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3 Big Ideas from DMA West’s Education Summit

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AI, inclusive travel and an engaged workforce were top of mind in Lake Tahoe DMA West took to the new Tahoe Blue Event Center in Stateline, Nevada, this October for its 2023 Education Summit & Vendor Showcase. The event brought together 42 DMOs and 19 vendors, including Smart Meetings. Culture is all about shared norms.

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Hosting at Hispanic Cultural Centers

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How culture and history elevate events Celebrating cultural heritage, whether one’s own or that of others, is an engaging method to provoke thought and inspiration in attendees at events hosted at venues focused on celebrating various backgrounds. Capitol Cultural Resources The Mexican Cultural Institute of Washington, D.C. ,

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What to Expect at Cvent Connect 2024 in San Antonio

Smart Meetings

A Citywide With a Purpose While the emphasis will be once again on empowering attendees with education about how to manage events more efficiently, it will roll out against the backdrop of a city steeped in deep cultural and historic heritage and a fun San Antonio Riverwalk option for getting out and about.

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Why is DEI Critical to the Hospitality Industry?

Smart Meetings

Participating in this two-year process exposed me to fellow services professionals who seek to make change through the inclusivity movement while connecting with various cultures from our respective communities at large. DEI impacts the hospitality industry with the three pillars: education, inclusive marketing and supplier diversity.”

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How Vendor Relationships Rooted in Shared Goals Lead to Success

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For many associations, vendor relationships are valuable in augmenting staff resources, making technological advances, and even generating financial gain. Meanwhile, the American Urological Association (AUA) found value in a similar fashion, according to Janet Skorepa, executive vice president of education and meetings at AUA.

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How Corporate Events Impact Your Reputation as a Company

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How Corporate Events Impact Your Reputation as a Company 22 November 2023 You know your company culture inside and out, from familiarity with your own internal language to easily reciting the values your organization holds. When check-in lines are long and slow, itineraries are confusing, or vendors are understaffed, guests take note.

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United by Passion: Female Hospitality Leaders Lift Everyone Up

Smart Meetings

Miraval’s Wellbeing Retreats foster a culture centered on wellbeing and self-care and provide an environment that enhances leadership skills and empowers individuals to thrive personally and professionally.” Whether guests, employees, vendor partners, or friends; I do my best to show genuine hospitality.