Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Group gatherings in conference meetings spaces are great. Group gatherings in meeting spaces with a haunted, scary story behind them are better—or, at least, more adventurous. Meeting profs need not deal with spiritual maids or gamblers when planning an event in the property’s 11,000 sq. Congress Plaza Hotel. The Stanley Hotel.

Hotels 98

Hotels Meetings 2016 Hospitality 98

Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Kansas City, Missouri. Louis, Missouri. The post 5 Best Airports for Layovers appeared first on Smart Meetings. The 10 worst cities for layovers are: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Raleigh, North Carolina. Denver, Colorado. Cincinnati, Ohio. Durham, North Carolina. Newark, New Jersey. Detroit, Michigan. Fort Worth, Texas.

Entertainment 98

Entertainment Hotels Meetings Travel 98

Connect Your Meetings

APRIL 29, 2019

Director of Conventions & Meetings. Manager, Meetings/Events & Exhibits. Kansas City, Missouri. Society of Government Meeting Professionals. International Meeting Managers, Inc. Advanced Meeting Solutions, Inc. Executive Vice President & COO , International Association of Exhibitions and Events.

Meetings 76

Meetings Risk Management Banking Government 76

PCMA Convene

JUNE 17, 2020

COVID-19 has wreaked economic havoc on many industries, particularly the meetings, hospitality, travel, and tourism sectors, where many employees have been furloughed or laid off. Members of the National Coalition of Black Meeting Professionals (NCBMP) are among them. We had to work on it all simultaneously in four days.”.

Meetings 114

Meetings Speakers Education Tourism 114

Smart Meetings

JULY 22, 2022

Newly opened Thompson Austin is tailored to the needs of meetings and events professionals. of event space, Origin Austin’s Flight Room can accommodate up to 49 guests for small to mid-sized meetings. Read More: Essential List: Marina Meets for Corporate Teams. Thompson Austin. Thompson Austin has more than 10,000 sq.

Food and Beverage 98

Food and Beverage Hotels 2023 Sports 98

Unique Venues

JUNE 10, 2020

We’ve scoured the region – check out our choices for Top Picks for Meetings in the Midwest! Beautiful Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri is a go-to venue for any kind of social or professional business event. But there are so many choices, how do planners decide?

Meetings 63

Meetings Tourism 2012 Hospitality 63

Master the Event

DECEMBER 13, 2023

And the meetings and events industry is taking the lead when it comes to creating sustainable events. Check the website, interview past clients and ask to speak with some of his/her suppliers to ensure that they all meet the green targets you’ve set for the function. will only continue to grow.

Sustainability 40

Sustainability Venues Meetings Event Planning 40

Connect Your Meetings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

She says there is a mix of “great location, exceptional staff and a lot of meeting space.”. Branson Convention Center in Missouri gets major points for its location on Branson Landing nearby Hilton hotels. The post Favorite Meeting Venues in the Central U.S. Best-Value Destinations. Louisville. Saint Louis. Fort Worth.

Venues 44

Venues Meetings Hotels Conference 44

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

In 2019, Neal left ATL Airport District to work with 1600 Hospitality Group as meetings and events consultant. During his years in hospitality, he has worked with convention and visitors bureaus and hospitality organizations in Atlanta and Macon, Georgia; Kansas City, Missouri; and Cleveland. The post Smart Moves in the U.K.,

Hotels 98

Hotels Hospitality 2020 Consulting 98

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Imagine if attending a meeting in a different city, or even a different state, required nothing more than a quick afternoon trip. In January, Virgin Hyperloop One partnered with University of Missouri to begin a feasibility study for a possible route between St. Louis and Kansas City, Missouri, potentially shortening a 3.5-hour

Transportation 80

Transportation Technology 2013 2019 80

PCMA Convene

AUGUST 28, 2020

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association used a new COVID-19-symptom screening tool — 42Chat’s HealthShield — to help ensure the 450 attendees at the live portion of its Cattle Industry Summer Business Meeting met safely. Attendance for the annual meeting was down less than 10 percent, compared with last year, Larson said.

Trade Shows 111

Trade Shows Insurance Meetings Sports 111

SmartMeetings

JULY 18, 2017

Although reservations are already booked for the big day in August, many of these sites are also great places to hold meetings another time. Custom eclipse glasses with a brand, company or event name printed on them would be a great promotional item to give out at meetings leading up to August 21. of meeting space and 125 guest rooms.

Meetings 77

Meetings 2017 2016 2015 77

Smart Meetings

JUNE 16, 2023

She also worked as a meeting planner for American Public Works Association in Kansas City, Missouri. The post Smart Moves in New York, Texas and More appeared first on Smart Meetings. Taylor Abbate, CMP, DES, HMCC Abbate is director of national sales for CSI DMC.

2014 52

2014 Hotels 2018 Management 52

Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

That is the real talk delivered by Robert Bronstein and John Harris, partners behind Prevent , a Lynchburg, Virginia risk mitigation company created to help meeting professionals cross the unknown to return to meeting responsibly. The pair sat down with Smart Meetings to talk about best practices for mitigation and what not to do.

2022 105

2022 Conference Speakers Meetings 105

Expo Pass

JULY 22, 2021

The Meadow Campground and Coffee House in New London, Missouri was booked solid for the 4th of July. This year was held at a minor league baseball stadium to meet local event guidelines. Riding around on bikes is also a great way for people to chat and meet outside of a normal event setting. Spoiler alert. Gone camping!

2021 147

2021 2020 Events Venues 147

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Before joining the organization, she worked as operations coordinator for Veterans United Home Loans, based in Columbia, Missouri. The post Smart Moves in California, Arizona and More appeared first on Smart Meetings. Scarborough previously worked as coordinator of visitor marketing for Visit Mesa.

2003 98

2003 Hotels Hospitality Management 98

Unique Venues

JANUARY 15, 2020

There are 30 flexible spaces for meetings, and during downtime, your guests can explore 300 acres of lush parkland and hiking trails, a contemporary art gallery, attend cultural events, and soak in the rich history and beauty of the local Highland Creek Valley. Missouri State University. Louis by car. University of Toronto Scarborough.

Conference 64

Conference Venues Meetings Events 64

Smart Meetings

JULY 15, 2021

The story behind AC21 is a lesson in how important robust partnerships for meeting event production in this Covid-era. Louis, Missouri ? The post AC21: The Story Behind Planning the First Major Conference in Baltimore Since the Pandemic appeared first on Smart Meetings. But it almost didn’t happen. An 8-month Gamble.

Conference 119

Conference Travel 2021 Tourism 119

SmartMeetings

JULY 20, 2018

Tragic boating incidents in which tourists and crew members were killed and injured on Hawaii Island and in Branson, Missouri made headlines this week. WOW – video captures duck tour boat sinking in Missouri w/31 people on board. Meeting professionals often plan an outing on the water to enjoy the sunset or see the sites.

2018 41

2018 Insurance 2015 Social Media 41

Smart Meetings

JANUARY 16, 2019

As meeting planners and sponsors invest more into the overall experience for attendees, the demand for ROI is critical.”. Data Science , a partnership between Freeman and the University of South California on “a return on experience (ROX) environment study” and the University of Missouri of a growth drivers study. “[U]ntil

2019 80

2019 2016 Technology Event Technology 80

SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

Are you ready for some…meetings? From football to baseball to figure skating and more, college, professional and amateur sports bring in a lot of dough and tourism to popular meeting destinations. Many visitors and meeting planners impressed with GH and Texas will return to build future tourism,” the study states. Indianapolis.

Sports 41

Sports Meetings Tourism 2028 41

Connect Your Meetings

JULY 9, 2019

Meet the “In-Crowd,” our 2019 Connect Association 40 Under 40. 31 • Associate Manager of Meetings. Destination Tahoe Meetings & Events. 33 • Senior Manager, Meetings and Events. 37 • Director of Education and Meetings. 35 • Director, Meetings & Conventions. 34 • Meeting Planner. Alena Frey.

2019 76

2019 Telecommunications Sports Trade Shows 76

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Charles in Missouri promoted Gaddy to director of sales. The post 7 Smart Moves at Kimpton Goodland, Grand Velas Los Cabos and More appeared first on Smart Meetings. In his new role, he’ll add Rosewood Sanya and the upcoming Rosewood Guangzhou to his roster. Ashley Gaddy Ameristar Casino Resort Spa St.

2008 79

2008 Hotels Hospitality 2016 79

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 29, 2018

In addition to the Gateway Arch renovation, the city boasts endless opportunities for meeting planners to organize an unforgettable and truly localized experience for their attendees. Groups that meet in St. More : 4 Feel-Good Benefits of Outdoor Meetings. When planners choose to meet in St. Get Outside.

Meetings 82

Meetings Transportation 2015 Hotels 82

Connect Your Meetings

MARCH 14, 2019

She quickly rose through the ranks and transitioned to the CVB sector, joining the Columbia, Missouri, CVB. While in college studying to be a teacher, Day took a front desk job at a local hotel. When she joined the organization, Day quickly learned how essential service professionals are to how clients experience a destination.

2019 66

2019 Hospitality Travel Hotels 66

PCMA Convene

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

“We monitored guidelines and safety recommendations from state and local health officials, and we worked closely with hotel staff and our exhibition company to create a comfortable meeting environment for everyone,” said FAMP President Linda Knowlton. “We Physical distancing. Follow her on Twitter @DanicaTormohlen.

Trade Shows 105

Trade Shows Contracts 2020 Food and Beverage 105

SmartMeetings

AUGUST 22, 2017

A track with a similar design already exists in Branson, Missouri, at The Track Family Fun Parks. Here are 10 reasons why Niagara Falls is a great meeting destination , according to Niagara Falls Tourism: 1. Here are 10 reasons why Niagara Falls is a great meeting destination , according to Niagara Falls Tourism: 1.

Tourism 63

Tourism Transportation Hotels Meetings 63

PCMA Convene

AUGUST 9, 2020

On May 7, the association announced Toy Fair Everywhere, a series of three digital market weeks to start in July, described as “an opportunity for toy manufacturers, buyers, media, and other key stakeholders to reconnect and refocus for a successful fourth quarter during these uncertain times when in-person meetings and events are not possible.”.

Marketing 119

Marketing Trade Shows Retail Advertising 119

SmartMeetings

JANUARY 18, 2018

A three-year contract can mean a 10 percent savings,” says John Berglund, CEO of Mira Smart Conferencing , a management software firm in Clayton, Missouri. Site inspections: for your own protection, require a standard on-site inspection leading up to each meeting date. What if you’re not happy with your choice? Not to worry.

Negotiating 52

Negotiating Contracts Hotels Meetings 52

SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

The agreement ramps up Wyndham’s visibility near Nashville, Tennessee; Kansas City, Kansas; Jefferson City, Missouri; Lincoln, Nebraska; and Buffalo, New York. “As The post Wyndham to Add 46 US Properties appeared first on Smart Meetings. In addition, two other recent AHIP acquisitions will join the Wyndham portfolio.

Hotels 40

Hotels 2018 Travel Management 40

Nunify

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

University Of Missouri. How to apply:- Eligible candidates can apply to the course through the website of the University of Missouri or through any educational advisory platform, such as IDP in India. Course:- Hospitality Management ( conference and event planning management). Duration:- 4 years. Cost:- $24,812.00 / year.

Event Management 52

Event Management Management 2022 Tourism 52

SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

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

Hotels 40

Hotels 2017 2018 Travel 40

PCMA Convene

MARCH 5, 2018

In her speech , the actress — who won the Oscar for Actress in a Leading Role for her portrayal of a grieving, raging mother whose daughter was murdered in Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri — asked all the women in the audience who had been nominated for an Oscar this year in any category to stand up.

2015 71

2015 2007 Contracts Speakers 71

PCMA Convene

JULY 31, 2016

Walkability, value, and friendliness can be strong drivers for why planners choose certain destinations over others for meetings. If a city can hit on all of those cylinders, it can emerge as a meetings-business champion. And more and more, they’re asking questions about a destination’s local expertise and knowledge base.

Meetings 74

Meetings 2015 2009 2008 74

Unique Venues

OCTOBER 1, 2018

At CMU, meetings are held year-round in several University Centers that can host up to 5,000 people. Missouri State University. Central Michigan University is another unforgettable venue location in the heart of the Great Lakes, just an hour from Saginaw. Here are more of our favorite Midwest picks: University of Illinois.

Automotive 37

Automotive Sports Travel Tech 37

SmartMeetings

MAY 12, 2017

Loudest crowd roar at a sports stadium was awarded to fans of the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Missouri in 2014. The post This Florida City Just Set a Guinness World Record for Gratitude appeared first on Smart Meetings. It has 1,608 rooms and 86,000 sq. of event space, four presidential suites, 19 restaurants and a spa.

2014 40

2014 Tourism 2015 Hospitality 40

SmartMeetings

JANUARY 16, 2017

drivers hold licenses from jurisdictions that meet these conditions, and therefore may continue to use their state-issued identification. If its identification cards are not updated to meet REAL ID standards by that date, Oklahoma’s ID cards will no longer be accepted. military ID and permanent resident card.

2005 40

2005 Travel 2018 2020 40