Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Editor’s Note: As we celebrate the 2023 Meeting Professionals of the Year , we thought it fitting to go back to a 2020 Meeting Professionals of the Year winner, John Cruz, senior corporate meeting planner with BlueCross of North Carolina , for some perspective. I have been planning and producing events for over 30 years and as I start the back nine of my journey, I have been asked lately when do I think I will retire.

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Skift Meetings

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Skift Take: This year's Burning Man turned into a muddy mess when severe flooding left thousands stranded. Is it time we revisit contingency plans for outdoor events?

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Newly renovated hotels embrace their buildings’ histories and local cultures Three southern U.S. hotels located in historic buildings and locations unveil new meeting rooms and renovations. Each hotel adds its own distinct flavor to a vibrant local scene and celebrates its unique location through thoughtful design. Cast Iron and Curated Art The Bankers Alley Hotel, Nashville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton Hilton announces the opening of The Bankers Alley Hotel Nashville, Tapestry Collectio

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Convene by PCMA

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Get to know PCMA Member Scott Collinsworth, Senior Director of Business Development How has your career developed as a result of being a PCMA member? Highlight specific resources and benefits that have helped you achieve your goals. Knowing what you want out of your membership before you start your journey will certainly help when measuring your success.

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

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Redfin

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Our homes are filled with electrical appliances, from the ubiquitous refrigerator and television to the occasional coffee maker left on standby. While some diligently unplug their devices, swearing by the energy savings and safety benefits, others consider it a mere myth or an inconvenient chore. But as we grapple with pressing environmental concerns and soaring energy bills, the question looms larger: does unplugging appliances genuinely lead to energy conservation?

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Convene by PCMA

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Looking for ways to do your job better — or for the latest trends in the world of work? Here’s a roundup of career-related stories selected by the editors of Convene. The 2-Step ‘Loci Method’ for Memorizing Absolutely Anything Memory athletes use mnemonic strategies, specifically the method of loci or memory palace technique, to remember astonishing amounts of data.

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MPI

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

MPI’s Regional Business Exchange series encapsulates the potential inherent in local meetings and events for event professionals.

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Special Events

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Re-examining the way traditional force-majeure clauses hinder event planners

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FICP

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Join the FICP Canadian SIG as they host targeted conversations specific to Canadian Meetings Professionals! The next SIG Conversation will be hosted on December 1 from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

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FICP

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Join the FICP Canadian SIG as they host targeted conversations specific to Canadian Meetings Professionals!

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