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Hispanic Heritage Adds Cultural Flair to Meetings

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We asked Paola Bowman, CMP, CMM, director of client services and events with Arlington Convention & Visitors Bureau, president of Event Service Professionals Association (ESPA) and a 2018 Smart Women in Meetings Award winner, to share her perspective as a native Mexican who grew up in the hospitality industry. As a newly naturalized U.S.

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Best of: New & Renovated 2018

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Here’s a look at five of our top New and Renovated stories from 2018. These recent openings and renovations redefined what was expected in 2018. The post Best of: New & Renovated 2018 appeared first on Smart Meetings. New & Renovated: International Intrigue. New & Renovated: A Step Outside the Ordinary.

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Best of Smart Meetings’ 2018 Destination Stories

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Here are 12 of our top destination stories from 2018. We think it’s because Hawaii offers such a rich, unique culture—one that is lived, venerated and passed down from generation to generation. We think it’s because Hawaii offers such a rich, unique culture—one that is lived, venerated and passed down from generation to generation.

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PRA Orlando, Destinos India Among Winners of 2018 SITE Crystal Awards

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Winners of the prestigious 2018 Crystal Awards were honored at the SITE 2019 Global Conference in Bangkok in January. Program: Salad Master India 2018. Attendees learned about Australia’s innovative approach to food service, witnessed best food practices and were fully immersed in Sydney’s culture. Client: Michelin USA.

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October 2018 Power Player: Scott Hermes, President of Irvine Company

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He’ll use Orange County’s beaches , culture, shopping golf, water sports, entertainment and gorgeous weather to attract groups. The post October 2018 Power Player: Scott Hermes, President of Irvine Company appeared first on Smart Meetings. I’m a better leader thanks to MPI.”.

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Get to Know ME with Brittany Cerillos

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I have been in the Travel and Incentive industry since 2018. Traveling, experiencing new cultures, and bringing once in a lifetime experience to our clients is extremely rewarding. What do you like about your job? Everyday is different! I like a fast-paced environment that looks a bit different each day.

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12 Exciting Smart Meetings FAM Experiences in 2018

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From the excitement of Palm Springs International Film Festival to the fascinating cities of South Korea, the Smart Meetings editorial staff was busy traveling throughout the world in 2018 to bring back ideas and inspiration about destinations for you to consider for upcoming meetings and events.

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