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.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Over our 23 years in the professional event production industry, we’ve identified several key elements that often prevent our clients’ events from achieving outstanding success. To ensure a consistent and evolving impact for your company and attendees, we recommend developing a three-year event strategy.

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ADMEI

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Whether you’re throwing an event for potential clients, hosting an employee education event, or celebrating on a corporate retreat, excellent planning is essential. They affect the way your employees or attendees view your company as a whole. Every attendee walks away from an event with a clear perception of the company that hosted it.

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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. Audio-Visual Production. Ready to start planning your next work retreat or incentive event? Onsite Food & Beverage Management.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 18, 2024

“By addressing these hurdles and embracing the opportunities presented by the digital nomad trend,” says Harrison, “companies can unlock new levels of employee satisfaction, productivity and global reach.” How do planners integrate remote attendees with in-person attendees? Are destination board retreats a thing of the past?

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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.

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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. A variety of different spaces, from size to design, are constant across all these properties.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 23, 2020

Wellness: Retreats For Event Profs: Do We Need Them? ? Hybrid & Virtual Event Production: Elevating The Experience. ?? 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. Retreats For Event Profs: Do We Need Them? (40

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 16, 2023

Happy employees make happy companies because they’re more engaged and more productive. Since engaged employees are more productive, are less burned out, and stick around for longer, smart organizations are focused on doing everything they can to boost happiness and engagement. 5 Types of Corporate Events 1.

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Stova

APRIL 13, 2023

In this article, we share five ways you can use artificial intelligence in event management to save time and enhance attendee experiences. But recent advancements promise to take the attendee experience to exciting new heights. But you can still up level productivity and get lists that provide excellent starting points.

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ADMEI

OCTOBER 18, 2023

As you plan, you’re considering your attendee experience at every step, from the venue you select to the speakers you book. But even with a perfectly planned event, one of the best attendee perks may not come from the “official schedule” at all. Choosing the right venue will help you provide attendees with easy access to the outdoors.

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 15, 2023

The Crenshaw Room, with its large windows and gorgeous nature views, is perfect for staff retreats, training seminars, and general corporate meetings. Major film and television studios like the History Channel, A&E, and the Discovery Channel are listed as production clients. They know what they’re doing too.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 23, 2023

With luxury boutique hotels offering authentic cultural experiences, exciting culinary fare and nature-driven activities, Asia has become a desirable destination for incentive trips and executive retreats. For a more experiential and spiritual form of healing, take advantage of the resort’s Meplesiran Package.

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Bizzaboo

AUGUST 10, 2022

acre garden offers a peaceful retreat suited to many events and features ancient art, magnificent foliage, and a spectacular reflecting pool. High-production, rock-n-roll concerts aren’t the only events hosted at the Granada Theater; the venue is also available for private events. . Planning a company-wide celebration?

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 2, 2022

Recreation and relaxation are all housed in one convenient, stunning location, so attendees don’t have to worry about anything outside of that,” explained Colette Baruth on the value of all-inclusives, during a recent Smart Chat Live! The experience is also frictionless for attendees. Watch the entire webinar here.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

The scene is set for groups large or small and is a dream come true for planners seeking to create a memorable and productive experience for attendees. Arriving at St. George Regional Airport. Direct flights to St. Candy Cliffs Hiking Adventure.

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Convene by PCMA

MARCH 6, 2024

This echoes some learnings from the just-released “Freeman Trends Report: 2024 Attendee Intent and Behavior,” which Convene Deputy Editor Barbara Palmer recently talked to Ken Holsinger , Freeman’s senior vice president of strategy and research, about.

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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. This global community is on a mission to make the work world more welcoming and productive for neurodivergent communities. “DE&I

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Smart Meetings

JULY 28, 2021

We are also seeing a dramatic increase in 2022 bookings from a wide range of groups from small executive retreats to full buyout opportunities. Instead, they are focused on letting their attendees explore the destination during their days onsite and just gather for lunches and dinners.

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inVOYAGE

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Whether you envision a grand gala under the stars or an intimate corporate retreat, the hotel's spaces provide the perfect backdrop. From mastering the art of crafting the perfect ceviche to creating authentic Mayan recipes, these workshops allow attendees to not only savour the flavours but also play an integral part in their creation.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 23, 2022

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.”. The Cottage is Biltmore’s intimate option: a 1,500-square-foot retreat which can accommodate up to five attendees.

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CSI DMC

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

To maximize the potential for attendees, balancing unity, fun and purpose is key. 7) Educational Workshops: Organize workshops with local sustainability experts to educate attendees about sustainable activities they can implement at home or in the office, adding a local touch to the event agenda.

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Traveler's Q

MAY 1, 2023

It is an important aspect that can elevate an event from being just another gathering to a memorable experience that leaves attendees with a lasting impression of the brand. With the right level of customization and attention to detail, you can offer an unforgettable event that will leave attendees wanting more.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 12, 2021

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. Nearby, the National Conference Center is an expansive complex with 265,000 square feet of flexible function space in a retreat-like setting on 40 wooded acres.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 12, 2021

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. Nearby, the National Conference Center is an expansive complex with 265,000 square feet of flexible function space in a retreat-like setting on 40 wooded acres.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 25, 2023

Columbus is growing as a hub for technology and innovation stems, with 16 Fortune 1000 companies and five Fortune 500 companies, as well as a soon-to-open $20B chip production facility owned by Intel. Centrally located in the Midwest, Ohio’s capital city is an easy destination for attendees to get to, with more than half the U.S.

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Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2023

Continue to focus on the ever-changing expectations of venues and event attendees, as they often fluctuate with the times. Not starting early enough Leah McCrae, Director of Strike Productions, believes one of the most common mistakes event planners make is failing to allot enough time to successfully plan and execute an event.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

The heightened intensity of some of these nonnegotiable, not even entirely new skills, however, comes from a place of more conscious sensitivity to client and attendee needs. For instance, Salesforce introduced Trailblazer Ranch this February, a wooded California retreat designed to be an off-site for company gatherings.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

of space across the property, this includes the catamaran, as well as the 3,500-square-foot Bayside Ballroom and the outdoor Seaside Lawn, which features enough space for 150 attendees. The post Catamarans and Island Retreats: 5 Holiday Party Ideas for Your Group appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 5, 2022

At the same time, there is a lot of excitement around the power of event technology to create more seamless event experiences for in-person and virtual attendees and to accelerate personalized experiences. Gone are the days when you could lure attendees in with a free happy hour at a hotel bar for an hour. LinkedIn | Twitter.

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 23, 2024

Special events can be hosted in the light-filled Veria Ballroom starting from 200 guests for standing cocktail, while productive meetings and training sessions are brought to life at the 65-pax Agave or Yucca Meeting Rooms. or Yucca Meeting Rooms.

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 14, 2022

To address this in a largely remote and virtual work environment, organizations are seeking out off-site events and team retreats as important opportunities to spark motivation, combat disconnection, and inspire a sense of belonging for employees and members. Since the beginning of the pandemic, 30 percent of U.S. Event Space Availability.

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inVOYAGE

APRIL 24, 2024

Versatile Event Spaces: Whether you’re hosting a high-powered conference, team-building workshop, or product launch, elevate your corporate events with Mandarin Oriental Palace Lucerne's versatile event spaces, all equipped with state-of-the-art technology and luxury.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 29, 2018

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. Other industries, including technology, have started to see that conference and meeting attendees want more control over their event content and programming. Trend #2: Real-Time Visual Note-Taking.

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inVOYAGE

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Event planners can make the most of its private beach for exclusive dinners under the stars, offering attendees a true taste of Omani coastal charm or elevate the experience by arranging a traditional Omani music performance. Otherwise, host a product launch by the beach and enjoy the backdrop of the majestic Al Hajar Mountains.

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Gavel International

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Meeting attendees will find everything from flat, easy paved trails for beginners to steep hikes up mountains. Before your meeting attendees leave Torrey Pines State Reserve, book them for a truly unique experience: riding in a tandem glider while a raptor cruises alongside them. Ballast Point Brewing, and Bolt Brewery.

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Bizzaboo

JULY 5, 2023

Whether you’re planning a corporate conference, trade show, product launch, or corporate team-building event, Dallas offers a plethora of memorable venues that cater to every occasion. acre garden offers a peaceful retreat suited to many events and features ancient art, magnificent foliage, and a spectacular reflecting pool.

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