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Top Challenges and Benefits of SMS Communication for Retail Events

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According to a Simple Texting survey conducted in 2023, “Consumers are most likely to receive texts in the healthcare space (55%), followed by banking/finance (46%), and e-commerce/retail (45.9%).” Here are several benefits of using SMS communication for retail events. Benefit #2. Benefit #3. Benefit #4.

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IHG Diversifies Workforce and Provides Opportunities for HBCU Students

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IHG is excited to work with HBCUs and train future professionals. Kathryn Shuford, corporate communications manager at IHG, stressed not only the moral importance to bolster career opportunities for underrepresented communities but also the financial benefit of a diverse staff. Business students, they may go into banking.

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Beware the Public Wi-Fi Network: 6 Ways to Practice Cybersecurity While Traveling

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It is typical to scroll through your phone while waiting for a flight or train,” he says. These are totally separate from your bank accounts, keeping them safe in the event of theft. If your phone allows you to change SIM cards, a trip to an airport or train station phone store is all you need. Use a Prepaid Card.

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Earth Month Mahalo

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Since 1999, Aloha Harvest has rescued 32,585,339 pounds of food from ending up in landfills, helping to feed local residents where one in six rely on food banks or food pantries for support. But the benefits to the community, and mother earth, doesn’t end there. Read More : Healthy World: Is Net-zero Enough?

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6 Surprising Things You May Not Know About Corporate Team Building

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Corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs combine the common elements of virtually all team building activities—collaboration, communication, leadership and problem solving—with charitable elements that benefit the local community. But it can actually benefit virtually everyone in the organization.

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New Report: IMEX 2022 Reached Net Zero Carbon Events Goals

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In addition to reducing waste, 249 pounds of excess food was donated to Three-Square Food Bank , a quantity that translated to about 208 meals for community members in need. More than $1,000 in financial resources were donated to The Shade Tree , providing safe shelter to homeless and abused women and children in crisis.

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Why Are Public and Private Stakeholders Investing in Foreign Tourism Projects?

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Less-Developed Countries’ Response Less developed countries are often aware of the benefits of FDI. The Sundarbans EcoGuide Training , which took place between September 14-21 (photo source: BECA) As the world is recovering from the pandemic, tourism FDI is returning to its pre-pandemic level.

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