planner who has received Ohio MPI’s Planner of the Year award twice (2006 & 2012). According to Salesforce, 74 percent of people are likely to switch brands if they find the purchasing process too complicated. About De-de.

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Top Event Agencies: The Ultimate Directory (2019)

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Looking for an event or experiential marketing agency? According to the Event Marketing 2019 Report , events are the single-most effective marketing channel. While numerous brands have adapted their own in-house event marketing teams and others haven't—sometimes a specialized agency is needed. ACTIVENT MARKETING.

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