ADMEI
MAY 15, 2024
3 Reasons to Hire an Accredited DMC 15 May 2024 In the dynamic realm of event management, trade shows serve as pivotal hubs for engagement, networking, and brand representation. A well-designed exhibitor booth not only attracts attention but also fosters meaningful interactions, driving the success of a Destination Management Company (DMC) and its events.
Smart Meetings
MAY 13, 2024
Meeting experts weigh the positive aspects of generative AI The introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the meetings industry has become a certified gamechanger. But how exactly can AI help meeting planners tackle their everyday jobs? Smart Meetings chatted with Amy Kramer, innovation leader for Martiz ; Nick Borelli , an instructor at PCMA Event Leadership Institute and marketing director with Zenus Inc.; and Alex Berube, co-founder of New York City-based Reposite to discuss this tren
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Motivation Excellence
MAY 13, 2024
When we speak about culture in a business setting, we are often referring to the general vibe of the company. It may be comprised of its goals, mission and vision statements, employee interactions and added non-cash company benefits, like charity days, and reward and recognition programs. Cultur al awareness, however, is a different topic altogether.
Pádraic Gilligan
MAY 17, 2024
Pádraic Gilligan, Managing Partner, SoolNua & Chief Marketing Officer, SITE In a recent session at IMEX Frankfurt, I had the privilege of participating in a panel discussion with fellow business events professionals Irina Graf (The MICE Blog), Gregory Baur (Zurich Convention Bureau) and Marvin Zemp (Luzern Convention Bureau). The focus of our session was on.
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
Bizzaboo
MAY 15, 2024
You’ve mastered the art of event evolution — from in-person to virtual to hybrid (where in-person meets virtual). But have you added satellite events to your strategy? According to the inaugural Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Event Technology Platforms , there’s a noticeable shift in the event industry from large, travel-heavy conferences to smaller, localized events.
Convene by PCMA
MAY 13, 2024
A planner’s work is so varied, there is no shortage of song titles that strike a chord with their role. Beth Surmont, CMP-Fellow, FASAE, CAE Event planning is like a really good love song. There are nights with very little sleep, extreme highs and frustrating lows, and moments of awe. It leaves you in pain but somehow still satisfied at the same time.
MICE Travel Today brings together the best content for MICE professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Travel Daily Media
MAY 14, 2024
The post Accor remains first-class accommodation partner of Pacific Airshow appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. Pacific Airshow Gold Coast is thrilled to announce a two-year partnership extension with Australia’s largest hotel operator, Accor, as the official accommodation partner of the event. Building on the phenomenal success of its debut in 2023, Pacific Airshow Gold Coast is set to return to Surfers Paradise from 16 to 18 August 2024.
Meeting Package
MAY 10, 2024
Remote working has been at the heart of MeetingPackage since the very beginning. The MeetingPackage team consists of professionals from over 20 nationalities, many of whom live worldwide.
Special Events
MAY 14, 2024
How artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the event experience
EHL Insights
MAY 15, 2024
This article explains how positive guest experiences and cultural experiences go hand-in-hand in hospitality. Having lived and worked all over the world – or pretty much – one of the things I am particularly conscious of is culture. I make a point of reading up on a culture – a country’s history, its people, customs, and religions; not to mention understanding its cuisine and gaining an appreciation of the language.
The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.
Smart Meetings
MAY 16, 2024
In 1996, Disney Institute launched to teach the highly successful Disney approach for customer satisfaction (or guest happiness, as Disney culture calls it) to managers and executives in a range of industries far removed from hospitality—like health care, automotive and retail. Yet Disney is not the only hospitality brand to share its success formula with others for a fee.
Travel Daily Media
MAY 15, 2024
The post Prague remains among world’s most sought-after ‘Meeting Destinations’ appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. According to the latest data, the Czech capital has improved year-on-year not only in terms of the number of meetings and conferences held here, but also in terms of the number of delegates who arrived for these events.
InEvent
MAY 16, 2024
There are many benefits to hosting an event, so even though they can be costly, they’re still worth it for many brands and organizations. However, if your goal is to minimize expenses to maximize your ROI, it’s worth exploring strategies for cost-effective event management. In this article, we’ll discuss some of the most cost-effective event … Post 9 Strategies for Cost-Effective Event Management in 2024 showed as first in InEvent.
Blue Spark Event Design
MAY 15, 2024
A shuttle schedule estimator typically refers to a tool we use in producing corporate conferences to calculate the logistics, timing, and costs associated with shuttle services. When it comes to corporate conferences, transportation is key to making a lasting impression on your guests. That’s why we take shuttle planning seriously, ensuring that every aspect of your transportation needs is calculated and accounted for.
EHL Insights
MAY 17, 2024
In the hospitality industry, success lies in the ability to integrate strategic business practices with the unique demands of the sector. A people-centric approach should be at the heart of everything you do, both in terms of delighting your guests and attracting and retaining the best talent. However, all too often, the demands of running a business can get in the way.
Smart Meetings
MAY 16, 2024
In this episode of the “What One Thing” podcast, JT Long, vice president and content director at Smart Meetings, sits down with Geoff Freeman, president and CEO of U.S. Travel, to discuss the crucial need for adequate tools to organize international conferences. They delve into why these conferences are vital for advancing economies, science, medicine and fostering global connections.
Travel Daily Media
MAY 10, 2024
The post TDM interviews Kritsanee (Kris) Srisatin, Founder and Managing Director, Stream Events Asia appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. Join Kris Srisatin in an insightful conversation about how Stream Events Asia is redefining boutique DMCs and learn why values like sustainability and gender equality are crucial for industry growth.
InEvent
MAY 15, 2024
Virtual meetings are essential in the communication toolkit for businesses in today’s digital age. However, this convenience also comes with newer risks to one’s digital presence. Unsecured meetings can result in eavesdropping, disruptions, and stealing of confidential information discussed during a meeting. Secure virtual meetings are necessary and should be a conscious practice to ensure … Post How To Improve Security For Your Virtual Meetings?
Convene by PCMA
MAY 15, 2024
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. RIP Office Bestie: Here’s the Upside to a Diminishing Need to Have a Friend at Work The sudden prolonged switch to remote work forced millions nationwide to quietly break up with their professional significant others.
Redfin
MAY 14, 2024
Fort Worth, TX, is more than just a city in the Lone Star State. With its rich cowboy culture, thriving arts scene, and bustling downtown, Fort Worth offers a unique blend of history and modernity. From its legendary cattle drives to its world-class cultural institutions, Fort Worth offers a blend of old-world allure. Whether you’re settling into a new apartment in Fort Worth , searching for homes for sale , or want to know more about this city, this Redfin article will dive into some inte
Smart Meetings
MAY 10, 2024
Darren Howard Darren Howard, Suncadia Howard joins Suncadia as director of golf. He began his career in 1991 when he became a PGA Class A Professional. He grew in his experience at prestigious golf clubs across the nation, organizing and executing events on both local and national levels. At Suncadia, he will work to optimize golf optimizations across the destination and work with course superintendents to improve courses’ playability.
Travel Daily Media
MAY 10, 2024
The post Super Songkran Success: A triumphant tale of Thai tourism’s economic, global, and social impact appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. Traveloka’s support of Thailand’s travel industry continues as the travel platform’s domestic search traffic grew by 60% from 8-21 April compared to the same period in March. This year Thailand’s iconic Songkran Festival 2024 was extended nationwide from 1 – 21 April following UNESCO’s recent recognition
Skift Meetings
MAY 17, 2024
Skift Take: Extra security precautions were put in place at this year’s RIMS RISKWORLD conference in San Diego after an active shooter situation shut down the final day of the 2023 conference in Atlanta.
Convene by PCMA
MAY 15, 2024
At Convening Leaders 2024, 800 people registered for the session “Unlocking Potential: Strategies for Advancing Women in Business Event Leadership Roles,” where Part One of the study was discussed. The full study is now available. (Whatever Media Group) The first part of the two-part global study of the “Advancing Women in Business Events Industry” report, released in January by the PCMA Foundation and Business Events Sydney (BESydney), revealed that although women make up 70 percent of the glob
Redfin
MAY 16, 2024
Discover the city of Atlanta, Georgia, where history, culture, and modernity collide to create a unique and captivating experience. Atlanta , the capital of Georgia, is a city that seamlessly blends Southern charm with urban sophistication. Home to the world’s busiest airport, this bustling metropolis is a melting pot of cultures, cuisines, and creativity.
Smart Meetings
MAY 17, 2024
Pablo Salas Pablo Salas, Hotel Dena Hotel Dena , in Pasadena, California, welcomes a new partnership with Salas, a celebrated Mexican Chef. He will provide guests with a soulful Mexican culinary experience at the hotel’s restaurant, Agents Only. Salas gained widespread prominence after appearing on “Iron Chef: Mexico” and his restaurant, Amaranta, was awarded one of the best restaurants in Mexico by various publications, along with other awards and recognitions.
MeetingsNet
MAY 17, 2024
Set for October 2-3, the Convene 4 Climate event will immediately follow PCMA’s Convening EMEA conference in Barcelona, but attendance will be limited to ensure small working groups. First introduced in early January, a new sustainability-strategies conference for the meetings and events industry that’s coming to Barcelona this October has a revised name and a new co-organizer.
MPI
MAY 16, 2024
While face-to-face interactions are invaluable, starting your WEC networking digitally on LinkedIn can give you a significant head start.
Convene by PCMA
MAY 15, 2024
This year, PCMA’s 20 in Their Twenties program honors exceptional young leaders in the business events industry. Class of 2024 member Laura Matley, Manager of Business Events at Ottawa Tourism, shares why she thinks sustainable event management is an opportunity for the business events industry, but also will create challenges for event professionals.
Redfin
MAY 16, 2024
In the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, Plano has a rich mix of history, culture, and innovation. Beyond its bustling urban landscape and thriving economy, Plano is teeming with fascinating facts and hidden gems waiting to be uncovered. From its role in shaping the telecommunications industry to its culinary diversity and unexpected green spaces, this Redfin article will guide you through the delightful and interesting facts that make Plano a city worth exploring.
InEvent
MAY 13, 2024
In the dynamic world of event management, understanding and tracking the right event KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and metrics is crucial for gauging success and making informed decisions for future events. This comprehensive guide will explore various essential event metrics, how to measure event success effectively, and how to utilize an event KPI dashboard to … Post 5 Key Metrics for Measuring Event Success showed as first in InEvent.
MeetingsNet
MAY 13, 2024
While touted as a time-saver, generative A.I. requires some “collaboration” between the user and the technology to generate content that’s unique to the target audience. Most meeting planners have likely discovered the benefits of ChatGPT and other generative-A.I. applications for creating titles and descriptions for event sessions as well as for marketing and other communications aimed at attendees, exhibitors, sponsors, and others.
Travel Daily Media
MAY 17, 2024
The post Sydney’s Change Agenda helping associations to ‘Meet with Purpose’ appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Business Event Sydney (BESydney) and International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) have been leading the way in business events for 65 years (55 years and 10 years respectively). Their trusted leadership in the impact of business events has meant the organisations are at the forefront of a new era of business events that focus on the pu
Convene by PCMA
MAY 15, 2024
Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where. Susan Richardson The Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) has appointed Susan Richardson as vice president of sales, effective June 10. Richardson previously served as vice president of meeting and conventions at Visit Detroit, where she led innovative sales initiatives that helped reintroduce Detroit to the meetings and conventions market.
Redfin
MAY 14, 2024
If you’re planning on moving to Colorado, add these cities to your list. Colorado is a mecca for tall mountains, high prairies, abundant outdoor recreation, and a widely varied climate. Across its five distinct regions (all above 3,000 feet), the state provides a mix of history, charm, and adventure, making it a great place to call home. People are taking advantage of this, too; Colorado’s population grew by nearly 15% from 2010 to 2020, almost twice the national rate.
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