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4 Benefits of Belonging to Your Industry’s Association

ADMEI

Most industries have associations and organizations that do just that: provide community and belonging, offer training and support, and strive to improve industry conditions and culture. Continuing Education and Innovation When you join an association, you’re getting so much more than a social network.

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CMP Spotlight: Get to Know Heike Mahmoud, CMP

Smart Meetings

One session introduced the CMP certification. Professional Life Even before earning her CMP, Mahmoud was deeply involved in her professional education. The CMP certification has greatly promoted and shaped my professional development,” she says. That was the moment I decided, the CMP I want, the CMP I must have!” she recalls.

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

Smart Meetings

Hire Trained Professionals While some events use volunteers for traffic control, there are plenty of reasons to hire professionals for the job. 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.

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A Master’s in Meetings and Events Gives New Meaning to Emotional Intelligence

Smart Meetings

Editor’s Note : Smart Meetings reached out to San Diego State University alumnus Anthony Bollotta to discuss the benefits of furthering your career via education. . The training has proven extremely applicable, but if the last few years have taught us anything, it’s how fast paradigm shifts can occur.

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New Orleans Celebrated GMID by Illustrating Why Meetings Matter 

Smart Meetings

Read More: New Orleans: Cultural Collaboration in The Big Easy Sustainability and walkability is an important deciding factor when Parr is sourcing, but she is not necessarily looking for the most sustainable city, she said. Morial Convention Center achieved Gold LEED certification and has hired an employee dedicated to sustainable practices.

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The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) publishes new GSTC MICE Criteria

Travel Daily Media

The Criteria are used for education and awareness-raising, policy-making for businesses, organizations and government agencies, measurement and evaluation, and as a basis for certification. The GSTC Criteria serve as the global standards for sustainability in travel and tourism.

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Caesars’ New Event Design Partner Emphasizes Personal Engagement

Smart Meetings

Sure, Caesars Entertainment was drawn to Event Design Collective ’s expertise and worldwide success in establishing a partnership that will offer a free certificate program to 1,000 meeting professionals and Caesar’s team members. Currently, there are 7,500 users worldwide, 1,200 trained users and 150 Certified Event Designers.