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People on the Move

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She has served as director of finance and human resources for a decade and has been instrumental in overseeing numerous vender contracts as well as elevating the bureau’s budgeting, financial reporting, and human resources functions.

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Hospitality Strike Votes Could Increase with Arrival of High-Tech Hotels, Minimum Wage Increases

Smart Meetings

The union’s members voted August 15 to walk off the job at month’s end if a new contract deal isn’t reached. Although employees in the city did vote to authorize a strike, this is a common tactic in the course of contract negotiations and does not mean that employees will actually strike,” the spokesperson noted. An August 31 Deadline.

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40 Outstanding Event Industry Blogs to Follow

Endless Events

You’ll find helpful info on a range of topics from staging inspiration and productivity advice through to real-world assistance in getting the most out of your AV contracts. Gallus Events are UK-based event consultants with an event management blog. Velvet Chainsaw Consulting. Gallus Events. All about event tech. Meetingsnet.

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Inside WorldatWork’s Speaker Coaching Program

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When Courtney Mesmer, CMP, DES, CES, became vice president, events, at the human resources organization WorldatWork®Total Rewards Association two years ago, her primary assignment was to modernize the organization’s annual meeting. Even if you’re a senior speaker, there are new things you can learn,” Mesmer said.

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The Top 12 Event Planning Certifications

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CIC recommends that those interested first consult the CMP International Standards document , and then focus on studying the areas outlined that planners are least familiar with. How To Become CMP Certified: The exam covers a range of event industry topics, from strategic planning, to site management, to event design and marketing.

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Top 12 Event Planning Certifications You Need To Propel Your Career

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CIC recommends that those interested first consult the CMP International Standards document and then focus on studying the areas that planners are least familiar with. How To Become CMP Certified The exam covers various event industry topics, from strategic planning to site management, to event design and marketing. Learn more: CPCE 4.