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Pain Point Number 1: Rising Costs

MeetingsNet

If higher costs are your challenge when executing events, one thing is for sure: You’re not alone. The latest meeting planner survey from Global Event Planners, the network of independent destination management companies, found that higher costs was a top challenge for 70 percent of the 200 planners surveyed.

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Killing It! Event-Related Companies on the Fast Track

MeetingsNet

1,365: Access This is the fifth time since 2013 that the San Diego-based, women-owned destination management company has made the Inc. 3,206: JR Global Events The woman-owned, Philadelphia-based company helps clients plan and host meetings and events. Three-Year Growth: 523% No. Three-Year Growth: 428% No.

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Smart Moves in D.C., Richmond and More

Smart Meetings

Before joining Teneo, White was director of global sales at PRA Group, a destination management company. He has also worked in management for Krisam Group & Global Event Partners and Saddlebrook Resort in Tampa, Florida, and has held the position of regional director of sales at Associated Luxury Hotels International.

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European DMCs Face Uncertainty as Ukraine Crisis Deepens

MeetingsNet

Especially for business events in Eastern Europe, the war clouds a promising rebound from the pandemic. The last two years have been a massive challenge for the meetings industry, and few segments have suffered as much as destination management companies. Russian Roulette: Global Events Industry Reacts to Ukraine Invasion.

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Do You Need Event Planning Certifications?

Endless Events

“I have the digital event strategist (DES) provided by PCMA.” Dustin and I did the global event forum,” continues Will. Like Will, Dustin holds one certification. “But That was the first time I remember having that conversation. We were ideating what we would do to ensure the industry is not commoditized.

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Top 5 Event Planners: Orlando

Social Tables

Florida Coast to Coast is a Global Events Partner with decades of experience in travel, incentive planning and full service events. They include new technologies to ensure that your event is just as cutting edge as they are. Join the movement for a better event. Specializing in destination management, Hello!

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How the World’s Safest City Is Shaping the Future

Convene by PCMA

million square feet of flexible event space, 12 column-free exhibit halls, and six on-site hotels, the venue delivers an interconnected, walkable campus ambience. With investment in engineering and emerging technology, we are investing in our future, creating a legacy and attracting global attention.”. With more than 1.5