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Smart Moves in Colorado, Utah and More

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Riggs joined Maritz Global Events Design Studio in 2018. He has also worked as general manager for Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa, hotel manager for Sheraton Waikiki and director of human resources for The Westin Ka’anapali Ocean Resort Villas.

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Has the Grinch Stolen Holiday Parties?

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Only 65 percent of companies plan to host a party this year, according to the 2018 Holiday Party Survey Report released by Challenger, Gray & Christmas. With the #MeToo movement on the forefront of everyone’s mind, some human resources departments are concerned about co-workers overstepping boundaries.

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4 Steps to Implementing a Balanced Security Plan

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rose above 300 in 2018, prompting event planners to reevaluate their physical security strategies. Additionally, connect with the human resources team to evaluate training for security guards. However, attacks on shopping districts, sports stadiums and convention centers?have have become an all-too-common occurrence.

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Smart Moves in Texas, Wyoming and More

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Her most recent position was director of human resources at Alma Resort, having joined the resort staff in 2019. Sharp held multiple executive positions at Travelport before joining CWT in 2018 as senior vice president and global managing director of meetings and events. Nick Vournakis and Derek Sharp.

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On the Scene at ECEF 2018

MeetingsNet

May 30, offered seven sessions and two networking events—one the evening before the main event, and a closing reception that, new for 2018, offered the opportunity to take 10 event industry technology solutions for a test drive. Content Summary: ECEF 2018 Gold Sponsor PSAV's staging was a big hit with the crowd. Media Image.

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Bookmark These Top 30 Websites for Event Planners

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To help organizers fast-track their careers with a competitive edge, this recognition covers eight key competencies: accounting, beverage management, catering services, contracts and agreements, food production, event management, human resources, and sales and marketing. Speaking of, if you see a website missing from our list?

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Bookmark These Top 30 Websites for Event Planners

Bizzaboo

To help organizers fast-track their careers with a competitive edge, this recognition covers eight key competencies: accounting, beverage management, catering services, contracts and agreements, food production, event management, human resources, and sales and marketing. Speaking of, if you see a website missing from our list?

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