Smart Meetings

APRIL 20, 2023

Food sustainability, clean oceans and repurposed rainwater Compared to the largely unexplored universe we inhabit; our little blue and green shimmering marble is small. On Saturday, April 22nd we take a day to appreciate our planet and remember our resources are finite and depleting. Moving through our days, it is important to be aware that as inhabitants of the planet Earth, we play a major factor in how long these resources will last.

Meeting 246

Meeting Sustainability Certification Banking 246

Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2023

Event planning consistently ranks as one of most stressful jobs in the U.S. Whether planners find themselves forced to work with difficult personalities, try to juggle juxtaposing requests, fix event planning mistakes, or balance dozens of last-minute event changes, event planners have plenty of reasons to feel stressed. It can be hard to avoid the busy work environment and crazy work schedules many planners find themselves facing but identifying and avoiding common planning faux pas can help av

Event Planning 141

Event Planning Rehearsal Vendor Social Media 141

Smart Meetings

APRIL 20, 2023

Nominate the Industry’s Most Engaging Speakers Our Smart Speakers: Best of the Stage 2023 award is based on the actual experiences of Smart Meetings magazine readers at venues and destinations around the world. This is your chance to recognize the keynote presenters who partner with you to elevate the meetings experience based on a variety of attributes such as engagement, humor, originality, empathy and effectiveness.

Speakers 130

Speakers Venue Meeting 130

AltexSoft Travel

APRIL 20, 2023

Written in conjunction with Hudson Crossing partners Max Rayner and Brian Clark Nobody likes paying for things they don’t need. If something is included in the price but the buyer hasn’t asked for it, it’s a questionable benefit and possibly a detriment. When searching for hotel rooms, parents with young children may very much prefer to not have a fireplace or a high floor view, while honeymooners may be willing to pay to have both a fireplace and a view.

Booking 111

Booking Airlines Hospitality Benefits 111

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

Travel

Skift Meetings

APRIL 20, 2023

Skift Take: As hoteliers and venue operators struggle to conduct quality post-pandemic site visits, planners are having to expend more time and effort to ensure successful site selection.

Site Selection 99

Site Selection Planner Venue Meeting 99

Travel Daily Media

APRIL 20, 2023

The post ITB India 2023 on track for an in-person event appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Co-located with MICE Show India, Travel Tech India and the ITB India Conference, the annual trade show is making a strong comeback as an in-person event in Mumbai from 26 – 28 April 2023. Among the top exhibitors and industry leaders are Atout France India, German National Tourist Office, Saxony Tourism, Tourist Office of Roissy, Tourist Office of Spain and Visit Sarajevo.

Trade Show 83

Trade Show Tourism Tourism Airlines 83

Hotel Engine

APRIL 20, 2023

Audrey Fairbrother Content and SEO Manager Audrey Fairbrother is the Content and SEO Manager at Hotel Engine. She spends her days writing about all things business travel, researching topics that are important to Hotel Engine’s audience and cultivating the company’s brand voice.

SEO 52

SEO Networking Booking Audience 52

Brightspot Incentive Events

APRIL 20, 2023

Successful incentive programs can help cut through today’s cluttered channel ecosystem, helping to drive engagement and increase sales. Utilizing channel incentive management (CIM) software will help you find new ways to motivate employees and communicate with partners and sales representatives. Below are our tips to look for when evaluating a software platform.

Incentives 52

Incentives Platform Manufacturing Communications 52

Travel Daily Media

APRIL 20, 2023

The post CWT Meetings & Events launches carbon calculator to help reduce customers’ carbon footprint appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. CWT launches a new meetings and events (M&E) carbon footprint calculator. Combining travel, hotel stays, meeting space and food & beverage carbon consumption information for corporate events, it provides detailed environmental impact insights to both CWT event planners and clients alike, enabling more sustainable choices f

Meeting 52

Meeting Sustainability Prospect Events 52

Convene by PCMA

APRIL 20, 2023

The “Waste Not, Want Not: Practical Solutions for Preventing Food Waste in Events” webinar on April 20, 2023, was a fruitful session with 100% of the attendees rated “yes” to usefulness of the webinar in helping them with food waste prevention. “PREVENTION is challenging because it requires a change in mindset, more focus on planning, and measuring what never happened.

Panel 52

Panel Sustainability Communications Communications 52

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

Travel Daily Media

APRIL 20, 2023

The post Hyperchain Technology debuts at InnoEX appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. From April 12 to 15, InnoEX was held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. This year’s show focused on smart city, digital business, artificial intelligence and other key technology areas in Hong Kong, with leading companies from different industries showcasing diversified innovative solutions.

Technology 52

Technology Technology Financial Services Promotion 52

Fox World Travel

APRIL 20, 2023

Hello! I’m Rose Gray, Fox’s Business Relationship Director, and the voice of The Fox World Travel Show! During my 35 years in the travel industry, I have traveled all around the world, leaving few destinations I have yet to explore. In January, I was able to travel to one of my undiscovered destinations: Antarctica. You […] The post Why Would Anyone Go to Antarctica?!

Travel 52

Travel Travel 52

InEvent

APRIL 20, 2023

Employee dedication and connection to an organization are measured by the term “employee engagement.” In today’s competitive corporate environment, employee engagement has emerged as a crucial success factor. High levels of engagement encourage talent retention, develop consumer loyalty, and enhance organizational performance and shareholder value.

Events 52

Events Organization 52

MPI

APRIL 20, 2023

Nearly 800 delegates joined us in the heart of Times Square in New York City for our 2023 Global Conference—also the first chance to celebrate SITE’s 50th anniversary in person with our community.

Conference 52

Conference 52

MeetingsNet

APRIL 20, 2023

The integration of Bizly into Cvent’s system allows for more of an organization’s small-meeting data to land in one database, improving management’s visibility into overall meeting spend. Bizly, an SaaS platform for small meetings that have relatively simple logistics, announced on April 20 its integration with Cvent along with its new listing within the Cvent App Marketplace.

Meeting 52

Meeting Logistics Platform Consulting 52

MPI

APRIL 20, 2023

Your personal volunteer story My volunteer story with MPI started in 2021 when I’ve joined the Ottawa Chapter and started volunteering with the marketing committee. Shortly after I became Chair of Chapter News and Views portfolio. The following year 2022 I wanted to get more involved so I volunteered at the Global level and joined the Rise Award Selection Committee.

Education 52

Education Speakers Networking Conference 52

inVOYAGE

APRIL 20, 2023

Discover Six Kilometres of Coastal Luxury in the heart of Al Mouj, Muscat with the five-star award-winning beach resort that’s brought people back time and time again… Overview: Located in Oman’s ancient-walled capital, right off the Arabian Sea, Kempinski Hotel Muscat exudes luxury with its compelling décor that’s earned itself UNESCO’s Interior Design Award and expansive list of services and facilities.

Transportation 52

Transportation Incentives Location Hospitality 52

Open Destinations

APRIL 20, 2023

Heritage railways are seeing a real resurgence of interest from the public. Still, they face the challenge of modernising their software to increase revenues, optimise operations, reduce costs, and improve visitor satisfaction. Rail Technology expert, Olivier Bressard , looks at some of the growing pains and how operators can plan their next steps. Rail excursions are seeing a real resurgence right now.

Online 52

Online Training Booking Advertising 52

inVOYAGE

APRIL 20, 2023

Whether you’re looking to host a conference in Berlin or bring 50 of your top employees to the hills of Bavaria, Germany has a lot to offer in the Incentives & Events industry – especially when it comes to luxury hotels. So, read on and join us as we head over there for ourselves to cherry pick the best of the best and ensure you’re in good hands for whatever event you might have planned… Waldorf Astoria Berlin Overview: Unforgettable skylines, the latest technology and home to Berlin’s larg

Incentives 52

Incentives Events Conference Preparation 52

Stova

APRIL 20, 2023

Mobile apps have transformed events in so many ways. In the early days, these tools were simply a digital version of the event agenda. Today, they’re a must-have touching every corner of your event. This article highlights seven ways to create immersive mobile event and conference app experiences that level-up attendee engagement, networking, learning, and event ROI.

Event Apps 52

Event Apps Registration Networking Events 52

MPI

APRIL 20, 2023

Your personal volunteer story My volunteer story with MPI started in 2021 when I’ve joined the Ottawa Chapter and started volunteering with the marketing committee. Shortly after I became Chair of Chapter News and Views portfolio. The following year 2022 I wanted to get more involved so I volunteered at the Global level and joined the Rise Award Selection Committee.

Education 52

Education Speakers Networking Conference 52

Hotel Engine

APRIL 20, 2023

The post Hear From Our Customers: How Hotel Engine Simplifies Booking and Fraud Protection for Bandera Networks appeared first on Hotel Engine.

Booking 52

Booking Networking 52

Redfin

APRIL 20, 2023

Knoxville, Tennessee, is a city that offers residents a variety of benefits, from an affordable cost of living to a vibrant arts and culture scene. Knoxville also ranks as one of the top 10 fastest-growing cities in Tennessee. However, like any city, there are also some downsides to consider, such as limited public transportation, nightlife and shopping options, hot summers, and higher sales tax.

Retail 53

Retail Transportation Healthcare Manufacturing 53

Global DMC Alliance

APRIL 20, 2023

The post Āgenskalna Tirgus Market – Modern and Bustling appeared first on GDA - Global DMC Alliance.

Marketing 52

Marketing Marketing Culture Travel 52

Redfin

APRIL 20, 2023

From the iconic Beale Street to the serene Memphis Botanic Garden, Memphis is a city with a diverse range of beautiful places to explore for music lovers and nature enthusiasts alike. So whether you just moved into a Memphis apartment or bought a house in the city , here are some beautiful places to go in Memphis that you’ll definitely want to check out.

Advertising 52

Advertising Banking Entertainment Location 52

Global DMC Alliance

APRIL 20, 2023

The post Visit the new Agenskalna Tirgus market in Riga appeared first on GDA - Global DMC Alliance.

Marketing 52

Marketing Marketing Culture Travel 52

inVOYAGE

APRIL 20, 2023

Anne Golden General Manager, Pan Pacific London inVOYAGE: Firstly, thank you for taking the time to speak with us today! It’s been just over a year now since you launched your first European hotel here in the heart of London. Could you tell us a bit more about this? What was your experience setting up in London and what were the biggest challenges? Anne Golden: With London being one of the most competitive markets for luxury hotels in the world, it was very important pre-opening that our marketi

Culture 52

Culture Hospitality Marketing Marketing 52

MeetingsNet

APRIL 20, 2023

Reducing waste and carbon emissions is on most planners’ agendas. Efforts large and small are helping move the industry in a common direction. April 22 is Earth Day, a time for those in our industry to consider the substantial environmental impact of holding meetings, conventions, and trade shows. With the in-person event business back to full strength, it’s more important than ever for host organizations to rethink how they conduct gatherings in order to minimize their carbon footprint.

Sustainability 69

Sustainability Travel Travel Training 69

Convene by PCMA

APRIL 20, 2023

This technology concept art was created by the same type of generative AI used by DALL-E. (Smart Future/Adobe Stock) Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes There are massive technological advancements on the horizon with the potential to have an impact on trade shows and conferences, in ways big and small. And while the horizon may be years away for some of these tools and technologies, others, like Google Analytics 4, are right around the corner.

Technology 105

Technology Technology Events Event Marketing 105

inVOYAGE

APRIL 20, 2023

Head through awe-inspiring landscapes and re-discover the world through the comfort of the world’s most luxurious sleeper trains as you connect with colleagues, celebrate accomplishments and make memories you’ll cherish for years to come… Take a journey through time aboard Peru’s andean expLORER Book a carriage and escape to the timeless landscapes of Peru’s Andean plains as Belmond take you on a journey like no other.

Training 52

Training Incentives Panel Travel 52