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How To Prepare For A Career In Event Planning

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Traditionally, many event planners started their careers working in hospitality (as assistants at hotels, for example) and gradually moved into management. Curious to learn more about what degree or certificate to pursue and what soft skills to work on? Consider Applying For Event Planning Certificates.

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How DMCs Can Help You Manage the Unexpected

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How DMCs Can Help You Manage the Unexpected 13 December 2023 You’re probably already familiar with this popular phrase in the hospitality industry: expect the unexpected. Will travel routes be affected? Contracts : Are your contracts with venues and vendors solid? Do your vendors and venues have emergency plans?

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The Event Planning Gene

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Switching careers to discover your passion There is a near endless list of jobs in the world but some people were just born for events and hospitality. Maybe It’s in the Blood Although she was born to parents who worked in hotels, Natasha Pereira chose a different route on her way to the hospitality world.

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F&B Smart Moves in Big Sur, Seattle and More

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He holds master’s certification in hospitality management and administration from Cornell University and a WSET Level 2 certification. He will manage culinary programming and innovation at the property’s multiple culinary venues as well as in-room dining, the banquet kitchen and limited-edition dining experiences.

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The Survey Says: Meetings and Events are Thriving and Evolving

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Accor Survey: “Meeting Expectations: The Future of Meetings & Events” World-leading hospitality group Accor operates a diverse hospitality group of over 40 hotel brands, from luxury to economy. They offers experiences in over 110 countries with 5,500 properties, 10,000 food and beverage venues, wellness facilities and workspaces.

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Top 6 Event Planning Certifications To Boost Your Career

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In this blog post, we will take a look at seven of the best event planning certification programs available today. What Is Event Planning Certification and Why Do You Need It. Event Planning Certification is a certification that proves an event planner’s ability to complete event planning-related tasks.

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F&B Smart Moves in San Francisco, San Antonio and More

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Snyder has worked in the hospitality, food and beverage industries for 30 years and is an award-winning chef. He has over 10 years of hospitality experience. He holds a Level 1 Sommelier certification. He will oversee both the hotel’s and the club’s number of distinct dining venues.

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