Advanced Travel and Tourism
APRIL 14, 2021
This month’s team spotlight highlights Account Executive Wayne Emerson. Wayne has been has been working in the travel industry throughout his career with a total of about 13 years. Wayne grew up in Alabama and now resides in Birmingham, AL. When asked about his favorite thing about working in tourism, he says it’s learning about all the destinations and what really makes them like no place else.
Social Tables
APRIL 13, 2021
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Conferences that Work
APRIL 12, 2021
We all have different responses to adversity, and none of them are “wrong” I write this post a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, sparked by the personal experience of an old friend, psychotherapist and author Nancy Leach. She shared the following: This was the journey. I thought I had successfully managed my emotional wellbeing through almost a year and a half separation from my daughter and grandson, who live in California.
ADMEI
APRIL 15, 2021
For months an ADMEI Focus Group met to discuss the essential service of a DMC and how some practices will change as DMCs return to business. Learn more about their discussions and next steps for communicating these new practices, focusing specifically on DMC value, the proposal process, utilizing an LOI or LOE and site inspection policies. This one-hour webinar shares the work that has been done and the communication/roll out plan, which was followed by a collaborative discussion the following w
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
AltexSoft Travel
APRIL 16, 2021
Whether your business is focused on selling airline tickets, package trips, or cruises, if you want to be acknowledged as a professional in the travel industry, you need to be certified. However, if you are a newbie, it might be a bit challenging to get through that labyrinth of IATA-ARC-VTC-CTD-IATAN acronyms and choose what’s right for you. We already have a detailed guide on IATA accreditation that is a good explainer of all the main concepts and parties in the travel agency accreditation pro
Stova
APRIL 16, 2021
The rise of innovation with v irtual events brings an interesting side effect: It ha s reset audience expectations of what online event programming should be. Gone are the days where a simply produced Zoom webinar will fly with attendees. Audiences have come to expect relevant, informative, TV -quality programming at virtual and hybrid events. When it comes to keeping virtual attendees engaged and preventing drop-off, the quality of content production is everything.
MICE Travel Today brings together the best content for MICE professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Eventbrite
APRIL 16, 2021
Few industries have undergone the kind of upheaval that the event industry has recently. COVID-19 has prompted the need to establish completely new safety requirements for events, and understanding the terminology and regulations can be overwhelming. Plus, the constant flux in regulations can make it even tougher to keep up. We’ve put together a glossary […].
Maritz Global Events
APRIL 14, 2021
With the sudden lockdown of the world due to Covid-19 in 2020, we needed to quickly develop a new plan for the upcoming International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) 59th Annual Congress later that year — a virtual + F2F experience that would enable us to bring people together all across the globe.
MeetingsNet
APRIL 12, 2021
Fresh off his recognition by MPI as Young Professional of the Year, Zaman Ishaad is pushing ahead on his short- and long-term career goals during this unique moment for live events. In early April, Meeting Professionals International announced the 2021 recipients of its RISE Awards, given to planning pros who exemplify leadership, innovation, and impact in their work.
Special Events
APRIL 12, 2021
The changes ushered in by 2020 go well beyond standard typical algorithm changes and newsfeed saturation.
The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.
ITA Group
APRIL 15, 2021
6 Considerations When Deciding a Loyalty Program vs. Incentive Program. A loyalty program is not the same as an incentive program. While many people—even professionals in the field of motivation—use the words interchangeably, that is a mistake. The difference is that loyalty isn’t something you can achieve easily—it’s the long con; the sum of all the parts.
Redfin
APRIL 13, 2021
Today’s housing market is fierce! Due to remote work and record-low mortgage rates, Americans are relocating and purchasing homes at an all-time high. However, there is a major problem – there aren’t nearly as many homes for sale as there are buyers. And this severe housing shortage is fueling record-high prices and cutthroat competition. With the red-hot real estate market we’re experiencing, many consumers are understandably concerned.
Leonardo
APRIL 13, 2021
With hundreds of hotels and plans for rapid expansion, Magnuson Hotels is a star on the rise. Their portfolio of independently owned and operated hotels includes hotels in the UK, US, and Canada, with growth coming in every market. Their focus is to provide hoteliers with support and resources, at a lower cost than traditional hotel franchise models. .
Special Events
APRIL 11, 2021
Special Events is seeking photo submissions for upcoming publications.
PRA
APRIL 16, 2021
PRA, a leader in the Business Events industry, is proud to announce its support and membership with Civic Alliance , a nonpartisan coalition of more than 1,000 businesses working together to encourage every American to participate in shaping our country’s future. PRA’s Chief Executive Officer, Mike Fiber is a founding signatory to Civic Alliance CEO pledge to protect voting access.
Redfin
APRIL 13, 2021
There are some great benefits that come with homeownership. Things like the ability to make improvements to your home increased wealth due to an increase in your home’s value through the years, and certain tax advantages. But what if you recently bought a home, are closing costs tax-deductible? Before answering that question, it’s a good idea to understand what closing costs are and what is typically included in them.
Achieve Incentives
APRIL 13, 2021
This year, our Safe Travel Ambassador, Ashley Lawson, is visiting top incentive destinations to scope out safety protocols. She has recently shared about her experience in a one-on-one exclusive interview on Courtney Stanley’s Dare to Interrupt Podcast with Meetings Today. Ashley dives into her top tips on traveling safely and how to host safe live events.
Special Events
APRIL 14, 2021
Special events business news.
ITA Group
APRIL 13, 2021
Event Contracting Challenges & Meeting Professional Tips. That devil of a year known commonly as 2020 is finally in the rear view. That means it’s time to adjust and get ready for 2022 and beyond. “What about 2021?” you might be asking. Well, you likely already have things in place for the current year, but these are quickly becoming short-term goals, and you need to start thinking about long-term future planning again.
Redfin
APRIL 12, 2021
An outdoor kitchen can be a major benefit to any home, making it possible to hold barbecues, pool parties, and picnics without having to cook indoors and miss all the fun. The right outdoor kitchen can increase property values and boost satisfaction with added outdoor living space. . However, all outdoor kitchens aren’t made the same, and the wrong kitchen for your space can compromise your summer plans.
etm
APRIL 13, 2021
The post Four areas you might be forgetting in your on-site management planning appeared first on Event Travel Management.
AIME
APRIL 13, 2021
We are very excited to announce PCMA as our official 2022 Knowledge Program partner! PCMA, the world’s largest and most recognised network of business events strategists, will support the delivery of AIME’s most dynamic and challenging Knowledge Program to date. … The post AIME Welcomes PCMA Partnership appeared first on AIME.
Special Events
APRIL 14, 2021
Special events business news.
Redfin
APRIL 15, 2021
Everyone loves a good vacation, and the option of having a private retreat is one of the many perks of owning a vacation home. With the soaring demand and interest in vacation towns and affordable suburbs, there’s no better time to jump on the opportunity to own a vacation home than now. Whether you’re taking in the last snowy days at your retreat in Whistler, BC , or you’re looking to invest in a sunny escape in Fort Worth, TX , it’s critical to close up your vacation home properly
Endless Events
APRIL 12, 2021
Remember the times when we could visit exhibitions and see countless of exhibition booths in person? The hosts of Event Tech Podcast, Brandt Krueger and Will Curran, certainly do. Back in the day, they flew all the way to IMEX Frankfurt to see what the exhibitors had to offer. This year, however, they had to content with visiting CES 2021 virtually.
Alcor Mice
APRIL 14, 2021
The event production market is expected to grow at a significant rate in these upcoming years, both in its scope and in its applications. New emerging trends in the last two years have inspired event production companies to start thinking of new business models and implementations in order to keep up with consumer demands. A report by Radiant Insights projected a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.6% in the events management sector in the period of 2018-2022; a number that is set to grow f
Tembusu Events and Communications
APRIL 14, 2021
Virtual events organiser why do a livestream? With everyone settling down into the new-normal, hosting physical events for corporate conferences or D&Ds still seem like a long way to go. However, with the use of livestream softwares and various technologies, it is still possible to bring an audience infront of your business. . Livestreams are an effective tool as we can leverage on its capacity to generate sales for our businesses all year round.
Cort
APRIL 15, 2021
It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020 changed education. Many schools aren’t meeting in person, and some school districts haven’t seen in-person learning since last spring. The early stages of the pandemic took place during the typical mid-year fundraising push that many schools experience, but they need to raise money doesn’t go away just because parents and families are skittish about gathering in large groups.
Tembusu Events and Communications
APRIL 14, 2021
Why conduct a livestream? Settling in the new-normal requires a little bit of creativity, this pandemic has been an outlier but it does not mean that life and its events cannot continue to take root and thrive. Due to the limited capacity at social gatherings, the traditional trade shows and industry conferences have been taking a backseat. But alas, with the use of livestream technology for virtual events services , there have been pandemic-friendly ways to get information out, and surprisingly
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