Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 12, 2022

The Pink Retreat. Attendees: ~500. After finding that others in the group felt the same way, Williams, who said she had no experience in event planning “other than my wedding,” launched The Pink Retreat, a celebration of Lilly Pulitzer that she advertises as “the most colorful girls’ getaway” in Palm Beach, Florida.

Retreat 98

Retreat Advertising Retail Sponsors 98

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The time has come for us to take proactive steps to address these challenges in the corporate meeting space. As a corporate meeting and event industry professional with over 25 years of experience, I have witnessed first-hand the negative impacts of work-related stress.

Meeting 246

Meeting Corporate Meeting Trade Show Production 246

Achieve Incentives

JUNE 28, 2023

A corporate retreat is a perfect way to build rapport within your organization while reenergizing your employees. You are ready to invest significant funds and employee time into a retreat. Do you want business to be the main focus of your retreat? Travel days can be one of the most hectic parts of the attendee experience.

Retreat 62

Retreat Hospitality Attendee Logistics 62

Convene by PCMA

JULY 18, 2022

The 500-acre Cedar Lakes Estate in upstate NewYork has seen a huge bump in inquiries for corporate retreats — 150 percent more inquiries than in 2019. “If It was unusual and yet right on trend: A potential client wanted to take their team to Barcelona for what would be the company’s first-ever retreat in its 16-year history.

Retreat 98

Retreat Remote Venue Platform 98

Smart Meetings

MARCH 13, 2024

Take a further trip for more reward in Spring, 2024 With travel continuing to open up and return to natural form after years of Covid, the world is once again an oyster for meeting professionals looking for an international incentive trip or executive retreat that will be memorable and expand geographical and cultural horizons of attendees.

Incentives 246

Incentives Retreat Advertising Culture 246

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

New Properties and Meeting Space in Some of Europe’s Most Desirable Destinations Building an incentive experience? A small meeting? A corporate retreat? It’s perfect for incentive meetings with an oceanside twist. An expert concierge team works with you to arrange a tailored group meeting or event. swimming pool.

Incentives 246

Incentives Retreat Meeting Booking 246

Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

One of the long-tail effects of the pandemic could be a downsizing of average meeting attendee lists as some big events go hybrid and bring parts of their audience together in person while larger audiences access content online. of meeting space and 196 guest rooms near Union Square) and Hotel Emblem (1,885 sq.

Meeting 246

Meeting Retreat Remote Fashion 246

Smart Meetings

APRIL 22, 2024

Make your summer meetings meaningful and memorable with these tips and trends Summer is approaching fast and meeting professionals want to stay up to date on every seasonal trend. With these tips and recommended venues, your summer meeting or event will be memorable, meaningful and even give back to the community.

Trends 165

Trends Travel Travel Retreat 165

Smart Meetings

MARCH 12, 2024

We asked three women at three powerhouse meetings hotels about their approach to bringing everyone along and were impressed by the passion that unites them. Read on to meet these brilliant meeting profs. Our retreats allow groups to rediscover themselves, each other, and a sense of wonder and purpose.

Hospitality 246

Hospitality Retreat Vendor Logistics 246

Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 25, 2022

When gathering in Greater Phoenix, meeting attendees don’t have to put their wellness goals on hold. The serene beauty of the surrounding Sonoran Desert inspires hotels, resorts and meeting spaces to place an emphasis on health and balance. Attendees don’t even have to leave downtown Phoenix to find their zen.

Attendee 98

Attendee Meeting Retreat Venue 98

CSI DMC

APRIL 26, 2023

PLANNING AN UNFORGETTABLE COMPANY RETREAT Looking to plan a company retreat that will invigorate your team, foster innovation, and cultivate a sense of togetherness? And suppose your retreat lasts longer than a night. Put yourself in your attendees’ shoes and consider what they would value most from the trip.

Retreat 40

Retreat Sports Transportation Communications 40

Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Fairfax County, Virginia is the ideal place to hold your next meeting, conference, convention, or special event. Visit Fairfax is not only committed to helping you find the perfect meeting venue but also has the expertise within our team to make that happen. Reason #3: We’ve got meeting space galore.

Meeting 130

Meeting Retreat Site Selection Banking 130

Smart Meetings

JULY 28, 2021

The number of meetings being scheduled now is quickly picking up steam as mask mandates are lifted and people start gathering again, but meeting formats have evolved. With Salamander Hotels & Resorts , a luxury resort management company founded by Sheila Johnson , a Smart Women in Meetings Hall of Fame winner. Ty Brassie.

Meeting 331

Meeting Planner Booking Retreat 331

Smart Meetings

MARCH 13, 2024

Take a further trip for more reward in spring 2024 With travel continuing to open up and return to natural form after years of Covid, the world is once again an oyster for meeting professionals looking for an international incentive trip or executive retreat that will be memorable and expand geographical and cultural horizons of attendees.

Incentives 130

Incentives Retreat Advertising Culture 130

Smart Meetings

AUGUST 11, 2022

Music to support ocean conservation as well as meetings’ moods. The benefits of music are undeniable and therefore music is a staple part of every meeting, conference and convention. The calming ocean sounds that appear in Miller’s music allow one to be an attentive and engaged attendee for the rest of the day’s events. .

Retreat 246

Retreat Virtual Events Sustainability Benefits 246

Smart Meetings

JANUARY 18, 2024

WTP’s Frank Harrison Shares the Top Three Business Travel Trends for the Coming Year Frank Harrison As the travel industry around the world continues to recover post-pandemic, new business travel trends have emerged that meeting professionals will have to master to optimize attendance.

Trends 253

Trends Travel Travel Remote 253

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

After a long day of conferences, meetings and activities, attendees often flock to the hotel bar to grab a drink before retreating to bed for some much needed rest. The hotel offers the option for a full property buyout for executive retreats or incentive trips. There are 68 rooms and suites with 5,000 sq. One Aldwych .

Retreat 246

Retreat Incentives Location Attendee 246

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Destinations that make you want to unplug Staying connected to technology and committing to constant communication can feel as though its pertinent to incentive recipients and corporate retreat attendees. The post Off-the-Grid Incentives in Paradise appeared first on Smart Meetings.

Incentives 246

Incentives Retreat Sports Culture 246

Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Recent Debuts to Host Destination Meetings with Serious Style The East Coast welcomes spectacular renovations and grand re-openings of unique venues that are certain to invigorate attendees with the charm of their dreamy destination and the distinct character of their storied history. Today, the property offers 70,000 sq.

Venue 256

Venue Retreat Corporate Meeting Planner 256

Smart Meetings

MAY 23, 2022

What meeting planners may be pleased to discover is Asheville’s potential for hosting eventful gatherings. Executives and meetings professionals in search of locations to hold meetings, executive retreats, conferences, and incentive trips will be inspired by Asheville’s spirit, scenic beauty, and fresh mountain air.”.

Meeting 234

Meeting Retreat Venue Organization 234

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Captivating Designs Make Memorable Debuts From the sunny coastline of SoCal to the fog-draped Golden Gate, new and renovated hotels across the charming state of California make for compelling options to host your next meetings, event or retreat. of meeting and event space, made up of seven unique meeting spaces.

Incentives 264

Incentives Retreat Speakers Meeting 264

Smart Meetings

JANUARY 9, 2024

Tropical locations offer beautiful beaches with luxury all-inclusive resorts for executive retreats and incentives, but travelers are now wanting something more. Smart Meetings conducted research on tropical locations that offer luxury, eco-friendly business practices and opportunities to authentically enjoy the destination.

Retreat 130

Retreat Incentives Culture Sustainability 130

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Whether you find yourself in Denver, Colorado, Irvine, California or Little Elm, Texas, you’re certain to have your pick of a variety of outdoor adventures; and you can rest easy knowing your meeting needs and relaxation space have everything you’ll ever need. of lobby-level meeting space to the property’s existing 39,000 sq.

Retreat 264

Retreat Sustainability Meeting Conference 264

Convene by PCMA

MAY 25, 2023

A rendering of the refreshed Bayside Foyer Space at Mandalay Bay Convention Center Meetings at MGM Resorts in Las Vegas build synergy, move attendees and foster collaboration. In fact, the majority of MGM Resorts’ meetings business is small groups, with 80 percent booking under 250 rooms. Enhancements at the 2.1-million-square-foot

Meeting 98

Meeting Retreat Attendee Conference 98

MeetingsNet

APRIL 14, 2023

April is Autism Awareness Month, the perfect time for meeting professionals to commit to learning more about how a few simple changes can improve the meeting experience for neurodiverse attendees. Knowing what is happening day-to-day alleviates attendees’ anxiety about unfamiliar situations. Create sensory retreat spaces.

Meeting 122

Meeting Regulations Retreat Events 122

Blue Spark Event Design

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Client Objective: Design a leadership work retreat for top employees that offered on-brand Instagram-able networking events and an educational opportunity for them to grow within the company. However, finding that type of hotel with the large number of rooms and meeting space required narrowed down the available property inventory.

Retreat 52

Retreat Site Selection Event Design Networking 52

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

These properties—and their exciting destinations—are certain to thrill your attendees. Numerous meeting rooms ranging from 90 to 2,362 sq. make for a space suited for meetings and events of all types and sizes. This 36-guestroom townhouse hotel offers a chic neighborhood retreat with the feel of a private, elegant home.

Retreat 246

Retreat Panel Location Meeting 246

MeetingsNet

MAY 24, 2022

A recent judges’ association conference in New York wound up with a nearly 30-percent rate of Covid infection among attendees. From May 9 to 12, about 70 judges attended an annual three-day retreat held by the New York City Criminal Court Judges Association at a Long Island resort.

Meeting 98

Meeting Retreat Attendee Website 98

Smart Meetings

JUNE 7, 2022

Sacramento, California can take your meetings and conventions to an entirely new level. The destination’s authentic roots exude rich history, diversity, artistry and flavor — making meetings here anything but ordinary. Accessibility , walkability and convenience come easy for attendees meeting in Sacramento.

Meeting 130

Meeting Venue Attendee Sustainability 130

Smart Meetings

MAY 12, 2021

For groups looking to branch out and meet face-to-face, Loudoun offers a fresh take on meetings. D iscover a mix of unique venues – and unique advantages for planners and attendees – in this scenic and inspiring setting, just 25 miles west of Washington, DC. Beyond Venues: Advantages of Meeting in Loudoun. Incentives.

Venue 130

Venue Meeting Incentives Retreat 130

Smart Meetings

MAY 12, 2021

For groups looking to branch out and meet face-to-face, Loudoun offers a fresh take on meetings. D iscover a mix of unique venues – and unique advantages for planners and attendees – in this scenic and inspiring setting, just 25 miles west of Washington, DC. Beyond Venues: Advantages of Meeting in Loudoun.

Venue 130

Venue Meeting Retreat Corporate Meeting 130

Convene by PCMA

JUNE 23, 2022

From the minute your attendees step foot into the sun-drenched, seven-story atrium dotted with towering palm trees at Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa , they’ll feel the charm of Southern California to win them over. Bonus: Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa is the only hotel that’s within easy walking distance of this can’t-miss local hangout.

Venue 98

Venue Meeting Retreat Incentives 98

Bizzaboo

AUGUST 16, 2023

An event isn’t just a one-time thing that begins when the spotlight shines and ends when attendees return home. Considering that 80% of event professionals measure event success through attendee engagement and satisfaction, crafting an event that guarantees engagement and an unforgettable experience is paramount.

Attendee 52

Attendee Social Media Events Event Planning 52

Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Meet Chicago Northwest makes it easy to safely get back to meetings and events. Attendees from anywhere in the continental U.S. In fact, planners and attendees alike will appreciate Chicago Northwest’s big city convenience without the prices. Popular attractions include Woodfield Mall—one of the largest malls in the U.S.—and

Meeting 98

Meeting Trade Show Retreat Incentives 98

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Smart Meetings asked some urban hotel executives what they are seeing in their ballrooms today, what types of groups are returning, what protocols are being required and what are some creative uses of the space they have seen. of meeting space. Each person is required to show proof of vaccination before entering the meeting space.

Venue 277

Venue Telecommunications Retreat Corporate Meeting 277

Endless Events

OCTOBER 23, 2020

Wellness: Retreats For Event Profs: Do We Need Them? ? We are sharing six tips on how to keep your attendees interested and happy! How To Use Event Gamification and Boost The Energy Of The Attendees. Virtual Audience Engagement: Keep Your Remote Attendees Happy! Retreats For Event Profs: Do We Need Them? (40

Virtual Events 232

Virtual Events Retreat Events Remote 232

MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 29, 2018

Meeting planners of the future will need to become community change agents within their respective organizations. Corporate meeting attendees don’t want to feel like they’re at work; they want to have Instagram-able moments to share on social media. By using this format, the content of the conference was dictated by attendees.

Trends 175

Trends Meeting Corporate Meeting Logistics 175