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AUGUST 22, 2019

Sometimes employees hear the words “corporate training” and immediately think of a boring session in a bland venue that they are being forced to attend. We have found some special venues that will help break the negative mindsets associated with corporate training.

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DECEMBER 22, 2023

Winter Wonderland Weddings: 25 Dreamy Venues for Your Winter Celebration Getting married is a magical experience in and of itself, but an easy way to add some extra elegance and whimsy is to host your special day in winter. Arlo Soho has a mixture of eclectic rooms and meeting spaces, which can all be utilized for your wedding.

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OCTOBER 19, 2018

From 1911 parking garages to floating dance floors, this Oregon city is also home to some amazing event venues. Hosting an event in a venue your attendee will love will always be at the forefront of an organizer’s event strategy. In this post, we'll explore the top 20 Portland event venues for your next occasion.

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Unique Venues

MAY 15, 2019

That’s why our Top Picks for Spiritual Gatherings/Camps/Retreats include venues that are not only located in inspiring locations, they also offer extreme customer service that takes the burden off you. Choice of lodging, meeting spaces, dining, even team-building recreation. It’s all there.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2016

This past year I’ve noticed a lot of great event trends , but one of my favorites, by far, is the increase in popularity of warehouse venues. Historic New York warehouse venue, The Foundry. And since there are warehouse venue spaces in practically every city across the country there is bound to be one near you. Open Floor Plan.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 29, 2023

He has served as director of food and beverage outlets at The Chartler Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, restaurant general manager at Afuri Izakaya in Oregon and more. Read More: F&B Smart Moves in Miami, Dallas and More The post F&B Smart Moves in Big Sur, Seattle and More appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 9, 2017

Portland, Oregon , is all about progress. The forward-thinking city —known for its modern urban planning, environmentally friendly ordinances, and diverse population—is a top destination for business meetings. Portland is also a city of culture, where museums, art galleries, music clubs and performing-arts venues abound.

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JULY 18, 2017

Venues along its path are hosting special events and hotels are offering promotional rates for this astronomical phenomenon. Although reservations are already booked for the big day in August, many of these sites are also great places to hold meetings another time. Brooks Winery (Amity, Oregon). Garden color. Who’s coming?

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JULY 28, 2017

Let’s take a look at some suggested venues to hold meetings in each of the top 20 beach communities. Cannon Beach, Oregon Name: Surfsand Resort. The post Where To Meet In The 20 Most Expensive U.S. Beach Towns appeared first on Smart Meetings. Montauk, New York Name: Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2016

This past year I’ve noticed a lot of great event trends , but one of my favorites, by far, is the increase in popularity of warehouse venues. Historic New York warehouse venue, The Foundry. And since there are warehouse venue spaces in practically every city across the country there is bound to be one near you. Open Floor Plan.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 30, 2022

Many of the casinos and resorts operated by local tribes offer meeting and event venues, giving event planners the opportunity to contribute to the financial support of Native Americans. We’ll look at how some communities celebrate the beginning of July and what they have to offer meeting planners. of meeting space.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

Embracing the metropolitan hubbub of their surroundings, a few new venues rise above the rest. of meeting space, two rooms comprising the hotel’s penthouse combine for a one-of-a-kind event experience—complete with 1,800 sq. The Hoxton, Portland, Oregon Set to open Nov. On top of the 1,291 sq.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 21, 2016

Last week I talked about the recent trend of warehouse venues for wedding and events in this post. Today I’ll be talking more specifically about things to consider when looking at warehouse spaces, propping elements and décor, and I’ll be sharing a few of my favorite unique warehouse venues from across the country. (Part 2 of 2).

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EventMB

AUGUST 17, 2022

Skift Take: A comprehensive menu of sustainable initiatives at event venues continues to grow and although they are mostly positive, many are also confusing. The nuanced differences must be kept in mind. — Allan Lynch Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Read More: Northern California Sets Example for Sustainability He has now partnered with Four Seasons alum Christopher Hunsberger (pictured above on left with Palmer) to launch Appellation, a hotel brand that will develop and run community-based venues that incorporate local cuisine, art, crafts and people.

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OCTOBER 29, 2021

As the city of Austin has worked toward carbon neutrality, the Austin Convention Center has been leading the charge by buying carbon offsets, converting to renewable energy, and focusing on ways to be one of the greenest places to meet in the U.S. The events industry is helping to grow that market.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 4, 2022

Runyon brings 10 years of venue administration and events experience. Foley Entertainment Group promoted Nocon to executive vice president of its hotel division, including Hotel Californian in Santa Barbara, California; Hotel Les Mars in Healdsburg, California; and Black Walnut Inn & Vineyard in Dundee, Oregon. Melea Runyon.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 23, 2022

The 1,700 attendees checking in live at Meeting Professionals International’s World Education Conference ( WEC ) at Moscone Center in San Francisco this week were treated to a performance in three acts designed to provide “perspective,” “approach” and “action,” according to Paul Van Deventer, MPI president and CEO.

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JULY 14, 2023

In this role, she will manage culinary teams across the resort’s dining venues and will design dessert menus for large-scale events and daily dining. Elaine Heide Elaine Heide As wine director at The Allison Inn & Spa , in Oregon Wine Country, Heide will lead all wine programming and the wine service at the resort’s restaurant JORY.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 14, 2023

In this role, she will manage culinary teams across the resort’s dining venues and will design dessert menus for large-scale events and daily dining. Elaine Heide Elaine Heide As wine director at The Allison Inn & Spa , in Oregon Wine Country, Heide will lead all wine programming and the wine service at the resort’s restaurant JORY.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

Offering their expertise on the subject was Cvent’s marketing manager, Brooke Gracey, and team lead, Cody Liskh from their offices in Portland, Oregon. On this week’s podcast, we discussed how podcasts can benefit live events. Podcasts are useful for event professionals to broaden their scope of expertise and knowledge. Areas of interest.

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Connect Your Meetings

SEPTEMBER 21, 2017

The business is so successful that it is now synonymous with cannabis tourism, providing digital resources in hundreds of locations including Oregon, California, Alaska , Barcelona and Jamaica. But it’s not just the tourism industry that’s latching onto this idea; it’s affecting the meetings market, too.

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Unique Venues

MAY 6, 2020

Check our latest list of unique venues…with unique experiences. The resort can customize many mountain adventures for your guests and is famous for chair lift rides to the top of North Star Mountain, meeting breakout sessions at the Kootenay Haus Mountain Top Log Cabin, sightseeing, and hiking. By: Maureen Leader.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 28, 2017

So while our minds might be currently occupied by sunshine, pools and tan lines, organizing next season’s festivities will keep meeting and event planners ahead of the game. Where to meet? of meeting and event space, Colorado Convention Center qualifies as a top meeting facility. Where to meet? Where to meet?

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MAY 26, 2022

Smart Meetings has compiled these top five airports and added nearby hotels with ample meeting spaces and ocean views. There are plenty hotels along the coast for meetings. of meeting space. of meeting space, a connected 800-room Omni hotel and LEED Gold certification. of meeting space. of meeting space.

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OCTOBER 18, 2019

Wherever you are hosting your next meeting, checking with the venue ahead of time for earthquake preparedness needs to be on your safety list. Shifty Northwest plates are a looming danger, as experts say a mega-quake is 20 percent likely to happen in Northern Oregon in the next 50 years. Earthquakes as strong as 4.7

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JULY 17, 2016

Bend WebCAM is a digital marketing conference in Bend, Oregon, with a reputation for their attendee experience, world-class speakers and attention to detail. He even got an Oregon server’s permit so he can jump behind the bar and serve up Bend’s craft beers. They’re more likely to understand the event’s culture and tone.”.

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MARCH 14, 2018

After nearly two decades at Visit Phoenix, Jessie returned last year to Oregon—a homecoming of sorts for the University of Oregon graduate. Are there any new venues or hotels opening up? “We put on a hat or a hood. That’s how you know someone’s not from here.”. What that experience is going to be, we don’t know.

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 5, 2019

The online survey, which went live on 1 st August provides anyone working in the meeting and event industry the ability to contribute opinions and commitments to how the global event industry could achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Other partners include IMEX, Maritz and The Oregon Convention Centre. Event Tech.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 3, 2017

Snug Harbor’s landscaped grounds and collection of century-old columned structures look like “a beautiful New England college campus,” Melcher said, and the arrival via New York Harbor plus the venue help create an environment in which attendees are more open to experience new things, new people, and new ideas. Photo by Eliza Hoyland.

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OCTOBER 20, 2016

VR has been on the “trends to watch” list for some time now in the meetings space , but the amount of destinations who are actively using it to showcase their venues and cities has seemingly blossomed overnight. At a media breakfast hosted by Meet L.A., At a media breakfast hosted by Meet L.A.,

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MAY 31, 2017

Best Special-Event Venue. Add a heap o’ meeting space—34,000 sq. A multi-million-dollar transformation added a fresh design scheme, all-new plush furnishings and tech in the 802 guest rooms, and enhancements to its 38 versatile meeting and functions rooms. of indoor meeting space. of meeting space. Back to top].

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Certain

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

Where to Stay: For quick, easy access to the Oregon Convention Center, look no further than Hotel Eastlund , an Eastside oasis featuring an unforgettable rooftop restaurant & bar, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a 24-hour business center for those last-minute presentation updates! What to See: For the outdoor-enthusiast: Mt.

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AUGUST 8, 2019

Science is in our DNA as a company , and this year we experimented with new learning environments by taking all 500+ guests to nine different off-site venues for educational sessions on Monday afternoon. Next year, we are taking e4 to Portland, Oregon. Looking Ahead to 2020. Luckily we are always up for a challenge.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2016

Freeman has worked at New York venues such as Windows on the World and Russian Tea Room before serving as vice president of public relations and strategic partnerships for Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants. California, Maine, Massachusetts and Nevada join the ranks of Colorado, Oregon, Washington and Alaska in legalizing recreational cannabis.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2018

Technical Meeting & Event Production. Event & Meeting Management Fundamentals. Meeting & Event Job Openings. Meetings & Event Manager | Sheraton Hotels & Resorts | Lahaina, HI. Corporate Meeting Planner | Direct Travel | Chicago, IL. Venue Logistics Manager | FIRST | New York, NY.

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JANUARY 26, 2023

Homelessness and property damage made headlines on national news, casting the Pacific Northwest in an unfavorable light as a tourist and meetings destination. of meeting space spanning up to 65 meeting rooms, an expansive lobby area, a garden terrace, mixing zone, with 570,290 sq. of total meeting space.

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