Smart Meetings

MAY 18, 2023

Tips for expressing appreciation from a former monk What does it mean to have a mindful culture in the workplace? It’s vital to create a mindful workplace culture where employees are encouraged to appreciate the contributions and positive qualities of each other. A paycheck is good, but it’s not always enough.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

In the face of doubt, however, business travel has emerged with critical and pivotal strategies for recovery in its pocket and a renaissance of travel in its sights, as evidenced by American Express Global Business Travel (GBT)’s white paper, “ Why Business Travel Is the Center of the New Company Culture.” The Great Reprioritization.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

But the Marriott management team understands that to ensure meeting professionals, attendees and leisure travelers have the most positive experience possible, that bell person needs to be immersed in the culture of the 95-year-old company. Meeting planners don’t work 9-5. A Matter of Culture. Rehires are up 10%.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Avoiding wellness washing and incorporating holistic well-being into meetings Wellness is on every planner’s mind these days—with it, come concerns of “wellness washing.” A group of professionals with expertise in wellness—its nuances, scope and impact—gathered for a recent Smart Meetings webinar, “How to Avoid Wellness Washing.”

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 13, 2023

To explore this further, Smart Meetings sat down with Michelle Mason, president and CEO of ASAE , to learn how meeting professionals can bring members together in more meaningful ways and what the next generation of convention attendees want in their experience. Meeting Professionals and AI Is AI coming for our jobs?

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The Science Behind the Break Stephanie Glanzer The program, which rolled out in 2022 following an intense couple of years navigating the pandemic, is part of a cultural journey at MGM Resorts to provide employees with the one thing that can never be replaced—time. That is an insight busy meeting professionals can embrace.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 3, 2024

Unique International Destinations for Meetings Small and Large Meetings are something to get excited about. When that meeting is taking place in a sought-after destination, that excitement goes through the roof. of meeting spaces have all been re-designed, and 269 guest rooms and 45 suites have been fully refurbished.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Experts offer tips and ideas for meeting professionals As the year slowly comes to a close, many financial and insurance meeting planners may be thinking about what they should be keeping on their radar. They want to feel as though they have a role in choosing their own meetings journey.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Around 1,500 cultural heritage experts from around the world are set to meet in Sydney for the General Assembly of the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS GA2023) in September 2023, marking the first time the event is held in Australia or the Pacific region.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Workplace culture can sometimes lead us to believe that these harmful states are simply the price we pay for a lucrative or successful work life. The time has come for us to take proactive steps to address these challenges in the corporate meeting space. What if I told you this was a false dichotomy?

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 17, 2024

Sparkling beaches, rich culture and enticing cuisine await All across Mexico, new and renovated resorts offer an unforgettable atmosphere for a flawless destination meeting. In Mexico City, history, art and culture converge for an experience filled with fascination.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 19, 2022

Capitalize on the city’s unique authenticity to make your meeting memorable. Start with “The Crescent City’s” cultural experiences. Meeting spaces are filled with new flavors inspired by family traditions from well-known eateries that spark networking around the table. New Orleans is Built to Host.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

At Muir, Autograph Collection , an oceanfront property in Halifax, Canada, planners who are seeking a unique and memorable setting for their event can book meeting spaces with 360-degree water views, or even rent the hotel’s 36-foot private yacht. W Philadelphia , which offers more than 45,000 sq.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Breaking down the company’s recent sustainability strategy International exhibition and convention center ExCel London is a carbon-neutral venue and an advocate for the path towards green meetings. ExCel plans to hold a minimum of 12 meetings with local stakeholders annually to support crime reduction. At over 100,000 sq.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Meeting professionals understand that travel brings people together. Destinations International , the association for Destination Marketing Organizations, is teaming up with research firms iolite group , Brand USA and Miles Partnership to determine the impact of cultural exchange on destination planning and travel.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2022

Smart Meetings was in attendance and brought back this report on how to blend the richness of a destination into the agenda for a meaningful event. Read More : Meetings Venues for Music Lovers; Hybrid-Friendly Outdoor Options. A Personal Mission. Housing fills the 400,000 sq. on the upper floors.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Thomas immersed meeting professionals in luxury When top incentive meeting professionals gather in the U.S. Virgin Islands for a Smart Meetings Extraordinary Experience, of course, they are going to start with an update about the latest trends in motivating performers, engage in some pirate-themed fun and tour five-star properties.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

6 tips for a smooth European event from an international DMC expert If it seems to you everyone is taking their incentive meeting to Europe this year, you are not alone. But the country is a treasure trove of cultural experiences. The post How to Host a Brava Meeting in Italy appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

And while predictions of a hybrid future don’t seem to reflect our current reality, a shift to virtual for some events can lead to a scramble for personnel who know how to manage the nuances of streaming meetings. Allowing meeting professionals to maintain their productivity and find balance helps the planner and companies reach their goals.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 27, 2023

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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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Meeting attendees enjoy lunch on the Huntington Place Outdoor Riverview Terrace. When meeting attendees gather in Detroit, they do more than just visit. They’re welcomed into the city’s social and cultural fabric, participating in a diverse community buzzing with spirit. Photo courtesy of Huntington Place. The Charles H.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 6, 2022

The post The world’s most cultural cities for business meetings and events appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Company culture is also created when having shared experiences with colleagues, like when exploring a new city and deepening your appreciation and understanding of the world, together.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 6, 2023

Meet in these states to connect with the past As meeting professionals choose destinations for meetings and events, there is always the pressure to do something new, innovative, never seen before, etc. Go further back in time in New Mexico and walk in the footsteps of the Mogollon culture and tour the Gila Cliff Dwellings.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Accor Survey: “Meeting Expectations: The Future of Meetings & Events” World-leading hospitality group Accor operates a diverse hospitality group of over 40 hotel brands, from luxury to economy. Sophie Hulgard, Chief Sales Officer at Accor, says, “The total global meetings industry worldwide is forecast to be worth $1.78

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Smart Meetings Extraordinary Experience focused on setting and reaching event goals When some of the most productive meeting professionals in the world meet in majestic The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa in Tucson for three days of education, inspiration and networking, the experience has to be over the top. “We

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 14, 2023

Toronto has a progressive culture, a thriving business environment and a wide selection of venues for meetings and conventions. A multicultural city proud of its inclusive spirit, thriving business community and state-of-the-art venues, Toronto is an ideal, easily accessible location for meetings and conventions.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 5, 2023

She spoke with Smart Meetings to give insight on how important the partnerships with government agencies and local nonprofits were to restaff Sheraton and provide resources and opportunities to refugees from Afghanistan. The post Hospitality and Humanity Meet to Solve Hotel Staffing Crisis appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Here are a few tips from the meeting concierges at Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa to make it easier for people to have casual collisions at your next Hawaiian meeting. When on island, why not try some of the traditional native Hawaiian cultural activities rooted in the feeling of Aloha or welcome? Run and Jump.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018

In a city known for our world-renowned celebrations, distinct music, art and delectable cuisine, Hyatt Regency New Orleans is the premier hotel destination hosting some of the Crescent City’s most prestigious meetings and events. With access to local attractions and events, conference attendees are able to think beyond the meeting room.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

From scenic mountain views to unmatched venue options, GOCAL is the perfect meeting hub to host your next gathering, big or small. Convenient Accessibility: One of the most significant advantages of choosing GOCAL for your meeting is its exceptional accessibility. Ready to plan your next meeting in GOCAL? It’s GO time!

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 16, 2023

While a lot of those tropes are stereotypes, the Irish love of storytelling is not and it’s a concept that meeting planners can embrace and learn from. In Irish culture, the storyteller is called a seanchaí which means “bearer of old lore.” For more information on meeting in Ireland: meetinireland.com , tourismireland.com.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 28, 2023

. — and among the fastest-growing metropolises — Fort Worth offers one of the most convenient meeting packages in the country. But if originality is top of mind, they need look no further than Fort Worth, Texas, a city where the cowboy way of life meets modern culture in all the best ways possible.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 22, 2024

As the importance of wellness offerings in meetings and events continues to rise, so does the expectation from attendees. By continuing to design meetings with purpose and intentionality, we can discover the many opportunities all around us to elevate wellness in meetings in a new and fresh way.

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inVOYAGE

OCTOBER 11, 2023

One powerful way to deliver on these shifting expectations is with a hands-on workshop that gives top performers the chance to be immersed in local cultures. One of the reasons why I love what I do is that I get to meet new people and empower them through sewing,” Stephanie said.

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Travel Daily Media

JULY 30, 2023

The post Experience the World Culture Festival in Washington, DC appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. 1) The celebration is free to attend on the National Mall The World Culture Festival has taken place just three times before (the last was in 2016 in New Delhi), making the event’s presence in DC all the more spectacular.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 3, 2022

“We understand the importance of connection; we understand the importance of culture,” said David Peckinpaugh, Maritz president and CEO, reflecting on meetings’ return to F2F (face-to-face) amid dawning young talent during our Smart Chat Live! last week, “How to Nurture the Next Generation of Meeting Professionals.”.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Even as in-person meetings continue to reemerge with a vengeance, virtual meetings have taken a primary position in the event professional toolbox. Yes, hybrid meetings are more complicated and costly, but virtual is here to stay without a doubt,” he said. Then omicron and the culture wars hit. “We The Back-up Plan.

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