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Business Travel Strikes Back, A New Company Culture Dawns

Smart Meetings

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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Le Bon Appetit Fundraiser Steeped in Memphis Food, Music and Restoration Culture

Smart Meetings

Chef Kelly English , owner of award-winning Memphis restaurants Iris, Second Line, Fino’s, Panta and Magnolia House, hosted the fourth bi-annual event at Crosstown Concourse (more later on the venue). For such a meaningful event, the venue had to be just as poignant. Housing fills the 400,000 sq. on the upper floors.

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Navigating Cultural Differences: Effective Strategies for Managing Guests in a Foreign Destination

Traveler's Q

DMCs are seasoned professionals who have extensive knowledge of the local culture, traditions, and customs. First, consider where the hotel is located in relation to your event venue and other points of interest – a convenient location can save your guests time and minimize travel expenses.

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Contingency Plans Save the Day for Events, Again and Again

Smart Meetings

Hargrove sets an example for planning events that go off without a hitch through their government shutdown contingency plan After the venue booking, event design, attendee lists, emails, emails and more emails, your event is all ready to go—finally! Hargrove, however, was prepared with a swift response. 29 to Oct 1.

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The 2024 Guide for Financial and Insurance Meetings

Smart Meetings

– Katrina Kent, CMP, CMM, vice president of Meetings Management and Event Strategy at Liberty Mutual Insurance Read More : Unlocking the Secrets of a Corporate Planner Developing Team Time and Culture As many offices still utilize a hybrid working arrangement, inter-office interactions among colleagues can be few and far between. “It’s

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An Event Planner's Guide to Madrid: Where Business, Culture and Gastronomy Collide

inVOYAGE

Take a look behind the scenes and enjoy a taste of what’s to come as we head to Spain’s most vibrant and cosmopolitan city where Business, Culture and Gastronomy collide. Luxury Venues Flamenco de Leones Experience the essence of Madrid's singing cafés at Flamenco de Leones. inVOYAGE is headed to Madrid!

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No More Detours: How Traffic Management Keeps Your Special Event on Schedule

Smart Meetings

Understanding the accessibility of the venue is crucial. Read More : Event Safety PSA: Failing to Prepare Could Cost You If this crucial step is put off, things can quickly go awry when details change. In this role, Seth is responsible for strategic operational leadership and promoting a strong safety and compliance culture.