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Stop the Generational Stereotyping

Smart Meetings

Why demographics are less effective for building meeting agendas than values In Canada, where I reside, each week brings a new influx of forms and documents from the government. Mostly, these are tax forms. They arrive in an array of colors: green, pink, blue and sometimes just plain white. For the longest time, I filed them based on color, until a savvy financial advisor highlighted the folly of my system.

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New Destination Futures Study Spotlights Industry Trends and Challenges

Convene by PCMA

Destinations International (DI) announced the release of its latest DestinationNEXT Futures Study at its 2023 Annual Convention in Dallas this week. More than 800 destination leaders from 62 countries responded to the survey on trends affecting both leisure tourism and business events. The study, underwritten by a grant from the Destinations International Foundation, was prepared for DI by MMGY NextFactor and guided by a global advisory group representing leading DMOs.

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What One Thing? Leaning into Uncertainty with Judi Holler

Smart Meetings

On this episode of What One Thing? Smart Meetings CEO and Founder Marin Bright is joined by Judi Holler, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and author of Fear is My Homeboy. Holler speaks on leaning into uncertainty, possibility and fear. Holler also explores how improv helped her crack open her own magic. Don’t Miss a Podcast Drop. Listen to Smart Meetigns on Spotify today!

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Bizzabo Introduces New Generation of SmartBadges™ for Events plus Klik à la Carte

Bizzaboo

We’re excited to announce two significant updates to Klik Experiential, Bizzabo’s wearable event technology for B2B conferences and flagship events. Today, we’re releasing The Edge — our sleekest SmartBadge™ yet — and introducing a new standalone option for event professionals: Klik à la Carte. The Edge SmartBadge takes wearable event technology to new heights Tens of thousands of conference attendees worldwide have worn Klik SmartBadges since their launch in 2022.

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COVID-19 Travel Consumer Sentiment Study

TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave

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Meeting Profs Travel Report: Will FAA Bill Get Your Flight in On Time?

Smart Meetings

More money for air traffic control hires in House-passed FAA bill The House of Representatives has approved a bill to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for another five years, a move that includes provisions for the hire of more air traffic controllers and allows pilots to extend their working life—both seen as fixes for a system that has seen massive breakdowns in the form of cancellations and delays for passengers.

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How To Choose The Best Retail Event Technology

Eventtia

The increasing competition and ever-changing consumer demands require retail companies to develop robust growth strategies. One focuses on creating exceptional retail customer experiences for cultivating and nurturing strong connections with consumers. No wonder retail companies increasingly embrace innovative software solutions to forge customer-centric interactions and deliver seamless multi-channel experiences.

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A Guide to Preparing Tour Guides for Challenging Situations

Tourism Tiger

You can prepare for the unexpected and avoid the surprising negative reviews, read about how training your guides properly is the key to success.

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MICE to contribute 20% for Qatar’s 2030 goal of 6 million tourists annually

Travel Daily Media

The post MICE to contribute 20% for Qatar’s 2030 goal of 6 million tourists annually appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Qatar successfully hosted the 2023 World Cup; the country is also set to host the Grand Prix 2023 Formula 1 and 2023 MotoGP Grand Prix in October and November 2023. GCC countries contribute to 60% of global outbound tourism and what’s even more interesting is the fact that these travellers contribute to 75% of total international tourism expenditure f

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How To Choose The Right Retail Event Technology

Eventtia

The increasing competition and ever-changing consumer demands require retail companies to develop robust growth strategies. One focuses on creating exceptional retail customer experiences for cultivating and nurturing strong connections with consumers. No wonder retail companies increasingly embrace innovative software solutions to forge customer-centric interactions and deliver seamless multi-channel experiences.

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Meet the AIME team – Marketer and Events Professional: Sophie Gregson-Brown

AIME

Meet AIME’s newest events professional: Sophie Gregson-Brown. Sophie joins the AIME team as Senior Marketing Executive. Get to know Soph in our latest ‘Team Behind the Screens’ post below. What do you love about being an events professional and … The post Meet the AIME team – Marketer and Events Professional: Sophie Gregson-Brown appeared first on AIME.

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Evolution of the DMC:Renewing Business Relationships with Deeper Trust, Transparency & Understanding

The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.

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Managing Wedding Guest Logistics: Surviving Last-Minute Cancellations and Additions with Grace and Ease

Traveler's Q

Weddings are special events that require many preparations and efforts to make them perfect. However, even with the most meticulous planning, unexpected things can happen, such as last-minute wedding guest cancellations and additions. These situations can cause a lot of stress and anxiety for the bride and groom, as well as their families and friends.

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How To Choose The Right Retail Experience Platform For Your Events

Eventtia

The growing landscape of the retail industry compels brands to develop robust strategies that set them apart from the competition. Among these strategies, providing an exceptional retail customer experience has proven highly effective in attracting and cultivating customer relationships. No wonder why retail companies increasingly embrace innovative technology solutions that enhance customer engagement and deliver seamless multi-channel experiences.

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Customers demand increasing sustainability efforts at hotels and meeting venues

Travel Daily Media

The post Customers demand increasing sustainability efforts at hotels and meeting venues appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Representative Image Environmental sustainability specialist, Greengage Solutions, has found that hotels and meeting venues are accelerating their sustainability efforts in response to customer demand. But even so hospitality is still lagging behind other industries, such as construction, when it comes to measuring their carbon footprint.