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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Are Good for Your Meetings (and Business)

Smart Meetings

Following the events of George Floyd’s tragic death in 2020, meetings industry organizations have been actively seeking to engage in the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) discussion. In doing so many businesses seek outside help to create an inclusive and diverse work environment. Smart Meetings quizzed Elevated Diversity ’s founder Rhonda Moret, MPI Southern California Chapter (MPISCC) Director of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Khris Baizen and MPISCC Director of Education, Event Logist

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The Best Time to Post on Social Media for Events

Eventbrite

Find out the best length & time to post on each network for your social media event marketing, according to the experts at Buffer.

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Loyalty Points and the Death of Independent Hotels

Smart Meetings

A hotel is never just a hotel. During a time when leisure and business travelers are nearly spoiled by choice, the question to ponder is whether you’re simply looking for convenience and a place to stay, or a property that can offer an experience you’ll be thinking about for years to come. Many independent hotels pride themselves on delivering the latter.

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Expo Inn ready to welcome delegates

Travel Daily Media

The post Expo Inn ready to welcome delegates appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The all new EXPO INN, SUITES & CONVENTION is getting ready to host delegates of some of the biggest and the best in international shows. Announcing the launch of EXPO INN, SUITES & CONVENTION, the very first business hotel offering in the country to be located within a trade fair venue, RAKESH KUMAR, Chairman, India Exposition Mart Limited (IEML) shared that the company is excited to be

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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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Smart Moves: Food and Beverage

Smart Meetings

Danielle Marelli Marelli is executive pastry chef for Viceroy Chicago. Marelli most recently worked at The Gwen, A Luxury Collection Hotel in Chicago, where, as the property’s pastry chef, she established its first pastry program. She also worked at Chicago’s Langham Hotel as executive pastry chef. While there, she received the Employee of the Month award in 2016 and Employee of the Year award in 2017.

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PCMA to Planners: Be a Better Performer, and a Better Manager

MeetingsNet

At the recent Convening Leaders 2023 conference, the association for convention and trade-show management delivered advice from experts on pushing beyond one’s comfort zone to try new approaches. For the 3,300 attendees of the Professional Convention Management Association’s Convening Leaders conference, held January 8 to 11 in Columbus, Ohio, the message could not have been more clear: The business world is not the same as it was when in-person meetings were last happening at full speed.

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Well-Connected and Welcoming, Vienna Is a European Hub to Watch

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Green spaces and bodies of water account for half of Vienna’s footprint, including 280 imperial parks and gardens. It’s just one of many reasons why Vienna topped the Economist Intelligence Unit’s Global Liveability Index in 2022. (Gregor Hofbauer/WienTourismus) Although Vienna is one of Europe’s ancient cities — its origins date all the way back to the Roman Empire — in many ways the destination is as fresh and modern as they come.

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12 Unique Things to Do in Atlanta: A Guide to ATL’s Offbeat Activities

Redfin

Are you looking for something new and exciting to do in Atlanta? Look no further. ATL is a vibrant city full of unique experiences and attractions that can easily fill up an entire weekend. From outdoor activities and unusual dining experiences to cultural attractions and nightlife, there’s something for everyone living in Atlanta. In this article, we’ll explore some of the most unique things to do in the city, such as visiting Underground Atlanta, hiking in the Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve,

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6 Best Cvent Alternatives and Competitors in 2023

Eventtia

The events and meetings industry has experienced rapid growth in the past decade. Technology solutions like Cvent have played a major role in making it easier for businesses, organizations, and individuals to plan, manage and execute their events. With the market becoming increasingly competitive, many companies are looking for alternatives to Cvent that can provide similar services at lower costs.

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jiop posted an update in the group my own group: I've always loved Las Vegas, and I can't wait to go back. [?]

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I’ve always loved Las Vegas, and I can’t wait to go back. It’s so much fun—you’re surrounded by people who are having a blast, the lights are amazing, and there’s just so much to do! It’s also really loud there. If you’re looking for peace and quiet, this probably isn’t the place for you.

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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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6 Best Cvent Alternatives and Competitors in 2023

Eventtia

Meta Description Discover the best Cvent alternatives and competitors in 2023 with features, pricing, and reviews. Find the right event management platform for your needs. 6 Best Cvent Alternatives and Competitors in 2023 The events and meetings industry has experienced rapid growth in the past decade. Technology solutions like Cvent have played a major role in making it easier for businesses, organizations, and individuals to plan, manage and execute their events.

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jiop started the topic I've always loved Las Vegas! in the forum my own group

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I’ve always loved Las Vegas, and I can’t wait to go back. It’s so much fun—you’re surrounded by people who are having a blast, the lights are amazing, and there’s just so much to do! It’s also really loud there. If you’re looking for peace and quiet, this probably isn’t the place for you.

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Last day to submit your DMC!

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Submit your DMC for a chance to be featured in Special Events Magazine

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Recovering the Cuisine of Indigenous Peoples

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Thirty Nine Restaurant, located within the First Americans Museum in Oklahoma City, serves up dishes filled with Indigenous ingredients. When chef and food historian Loretta Barrett Oden founded the Corn Dance Café in Santa Fe in 1993, it was heralded as the first restaurant in the United States to showcase the Indigenous cuisine of America. At the time, “you could go to any city in this country and find Mongolian barbecue, Italian, French, everything,” said Oden, a member of the Citizen Band Po