Blue Spark Event Design

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

The Client: An international skincare and makeup company with one internal meeting planner and a small support team who’s daily tasks focused not only on events, but also social media and public relations for the entire company. Client Praise: This executive retreat was truly a great success!

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Endless Events

JUNE 8, 2018

Business and event planners around the globe are raving about this year’s C2 Montreal conference. There were over 6,000 participants that attended the C2 Montreal event this year and although the 2018 event was at the end of May, the groundbreaking is already planning for the 2019 conference with the theme of tomorrow.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Fairfax County, Virginia is the ideal place to hold your next meeting, conference, convention, or special event. 60 of these properties are meeting hotels that offer a variety of space layouts that can accommodate your convention and conference groups. Our proximity to Washington, D.C. , Reason #3: We’ve got meeting space galore.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 11, 2023

Meeting planners who seek to maintain the morale of their team may research local team-building activities to boost the energy and mood of their group. Home Runs in Katy, Texas For planners who find themselves near Katy, Texas, may want to check out Home Run Dugout.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Here are our suggested lead times for various types of events: Large-scale events (like conferences and trade shows): 9-18 months in advance. Medium-scale events (such as company retreats and client dinners): 4-6 months ahead. Small-scale events (including team-building activities and smaller client dinners): 1-3 months prior.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 28, 2021

Meeting planners are telling us they are seeking authentic, immersive experiences that are designed to help groups strengthen interpersonal relationships, as well as support the culture of each organization,” he reported. As part of this increase in business, he has seen a new trend: “Meetings aren’t always about the ‘meeting’ anymore.”

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 10, 2024

From corporate retreats to executive summits, and intimate workshops to milestone celebrations, every event at the hotel promises to be an unforgettable affair, no matter the size. These luxurious Cottages and Villas provide a sense of retreat, with intimate event venues, ocean-view dining, and signature recreation all within reach.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 10, 2024

From corporate retreats to executive summits, and intimate workshops to milestone celebrations, every event at the hotel promises to be an unforgettable affair, no matter the size. These luxurious Cottages and Villas provide a sense of retreat, with intimate event venues, ocean-view dining, and signature recreation all within reach.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

The scene is set for groups large or small and is a dream come true for planners seeking to create a memorable and productive experience for attendees. The Heritage catering team provides planners with customized menus to fit group needs and themes. Arriving at St. George Regional Airport. Direct flights to St.

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 23, 2024

Renowned for its commitment to excellence in the hospitality sector, ONYX Hospitality Group offers a diverse range of properties with spaces tailored to meet the needs of a diverse range of corporate events, conferences, and exhibitions.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Read More: 3 Mindfulness Mantras for Busy Planners At the time, I had approached these challenges as my personal issue—something to be endured as endemic to the career I’d chosen. Meeting planners can provide dedicated spaces for meditation or relaxation, offering attendees a sanctuary to decompress and recharge.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

The role of the travel manager has expanded, and with it, the role of the planner. Actionable Takeaways for Organizations and Planners. For instance, Salesforce introduced Trailblazer Ranch this February, a wooded California retreat designed to be an off-site for company gatherings.

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Endless Events

MAY 10, 2021

.” Starlink In Events: Benefits For Event Planners. As an event planner, you could have this and throw it in the trunk. And then, when we do a wedding out in the middle of the desert, which people apparently love to do in Arizona, event planners now have internet available for their clients. Will is on a roll.

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inVOYAGE

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Join the inVOYAGE retreat as we take 100 of the top luxury brands to Rosewood Villa Magna, to network under one roof in a truly spectacular, luxury incentive showcase. Join the inVOYAGE retreat as we take 100 of the top luxury brands to Rosewood Villa Magna, to network under one roof in a truly spectacular, luxury incentive showcase.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Until January of this year, Martin was partner events manager for RingCentral, and before that, she was senior meeting manager for National Conference of State Legislatures, both in Denver. Palmaïa–the House of AïA , Riviera Maya’s beachfront wellness retreat in Mexico, appointed Laahanen as its general manager. Stacey Kokosinski.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 7, 2021

While many people may be most familiar with keynote speeches or keynote addresses from graduations or other similar ceremonies, event planners commonly employ these speeches to headline conferences, company retreats, wellness retreats, and other large events. Better events by design. Get Started Free.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 20, 2023

That’s good news for planners looking to pair the reliable draw of spa, resort and golf attractions with the proximity to the lively art, culture, food and beverage found in and around downtown. The scenic retreat promises 20,000 square feet of event space, plus one of the largest resort swimming pools in North America at 400 feet.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 22, 2024

A private group of investors has purchased Crotonville, General Electric’s management-training facility for nearly 70 years, for $22 million and will operate the suburban New York venue as a conference center—which means that business groups can meet in the same spaces that legendary GE CEO Jack Welch educated his management teams.

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MeetingsNet

MAY 24, 2022

A recent judges’ association conference in New York wound up with a nearly 30-percent rate of Covid infection among attendees. From May 9 to 12, about 70 judges attended an annual three-day retreat held by the New York City Criminal Court Judges Association at a Long Island resort.

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inVOYAGE

APRIL 24, 2024

From spacious conference halls to intimate meeting rooms and outdoor terraces with panoramic views, you’re sure to find a space, perfect for your next corporate event. 5* Events are no stranger to the Mandarin Oriental Palace Lucerne and with the stunning backdrop of Lake Lucerne, any celebration is sure to go off with a bang.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Guests can visit the Union Square Holiday Market, ice skate at Rockefeller Ice Rink or retreat in the warmth of a Broadway musical. A few blocks from Centennial Olympic Park, Hyatt Regency Atlanta offers event planners 181,173 sq. Louis Exclusive Conference Center and 1,400-seat Ferrara Theatre.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 12, 2021

D iscover a mix of unique venues – and unique advantages for planners and attendees – in this scenic and inspiring setting, just 25 miles west of Washington, DC. Resorts & Conference Centers. For groups looking to branch out and meet face-to-face, Loudoun offers a fresh take on meetings. Historic Estate Gardens.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 12, 2021

D iscover a mix of unique venues – and unique advantages for planners and attendees – in this scenic and inspiring setting, just 25 miles west of Washington, DC. Resorts & Conference Centers. For groups looking to branch out and meet face-to-face, Loudoun offers a fresh take on meetings. Historic Estate Gardens.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 1, 2024

When prospective attendees are pondering whether to register for a conference, many of them are doing more than reviewing the educational session lineup — they’re also browsing the list of attractions and adventures they can add to their personal itineraries.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

From CBD wellness retreats to cannabis at HR conferences, events are experiences that can benefit from intentional design with cannabis in mind. Next, Nick wants to know if there are any events where cannabis might help planners achieve a specific objective. Bud’ if one thing is clear, cannabis is here to stay.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 29, 2018

The role of the corporate event planner today is more important than ever?—?shifting Brought to you by: The role of the corporate event planner today is more important than ever — shifting from a focus on procurement, planning, and logistics to becoming a key orchestrator of unique and memorable experiences.

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inVOYAGE

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Event planners can make the most of its private beach for exclusive dinners under the stars, offering attendees a true taste of Omani coastal charm or elevate the experience by arranging a traditional Omani music performance. The hotel's contemporary grandeur and versatile facilities make it well-suited for luxury events and conferences.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 28, 2023

In this role, she will focus on expanding niche markets such as the aviation and medical industries to promote Bentonville as an excellent conference and convention destination. He has previously served as resort manager of the wellness retreat at Sensei Lanai.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 4, 2022

She has previously been executive director of Sumba Hospitality Foundation in Indonesia, F&B manager for Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, conference services manager for Riviera Palm Springs and more. Bruggemans was most recently an adjunct faculty member in the Hospitality Management Program at California State University, San Bernardino.

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Blue Spark Event Design

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

It can be overwhelming to planners when the executive team says, “Find the best location for our next event (insert also conference, incentive trip, board retreat, etc.)!”. As a planner, help your company determine the success by crafting event goals. Golf – Golf can be a great activity for a board retreat.

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Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2023

Whether planners find themselves forced to work with difficult personalities, try to juggle juxtaposing requests, fix event planning mistakes, or balance dozens of last-minute event changes, event planners have plenty of reasons to feel stressed. Are there other events, conferences, or retreats taking place?

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 28, 2023

Every member is determined to help planners craft an exceptional MICE experience and assist MICE travelers to have a magic MICE journey under the new TCEB campaign called “Thailand MICE to Meet You Year 2023”. In 2024, the capital city of Thailand will be hosting Global Spine Congress and Money 20/20, the world’s fintech conference.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 8, 2018

The historic 150-year-old mansion, which is undergoing renovations, and conference center were not damaged. All visitors and staff members were safely evacuated in 15 minutes, but Robertson learned valuable lessons she would like to share with planners. In the Words Of A Planner. Silverado has 340 guest rooms and 25,000 sq.

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ADMEI

OCTOBER 4, 2023

As an event planner, you’re the expert in this craft —yet it could benefit you greatly to have a local ally who is the expert in your selected destination. A DMC is essential if you’re planning a conference, corporate retreat, incentive program, or any large out-of-town event.

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inVOYAGE

MARCH 28, 2024

From international conferences and trade shows to team-building retreats and incentive trips, the city's dynamic energy sets the stage for unforgettable experiences. Not to mention it’s bustling capital Colombo that offers convenience, modern infrastructure, and the best event venues across the island.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 4, 2022

For the many international associations that have chosen Melbourne for their conference, it’s often said access to the city’s world-leading research institutes and connections to academics, enables powerful knowledge sharing at their event and significantly contributed to breakthrough legacies that help shape the future of their industry.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 23, 2022

What meeting planners may be pleased to discover is Asheville’s potential for hosting eventful gatherings. Executives and meetings professionals in search of locations to hold meetings, executive retreats, conferences, and incentive trips will be inspired by Asheville’s spirit, scenic beauty, and fresh mountain air.”.

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