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7 Sweet and Savory Late-Night Hotel Snacks

Smart Meetings

The sun set hours ago, the clock keeps ticking and you’re still tapping away on the keyboard in your hotel room until the wee hours. Then, your stomach starts growling. The internal battle begins. Do you splurge on room service or the expensive in-room snacks? Do you order a pizza for delivery? Go to bed hungry? Some hotels have your late-night cravings handled with these creative—and sometimes nostalgic—offerings.

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A Complete Guide for Planning a Nonprofit Event- #EventIcons Episode 136

Endless Events

Planning a nonprofit event is no easy feat, it takes a great strategy and above all a big heart. These events require a commitment to the cause, an understanding of how to leverage the power of events to share a message and raise funds. Of course, on top of all that you still need to be a master of the event planning skills all planners need! Today we are so excited to have two very strong leaders joining us from this space.

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10 Trends Poised to Disrupt the Meetings Industry

MeetingsNet

The role of the corporate event planner today is more important than ever?—?shifting from a focus on procurement, planning, and logistics to becoming a key orchestrator of unique and memorable experiences. Brought to you by: The role of the corporate event planner today is more important than ever — shifting from a focus on procurement, planning, and logistics to becoming a key orchestrator of unique and memorable experiences.

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Aim to serve rather than please

Conferences that Work

Although I’m simultaneously overwhelmed and underwhelmed by the thousands of books and videos about “leadership” pumped out every year, a recent quote struck a chord: “You’ll do more good if you aim to serve more than you aim to please.” — S. Chris Edmonds For context, watch this two-minute video: While Chris focuses on the context of team leadership, I think that aiming to serve rather than please is also a useful rubric to keep in mind as a consultant.

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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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9 Unique Entertainment Ideas for Your Next Corporate Event

Smart Meetings

From small gatherings to large celebrations, corporate events are the perfect way to show gratitude to your employees. They can be great for team building as well as building morale, and when they’re done right, they can be a great experience for all. But ask employees what they think, and they’ll often tell you that corporate events are boring.

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Kansas Tourism Launches The State’s Only User-Generated Content Network, Powered by CrowdRiff

Crowdriff

Every day, people are sharing user-generated photos and videos that reflect their real Kansas experience. These visuals are authentic, trusted and highly influential in inspiring other travelers to visit and see for themselves that “There’s No Place Like Kansas”. DMOs around the globe recognize the power of inviting real people into their storytelling with UGC to promote destinations, attractions and experiences, but these efforts have been happening at an individual organizational level.

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“If you don’t challenge the norm you will get left behind” – Novotel Hua Hin GM

Travel Daily Media

The post “If you don’t challenge the norm you will get left behind” – Novotel Hua Hin GM appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Just a few weeks after he took up his first GM position at Novotel Hua Hin, I grabbed some time with the very busy and young hotelier, Bernardo de la Garza, to discuss his plans for the property: TD: What have been your greatest challenges with the new role?

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November Power Player: Trina Camacho-London

Smart Meetings

Trina Camacho-London. Face-to-face meetings are worth every ounce of time and energy that goes into coordinating and attending them, Trina Camacho-London believes. The Hyatt Hotels Corporation vice president of global group sales was named co-chair of Meetings Mean Business Coalition (MMBC) and sees much value in expanding her network and developing relationships.

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How Dollywood Drove $90,000 in Ticket Sales with CrowdRiff Galleries

Crowdriff

Dollywood is an attraction that means many different things to many different people. The iconic destination is home to a theme park, waterpark, two dinner theatres, a luxury resort and spa, private cabins, festivals, shows and plenty of entertainment. It’s also popular amongst a wide range of visitors; from the elderly to children, and a wide range of markets; from the cities and towns that surround Pigeon Forge, Tennessee to the furthest reaches of the country and beyond.

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10 Event Ideas & Products You Need to See from BizBash Live: New York

BizBash

Event and meeting professionals gathered at BizBash Live: New York, held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center on October.

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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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Why Staying Small is the Next Big Thing for Brand Events

Eventtia

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Insider Tips for Planners Bringing a Meeting to St. Louis

Smart Meetings

St. Louis has undergone an incredible transformation in the last few years, including a $380 million renovation and revitalization to the Gateway Arch grounds. The downtown area has truly become a world-class destination that is more convenient and accessible than ever before. In addition to the Gateway Arch renovation, the city boasts endless opportunities for meeting planners to organize an unforgettable and truly localized experience for their attendees.

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A DMO’s Guide to Measuring the ROI of Social Media

Crowdriff

It’s one thing to know that social media is important to your organization, but it’s another to be able to explain why. Good social media marketing means getting up close and personal not just with your audience, but also with the metrics that matter to your organization. . Why it’s important to measure social media ROI. You can more accurately: . Demonstrate the value of social media to your organization’s goals and business objectives.

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4 Food Rules Planners Need to Follow for Meeting Menus

BizBash

As recently as five years ago, planners would, at most, offer a vegetarian option along with one or two meat-based.

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How AV Unions Work – Whiteboard Wednesday

Endless Events

Working with AV unions can be really tricky. AV unions often have strict rules and restrictions, and sometimes they are hard to understand. It’s best to be educated and prepared when working with an AV Union to prevent being caught off guard. In today’s Whiteboard Wednesday, Will Curran will be taking you through how AV Unions work. He will cover the basics of contracts, how the staff is AV union staff is hired, shadow labor and more.

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Transportation of the Future: What You Need to Know about Hyperloop

Smart Meetings

HyperloopTT Concept Design. Imagine if attending a meeting in a different city, or even a different state, required nothing more than a quick afternoon trip. It could be possible with hyperloop technology, and recent headlines have caused us to wonder if it really will be the high-speed, eco-friendly transportation answer for the future. Since entrepreneur and investor Elon Musk first introduced the idea for hyperloop in 2013, multiple companies have been quietly working away, and there have bee

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Unconventional Ways Museums Can Use UGC to Promote their Exhibits

Crowdriff

A museum posts a photo of something from their collection. It’s a striking painting, and its vibrant colors jump off against the white walls. . But what makes it particularly interesting is the young woman in front of it. She’s swayed to the side, inspecting, admiring. Her presence in this photo is compelling. You might wonder: “What does she see, and what is she thinking?

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Events That Deliver Big Impact and Big Results

BizBash

Hartmann Studios is the go-to strategic partner for the world's top brands, developing and delivering experiences with lasting impact. For.

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How to Prepare for Conclave

Smart Meetings

When 300 certified meeting professionals arrive in Birmingham, Alabama, the second week of November for CMP Conclave , they will be greeted by three days of immersive education on every aspect of event planning—all of which counts toward continuing education units for recertification, of course. More: The Ultimate Road to CMP. They will also find fellow CMPs eager to talk about what they are seeing at their events and the tricks and tools that have allowed them to be successful.

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New Management Systems Lead the Charge for Industry Tech  

Smart Meetings

An increasing emphasis is being placed on the back-end software and management tools that allow planners to make the most of their time and money. As a result, such software dominates this year’s IBTM Technology Watch Awards shortlist of nominees. In 2015, the top entrants in the awards included mostly apps, allowing for easier networking, real-time communication or streamlined translation.

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Mexico City May Not Get New Airport

Smart Meetings

Mexico remains the meetings powerhouse of Latin America, but its vibrant capital city may have to do with runway additions at a nearby air base instead of heralding a shiny new airport. Mexican president-elect Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said on Oct. 29 that he intends to scrap construction of the $13 billion project to replace cramped and aging Mexico City International Airport (MEX).

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Come Alive to Celebrate Day of the Dead

Smart Meetings

Step across the marigold bridge to the Land of the Living for a Coco -inspired experience in Mexico and beyond. In the United States, last year’s Disney·Pixar animated film breathed new life into Day of the Dead, or Dia de los Muertos. The yearly observance is more than just candles, costumes and festivities. It is an important spiritual and religious observance in the Mexican culture that blends the Catholic All Saints’ Day with pre-Hispanic folklore.

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New York Hotel Aims to Give Big Lift to Meetings Industry

Smart Meetings

A new world-class hotel that could dramatically lift the conference and meetings industry in New York’s Southern Tier recently opened in the village of Celoron on the southeastern shores of Chautauqua Lake, 74 miles southwest of Buffalo. Chautauqua Harbor Hotel expects to bring a new level of luxury accommodations, conference facilities and service to the region, as well as guests from near and far.

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New & Renovated: Boutique, Stocked with Character

Smart Meetings

Extravagance and luxury are well and good. But sometimes your group fits best in a hotel with a character uniquely its own. Here are four properties with personality to spare. The Kinney SLO From beanbag chairs and hoodie bathrobes to California prints on the walls and a focus on igniting guests’ creativity, San Luis Obispo, California’s newest hotel invokes the best of campus and college nostalgia.

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Los Angeles is the New Sports Capital of the World

Smart Meetings

Over Los Angeles Sunday, April 29, 2018. Photo by Jon SooHoo. With its reputation for movie stars and the glamour of red carpet events, Los Angeles has long been known as the epicenter of entertainment. But with 10 major league professional sports teams, two new stadiums, and an all-star lineup of major events coming to the city, L.A. is looking a lot sportier these days.

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Experience the Premier Destination the Pacific Northwest is Talking About

Smart Meetings

Located in Ridgefield, Washington, about 20 miles north of Portland, Oregon, ilani attracts guests from around the region for premier gaming, entertainment and dining. Situated on 156 acres, the expansive 400,000-square-foot facility pays tribute to the heritage of the Cowlitz Tribe and beauty of the Northwest, incorporating natural elements and stunning views throughout.

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7 Smart Moves at Delano, ExCeL London & More

Smart Meetings

More: 7 Smart Moves—at Experience Columbus, Casa Velas and More. Todd Orlich SBE selects Orlich as Miami regional vice president and general manager of Delano South Beach in Miami. He was previously general manager of Montage Laguna Beach and Montage Beverly Hills. Orlich has also held leadership positions at Loews and Starwood Hotels. Some of the executive boards he has served are Beverly Hills Convention and Visitors Bureau, Laguna Beach Chamber of Commerce and Newport Beach Crystal Cove Alli

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Mexico City May Not Get New Airport

Smart Meetings

Mexico remains the meetings powerhouse of Latin America, but its vibrant capital city may have to do with runway additions at a nearby air base instead of heralding a shiny new airport. Mexican president-elect Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said on Oct. 29 that he intends to scrap construction of the $13 billion project to replace cramped and aging Mexico City International Airport (MEX).

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Show Your Clients Appreciation With Cirque du Soleil

BizBash

They've entrusted you with their business. They've been loyal partners over the years. Without them, you wouldn't be where you.

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Netflix's Spooky 'Sabrina' Premiere Asks Guests to Choose Between Light and Dark

BizBash

Netflix’s spooky new series The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina follows 16-year-old Sabrina Spellman as she grapples between embracing her powers.

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Watch: How British Airways Staged a Freddie Mercury Flash Mob

BizBash

The airline tapped baggage handlers at London's Heathrow Airport to pay tribute to Freddie Mercury with a flash mob on the late Queen singer's birthday, which also promoted the upcoming Mercury biopic Bohemian Rhapsody.

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Inside the BizBash Top 500: Four Event Pros on the Challenges Ahead and What Keeps Them in Events

BizBash

BizBash got people talking with the release of our first list of the Top 500 People in Events across North.

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10 Mouthwatering Pies Every Guest Will Want a Piece Of

BizBash

Every season is the right season for a piece of pie, but the holidays in particular bring to mind a.

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Modern Convention Centers Becoming a Dire Necessity

Smart Meetings

America’s Center Convention Complex Proposed Expansion. Over the past two years, the city and county of St. Louis have discussed plans to expand and renovate the destination’s 41-year-old, downtown America’s Center Convention Complex. Most of those discussions have treated the expensive renovations as much more of a necessity than a luxury. The breadth and strength of the modern meetings and events industry means groups have more choices than ever.

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