Conferences that Work
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
Why aren’t unconferences more popular? Events and media consultant Julius Solaris shared at the Unforgettable Experience Design Summit that he was initially very enthusiastic about unconference format events. He thought conferences would eventually adopt unconference models. But Julius didn’t see them catch on and now focuses on other aspects of the meeting industry.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Give a shout out to your partners! The annual Platinum Choice Awards serves as the perfect opportunity to show appreciation for your favorite hotels and CVBs. All votes are entered to win one of three $100 Amazon Gift Cards. The deadline to get your votes in is Sept. 30. Winners will be announced in the December Smart Meetings Magazine. Vote Now! Take a look at last year’s Platinum Choice winners here.
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Motivation Excellence
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Carrie Fox is a repeat employee, and we’re sure happy to have her back as a coordinator in our travel department! She’s our focus for this month’s Get to Know ME segment. She’s crafty and grateful and full of good vibes! Thanks, Carrie, for sharing your thoughts on our monthly questions. What’s your current title and how long have you been in the incentive industry?
Traveler's Q
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
In today’s digital age, having a successful event website is essential for maximizing your event’s online reach. An event website serves as a centralized location for all information related to the event, from event details and registration to agenda and speaker bios. When designed and executed correctly, an event website can attract more attendees, increase engagement and participation, and ultimately lead to a more successful event.
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
Best Corporate Events
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives benefit businesses, their employees, and their local communities. CSR team building events are often one core component of broader programs. But to get the most value for everyone involved, it’s vital to choose the right CSR team building partner. An ideal partner will deliver programs that create fun, emotionally powerful, memorable shared experiences for employees.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Profiles on five woman chefs of color leading the culinary industry Chef Alice Seo, DM of Wolfgang Puck Catering in Seattle, was one of five incredible woman chefs of color in a leadership position who spoke to Smart Meetings about their careers. In her interview with Smart Meetings, she recalled watching an interview of Madeline Albright, the first female U.S.
MICE Travel Today brings together the best content for MICE professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Convene by PCMA
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
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. How to Make a Real Work Friend — And Why It’s So Important Research shows that forming connections with your coworkers is good for your career, and your overall happiness. But how do you go about making genuine connections with coworkers or other like-minded individuals in your industry?
Bizzaboo
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
We are thrilled to announce that Bizzabo has been honored with ten 2023 Fall awards from G2 , the largest and most trusted software marketplace. Based on reviews from verified customers, these awards recognize Bizzabo’s dedication to crafting extraordinary experiences, and our commitment to being a leader in event excellence. More than 80 million people annually — including employees at all of the Fortune 500 — use G2 to make smarter software decisions based on authentic peer reviews.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
The need for change in travel and tourism The hospitality industry is continuing its efforts towards improving sustainability, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) with cross-sector discussions and in-person activities. The Power of Partnership Stewardship Summit (POPS) is taking place in Richmond, Virginia, on Oct. 15th through the 18th is a collaboration between Tourism Cares, Cultural Heritage Alliance, Inc., The Travel Foundation and the U.S.
Fox World Travel
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Written by: Brooke Blouse, Program Manager – Meetings & Incentives In the fast-paced world of corporate events and activities, successful planning and execution require meticulous data management. This is where Cvent, a leading event management platform, steps in to revolutionize the way businesses handle their event logistics. Partnering with expert meeting planning teams, like the […] The post Streamlining Corporate Event Planning with Cvent: A Spotlight on Fox World TravelR
The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.
Convene by PCMA
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
Southwest Popular/American Culture Association 2023 Inaugural Summer Salon Date: June 8-9, 2023 Location: Virtual Attendees: 165 Website: southwestpca.org Founded in 1979, the Southwest Popular/American Culture Association (SWPACA) has met throughout the Southwestern United States for more than 40 years, with Albuquerque, New Mexico, its primary annual meeting host.
Travel Daily Media
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
The post Noor Riyadh 2023 to be held from 30 Nov to 16 Dec in Saudi Arabia appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Noor Riyadh, the Largest Light Art Festival in the World, will return for its third edition in Riyadh, with the festival running from November 30 to December 16, 2023, and the exhibition from November 30, 2023 to March 2, 2024.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
A thorough procurement process, though often unseen by the end consumer, plays a pivotal role in ensuring that organizations function optimally. It has been widely used by many industries to ensure they are working with quality suppliers. It can also be effectively used by meeting and event teams of all sized to deliver better end products. A properly implemented procurement process directly impacts the bottom line, operational efficiency and the quality of products or services.
Meeting Package
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Vancouver, Canada, Espoo, Finland – Event Temple, the award-winning hotel and venue management solution and MeetingPackage, the all-in-one solution for groups and meeting sales are thrilled to announce a strategic partnership and integration. This collaboration aims to redefine the landscape of the event booking and management process by offering a comprehensive, connected, and easy-to-use solution for hoteliers and venues worldwide.
Tourism Tiger
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Besides reading reviews about your business on TripAdvisor, people will browse your profile. Is one extra sale worth it? Two? Getting the best out of your online marketing involves squeezing out the little percentages in every space you occupy. Here’s Our 12 Steps: 1. Be descriptive in the business name.
Travel Daily Media
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
The post MarketHub Asia 2023: Shaping the future of travel in Bangkok appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Hotelbeds popular MarketHub is returning to Asia later this year to bring travel professionals from across the globe together in Bangkok from 21-23 November 2023. Amari Watergate Bangkok will host the upcoming edition of MarketHub Asia which, under the theme “Where next?
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Christopher Walling Christopher Walling Walling joins The Salamander Collection as vice president of operations and managing director of Innisbrook in Tampa Bay, Florida. He has worked with The Salamander Collection since 2022, formerly overseeing Aurora Anguilla Resort & Golf Club. In this new role, he will oversee all of Innisbrook’s daily operations and work to further synergize Salamander’s golf properties between Innisbrook, Aurora Anguilla and Half Moon in Montego Bay, Jamaica.
DCI
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
While event professionals and destination organizations are gearing up for IMEX America this October, it’s time to revisit and emphasize several meeting trends destinations must embrace to be successful. Understanding what meeting planners seek is essential to securing RFPs. Destinations that aren’t evolving with the times need to listen up because a great reputation as a leisure destination doesn’t immediately translate into big convention wins.
Convene by PCMA
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Last year, the results of Convene ’s Annual Salary Survey indicated that while planners were commanding higher salaries on average than before COVID, they felt a greater sense of unrest. For this year’s survey, we’ve introduced new questions to better understand how event organizers are being compensated — and therefore valued — within their organizations and in the larger business events post-COVID landscape.
Travel Daily Media
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
The post Phocuswright Conference releases full 2023 program appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Phocuswright, the leading travel industry research and events authority, has released its full 2023 program for The Phocuswright Conference, which will be held November 13-16 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Phocuswright recently announced the conference theme, ‘You, Me & the Machine’, centered around the massive implications of artificial intelligence for every aspect of tra
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
The MRN Agency proves diversity leads to success Sept. 15t h through Oct. 15 th , 2023 marks Hispanic Heritage Month and brings more awareness to the importance of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) while emphasizing that celebrating different cultures in the workplace and at your events is an asset. Organizations such as The MRN Agency have dedicated their data-driven marketing and event production company to representing diversity both within their company and through their installations an
Special Events
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
Podcast recommendations from industry expert Meghan Ely for learning and inspiration
EHL Insights
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Today, in the best marketing teams, nothing is improvised. Data is the most valuable asset for these teams, and decisions, strategies, and campaigns are based on it. Marketers in the hospitality industry have embraced this trend, but the data and skills to use it wisely are still lacking in many teams and companies in the sector.
Travel Daily Media
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
The post The Advantage Travel Partnership announces its 2024 conference is to be hosted in Mexico appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. The Advantage Travel Partnership has announced that its 2024 flagship annual industry conference will be hosted in Mexico, selected as an opportunity to showcase the destination as a market that is highly relevant to leisure and business travel.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Resorts sparkle silver, gold and emerald with grand openings and new renovations New and renovated resorts in Utah, Phoenix and San Rafael usher in the fall color palette of our dreams alongside refreshing redesigns and newly-opened spaces. Maybe you crave a destination brimming with history high in the mountains. Maybe you seek one glowing under the desert sun, or perched in the foggy green hills of the north San Francisco Bay.
Special Events
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Brand advice from event pros Alan Berg and Jamie Lee Quickert
Bizzaboo
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Social media has become one of the top low-cost strategies for event promotion. With more than 4.62 billion active users worldwide — that’s more than half the global population — there is a large audience of potential attendees that you can reach by promoting events on social media This article will share valuable tips and strategies for effectively leveraging social media — particularly LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok — for event promotion.
Travel Daily Media
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
The post ATM 2024 to explore how entrepreneurship is empowering innovation in ME’s travel industry appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Arabian Travel Market (ATM), the Middle East’s leading event for inbound and outbound travel and tourism professionals, has unveiled its next theme: ‘Empowering Innovation: Transforming Travel Through Entrepreneurship.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
While growing up in Acapulco, Mexico, Robert Sanchez, CMP, dreamed of becoming a fighter pilot. He imagined himself alongside the heroes of Top Gun, living a fast-paced life, helping people through service and enjoying days on the beach. He grew up to become one of Events Industry Council’s (EIC) proud Certified Meeting Professional (CMP). But this profession isn’t too far off; he tells Smart Meetings that “the discipline, preparation and vision” present in the fighter pilots of Top Gun are “all
Redfin
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Illinois’ luxury real estate market boasts a collection of extraordinary residences that redefine elegance. From sprawling estates nestled in lush landscapes in Glencoe to sleek urban penthouses with panoramic views in the Windy City , the state’s real estate market showcases a remarkable range of high-end properties that buyers are willing to pay premium prices for.
Fox World Travel
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Hello, fellow adventurers! I’m Lindsey Schultz, one of your trusted travel advisors based in our Oshkosh office. While embarking on a European adventure is exhilarating, it’s the pre-trip puzzle of packing that often leaves many travelers feeling overwhelmed. If you’ve ever found yourself pondering the age-old question, ‘What should I pack?
Travel Daily Media
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
The post Hong Kong’s legendary “Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance” returns this September appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance will feature more than 300 performers parading a 67-metre-long dragon through the grid-like streets of the charming Tai Hang district. (Photo: Hong Kong Tourism Board) Hong Kong’s legendary Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance roars back to life this Mid-Autumn Festival, reigniting the flames of this revered ritual for
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Cynthia MacDonald, CMP After executing a great event, you can find Cynthia MacDonald, CMP, recharging on the beach before setting out to plan her next meeting and event experience. She grew up planning spectacular parties for her family and friends. In her adulthood, she has built an illustrious career as a meeting and event planner. She now works as a travel operations manager at Cascadia Motivation, a company that helps organizations develop, create and execute relationship enhancement prog
Redfin
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Moving a house is a monumental undertaking that involves not only physical logistics but also significant financial considerations. Whether you’re relocating a historic home to preserve its character or simply seeking a change of scenery, the cost of moving a house can be daunting. In this Redfin article, we’ll look at the costs of moving a house.
MPI
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
At IBTM Americas this week, we spoke with Talita Longuini, assistant managing director of sales - Caribbean and Latin America for Hilton, who shared her insights on the importance of the Latin American market and the brand’s latest developments in the region.
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