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U.S. Dept. of Commerce Aims to Boost Tourism Across Nation with American Rescue Plan Funds

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million grant that will be used to construct a new visitor center. It will also provide additional retail space, allowing local merchants to connect with visitors in one central location. Recreational Path in New Hampshire Slated for Installation to Boost Tourism. In addition, the grant money will be matched with $1.7

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Three Professors Weigh in on How Experiential Marketing Degree Programs are Taking Shape

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Now, with more than 15 years of experience in the industry, he’s teaching the next generation of event marketers as an adjunct professor at Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU). Sosa says the hospitality school brings the industry in to meet the students where they are, offering an invaluable impact to their career development.

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Puff, Puff, Plan Your Marijuana Policy for Events

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Yet, as a meeting or event planner , it’s not likely in the forefront of your mind. As many states have legalized it for recreational use, new policies are leading to major change in our country. Chill out and relax while we give you the lowdown on marijuana and meetings. California (retail sale beginning January 2018).

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