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Lessons for Building Community Like a Broadway Performer

Smart Meetings

Fifteen years ago, a pair of Broadway performers had a vision for bringing the energy, fun and community of New York City’s bright lights to Northern California’s wine country. Amy Miller and her husband Brad Surosky spent the Great Recession traveling the country in an RV, talking to theater groups about how they built their audiences and emerged with a vision for an outdoor experience that was integrated with Sonoma County’s people and the landscape.

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What the Back-to-the-Office Challenge Has to Do With In-Person Events

Convene by PCMA

One way to plan an event with empathy is to consider meeting in a vibrant destination where attendees could bring their families and stay for a vacation after the event. If you missed the first two parts of our interview with future of work experts and The Empathy Advantage: Leading the Empowered Workforce authors Heather E. McGowan and Chris Shipley, you can catch up here: Part 1: ‘ It’s About Having Empathy All the Way Around ’ Part 2: ‘ Does Leading With Empathy Mean You’re a Pushover?

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Smart Moves in New York, Texas and More

Smart Meetings

Chris Jennings Jennings is general manager at The Lake House on Canandaigua in New York. He most recently worked as director of operations for JW Marriott Nashville, where he played a large part in its opening in 2018. Throughout his hospitality career, he also worked in directorial roles at The Don Cesar in St. Pete Beach, Florida, and The St. Regis Princeville Resort in Kauai, Hawaii.

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DMC Network Talks Meeting- and Incentive-Planning Trends

MeetingsNet

Challenges with event budgets, timelines, and staffing—plus air-travel complications—were among the issues discussed at Global DMC Partners’ annual meeting. During its ninth annual Connection meeting held in late May at Atlantis The Palm Dubai, the destination management company network Global DMC Partners heard from several hundred of its members about the challenges they are facing with their meeting and incentive clients.

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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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5 Things That Caught My Attention at City Nation Place Americas 2023

DCI

City Nation Place Americas brought together about 200 top economic development and destination marketing from across North America in New Orleans to share best practices and insights with their peers on everything from branding to sustainability. The speakers and roundtables were inspiring and thought provoking, but here are five topics that caught my attention: Music Matters We saw countless destination videos and while all were well done, the one that really sticks with me is one from Visit Lo

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4 Ideas for Getting Sensational Content at Your Next Live Event

InEvent

Tips for getting unique content at your next live event is a popular topic that event organizers are interested in. When organizing an event takes a lot of time and effort, you want the target audience to appreciate the efforts invested and respond with positive feedback. And sometimes, the event’s purpose is to sell goods … Post 4 Ideas for Getting Sensational Content at Your Next Live Event showed as first in InEvent Blog.

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Navigating Risk in Virtual Events: Cybersecurity Strategies for Effective Management.

InEvent

It’s the 21st century. Technology plays a vital role today. The online space at this time now hosts Jobs, interviews, conferences, concerts, retreats, game shows, and even religious events. Every activity known to happen physically is shifting to the internet, particularly after the emergence of the covid 19′ pandemic. It’s the beginning of a new dawn, the … Post Navigating Risk in Virtual Events: Cybersecurity Strategies for Effective Management. showed as first in InEve

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How a Corporate Retreat Can Increase Your Bottom Line

MTI Events

If you believe corporate retreats are just simple parties, you couldn’t be more wrong! Done correctly, a corporate retreat can give your business a big boost and even lead to an increase in your bottom line.

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How Heka Health’s Gamified Wellbeing Challenges Spur Connection and Revenue

Convene by PCMA

Attendees at PCMA EduCon 2023 this month in Montréal can look forward to trying out the PCMA Wellbeing Challenge firsthand, and this fall, the PCMA Foundation will reprise its Chapter Challenge with Heka Health. Pictured here is the PCMA Foundation Chapter Challenge 2022 prize ceremony held during Convening Leaders 2023. According to experts, wellness comprises multiple dimensions , including social, emotional, intellectual, vocational, and environmental as well as physical health.

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Cvent Digital Accessibility: 1,200 Improvements and Counting

MeetingsNet

Cvent’s event-tech accessibility journey started with its attendee-facing tools. Here’s what the company has upgraded so far and what comes next. Stephen Cutchins is on a mission to make meetings more accessible. Not in the ways many planners might first think about accessibility—ramps for wheelchairs, sign-language interpreters, lifts on ground-transportation vehicles, and so on.

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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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A New Funding Model for Hotel Development

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The Indianapolis City Council will take over financing a 40-story, approximately 800-room Signia by Hilton convention center hotel that has long been in the works. (Rendering courtesy of Hilton) More than half of hotel projects in the U.S. in the pre-construction or groundbreaking phase this year are now on hold, according to a recent story in Bisnow Houston — the result of stricter lending standards making it more difficult to secure financing.

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Off the Beaten Path: 16 Things to do in Washington, DC

Redfin

Beyond the iconic monuments and historic landmarks , DC offers a myriad of offbeat and unique things to do that will make your time here truly memorable. From exploring the vibrant Washington, DC neighborhoods and indulging in diverse culinary delights to immersing yourself in the thriving arts and culture scene, Washington, DC, is a treasure trove of unconventional adventures.

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Who’s News for June 16, 2023

Special Events

Special Events business news

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Uncover 6 Unique Things To Do in Ventura, California

Redfin

Ventura, California, offers a distinctive mix of sun-soaked lifestyle and cultural depth that enthralls locals and beckons newcomers. If you’re considering a move, you’ll discover a variety of apartments for rent and homes for sale in Ventura that cater to diverse preferences, from beachfront properties to downtown living. But living in Ventura is more than finding the right home–it’s about immersing yourself in a community rich with unique experiences and vibrant local culture

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Christmas Markets River Cruise 2024

Carrousel Travel

ICONIC CHRISTMAS MARKETS RIVER CRUISE HOSTED BY CARROUSEL TRAVEL ICONIC CHRISTMAS MARKETS RIVER CRIUSE HOSTED BY CARROUSEL TRAVEL ICONIC CHRISTMAS MARKETS RIVER CRUISE HOSTED BY CARROUSEL TRAVEL ITINERARY INCLUSIONS + PRICING SHIP INFORMATION DOWNLOAD BROCHURE REGISTRATION FORM 7-NIGHT CRUISE SAILING NOVEMBER 30-DECEMBER 7, 2024 Join Carrousel Travel for a hosted river cruise on this festive journey down the Danube River, where you will discover the wonder of Europe’s iconic Christmas markets.

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Living Building Challenge Certification for Homeowners: Pros and Cons

Redfin

As sustainable technologies develop alongside people’s desires to live more sustainably, people have begun turning to their homes to reduce their carbon footprints , But have you ever wondered if you could build a home that wasn’t just ‘less bad’, but instead actually restored the environment around it? You can. Enter the Living Building Challenge. The Living Building Challenge represents the pinnacle of sustainable development and promotes equity, regeneration, and self-sufficiency.

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Sustainable Building Certifications for Homes: Which One Is Right for You?

Redfin

Sustainable living has become an increasingly important focus in today’s world, with individuals and communities alike seeking ways to reduce their carbon footprints. When it comes to building or renovating homes, sustainable practices and energy-efficient design have taken center stage. In response to this growth, several organizations offer certification programs to measure sustainability and push people to achieve more.

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12 Things You’ll Want to Know Before Moving to Chicago

Redfin

Welcome to the ultimate guide for anyone considering a move to the lively city of Chicago. Moving to Chicago can be thrilling and overwhelming, but fear not – Redfin has you covered. Whether you’re drawn to the mesmerizing skyline, the deep-dish pizza, or the rich cultural scene, you should know some crucial things before calling the Windy City your new home.