Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
Businesses today are constantly striving to work out how they can achieve more, improve and work more economically, often through meetings and brainstorming sessions. Brainstorms provide a valuable platform for sharing ideas and planning creative ways to tackle challenges as a business. But how can you make sure that you’re getting the most out of your brainstorming sessions?
Endless Events
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
Today we are joined with a dynamic duo Samantha Vogel and Judy Payne of GameStop. Together their event department raises millions of dollars in sponsorships and create an event that crosses generational boundaries, uses creative ideas to engage their audience, all while meeting stakeholder objectives. For those not familiar, GameStop is a worldwide retailer and the largest selling retailer in the video game industry.
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Eventbrite
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Bringing exhibitors and attendees together for a successful event starts with a great conference theme. Here are some strategies for choosing one that goes hand in hand with your brand. The post Find Your Next Great Conference Theme With These Brainstorming Steps and Ideas appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.
Conferences that Work
FEBRUARY 25, 2019
Study this 1839 dinner seating layout. What’s wrong with this picture? Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post Dinner seating — a study appeared first on Conferences That Work. No related posts.
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
Smart Meetings
MARCH 1, 2019
Four Seasons Hotel Houston Lobby. Featuring everything from bedtime storybooks to digital books and new titles, library rooms are popping up at high-end properties. Some have transformed a classic room into a book suite, while others have turned the lobby lounge in a literary club or have teamed up with specific companies to offer books for bedroom reading.
Endless Events
MARCH 1, 2019
Today we are introducing our newest #EventIcons host, Lindsay Martin-Bilbrey! Lindsay is the CEO of Nifty Method Marketing & Events and the Vice President of Marketing & Partnerships at Pathable. Lindsay is a lively event professional armed with a very diverse background in the events industry and specializes in topics such as inbound and event marketing, attendee engagement , and so much more.
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MeetingsNet
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
This week's Mobile World Congress featured chip implantation on a human during a presentation. Besides the introduction of new 5G-based services and smartphones, this week's Mobile World Congress in Barcelona featured a strange but compelling session: One attendee chose to have a radio frequency identification chip implanted under the skin on his hand while on stage , to demonstrate the ease with which the chips—the size of a few grains of sand—can be inserted and removed.
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
Smart Meeting East National. A post-event recap provides useful information to your stakeholders and community on key takeaways from the event. But sometimes this important step is forgotten or postponed in the flurry of activity. However, this essential tool is most useful in the days after the event. In fact, the best time to publish this report is within 48 hours of the event ending.
Maritz Global Events
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
It’s no longer a concept meant for sci-fi films and futuristic visions: facial recognition technology is here and it’s poised to transform the meetings and events industry as we know it. Imagine this scenario: an attendee walks into your event late, flustered and needs their badge. However, they conveniently forgot the printout with their confirmation, the email is nowhere to be found on their phone (if they can even find that) and they are running late for an important appointment.
Travel Daily Media
FEBRUARY 24, 2019
The post Hilton set to ‘wow’ MICE world with new Signia Hilton brand appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Signia Hilton Indianapolis. Hilton has launched Signia Hilton, its new meetings-and-events-focused brand, designed for meeting professionals and business travellers. “In our 100th year of hospitality, we are more focused than ever on providing exceptional experiences to all of our guests – and that includes evolving those experiences to meet their changing ne
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
FEBRUARY 25, 2019
A lot has changed since Conrad Hilton’s parents turned their general store into a hotel for traveling salespeople in San Antonio, New Mexico, in 1919. His mother cooked homemade meals for guests and his father managed the front desk. Hilton and his brother, Carl, manned the store. Today, the global hospitality company boasts 570 properties under flags as diverse as Curio, Tapestry and Canopy, with another 90 on the way in the next three years.
BizBash
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Beverly Hills philanthropists Christine and Gabriel Chiu threw a vibrant, design-heavy event to celebrate the Year of the Pig.
Endless Events
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
You’ve probably noticed a lot of fees when you are looking at venues. The venue AV charges really seem to pile up. I’m sure you have seen them before in the form of wifi fees, third-party AV fees, power fees, and the list goes on. As you are seeing the fee’s mounting on you may have even wondered, “Can I negotiate AV charges?
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Privacy has become the top necessity for event planners, according to a new report from Benchmark Resorts & Hotels. The global hospitality company released its “ Top 10 Meeting Trends for 2019 ” report based on insights gleaned from interactions with event professionals all over the world. “We learn a lot from our guests, often by observation in addition to their direct feedback,” says Ted Davis, Benchmark’s chief sales and marketing officer.
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
Today’s business travelers are on the road more than ever before and are faced with new stressors on a daily basis, from longer wait times at the airport to managing demanding schedules while out of the office. Unfortunately, travel stressors are typically the kick-off to the meeting experience and can leave attendees drained and exhausted by the time they arrive at the destination.
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
With all the news coverage of “planetary health diet” —a set of guidelines designed to promote eating habits that are good for the planet and for our bodies—sustainable food is back in the spotlight. Wellness and eco-friendly eating aren’t just fads any more; they’re a crucial shift in the way we engage with food. Caterers are uniquely positioned to promote them—and profit from them.
Smart Meetings
MARCH 1, 2019
“Leaders, commit.” That was the message delivered on Thursday by Jodi Low, founder of U & Improved, a heart-based leadership development consulting company, from the stage at Sheraton Grand Los Angeles, and demonstrated at the one-on-one tables in California Ballroom at Smart Meeting Southwest. “Commitment is key,” Low said. It is so easy to shine just by following through with what you say you will do because that is rare today.
Smart Meetings
MARCH 1, 2019
Honest feedback is the secret to planning a successful event. While you can follow trends in events, there’s nothing quite like getting information directly from the source—your attendees. Well-designed surveys are crucial to improving your product. Only attendees can provide you with real insight. So, consider incorporating surveys throughout the event timeline.
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
With a focus on creating a better experience for business travelers and innovating the industry for meeting professionals, Hilton will be opening three new hotels under a new brand. The meetings- and events-focused brand, Signia Hilton , is scheduled to eventually go global; its triad of openings will begin with Signia Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, Signia Hilton Atlanta and Signia Hilton Indianapolis.
Smart Meetings
MARCH 1, 2019
Waterparks are not just for families anymore. Meeting at full-service properties that include multiple swimming pools, waterslides and swim-up bars does not mean that board meetings will be held on the diving board—although poolside welcome receptions can start an event off on a festive note. The experts at The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka’anapali shared some secrets for slipping a little Wai Ola , water of life spirit, in your next gathering.
Smart Meetings
MARCH 1, 2019
Sustainable meetings are now a requirement, rather than a luxury, but smart event professionals are integrating other green elements into their agendas to surprise and delight. The experts at The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort suggested some fresh takes on activating the verde in your next event. Verdant Backdrops. Whether it is a closing reception or the view out the conference room glass doors, staging an event at a venue where a lush tropical forest and blue ocean stretch as far as the eye can se
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
AC Hotel Nashville Downtown. Event professionals in Nashville now have more choices. On Tuesday, Marriott opened its first tri-branded property—an integrated AC Hotel Nashville Downtown , SpringHill Suites and Residence Inn. More than 9,000 sq. ft. of indoor-outdoor meeting space perches on the 21st floor, where TRB (The Rooftop Bar) overlooks Music City Center’s 2.1 million sq. ft. of meeting and exhibit space in what is known as the SoBro district (South of Broadway) with easy access to Countr
Smart Meetings
MARCH 1, 2019
From quirky to luxe, these are directionally appropriate. More: Nip & Tuck: Midtown Adjacent. Moxy San Diego Cheeky amenities that pay homage to the city’s naval history—think Navy “dungaree” denim headboards and porthole mirrors in the 126 guest rooms—plus hotel check-in on wheels with a custom lobby “trike” that issues digital room keys and welcome nitro-cocktails make this brand-new Southern California property an indelible choice near San Diego Convention Center.
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 25, 2019
More: 7 Smart Moves at Hyatt Regency Austin and More. Dragan Andrejic Andrejic is the general manager of The Elizabeth Hotel in Fort Collins, Colorado. The Serbian native has experience in a variety of leadership positions, including Park Hyatt Washington, D.C., and Kimpton Donovan Hotel in Washington, D.C. Most recently, he served as general manager of Kimpton Rouge Hotel in Washington, D.C.
Smart Meetings
MARCH 1, 2019
We all know that location matters. But some places lend themselves to unique meeting opportunities better than others just based on the surroundings. The hospitality experts at Marriott Marquis Houston—home of the world’s largest Texas-shaped rooftop lazy river—know a thing or two about connecting attendees to the destination and to each other. Here are some tips for channeling that big-city vibe without losing the down-home feeling.
Smart Meetings
MARCH 1, 2019
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago – Alsip. The Chicago Southland team is ready to assist you in visiting our area for the ultimate FAM—365 days a year. You choose the day you’d like to visit and let us put together a full itinerary to meet your group’s needs for the perfect FAM in Chicago Southland. Whether you need assistance for site visits, collateral material or simply interested in hosting an event in our area, we are ready to make your job easier—and fun!
Smart Meetings
MARCH 1, 2019
Boise, Idaho is full of surprises, but foremost among them is just how easy it is to be a visitor. Boise makes it convenient to combine business with recreation, including stellar outdoor adventure and cultural amenities because the city’s many offerings are all within minutes of each other. Start with flights in and out of this lively, growing city: the Boise Airport offers 20 nonstop flight options, serviced by seven airlines, with connecting flights to thousands of cities worldwide.
Endless Events
FEBRUARY 25, 2019
You’ve seen the headlines by now PSAV Acquires Encore. You may have also recently seen our article about the recent acquisition of Encore Event Technologies by PSAV. On this episode of Event Tech Podcast Will Curran of Endless Events and Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting take a deeper dive into what this could mean for the events industry and AV companies.
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 25, 2019
Courtesy: sandiego.org. A 390-foot pedestrian bridge originating south of the U.S. border in Tijuana has increased international attendance at San Diego meetings substantially, despite President Donald Trump’s declaration of a National Emergency, local experts report. In fact, since Cross Border Xpress (CBX) opened in 2015, connecting Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) to a terminal in Otay Mesa, at the southern tip of San Diego, the number of international visitors attending events in the city
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