Smart Meetings

JANUARY 17, 2019

Freeman Focuses on New Data Solutions Following Sale of Encore to PSAV. In a meetings world where attendee expectations are changing faster than the event app technology, anticipating the needs of groups is essential. PCMA and Marriott International joined forces to commission innovation consultancy Fahrenheit 212 to look into their analytical crystal ball and determine what trends would result in long-lasting shifts—and more importantly, what business event strategists can do to meet those evol

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Conferences that Work

JANUARY 14, 2019

We’ve all experienced the meeting question that isn’t. A session presenter or moderator asks for questions and someone stands up and starts spouting their own opinions. A concluding question (if they even have one) is little more than an excuse for their own speech. Are you tired of attendees making statements during question time? Here are ways to deal with audience questions that aren’t actually questions.

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Maritz Global Events

JANUARY 17, 2019

It’s no secret that the life of a meeting and event manager is stressful and challenging. But for all the frustration and aggravation it can cause, it can also be one of the most rewarding career paths you could imagine. How you view the job is a matter of perspective: those who succeed choose to focus on the bigger picture, rather than stumble over the smaller, immediate obstacles.

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Travel Daily Media

JANUARY 16, 2019

The post Babbling brooks and peaceful ponds: Pullman’s Laosian MICE experience appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Last week we ran the news of Pullman Luang Prabang’s new range of sustainable experiences for the eventing crowd. But, with news that the property has also just unveiled a new ballroom for it’s Convention Centre, I sought out acting GM, Denis Dupart, to find out more about this very special Laosian MICE offering.

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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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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 17, 2019

Conferences can be powerful catalysts for learning, networking and growing together—an efficient way for industry professionals to meet other professionals and share their experiences. But what happens when the event is over? Most people go home with a pocket full of business cards they’ll likely never look at again and too many companies head back to their headquarters without much to show for the event except a slightly longer email list to manually update—if that.

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Crowdriff

JANUARY 16, 2019

The beginning of a new year signals that it’s time for reflection. At CrowdRiff, we’re proud of the wealth of tourism marketing knowledge that we shared on our blog and in our resource centre in 2018, but are keen to reflect on what our readers enjoyed the most. 2018 was a big year for me too. I hiked the Grand Canyon, discovered my love for Korean BBQ, and hopped on the CrowdRiff rocket ship as the new content marketing manager.

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Meeting Tomorrow

JANUARY 14, 2019

In an ever-evolving event planning industry, we understand that future-forward thinking doesn’t just keep Meeting Tomorrow’s approach to events two steps ahead, but more importantly, it allows us to keep our clients successful, regardless of which wave or event planning trend rolls in. With that said, we credit our talent for planning for the future to our ability to stop, look and learn from the past.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 15, 2019

Photo credit: Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts. Want to leverage the simple elegance of a natural, balanced space for your next gathering? You can rent many of the masterpieces from the early 1900s designed by iconic architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The connection to nature, quality craftsmanship and calming lines he became famous for are the same elements that will elevate the thinking at your next meeting.

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Beyond Summits

JANUARY 13, 2019

Are you still striving for products of China tourist destinations and related tourism information? Are you still struggling to provide your clients a variety of high-standard China inbound tourism products that meet the market demand? China. Cross-Border Tourism. Haikou.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 15, 2019

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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.

Endless Events

JANUARY 16, 2019

Are you using video to enhance your conference? If you aren’t you are missing out in a big way! Gone are the days where slides are enough to keep your audience interested. Video can be a unique and engaging way to build excitement and inform your audience about events, speakers and so much more! Today Will Curran will walk you through 4 types of video that all conferences need to create your best conference yet!

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 17, 2019

In a move that will impact meeting professionals around the world, Marriott International will be unveiling a new, unified loyalty program on Feb. 13 that will replace its three current loyalty brands. Marriott Bonvoy will replace Marriott Rewards, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards and Starwood Preferred Guest, which were integrated in August under one account, profile, login and points balance.

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Meeting Tomorrow

JANUARY 15, 2019

To be fair, microphone feedback isn’t always bad. Think, The Beatles, Jimmy Hendrix, The Who, and on and on. For some audiences, feedback is just fine. But, if you’re speaking in the event or conference environment, chances are you have a different audience. One that expects zero microphone feedback and presentations that come across as crisp, clean and easy on the ears.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 15, 2019

While the featured speaker at your conference may only be on stage for 40, 60 or 90 minutes, as a meeting professional, you are most likely “on stage” throughout the entire conference. From corporate clients to team members, venue partners to service providers and conference chairs to attendees—the variety and number of people you are in contact with seems to be endless.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 14, 2019

An armor-clad soldier thrusts a sword toward the sky in a mountain meadow. No, it isn’t a scene from a Viking battle—it’s an attendee at one of the many mountain festivals where travelers can enjoy good food, wine and lots of alpine recreation. Here are some of the top upcoming celebrations. Savor the Summit . View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Park City Area Restaurants (@parkcityrestaurants) on Dec 9, 2018 at 3:11pm PST.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 16, 2019

The Freeman Company sold its Encore Event Technologies unit to national event production company PSAV while its Freeman brand experience division is focusing on a problem many planners and companies have struggled with—event data analysis. ROI Analysis Made Easier. In early January, Freeman launched Data Solutions , which includes five software and service offerings that allow planners to create and execute successful events by better tracking key analytics.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 15, 2019

January is national human trafficking awareness and prevention month. Sex trafficking is an issue that feels almost impossible to solve but if everyone took steps to recognize the signs and help we could make an impact. The International labor organization estimates that over 40 million people are living in trafficking worldwide, 1 out of 4 being children.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 18, 2019

A decade after the 2008 recession, the industry appears to be stable, with steady growth on the horizon according to a new report from American Express Meetings & Events (M&E), a division of American Express Global Business Travel (GBT). “2019 will be a growth year for the meetings industry, with activity expected to increase across all meeting types and regions,” said Issa Jouaneh, M&E senior vice president and general manager.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 15, 2019

The government shutdown is leaving airports cross the United States with understaffed security checkpoints and long lines as some Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents are refusing to work after weeks of not being paid. TSA announced this morning that the national rate of unscheduled absences is at 6.8 percent, compared to last year’s rate of 2.5 percent.

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