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5 Major Wellness Trends for Meeting Planners to Know Now

Smart Meetings

From what products to put in gift bags and what type of resort to choose, to what experiences groups can enjoy together to maximize wellness, these trends are what spa, resort and wellness pros are talking about now. These trends have relevance for planners in a variety of ways. Next on the horizon: medical marijuana treatments.

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Meeting Spaces Work to Keep the Earth Clean and Green

Smart Meetings

Food sustainability, clean oceans and repurposed rainwater Compared to the largely unexplored universe we inhabit; our little blue and green shimmering marble is small. Sustainably, Seattle Seattle, Washington, has always been a progressive leader in sustainability and environmental mindfulness. The Summit totals 563,770 sq.

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Living Building Challenge Certification for Homeowners: Pros and Cons

Redfin

As sustainable technologies develop alongside people’s desires to live more sustainably, people have begun turning to their homes to reduce their carbon footprints , But have you ever wondered if you could build a home that wasn’t just ‘less bad’, but instead actually restored the environment around it? But what is it?

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10 Budget Friendly Sustainable Practices for Tourism Businesses

Tourism eSchool

Home 10 Budget Friendly Eco Practices for Tourism Businesses By Nic Cooper, Regenerative Tourism Specialist Published on February 8, 2023 Many businesses have the perception that you can have profits or sustainability, but not both. Or that being a sustainable business costs more.

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Portland’s Most Livable City Designation Reflects Steps to Ensure Public Safety

Smart Meetings

Another aspect of the Oregon Convention Center that sets is apart is its commitment to sustainability, which first kicked off in 2004 and was the first employee-led campaign for energy efficiency. In 2021, Bollinger family acquired Ponzi Vineyards with the goal of the continued production of high-quality pinot noir and chardonnay.

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20 Bright Ideas for Personalizing Attendee Experiences

Convene by PCMA

Many years ago, her company instituted a sustainability program for the National Bakery Association, which, she said, “went okay, but we didn’t have near the level of participation that we had hoped. Lounges also can include dedicated areas for panel discussions and other gatherings. Offer private meeting rooms at your show.

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5 New Briefs from the Events Industry Council

MeetingsNet

In conjunction with a survey, which is just being launched, the insights from the analysis will guide an update of what will be expected for CMP certification, said Cathy Breden, CMP-F, CAE, CEM, CEO for the Center for Exhibition Industry Research and COO of the International Association of Exhibitions and Events. Jason Dunn, Sr.,