Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Smart Meetings hosted Emily Scheiderer, senior director of education, sales and services at Destinations International (DI), Michelle Moore, senior director of meeting sales and services at Experience Kissimmee and Rory G. She goes on to explain the three E’s: Examine, engage and educate. To educate, look to post-event reporting.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 6, 2024

Offer Education : Include workshops or talks on wellness topics like stress management, healthy eating habits and the benefits of regular exercise. He has planned meetings, events and incentives for media, live entertainment, agency, association and corporate organizations.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Badges included QR codes that were scanned as attendees accessed the show floor and education sessions, helping organizers understand what was popular based on actual behavior. Attendee Benefits. Organizer/Sponsor Benefits. Environmental Benefits. Some on-demand printing was available.

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ADMEI

AUGUST 15, 2023

We are confident that this partnership between ADMEI and ILEA will allow the members of our organizations to significantly increase their knowledge base, access to resources, and networking potential,” said ADMEI President Lonise Carey. ADMEI is the premier resource for education, standards, and practices for DMCs from around the globe.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 13, 2022

A new Marriott fund will benefit historically underrepresented communities who want to open a hotel, offering financial support and educational opportunities. Even with a sufficient starting balance, a hotel may struggle to stay open without proper education and industry connections. Continued Support for Minorities by Marriott.

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All Conference Alert

AUGUST 24, 2023

The secret to success in the ever-changing field of education is to stay informed. The role of education conferences in shaping the future of learning cannot be overstated. Attending an education conference in 2024 is your gateway to broadening your horizons, learning new things, and laying the foundation for a prosperous career.

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ADMEI

OCTOBER 4, 2023

SITE is the only global association dedicated exclusively to the incentive travel industry while ADMEI is the pre-eminent global organization for Destination Management Companies – DMCs – whose role in the delivery of incentive travel experiences is seminal and indispensable.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 15, 2023

From finances to DEI and team building, 2023 was a year for support and education All of us at Smart Meetings and all of our contributors want to see each other thrive, which is why we frequently post strategy stories as a resource for all of us to learn from each other. Sun identified eight strengths that were commonly mentioned.

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ADMEI

MARCH 20, 2024

Reflections on ADMEI 2024 Annual Conference: “In the Zone” 20 March 2024 The 2024 ADMEI Annual Conference, aptly themed "In the Zone," delivered a powerful punch of education, networking, and industry insights for Destination Management Companies (DMCs) worldwide. Maximize your benefits. Want to delve deeper?

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Business Traveler USA

AUGUST 8, 2022

Astronomy elicits feelings of wonder and amazement,” says Sandra Benitez Herrera, a remote fellow for the Office of Astronomy for Development, an organization that promotes the use of stargazing for sustainable development. This boom in dark-sky retreats will make the mental-health benefits of stargazing even more widespread.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 22, 2022

The tourism industry can reach a community in a (literally) organic way! With a focus on environmental and sustainable industry practices for businesses and incentive destinations, IDEAS for Us provides education and resources to domestic and international cities to promote corporate responsibility doing their part for eco-friendly tourism.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

It provides employees with the opportunity to truly detach from work and connect and focus on whatever they desire–whether that’s travel, educational pursuits, philanthropy or simply just relaxing and resting. You have to use it for what it is for—disconnecting—or you won’t see the benefits,” she explained. “It

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Jack Macleod For the last 15-20 years, green meetings and organized gatherings aimed at minimizing negative impacts on the environment have been a concept, but in 2020, after the Covid-19 pandemic, they became a widespread topic in the events industry. Finally, implementing circularity can also benefit attendees.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The scholarship program gave recognition to individuals with less than 10 non-consecutive years of experience in healthcare design and construction, including research and/or education. The program tries to offer a broad spectrum of sessions that go beyond discussions about design challenges to larger issues facing healthcare organizations.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 13, 2023

She shared the benefits of the designation with Nguyen and, Nguyen says, sold her on the CMP Community and Conclave. From there, Nguyen was quick to pursue the educational path for herself. She remembers organizing an EAO FAM tour for about 30 executive administrators. Her first manager was also a CMP.

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Creative Group Inc

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

They educate, raise brand awareness, build relationships, expand reach and… generate leads! With technology, it’s easy to measure the many benefits of trade shows, and the return on investment grows greater when sponsorship dollars provide financial offset. Educational sessions. Trade shows are good for business. Networking.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

This multicultural event will be an interactive and educational experience to increase awareness and understanding of how cultural tourism is affecting the industry. Promoting the DMO’s DEI strategies and the POPS mission with business-to-business networking is a tangible way to work towards progress in the future.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 18, 2023

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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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

billion people with disabilities globally, organizations and events that don’t cater to them are not only risking backlash, but they’re also limiting their potential audience reach. Organizers may lack familiarity with the challenges faced by people with health conditions or impairments, resulting in a lack of necessary accommodations.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

billion people with disabilities globally, organizations and events that don’t cater to them are not only risking backlash, but they’re also limiting their potential audience reach. Organizers may lack familiarity with the challenges faced by people with health conditions or impairments, resulting in a lack of necessary accommodations.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The last thing event organizers want is to deal with traffic congestion, parking chaos and frustrated guests. In this article, we will explore the benefits of traffic control planning that helps to ensure a positive experience for all attendees. Use Proper Equipment Safe and compliant equipment is crucial to a successful event.

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ADMEI

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

How Corporate Events Impact Your Reputation as a Company 22 November 2023 You know your company culture inside and out, from familiarity with your own internal language to easily reciting the values your organization holds. But most consumers – and perhaps even some employees – don’t know your company the way you do.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 14, 2024

The Visionary Awards recognize business events professionals for their outstanding contributions to their organizations and the industry. Finalists and winners of the 2024 Visionary Awards gather on stage after the ceremony. The 2024 PCMA Foundation Visionary Awards were presented by Visit Austin and the Austin Convention Center.

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Conferences that Work

APRIL 29, 2024

Associations for casino security , veterinarians , voiceover coaches , independent gardening stores , makers , builders , attorneys , teachers and education , sports commissions , product managers , cybersecurity , transportation , and many other communities of interest are listed. That’s why I keep doing this work.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 5, 2023

How to choose between in-person, virtual and hybrid for your next event When Covid-19 lockdowns pushed the world into all-digital interactions, they presented event organizers with a gift: the opportunity to test digital-only event strategies. Now, however, we know that digital events can often far exceed the cost of in-person programs.

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Gavel International

AUGUST 16, 2022

Additionally, organizations are increasingly aware of the rising costs associated with low morale, decreased employee engagement, and high turnover. How does an organization stand out in a crowd and attract top performers when the job market is rapidly evolving? OFFER COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION & BENEFITS.

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Traveler's Q

APRIL 4, 2024

This level of logistical support reduces the stress on event organizers and enhances the overall attendee experience, making events more enjoyable and engaging. This involves recognizing AI’s potential for your events, educating your team on the benefits, and researching providers specializing in AI event management tools.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 29, 2024

Meeting professionals spend months and sometimes years designing events that are engaging, inspiring and educational. The organization is headquartered in Phoenix, runs 80 centers in major U.S. Even a successful event can benefit from tweaks and iterations to minimize effort and enhance impact.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

It was established by the United Nations in 1980 to commemorate the same day in 1970 when the UNWTO (United Nations World Tourism Organization) Statues were adopted. Tourism Makes the World Go Round Meeting planners are no stranger to tourism and the positive benefits it can have on the economies of the destinations we visit.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Proceeds benefitted Massachusetts Association for Mental Health ($81,896.02) and the Above and Beyond Foundation (two $3,000 grants and an additional $19,000 donated). “We The 21st annual Silent Auction raised $106,896.02, surpassing the previous record set in 2019 by $6,114.02. Learn Tips for Difficult Conversations from FICP22.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

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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MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

In 2022, the Events Industry Council launched the Sustainable Event Professional Certificate online course, aimed at meeting planners and suppliers interested in improving the sustainability and social-impact efforts of their organizations and the business events they organize. had earned their SEPC.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

If that is the case for your attendees, here is a checklist of things to look for from a venue and the benefits of traveling this way. Ensure the caregivers work for licensed organizations. The parent gets the education they need, while the family enjoys what they want. — For some, the solution may be to bring the family along.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

One of the simplest ways to do so is by employing a local organized walking tour. As Luan’s organization grew, he began to hire tour guides around New York City: a professional actor would lead tours of Broadway; a 9/11 tour would be led by a person who witnessed that devastating day. I can ask, ‘Should I stay away from here?

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 23, 2023

In this rustic courtyard, guests will immerse themselves in Thai culture and have an experiential education on planting herbs, harvesting produce and bathing the water buffalo in a ritual performed by multiple generations.

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

In-kind sponsorships can help companies showcase their products or services and build relationships with event organizers and attendees. Here are some tips for navigating sponsorship ethics: Conduct due diligence and research the event: Before committing to sponsor an event, research its organizers, history, and values.

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Solimar International

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Sustainable Tourism Certification: Steps and Benefits In this modern era, where responsible travel is becoming more popular, the way we travel is changing significantly. The specific criteria for sustainable certification can vary widely depending on the organization or body that administers the program.

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