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Tackling In-person Events as a Team at nSight 2022

Smart Meetings

In early July, financial technology company nCino made an explosive return to in-person events in collaboration with The Special Event Company (TSEC). The ninth nSight conference was held in Raleigh, North Carolina, an up-and-coming technology hub between three major universities. To pull off the biggest nSight event to date, TSEC worked closely with nCino to turn their vision into a reality.

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Why Is There No Good Event Management Software?

Endless Events

The event management industry lacks robust software designed for the unique needs of the event management industry. Many event planners rely on tools not made for the industry and attempt to find alternative solutions for the tasks they must accomplish. . In today’s episode, Will and Brant talk about the event management industry’s unique client base and where event management software fails to meet client needs.

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Halifax, Nova Scotia – authentic experiences for incentive travel

Pádraic Gilligan

Pádraic Gilligan, Chief Marketing Officer, SITE & Managing Partner, SoolNua Golden Moments in Nova Scotia Great travel experiences have golden moments during which something triggers a change of consciousness, and, almost without prior warning, you’re transported to another realm, beyond the physical limitations of time and space that tether us to the here and now.

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Experiential Travel Explained: Players, Distribution Landscape, and Opportunities

AltexSoft Travel

Reality must be experienced. In the last few years (and especially after the pandemic), travel trends have dramatically shifted and multiple studies prove it. For example, TripAdvisor 2022 Report discovered that about three quarters of travelers are willing to see new places, with such priorities as having new experiences and learning about history and culture not far behind.

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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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Understanding the Value of Point-Based Awards

ITA Group

Understanding the Value of Point-Based Awards. Point-based award systems are an incentive and recognition best practice. Yet, the approach of “just give them cash” prevails in many programs despite being less effective. The advantages of points are clear: Higher intrinsic motivation and engagement. Ability to accrue points. Flexibility. Global relevance in awards and recognition.

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What Can Planners Expect for the Rest of 2022? Hilton Breaks It Down

Convene by PCMA

The team at Hilton has come up with a realistic approach to help event planners navigate an uncertain future. The past two years have presented a series of obstacles for the events industry, and 2022 continues to be particularly challenging. Event organizers are adapting to a more distributed workforce, mitigating burnout, working hard to attract and retain talent, and navigating ongoing volatility in the national and international markets.

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Moving to the Magic City? Check Out the Best Vegan Restaurants in Miami

Redfin

Miami is known for its warm weather, colorful nightlife, and fantastic beaches. But did you know the city also has an excellent vegan food selection? Whether you’re a vegan considering moving to Miami , or a current local renting an apartment in Miami Beach , the city is jam-packed with all the mouth-watering vegan food you’ll need. To help you decide which spots to check out first, we reached out to vegan food experts and asked them to share the best vegan restaurant food in the city.

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Elevate Your Incentives in Canada’s Diverse Destinations

FICP

Amidst soaring inflation and economic uncertainty, meaningful incentive rewards have become more important than ever. Rather than having their successes recognized with merchandise, today’s.

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The 10 Cloudiest Cities in the US, Ranked

Redfin

Weather can define a region and its identity. For example, cities like Astoria, OR, spend two-thirds of the year under a blanket of clouds, whereas desert cities such as Phoenix, AZ, generally see clear skies year-round. When deciding where to live, weather and climate are an important consideration. Perhaps you like warmer, sunnier weather, or maybe you like it rainy – knowing which type of weather you thrive in when choosing a city to live in is important.

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Elevate Your Incentives in Canada’s Diverse Destinations

FICP

Amidst soaring inflation and economic uncertainty, meaningful incentive rewards have become more important than ever. Rather than having their successes recognized with merchandise, today’s.

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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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Live streaming – Everything you should know

InEvent

Live streaming has become more common over the last ten years. This is attributable to the quick advancement of the technology that underpins live broadcasting. Broadcasters across various businesses find value in live streaming because it has many potential applications. This is particularly true given that studies have found that viewers engage with live material … Post Live streaming – Everything you should know showed as first in InEvent Blog.

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Your summer vacation 2022: What to expect from the travel industry

EHL Insights

Many of us have hardly left our country of residence, if at all, in the past 2-3 years. This year, the headwinds have changed, consumers are craving to finally get away and the statistics are starting to reflect a strong determination to do so. To decompress from the past few years, a far-flung location is on the wishlist for many, but whilst the virus seems to have become all but a distant memory, the subsequent challenges it has brought are all very real and ongoing with regards to our summer

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People on the Move

Convene by PCMA

Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where. John Leinen and Razak Kadiri. VisitPittsburgh has added John Leinen and Razak Kadiri to its business events sales team. Leinen will serve as the national sales director and work out of VisitPittsburgh’s Midwest satellite office, while Kadiri will serve as the national sales manager and work out of the Washington, D.C., satellite office.

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Elevate Your Incentives in Canada’s Diverse Destinations

FICP

Amidst soaring inflation and economic uncertainty, meaningful incentive rewards have become more important than ever. Rather than having their successes recognized with merchandise, today’s.

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News for Professionals: Career Advice and Ideas

Convene by PCMA

We get it, you’re busy. So, the Convene editors have curated the latest tips and trends in the world of work for you. Take a look at what caught our eye this past week. Comedic Affect: Why Making Each Other Laugh at Work Is an Important Stress Antidote, Engagement Booster. Such a strategy should be welcomed, but humor can be a minefield for organizations.

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Education Essentials: July 2022

FICP

Budgeting. [ buhj -it ]. Noun. An estimate, often itemized, of expected income and expense for a given period in the future. A plan of operations based on such an estimate.

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Who's News for July 14, 2022

Special Events

Special Events business news

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Education Essentials: July 2022

FICP

Budgeting. [ buhj -it ]. Noun. An estimate, often itemized, of expected income and expense for a given period in the future. A plan of operations based on such an estimate.

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TWT: Monkeypox Infections Rise, Hotels Continue Recovery

Smart Meetings

Editor’s note : This Week in Travel (TWT) is your essential guide to smoothing the road from here to there for your attendees and yourself. Monkeypox Rates Rise But Still Not a Pandemic. As of July 14, 359 confirmed orthopoxvirus/monkeypox cases—a designation established by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)—have been identified in New York, according to a statement during New York City’s Health Department virtual press conference.

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Education Essentials: July 2022

FICP

Budgeting [ buhj -it ] Noun An estimate, often itemized, of expected income and expense for a given period in the future. A plan of operations based on such an estimate.

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17 Must-Have Electronics For Easier Travel

Hotel Engine

Getting ready for a vacation or business trip is never an easy task. Whether you’re rushing to pack your bags or worried about forgetting something, you want the trip to go as smoothly as possible. Luckily, travel electronics can make your life much easier. With tourism and travel currently surging and projected to exceed pre-pandemic numbers , we could all use a little tech help!

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