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DMA West: Going Viral, What’s Trending and Crisis Communication

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After a year marked by fire, flood and tragedy , the overall tone of Destination Marketing Association of the West ’s Education Summit 2018 was light, inspiring—even funny. Here are takeaways every meeting professional can benefit from. Crisis Communication. If you didn’t know, now you do.). Shawna Suckow. Reward them.

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Navigating Cultural Differences: Effective Strategies for Managing Guests in a Foreign Destination

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DMCs are seasoned professionals who have extensive knowledge of the local culture, traditions, and customs. In this article, we will explore the benefits of utilizing a DMC to manage guests in a foreign location. A destination management company (DMC) can help you in creating a memorable and seamless experience for your guests.

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Lessons for Meeting Profs from MGM Resorts’ Sabbatical Policy

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The Science Behind the Break Stephanie Glanzer The program, which rolled out in 2022 following an intense couple of years navigating the pandemic, is part of a cultural journey at MGM Resorts to provide employees with the one thing that can never be replaced—time. The aha moments went beyond the benefits of six weeks away.

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6 Ways to Change Your Work Culture

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6 Ways to Change Your Work Culture. For organizations seeking to become more agile and innovative, culture change is often a must. But culture change can’t be achieved through a mandate. According to PwC, 43% of CHROs plan to focus on reinforcing corporate values to maintain or improve culture.

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Lessons Learned from MPI WEC in Mexico

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What to consider when planning an event at an all-inclusive resort Meeting Professionals International (MPI) CEO Paul VanDeventer likes to say that when planning the association’s World Education Congress (WEC), MPI takes chances so members don’t have to take on the risk. That format brought its own set of challenges and benefits.

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MPI NCC ACE: Less Trade Show; More Idea Exchanges

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Oakland event prioritized DEIB education MPI Northern California Chapter’s Annual Conference Experience moved to Oakland Marriott City Center from its traditional home in San Francisco this week with a new format. Read More : Educational Support Elevates DEI and Could Alleviate Staffing Issues “This is a business issue,” DeShields said.

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No More Detours: How Traffic Management Keeps Your Special Event on Schedule

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In this article, we will explore the benefits of traffic control planning that helps to ensure a positive experience for all attendees. Laws governing public and private roads are extremely complex, meaning traffic control specialists must receive ongoing training and education to remain compliant with these regulations.