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Omni PGA Frisco Resort Opens in Texas: Why Meeting Planners are Welcoming Massive New Golf Headquarters

Smart Meetings

When the $520 million opened the first week in May, it was hailed by the meetings industry as a “game-changer.” Smart Meetings : Which came first: the PGA move to Frisco or the resort opening? How is Omni PGA Frisco Resort a game changer for meeting planners both in and beyond the world of golf? They are experts at that.

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Event Experts Talk Connection at CMP Advance

Smart Meetings

Where Certified Meeting Professionals gather, connection and innovation flourish From March 11-13, 2024, events industry professionals who hold the esteemed Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation gathered in Toronto at the Fairmont Royal York. And no, that thing cannot be that you are all meeting planners.”

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CMP Spotlight: Get to Know Barbara Connell, CMP Fellow

Smart Meetings

Staff meetings, sales meetings, educational programs, board meetings, national/international events—in-person or virtual or a combination thereof—any gathering of individuals can decide the fate of an organization.” Events are everywhere; and event planners play an integral role in any and every industry. She wasn’t convinced.

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Smart Moves in Portland, Hawaii and More

Smart Meetings

She will promote Fort Myers as a top destination for meetings and group travel to the MICE industry in her assigned region. Additionally, Hyps holds professional affiliations within the hospitality industry, such as MPI, PCMA and Destinations International.

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The Differences Between Virtual Event Platforms and Virtual Production Companies That You Should Know

Endless Events

But in events, we have the power to diversify and meet people where they feel most comfortable. 45 Questions To Ask Before Meeting With A Virtual Event Production Company. Endless has a brand new affiliate program! If you know anyone else who might love Endless, you should join our affiliate program. 16-minute read).

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NYU Offers Incubation Hub for Hospitality Entrepreneurs

Smart Meetings

Smart Meetings sat down with Dr. Richie Karaburun , Clinical Assistant Professor and Director of HI Hub Incubator of NYU School of Professional Studies, to explore the entrepreneurship hub designed to support up-and-coming hospitality business ideas. Tisch Center of Hospitality (HI HUB) aim to support business savvy entrepreneurs.

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Informa Consolidates Its Business-Events Media Portfolio

MeetingsNet

With a reorganization at Informa, MeetingsNet is now aligned with Connect Meetings, a portfolio of events and media outlets serving the global business-events industry. Connect and its affiliated brands aim to establish themselves as the ultimate and essential hub of knowledge for event professionals,” said Johnson.

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