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Are Family-friendly Conferences in Your Future?

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These events usually last three to four days, and when you add on travel time, attendees may be gone from their families for a week or longer. This can mean each attendee must find someone to care for their children or ask their spouse to do double duty while they are gone. Select a hotel or conference center with family suites.

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10x Your Next Conference: Why Now, More Than Ever, You Should Use Holistic Procurement Methodology

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A 7-Step Process A true process will go beyond RFP sourcing and site selection, contracting and negotiations. It should connect all the phases of conference planning, prevent unforeseen obstacles and set a solid foundation for the conference’s success. Procurement isn’t just about finding the cheapest option.

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Unlocking Success: Mastering ROI Strategies for Corporate Conferences

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Mastering return on investment (ROI) with corporate conferences involves more than just organizing an event; it requires a comprehensive approach that begins with meticulous planning, continues through strategic execution, and culminates in the thorough measurement of outcomes. need help with audio visual? Not sure what staff to have onsite?

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Hosting Your Perfect Meeting in Northern Virginia

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Fairfax County, Virginia is the ideal place to hold your next meeting, conference, convention, or special event. 60 of these properties are meeting hotels that offer a variety of space layouts that can accommodate your convention and conference groups. Our proximity to Washington, D.C. , Reason 3 ½: We work on your BeHALF.

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Meeting Safety Trends in 2022

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Event safety has become a priority, if not for meeting planners, then for attendees. If you, your staff, or attendees are experiencing depression, anxiety or other strong emotions, professional help is available and worthwhile. His safety topics have included site selection, event safety, emergency operations and crisis communications.

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Top Hotels in Orlando and Why We Like Them

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Meeting organizers are constantly on the lookout for the best hotels in every city (if you need help with site selection and negotiation , let us know!) It also has over 12 dining outlets and lots of parking for attendees. Let’s take a look at the top hotels in Orlando and why we like them.

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Top Five Reasons to Book a Food Tour in Your Conference City

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Here are the top five reasons to book a food tour in your conference city. Top 5 Reasons to Book a Food Tour in Your Conference City: Taste the Local Cuisine and Cocktails Learn Local History Along the Way It’s a Bonding Experience Great Way to See the City! Your next favorite beer might be from a future conference city! #2:

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