Smart Meetings

MAY 9, 2024

Are you ready for the next crisis to strike at your event? What plan do you have in place to communicate important messages to your attendees? Crisis communication is an essential, if often overlooked, element for all events. In fact, I believe it is so critical that I just took the time to complete a dual master’s degree in Emergency and Disaster Management & Homeland Security from American Military University on top of my certifications in Crisis and Disaster Management from American Milit

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 9, 2024

You have heard of craft beer, craft cocktails and even craft stores, but how about craft events? Playing on the small-batch distilling and culinary legacy in Louisville, Kentucky, Meeting Professionals International (MPI) is approaching its annual World Education Congress as a personally crafted experience that allows attendees to build a calendar of sessions that fits their career goals.

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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.

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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.

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Special Events

MAY 14, 2024

How artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the event experience

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Smart Meetings

MAY 15, 2024

Bring your meetings to destinations that go above and beyond Looking for a meeting space that is versatile, unique and nails top-notch hospitality? You may find it in an innovative, high-tech NYC venue; or, perhaps a characteristic boutique hotel in beautiful Boise. Maybe Cleveland is the place for you, where history and modernity go hand-in-hand. Whatever you’re looking for, these new and renovated hotels and venues are waiting to host you.

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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.

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.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 9, 2024

The post TAT hosts key ME travel professionals and media at exclusive dinner during ATM appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) hosts an Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Networking cocktails and dinner at CeLaVi Restaurant in the Address Sky View, Dubai. The event was attended by high-ranking officials from TAT, including Thapanee Kiatphaibool, TAT Governor; Siripakorn Cheawsamoot, TAT Deputy Governor for International Marketing (Europe, Africa, Middle

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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?

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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

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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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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.

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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

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Redfin

MAY 13, 2024

From the red-rock mesas contrasting against deep blue skies to ancient adobe villages nestled amidst the rugged terrain, New Mexico’s landscapes are timeless and treasured. With the sweeping vistas of the Chihuahuan Desert to the lush greenery of its river valleys and sparkling lakes, New Mexico has plenty of places to enjoy nature. If you’re looking to live in New Mexico, there are plenty of charming lakefront towns where you can easily access these breathtaking landscapes.

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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.

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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.

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MeetingsNet

MAY 10, 2024

Recent hotel data shows that the top 25 markets are in demand and priced accordingly. But among second- and third-tier cities, demand is muted and prices are more reasonable. After group demand at hotels grew every month in 2023 compared 2022, this year is not proving to be much more accommodating for meeting budgets. But for planners who have flexibility with location, the worst of the price hikes might be avoidable.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 9, 2024

The post ATM 2024 sees 15% year-on-year growth, setting a new show record with more than 46,000 attendees across four days appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. More than 46,000 industry professionals from over 160 countries – including 33,500 visitors – attended the 31 st edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which concluded in Dubai, UAE.

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Redfin

MAY 14, 2024

Welcome to Corpus Christi, TX, where sun, sand, and sea converge to create a coastal paradise unlike any other. From its pristine beaches to its bustling downtown, this waterfront city is brimming with fascinating hidden treasures waiting to be discovered. Whether you’re settling into a new apartment in Corpus Christi or searching for homes for sale , this Redfin article will dive into some interesting facts about Corpus Christi that you’ll want to add to your trivia night.

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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.

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Solimar International

MAY 9, 2024

According to the forecasts from the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the global tourism sector is anticipated to witness a substantial increase, with projections indicating a surge to 1.8 billion tourists annually by 2030. This growth underscores the pivotal role of tourism destinations in driving economic progress. However, the sector’s expansion is poised to be significantly impacted by the effects of climate change, both directly and indirectly.

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MeetingsNet

MAY 10, 2024

The second part of a report from the PCMA Foundation and Business Events Sydney provides women in the industry with concrete steps for moving up, and for changing how their organizations prepare women for leadership roles. After releasing in January the first part of a research-based analysis that’s especially important for an industry dominated by women, the Professional Convention Management Association Foundation and Business Events Sydney have now released the final part of their “Advancing

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 9, 2024

The post South African Tourism to host over 40 Indian trade partners at Africa’s Travel INDABA 2024 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. South African Tourism is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated ‘Africa’s Travel INDABA 2024’, set to take place in the picturesque province of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. This year, the event will host over 40 esteemed Indian trade partners.

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Redfin

MAY 13, 2024

Memphis, TN , is a city steeped in musical history and cultural significance. From the iconic Beale Street to the legendary Sun Studio, the city exudes a rhythm and soul that is palpable in every corner. Living in Memphis means immersing yourself in the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll and the home of the blues, where the vibrant energy of the city is sure to inspire and captivate you.

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Convene by PCMA

MAY 13, 2024

PCMA EduCon 2021 attendees paint parts of a mural project that was completed during four PCMA events over two years. Research shows that incorporating art into your events can promote strong connections. (Whatever Media Group) There’s a solid link between something as simple as spending a few moments coloring and our sense of well-being, write Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross, authors of Your Brain on Art: How the Arts Transform Us.

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Special Events

MAY 10, 2024

Special Events industry news

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