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Back to the Future: Revisiting Event Planner Predictions From 2012

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One event planner predicted in 2012 that that keynote speakers would give their presentation from the new orbiting space station in 2022. In July 2022, NASA flight engineers Jessica Watkins (left) and Kjell Lindgren addressed International Space Station Research and Development conference attendees from aboard the space station.

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How to Meet Authentically in Northern California

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In 1990, the first TED (technology, entertainment and design) Conference was held in Monterey. Don’t take our word for it. Monterey is where Steve Jobs brought his team as they prepared to launch The first Macintosh in 1984. Our superpower is inspiring action,” explained Rob O’Keefe, president and CEO of See Monterey. “It

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Where to Host Your Next Conference: 8 Best Locations

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When it comes to planning a conference, location is key. Today’s conference attendees expect more. And that all starts with a great conference location. . A conference is more than just the convention center. The content and networking is invaluable, but what often sways a decision to attend is the conference location.

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Smart Moves in Chicago, Mexico and More

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She also worked as reservations agent and manager in training for conference services and groups sales. Kranzle joined the Hilton Hotels team in 2012, serving as general manager for Hilton Mexico City Reforma; most recently, Kranzle was the opening general manager of Hilton Guadalajara Midtown in Mexico. Nadeem Siddiqui. Tony Yousfi.

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Smart Moves in Qatar, London and More

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Before this, he spent time overseeing the event venues outside London for the 2012 London Olympic & Paralympic Games. In his 25 years in the events industry, he also worked with organizations such as Ascot Rececourse, conference center operator Wembley London Ltd (formerly Wembley Stadium Ltd), and the Baku European Games.

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Cultivating Respect in Facilitation

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People filling the Marlboro (Vermont) Town House for the 2012 Town Meeting. Photograph attribution: People filling the Marlboro (Vermont) Town House for the 2012 Town Meeting by Zachary P. Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post Cultivating Respect in Facilitation appeared first on Conferences That Work.

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Smart Moves: Food and Beverage

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The Spain native began her career in 2012, when she worked in London at a Japanese restaurant. Benavidez is executive pastry chef at AT&T Hotel and Conference Center in Austin, Texas. Torres most recently worked at Thompson Chicago as executive pastry chef. Daniel Benavidez. Read More : Reconnect with the Spirit of Hawaii.

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