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CMP Spotlight: Get to Know Alexandra Carvalho, CMP

Smart Meetings

After a few years, she began to prepare. Preparing for the Exam Since the start, Carvalho has been committed to self-education in the events industry. Then, I would just have to go back and read my summaries when preparing for the exam.” When I saw the ‘Pass’ on the screen, it was a great moment of accomplishment for me.

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Steer Clear of These 8 Pitfalls: A Guide to Excellent Corporate Event Outcomes

Smart Meetings

This document should clearly outline your specific needs and include a defined budget range. It’s important not to expect your event producer to draft this document for you. This timeline ensures both the production team and speakers are adequately prepared, contributing to a smooth event flow.

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How to Execute Events on a Reduced Team

Endless Events

Cross-training is preparation so people have other skill sets and can help in more than one area.” Documentation. Documentation is a process that can make everyone’s job more manageable if you’re willing to put the work in to do it right. ” . Simplify Your Events.

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How to Prepare Your House for a Hurricane: 10 Tips for Homeowners

Redfin

Even with a milder season ahead, it’s essential to be prepared. So, how do you prepare your house for a hurricane? Create a hurricane emergency kit The first step of preparing for any disaster is to ensure you have a well-stocked, waterproof emergency supply kit , which can be a large tote, box, or carryable kit.

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CMP Spotlight: Get to Know Desireé Dolecki, CMP

Smart Meetings

As she prepared to graduate, she took on a role as a marketing coordinator at a major healthcare company. This preparation falls in line with her favorite quote, by Chicago architect Daniel Burnham: “Make no little plans. When she was young, she knew art wouldn’t necessarily offer her a lucrative career. Volunteer to gain experience.

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What the Official End of Covid Means for Meetings

Smart Meetings

Is the events industry more prepared for a future emergency? We thought this would be a good time to reflect on what the shift means and how all of that forced education will prepare us better for whatever comes next. Are we better or less prepared for whatever next disruption comes to the hospitality industry?

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How to Prepare for a Home Appraisal: 9 Tips to Maximize Your Home’s Value

Redfin

Taking the time to prepare your home for an appraisal is your best chance of increasing your home appraisal value, and h ere are nine things you can do to prepare. Then provide this list to the appraiser with any supporting documentation – like receipts or invoices – to prove you made these upgrades.