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OCTOBER 12, 2018

Dr. Timothy Wilson, a social psychologist at the University of Virginia conducted an experiment to explore the consequences of this new reality that gave participants two options. As it turns out, the participants consisted of adults recruited from a farmer’s market and a church.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Job title: Lead associate for events and strategic market development. Company or organization: Booz Allen Hamilton in McLean, Virginia. What I love about my job: I love thinking about meetings and events as a key strategic offering within our overall marketing and business development plans. Kimberly Greene.

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MARCH 12, 2018

Jane, in Chicago, appointed Emily Cornelious director of sales and marketing. Jeyakaran was named general manager of the 253-suite Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston, in West Virginia. Gaccetta has served as vice president, client services for One10 marketing. The property is scheduled to open in spring 2018.

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APRIL 28, 2020

Joe Colangelo, CEO and cofounder of Arlington, Virginia–based Bear Analytics , a consulting and tech firm for associations and events, said that associations realize that they must pivot faster. If they have a live meeting planned in 2020, Colangelo said, they see that they must take it down — like a house, brick by brick.

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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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JANUARY 17, 2018

Ileana Acosta Kimpton Ink48 Hotel in New York City has named Ileana Acosta its new director of sales and marketing. Acosta will be tasked with increasing the Manhattan hotel’s occupancy and revenue, as well as generating bookings for the 6,000-square-foot meetings and event space. The William Vale in Brooklyn. Mayberry Multimedia.

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DECEMBER 7, 2017

Shouma Moniz Kokua Hospitality appointed Shouma Moniz director of sales and marketing at Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach. Cahal Mowery Visit Denver appointed Cahal Mowery as the organization’s new director of convention sales, leading the mid-market and executive meeting manager sales efforts. Kokua Hospitality.

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JULY 12, 2017

Visit Santa Cruz County (VSCC) in California has hired Laura Manriquez as the new director of sales and marketing. She brings more than eight years of experience in the tourism and hospitality industry and will focus on management of sales and marketing programs for group travel. Jim Koutsky. Jim Koutsky. Robert Dorr.

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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: Montage.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

Virginia and Maryland to draw large meetings to Indianapolis, which was named the number one convention city in the U.S. Photo Credit: Visit Indy Cindy Zimmerman Le Pavillon Hotel in New Orleans hired Cindy Zimmerman as director of sales and marketing. Her background is in nightlife marketing. by USA Today.

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JANUARY 30, 2017

Pike Place Market, Seattle. Distinctive locations make for memorable events, and in the Pacific Northwest, no site is more iconic than Pike Place Market. Board meetings, conferences, panel discussions, team-building activities , brainstorming sessions and private dinners will all find a home here.

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JULY 19, 2017

He will be responsible for the group’s executive vice presidents and the operational division heads of food and beverage, sales, marketing, rooms, engineering, security and quality improvement. the Mid-Atlantic metro market and Sheraton Premiere at Tysons Corner in Virginia. John Browarsky .

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Job title: Lead associate for events and strategic market development. Company or organization: Booz Allen Hamilton in McLean, Virginia. What I love about my job: I love thinking about meetings and events as a key strategic offering within our overall marketing and business development plans. Kimberly Greene.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

She’ll focus on booking meetings for Washington, D.C., Virginia and Maryland-based associations. Richter-Piraino most recently worked as sales manager for group meetings and events at the Westin New York at Times Square. She’ll oversee sales planning for group, catering and banquets and help the revenue team meet sales goals.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2016

Cvent, which is based in Tysons Corner, Virginia, will become a privately held company. With Vista’s financial strength to invest in Cvent now and in the future, we will be better positioned to deliver innovative solutions that transform the meetings and events industry, and to offer employees new opportunities for career growth.”.

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JUNE 21, 2017

McGrath joined the teamed after serving as vice president of sales and services for Richmond Region Tourism in Virginia. Irwin’s diverse background includes senior leadership positions in golf operations, sales, marketing, training, golf course maintenance, golf course construction and facility operations.

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AUGUST 29, 2017

Our five planners share their stories — the good, the bad, and the ugly of independent planning — as well as the industry trends that keep them on their toes. Annette Suriani, CMP AMS Meetings Solutions Fairfax, Virginia Time as an independent planner: 5 years. How did you become an independent planner?

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MAY 31, 2017

5401 | Contact: Marco Paramo, Director of Sales and Marketing. of meeting space on glorious grounds. This commodious corporate training facility in Leesburg, northern Virginia, is one of the largest in the region. of meeting space, a ballroom, plus 917 guest rooms. of meeting space. Regis Punta Mita Resort.

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MAY 31, 2016

Peggy Marilley, founder of Alexandria, Virginia–based Precision Meetings & Events, thinks working with students keeps her ahead of the curve. “At His students are required to plan at least two events before graduation as part of their classwork. How do you market this event?” Who is your target market?

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JULY 21, 2023

Kristin Hankins, director of sales and marketing, San Francisco Marriott Marquis Since the first day our doors opened 34 years ago, we’ve been a tower of strength and reliability in times of crisis for all in need. Regional recovery will depend on the continued growth of the convention market and the rebound of visitors from Asia.

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JANUARY 3, 2017

It was this moment where I realized that experiences in meetings can have an impact on attendees, and reshaped how I viewed my career. At some point, I would like to branch out in my career and experience what meeting planning is like in the private sector. Meeting planning is very exciting because of the variety it offers.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

“Top golf games are easy to play, and more than one-third of our visitors are nongolfers, so people aren’t afraid to open themselves up to trying something new,” says Susan Walmesley, vice president of sales and marketing. Lansdowne Resort and Spa, Leesburg, Virginia. The environment is very positive and encouraging.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

“Top golf games are easy to play, and more than one-third of our visitors are nongolfers, so people aren’t afraid to open themselves up to trying something new,” says Susan Walmesley, vice president of sales and marketing. Lansdowne Resort and Spa, Leesburg, Virginia. The environment is very positive and encouraging.

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