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How to Harness the Power of Native American Cultural Centers

Smart Meetings

From Palm Springs to Albuquerque, venues celebrate First Nation people When the tides of history recede, the cultural energy in some regions remains palpable. Thanks to some exciting new spaces opening across the country, meeting planners can host events at cultural centers that provide educational experiences that will have a lasting impact.

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For a Welcoming Event, Cultural Sensitivity Is Essential

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Producing meetings and events that build a sense of belonging among employees is important to Catherine Nelson, director of project management at Yes& Companies, which manages hotels, restaurants, and other retail brands. One essential, she says, is to be sensitive to the values and cultural norms of her diverse attendees.

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Discover Dynamic Dining and Cultural Attractions Just Steps Away from the Tampa Convention Center

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When meeting attendees step outside the waterfront Tampa Convention Center, they’ll find themselves in the heart of Tampa Bay’s dynamic entertainment, dining and cultural scene. The convention center occupies a prime location on the Tampa Riverwalk —the 2.6-mile Water Street Tampa is the place where everything in Tampa converges.

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New and Renovated: Redesigning Luxury

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Artistic New Hotels Open Across the Globe at the Intersection of Destination and Hospitality Picture it: a luxurious hotel in a stunning destination boasting vibrant culture, mouth-watering local cuisine and all the amenities and facilities a guest could want. Seems to have it all, right? The COMO Shambhala wellness center offers a 9,000 sq.

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Engaging & Recognizing Retail Workers That Deliver the Immersive Experience Consumers Today Demand

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Engaging & Recognizing Retail Workers That Deliver the Immersive Experience Consumers Today Demand. As consumers, we also have had a shift in our expectations on how retailers ought to support our new demand for buying differently—more options, greater safety measures and enhanced in-store experiences (if we shop in-store at all).

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Immersive Meetings at The Smithsonian

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Experiencing Afrofuturism Created through an act of Congress passed in 2003, the National Museum of African American History and Culture and is home to over 40,000 artifacts that document and celebrate the contributions made by African Americans. Mellon Director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

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Get Excited for the Biggest Hotel Brand Openings of 2024

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The property stands on Naples’ unofficial main street with a wealth of shopping, dining, cultural arts and entertainment options. It is also directly connected to Georgia World Congress Center via a pedestrian walkway and is located adjacent to venues such as Mercedez-Benz Stadium and State Farm Arena.

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