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Episode 57: Mastering Zoom for Business and Association Events with Sheila Fox from Event In Site

Techsytalk

Sheila Fox jumped into Zoom full-throttle during the pandemic and has mastered using the platform for clients & even her […].

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Get to Know the Expanded Colorado Convention Center

Convene by PCMA

The Colorado Convention Center is set to showcase its bigger and better facilities late next year with a new rooftop expansion. The industry is buzzing about the new 80,000 square-foot multi-function ballroom space, the 35,000 square-foot pre-function space and 20,000 square-foot Rooftop Terrace, all with wow factors designed to elevate the meeting experience.

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Top 15 Leadership Conferences for Operations Professionals

Hotel Engine

Leadership is essential to success in business, particularly when it comes to operations professionals and managers. Even if you’re at the top of your game, there’s always room for improvement. Check out the 15 best leadership conferences for operations professionals to level up your business and perform better in your job. Table of Contents. 1. Future Festival. 2.

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Bay Area DJ Chuy Gomez Creates a Soundtrack to Latinx Heritage Month

Eventbrite

As a kid growing up in San Francisco, DJ and Bay Area radio personality Chuy Gomez would often call radio stations to request songs for his mother, finding joy in the act of (indirectly) queuing up music for others. “I was initially just a radio fan,” Gomez says. “Then I saw a DJ at a […].

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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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How does global Travel Management Company CWT sell meeting rooms?

Meeting Package

We interviewed Fredrik Hermelin the Senior Director of Global Sales from CWT, a global Travel Management Company, on the topic of how meetings are booked by the customers and how is the Meetings and Events industry evolving.

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Zartico names Vice President of Strategic Advisors

Travel Daily News

A hospitality, DMO, agency and tourism industry veteran, Nicole Brownell brings fifteen years of leadership experience of client growth in marketing, consumer journey mapping and personalization, as well as tourism research and sustainable programming.

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3 Reasons Elite Travel Advisor Programs Help Local Communities Thrive

DCI

With so much media coverage of the super elite jet setting on private aircrafts to the detriment of the environment, it may seem like an odd time to talk about developing designated travel advisor programs for those who sell travel experiences to these consumers. Quite on the contrary, however, it’s the perfect time to discuss how catering to ultra wealthy travelers can create opportunities for destinations and their local communities.

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Marriott Partners with TED to Create a Series of Interactive Curiosity Rooms

Business Traveler USA

Marriott has conjured a way to mix hotel stays with strange clues that keep guests hooked with surprising facts about their surroundings. The Curiosity Room marks a twist in the hospitality brand’s now six-year relationship with TED, the idea engine that popularized its Talks as a way for inquisitive minds and thought leaders to gain inspiration. The immersive rooms aim to enrich the experience of global travelers with interactive, mind-bending activities integrated into the design.

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How to Build a Successful Fitness Class

Eventbrite

Creating a popular fitness series will require you to flex your event planning muscles — but don’t sweat it, Eventbrite is here to help. With so many options available, it can be challenging to figure out how to make a fitness class successful. This guide will offer tips for organizing, marketing, and hosting an in-person […].

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Sustainability, Helping Community Are Driving Forces for Events in Austin

Convene by PCMA

For one of the CSR initiatives during Subaru of America’s 2022 National Business Conference, held at the Austin Convention Center, attendees filled kits with home and educational items for nonprofits to give to their communities. The organizers of Subaru of America’s 2022 National Business Conference wanted to ensure that no recyclable materials from the event ended up in landfills, and they found a partner capable of helping them achieve that goal in their host destination of Austin, Texas.

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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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How to Increase Attendance at Sport Events & Sell More Tickets

Eventbrite

With fitness influencers flooding social media, athleisure on trend, and everyone heading back to the gym, it’s clear that sports and athletics-themed events attract crowds. Many event creators are asking how to create a sports event to attract that same crowd. Whether you’re organizing a 5K run, an obstacle race, or a community soccer tournament, […].

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Calgary’s Convention Center Demonstrates Its Commitment to the LGBTQ+ Community

Convene by PCMA

The Calgary TELUS Convention Centre’s rainbow wings have become a symbol of its support to the LGBTQ+ community for both visitors and locals alike. For years, the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre (CTCC) has displayed rainbow-colored wings on its front windows during Calgary Pride Week as a show of support for the LGBTQ+ community. But the care and respect that the CTCC team extends to everyone goes beyond a simple mural, including tangible policies that create a welcoming atmosphere for the LGBTQ

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What is a Brand Activation Event, and Why are they Useful?

Blue Spark Event Design

A brand activation is an event that creates lasting emotional connections between a brand and its guests. The activation is normally in person and offers interactive, memorable experiences filled with brand attributes, like colors, vibe, textures, messaging, etc. This can be part of a product launch, a corporate conference setting, or a mobile marketing experiential event.

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A First-Timer’s Guide to GBTA

Fox World Travel

By: Kaylee Jaeger, Fox World Travel Marketing Coordinator Shifting industries or career paths can be a challenge. But when you jump into the travel industry on the tail end of a global pandemic, that might be feel downright crazy. But that’s what I did. I started in the Marketing Department of Fox World Travel in […]. The post A First-Timer’s Guide to GBTA appeared first on Fox World Travel.

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Creative Fridge and Pantry Organization Hacks, Straight From the Experts

Redfin

Are you feeling overwhelmed by your messy fridge? Do you feel like it’s impossible to keep your overstuffed pantry tidy and clean? Well, don’t throw in the towel just yet – there are plenty of creative pantry and fridge organization hacks that will make for an insta-worthy kitchen. The truth is, there isn’t a right way to stay organized in your space.

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Success Story: Executive Work Retreat with Style

Blue Spark Event Design

Client Objective: Design a leadership work retreat for top employees that offered on-brand Instagram-able networking events and an educational opportunity for them to grow within the company. Challenges: Unique Hotel Vibe – This client wanted a boutique-style hotel with high-end finishes that paired well with their brand. However, finding that type of hotel with the large number of rooms and meeting space required narrowed down the available property inventory.

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6 Cities Near Fort Hood to Buy or Rent in this Year

Redfin

Located in Kileen, Texas, Fort Hood is an army base and is the largest military base in the world by area, with more than 215,000 acres. If you’re looking for places to live near the military base, there are many great options available to you. To help make your search easier, we’ve gathered 6 cities near Fort Hood you may want to consider buying or renting in.

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Discover Tunisia with Impressive Tunisia

Global DMC Alliance

The post Discover Tunisia with Impressive Tunisia appeared first on GDA - Global DMC Alliance.

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Eichler Homes: Bringing Mid-Century Modern to the Masses

Redfin

In the 1950s and 1960s, real estate developer Joseph Eichler built thousands of homes in California that were designed to bring modern architecture to the masses. These postwar homes are known for open interior spaces, modern design, and access to the outdoors. They were innovative homes that introduced open floor plans, large windows, indoor-outdoor living spaces, and carports, all at a very affordable price.

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Who's News for September 15, 2022

Special Events

Special Events business news

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The 10 Fastest-Growing Cities in New Jersey

Redfin

New Jersey, also referred to as “The Garden State,” is best known for its beaches, delicious food scene, and diverse culture. Over 8.5 million people call this state home spread out across unique cities like Princeton , Atlantic City , and Trenton. If you’re looking to move to New Jersey but don’t know what cities to consider, we’ve got you covered. .

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6 Data Protection Security Tips Following Marriott’s Data Breach

Endless Events

This year, a Marriott data breach has made headlines again. It’s 2022, and the world is no stranger to poor data protection. Every year, the events industry and event professionals handle data for millions of people. It’s our responsibility to ensure their data is secure and our systems are risk-free. That’s why today’s episode focuses on how you can increase data security and protection in your business.

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Do You Have an Odd-Shaped Living Room or Space? Here’s How to Design it with Ease

Redfin

We all have that one space in our homes or rental apartments where the room, or your stuff, just doesn’t seem to fit. Whether you’ve got a room with low ceilings, a bedroom with lots of angled walls, or you live in a unique home like a railroad apartment where your hallway flows from one room into the next, it can be challenging to design an odd-shaped living room or space.

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UBQ Is Turning Garbage into Events

Smart Meetings

UBQ Materials, developer of the world’s first bio-based thermoplastic, is helping create the first global event built from landfill waste. In collaboration with Palram, manufacturer of thermoplastic sheets (moldable plastic, essentially), PLANETech World 2022 , to be held in Tel Aviv, Israel, Sept. 21, 2022, will be the first time a trade show reduces its own construction’s carbon footprint.

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11 Cities Near Baltimore to Buy or Rent in this Year

Redfin

Baltimore is the largest city in Maryland and the center of a metropolitan area of 1.5 million people. It is located on the Chesapeake Bay and is known for its Inner Harbor. The city offers cultural opportunities, professional sports, outdoor activities, and much more. If you enjoy the surf and sand, Baltimore is within driving distance of beaches and ocean resorts.

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ATM 2023 partners with IHG

Travel Daily Media

The post ATM 2023 partners with IHG appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Arabian Travel Market (ATM)has signed an agreement with IHG Hotels & Resorts, to become its official hotel partner for ATM 2023, which takes place at the Dubai World Trade Centre on 1-4 May. . Commenting on the announcement, Haitham Mattar, IHG’s MD for IMEA said: “We are pleased to extend our long-term relationship with RX as their hotel partner for Arabian Travel Market 2023.

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10 Cities Near Long Beach to Buy or Rent in this Year

Redfin

The city of Long Beach is spread over 50 square miles and is known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant downtown area, and diverse attractions. Long Beach is also home to a large port, which is one of the busiest in the world. While Long Beach is home to so much, even the most loved cities have their drawbacks. And for you, Long Beach’s best qualities may not outweigh the cost of living, large population, or traffic.

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Locked Out of Your Apartment? What to Do and How to Prevent it

Redfin

Imagine you’re walking up to your apartment and you reach into your bag or pocket. Your heart drops – you left your key inside your apartment. Maybe you can picture where you left it on the coffee table or perhaps you dropped it while you were out. Luckily, even in the worst-case scenario, you have ways you can get back into your apartment.

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9 Cities Near Detroit to Buy or Rent in this Year

Redfin

Detroit, MI , is the most populous city in the state of Michigan and the largest city on the United States-Canada border. It’s well-known for being the birthplace of Motown Records, home of Detroit-style pizza, and is nicknamed “Motor City” for its rich history involving the auto industry. . While Detroit has lots to offer its residents, it’s not the city for everyone.

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8 Cities Near Newark to Buy or Rent in this Year

Redfin

Newark, located just a 20-minute train ride to New York City, is in the middle of all the action. With ample access to transit lines, a plethora of restaurants, and plenty of other amenities, Newark is a city of character and culture. While Newark has so much to offer, it’s not going to be the right city for everyone. Thankfully, there are plenty of amazing places to live near Newark that don’t have the same heavy traffic, high cost of living, and hustle and bustle.

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9 Cities Near Fort Worth to Buy or Rent in this Year

Redfin

Fort Worth, TX , is one of the country’s largest and fastest-growing metropolitan areas. It’s the fifth largest city in Texas and the 12th largest city in the US. The city is known for its Texas hospitality and is filled with culture and fun. Fort Worth is a great place to live, work, and play, no matter your interests or hobbies. Even though there are countless things to do in Fort Worth, you may not want to commit to buying or renting in the city.