Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Jon Gersonde Jon Gersonde Turtle Bay Resort welcomes Gersonde as vice president and managing director. He brings over 30 years of experience in hospitality, having most recently served as general manager at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay on Kauai. He will oversee all daily operations on the 1,300-acre oceanfront resort and work to ensure an outstanding guest experience.
MeetingsNet
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Knowland’s report on year-over-year events growth says Nashville’s meetings scene jumped more than 30 percent in September. Here are the other high-percentage growth cities, and the industries driving it. Knowland, a data-as-a-service provider for the hospitality industry, has some of the answers. Its meeting-volume report for September was released October 5, and it shows growth for the events industry is strong.
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Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Take a moment to improve your mental health and your meetings will reap the rewards Meeting professionals are some of the busiest people out there. For many, being busy means being stressed. A little stress is fine. We’re all bound to feel overwhelmed from time to time. But when we find that we’re feeling stressed more often than not, we could face serious effects on our physical and mental health, our work and our quality of life.
Convene by PCMA
OCTOBER 6, 2023
(Illustrations by Liam Eisenberg) A man ran up on a riser and slapped a physician speaker several times across the face at a session during the 2023 American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) Annual Clinical & Scientific Meeting in May, yelling profanities and accusing him of sexually assaulting his wife, while stunned audience members at the Baltimore Convention Center looked on.
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
EHL Insights
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Dive into the world of luxury with six EHL Brand ambassadors as they share their experiences with Cartier. Their stories provide a unique glimpse into the allure of luxury, exploring what fuels their motivations as ambassadors, how Cartier crafts unforgettable experiences, and the qualities that define exceptional hospitality professionals. Join us as each ambassador shares insights into Cartier's inner workings, their roles, and the standout moments from their luxury experience.
Skift Meetings
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Skift Take: In this video from the Skift Meetings Forum 2023, we hear from Lorne Edwards, chief sales officer for Visit Phoenix, about the evolving role of destination marketing organizations (DMOs) in connecting growth industry sectors and research expertise to event organizers, in turn uplifting the local community and driving global innovation.
MICE Travel Today brings together the best content for MICE professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Convene by PCMA
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Murals in the historical African American town of Eatonville pay homage to cultural icons like writer Zora Neale Hurston. There are countless factors to consider when choosing the ideal destination for an event — from the perfect venues and entertainment to the ease of transportation and more. Orlando easily ticks all the boxes for organizers of meetings both big and small, but what makes this city stand out from the crowd is the diversity of its people.
Convene by PCMA
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Increased flight service, new hotels, and a lively arts scene are just a few of the offerings that make Salt Lake an enticing meeting destination. Salt Lake City: What first comes to mind most often is its natural beauty — an outdoor playground for adventure seekers. But there’s more to this city than its world-renowned ski resorts. It’s where diverse pastimes, cultures, and landscapes collide in a modern mountain hub of the west.
MPI
OCTOBER 6, 2023
More than ever before, environmental, social and economic sustainability is a top priority for leaders across a range of industries, especially when it comes to holding business events. Organizing an event is no small feat. It is a complex task that requires meticulous planning, coordination and execution. Adding sustainability to the deliverables can seem daunting.
The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.
Convene by PCMA
OCTOBER 6, 2023
(Illustrations by Liam Eisenberg) When protesters jumped onto the stage during the 2022 Fall Meeting of the American Geophysical Union (AGU) at Chicago’s McCormick Place, they unfurled a banner as a way to draw attention to the climate crisis. Although the incident was not violent, it “turned into a really difficult issue” for the organization of Earth and planetary scientists.
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