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How to Move a 2,000-Person Expo to an MLB Stadium in 3 Months

Smart Meetings

Editor’s Note: Meeting professionals are still pivoting on the regular and can learn a lot from the experiences of their peers. We asked Mandi Graziano, vice president of global accounts for HPN Global and published author, to share a behind-the-scenes look at a recent event she planned that make a quick change. Three and a half months prior to my client’s largest annual trade show, we were notified that the San Diego Convention Center would be unable to host the program due to it being us

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JUNO Secures $3.5M in Seed Round Funding

Techsytalk

Success continues as need expands for virtual events, connection, education August 11, 2021 -- San Diego -- JUNO, a software company that connects and educates…

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As Canadian Border Reopens, 80% of International Business Events Hail from U.S.

Smart Meetings

Fully vaccinated groups from the United States were allowed into Canada again last week, so how it that going? More precisely, it is discretionary travel that is permissible again for the first time since the pandemic. Travelers need to upload proof of vaccination and travel details at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the Canadian government’s ArriveCAN app , whether coming by air or land.

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Brandlive Launches Greenroom, Partner Program and SDK for Resellers, Agencies and Virtual Event Platforms

Techsytalk

Brandlive releases the next version of its patent-pending Greenroom adding new show creation tools and support for partner integration and resale PORTLAND, Ore.

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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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Nevada Says No Masks at Large Gatherings…If You’re Vaccinated

Smart Meetings

On Monday, Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak announced large venues with a capacity of 4,000 or more can get rid of a mask mandate if everyone in attendance is fully vaccinated. Those who are partially vaccinated will be allowed inside but will be required to wear a mask. Children under 12, who are not yet eligible for inoculation, will also be required to wear a mask, Sisolak said.

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Federal Transportation Mask Mandate Extended Into 2022

Travel Pulse

The TSA and CDC today confirmed that the federal mask mandate on all public forms of transportation has been extended amid a Delta variant-fueled surge in COVID-19 infection.

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5 Learning Lessons from Meeting Planners Like You

Stova

What does it mean to plan an event in 2021? With the event landscape shifting day by day, it’s hard to keep a pulse on t he dos and don’ts of event planning and what it takes to make your next event successful. We’ve been talking to our event planners and have uncovered their biggest learning less ons during the last year and a half.

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CDC, State Department Add 4 More Countries To Highest COVID Risk Category

Travel Pulse

The CDC and State Department have again adjusted their travel advisories for several countries on the basis of their epidemiological situation, as the Delta variant alters the landscape.

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One-On-One With ITA Group’s Event Technologist Katie Young

ITA Group

One-On-One With ITA Group’s Event Technologist Katie Young. Event tech is evolving faster than ever, and it can be hard to stay on top of what might be important for your event and your attendees. Event Technologist Katie Young can help with that. Her passion for solving a client's problems through technology and working with a team of experts helps create impactful events that exceed expectations.

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Hilton Garden Inn Premieres in Downtown Austin

Business Traveler USA

Hilton has premiered the Hilton Garden Inn Austin University Capitol District, the eighth under the Garden Inn brand in the Texas state capital. The 214-room hotel is located in the city’s downtown within walking distance of 6th Street, between the Texas Capital Corridor and the University of Texas. The property features décor that reflects Austin’s live-music scene, including artwork made from vintage posters from the Austin City Limits Music Festival.

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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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American Express Global Business Travel awarded technology patents

Travel Daily News

US patents granted for hotel display and chatbot inventions.

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The #1 Operational Secret You Need to Simplify Your Business

National Association For Catering ane Events

Does your event business ever give you a headache? Do you reach a point where it’s just too much at the same time ? Sales calls, client deadlines, team meetings, admin tasks… As an entrepreneur, you have a lot on your plate. You might be scraping by just fine, but the reality is that you don’t need to stretch yourself thin to succeed in business. Imagine a life where your business runs almost entirely on its own.

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Building Wisdom and Gaining Professional Power Through Silence

Gavel International

Reading Time: 3 minutes “Silence is a source of great strength.” – Lau Tzu. The words of philosopher Lau Tzu are not wishful musings; they are backed up by science. A study found that in a high-pressure situation, both parties could gain power if they leveraged silence. (1). These days, most people are focused on getting time back.

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Hotel Purchases of PPE Supplies Are Declining

Business Traveler USA

Front Desk Supply, a hospitality industry supplier based in San Diego, CA, reports current sales data shows that while overall purchases of products for use in hotels are close to 2019 levels, there is a noticeable downward trend in the demand for personal protective equipment, or PPE. The decline in PPE product purchases comes even as the COVID-19 delta variant’s presence continues to increase and mask mandates are returning in many communities.

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The Complete Guide To Virtual Events in 2021

Eventtia

It’s crazy to think how much the events industry has evolved in recent times.

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CPP Group UK launches UK's first parametric lost luggage product

Travel Daily News

Partnership with Just Travel Cover grows the MGA’s foothold in travel insurance sector.