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National Coalition of Black Meeting Professionals’ Virtual Event Uplifts Spirits During Pandemic

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The event featured speakers representing each of the five venues presenting live on location, with NCBMP president Marlinda A. Executing on such a unique experience in a short amount of time required Vismale and her team to use “all the elements of fundamental meeting planning,” Vismale said. Henry and vice president Nicholas I.

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Guns and Meetings: What You Need to Know Now

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Without taking sides on this hotly debated subject, the reality is that you can’t plan your next meeting without addressing the question of guns. In the state where you are meeting, can firearms be carried—openly or concealed? What about at specific venues, especially when alcohol is served or a famous person is a keynoter?

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6 Striking Bowling Alleys for Events

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Bowling lanes serve as a great venue for a company holiday party or a night out on the town during a conference. The Las Vegas venue offers space for parties of 3,000 and 32 lanes for bowling. there’s a good chance there’s a Lucky Strike close to your meeting. The Spare Room, Hollywood, CA.

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Top Convention Center Projects Underway in 2016

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“At the same time, we are working closely with our hotels and other venues to provide innovative and attractive solutions for our meeting customers during the construction period.”… Columbus, Ohio. ”… More. ”… More.

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Puff, Puff, Plan Your Marijuana Policy for Events

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For instance, many venue properties still prohibit indoor or public smoking due to federal laws, so be sure to review the particular rules prior to an event. Finally, even if the state allows edibles, you or your venue can still choose to prohibit them. Just make sure you communicate that clearly to attendees before the event.

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