Endless Events
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
We’re back today with a very special episode of the #EventIcons podcast. Will’s guest is Isaac Holt, the director of technical production at Endless Events. But wait, there’s more! Isaac is also the newest co-host of the podcast. This young, charismatic, and knowledgeable young man knows all about AV, staging, and the current trends in the events industry.
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 2, 2021
You may not be the Amazon of the meeting planning industry who can provide just about anything to anyone, but that doesn’t mean small, third-party management companies and independent planners need to think small when it comes to wooing potential clients. Americans tend to be enamored with the whole “bigger is better” concept, especially when it comes to business.
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Advanced Travel and Tourism
DECEMBER 1, 2021
With Google’s plan to eliminate 3 rd party tracking cookies from Chrome, marketers scramble to find ways to continue reaching the right audiences. During thiswebinar we’ll discuss digital audience tracking, the changes that are coming and what this means to you as well as ways to continue being effective with your tourism message. Fill out the form below to watch the webinar recording. * indicates a required field First Name * Last Name * Email *.
ETC Corporate
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
70 travel and tourism organisations express their support to any effort – based on scientific evidence – to keep protecting and ensuring the freedom of movement and avoid a patchwork of diverging national measures within the EU/EEA as well as internationally. In light of the evolving epidemiological situation and the continued emergence of new COVID-19 variants (e.g.
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
Endless Events
DECEMBER 2, 2021
November might generally be an uneventful month, but not for the events industry. For us, it’s time to do business and reunite in person at one of the biggest and most exciting trade shows in our industry: IMEX! This week, Nick, Thuy, and Will review their experience at IMEX America 2021, held for the very first time at Mandalay Bay. Everyone was looking forward to going to IMEX America 2021, especially since the iconic trade show was canceled last year due to COVID.
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
Events Industry Council (EIC) has started the first phase of its Equity Acceleration Plan. The plan aims to focus on creating a foundation on which to measure the event industry’s current state of diversity, equity and inclusion ( DEI ), “[aiming] to provide a framework to turn its vision to action and lead the challenge against discrimination and systemic racism in the events industry,” reads a press release.
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Best Corporate Events
DECEMBER 1, 2021
If Charles Dickens was writing his classic novel today, the opening line might read “It was the weirdest of times.”. Job openings in the U.S. hit a record high in September, as companies across industries and regions struggle to find enough help. There are a record number of container ships waiting to unload off the California coast because there aren’t enough dock workers to unload them.
Techsytalk
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Every planner is asking the same thing – “What’s the best virtual platform out there”?
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 3, 2021
Laurie Munos. The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe has hired Munos as director of sales and marketing. Munos has spent more than 25 years in the industry, working most recently for Marriott International as area sales leader at San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront. Munos has held several leadership positions with Marriott International, including director of sales and marketing, account executive, senior sales executive and director of group sales.
Skift Meetings
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Hybrid events come with many challenges. Keeping two different audiences engaged is the primary concern, but other priorities include repurposing content, managing time and catering to new attendee needs. Three event designers share their strategies for survival. While hybrid events may be the solution for accommodating those most eager for face-to-face contact as well as […].
The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.
MeetingsNet
DECEMBER 2, 2021
It will be weeks before the world knows how significant a threat Covid-19’s new variant is. However, if there’s a surge in cases, event pros are primed for the fallout. As scientists across the globe research Covid-19’s Omicron variant to learn if it’s more transmissible, resistant to current vaccines, or likely to make people sicker than other variants, meeting professionals remain on alert.
Techsytalk
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Every planner is asking the same thing – “What’s the best virtual platform out there”?
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
American Hotel & Lodging Association Foundation (AHLA) just received a $1 million grant from Conrad N. Hilton Foundation. This two-year grant has been given with the purpose of attracting youth to hospitality. According to a press release, it will “[allow] the AHLA Foundation to expand its Empowering Youth development programming to Los Angeles and New Orleans, propelling young talent into hotel careers.
Convene by PCMA
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
Project Gilghi started as a conversation among Australian engineers whose goal was to provide remote access to clean water. Those talks lead to a containerized water treatment system that can produce up to 28 kiloliters of water per day using innovative and sustainable technology. “Water is a precious resource, as we know, and something that most of us tend to take for granted,” said Aurecon process engineer Sachini De Silva, who co-created the sustainable, off-grid solution.
Special Events
DECEMBER 1, 2021
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Business Traveler USA
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Marriott International has announced the opening of the Melbourne Marriott Hotel Docklands. The property features 189 rooms and is located in The District Docklands area on Waterfront Way, minutes from the Australian city’s center. The highlight of the hotel is its 28-meter year-round rooftop infinity pool, which promises panoramic views of the city, Bolte Bridge, Port Philip Bay and Hobsons Bay.
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Brian Oaks. Oaks is now senior vice president and chief operating officer at Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau. Prior to this new position, Oaks worked for Bank of Springfield Center in Illinois as its director of operations and box office manager and, later, as the center’s general manager. Oaks has also worked with charity and professional organizations such as Downtown Springfield, The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce and Springfield Crimestoppers.
Convene by PCMA
NOVEMBER 28, 2021
Chris Wehking, executive, business event strategy, for the American Society of Anesthesiologists, passed away on Nov. 28 after battling a long illness. Wehking was PCMA’s 2014 Chairman of the Board of Directors and a 2019 PCMA Foundation Lifetime Achievement Honoree. “I am deeply saddened to learn of Chris’ passing,” said PCMA President and CEO Sherrif Karamat.
Social Tables
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Social media has long been an important part of event marketing and promotion. Facebook can be used to promote all kinds of events — from conferences and conventions to birthday parties and retirement celebrations. Whether you’re interested in learning how to promote an event on Facebook or simply looking to brush up on your Facebook marketing techniques with a few new social media tricks , we have tips for every skill level.
Skift Meetings
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
The third in our four-part series of recordings from the Event Innovation Lab™ at IMEX America features expert insights on the elusive art of engagement. Explore different views on how we can deliver meaningful experiences that move audiences while engaging multiple audiences through different channels. Freedom of Choice: The Ultimate Engagement Hack “You don’t […].
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Achieve objectives while ensuring the confidence and safety of attendees. Plan with Confidence. At Hilton, we’re grateful for the event professional behind the curtain, and as the world seeks out new and innovative ways to get together again, peace of mind is top of our mind. That’s why we pioneered Hilton EventReady with CleanStay , designed to provide curated solutions for every step of the event planning process.
Convene by PCMA
DECEMBER 3, 2021
The Calgary TELUS Convention Centre (CTCC) has more than 122,000 square feet of flexible convention space, 47,000 square feet of exhibit space, and 36 meeting rooms in the heart of downtown Calgary. Although it may sound hyperbolic, it’s factual to say that there are more than a billion reasons to meet in Calgary. Right now, more than $1 billion in new investment is transforming every aspect of downtown Calgary’s convention package, from the opening of multiple new or expanded venues that will m
EHL Insights
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
Although the number of hotels and inns claiming to be sustainable keeps increasing, in reality how many of them are good examples of sustainable hospitality? The Black Sheep Inn in the Ecuadorian highlands is surely one of them. Recognized by various sustainability agencies, ‘La Posada de la Oveja Negra’, as it is called in Spanish, continues to attract travelers from around the world who seek profoundly sustainable lodging.
Business Traveler USA
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Hilton has announced the debut of its lifestyle Canopy brand in Chicago’s Central Loop, part of a dual-branded development which also features a Hilton Garden Inn. The two properties occupy a 117-year-old building at 226 West Jackson Boulevard, once the headquarters of the Chicago and North Western Railway. The 215-room Canopy by Hilton Chicago Central Loop and 135-room Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop share two on-site restaurants including Depot 226 helmed by Executive Chef Tim Letsos, a
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Achieve objectives while ensuring the confidence and safety of attendees. Plan with Confidence. At Hilton, we’re grateful for the event professional behind the curtain, and as the world seeks out new and innovative ways to get together again, peace of mind is top of our mind. That’s why we pioneered Hilton EventReady with CleanStay , designed to provide curated solutions for every step of the event planning process.
Convene by PCMA
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
Our brains thrive when we try something new. The rush of dopamine from novel sights and activities not only feels good, it actually helps us learn better and be more creative. This is exactly the kind of mindset you want your attendees to be in while at your event. In Kentucky, the opportunities for new and unique experiences are seemingly endless. The Bluegrass State sits at a unique cultural crossroads—part midwestern, part southern, part country, part big city.
Eventbrite
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Creators had no choice but to pivot to online event production with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, and these events appear to be here to stay even as local restrictions lift. Virtual events offer many benefits for creators and attendees. But like any event, they have many moving parts to consider and monitor, and sometimes mistakes […].
MeetingsNet
DECEMBER 2, 2021
Having a conversation with your venue about indoor air quality is a must. Here are some resources to help you understand the basics. A meeting professional’s expertise can go in any number of directions: marketing, adult education, event design, site selection, contracting, event technology … It’s a dynamic role. And as varied as the job description can be, how many planners in early 2020 would have included an understanding of indoor air quality?
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Four new and renovated venues and suites in West Hollywood, Philadelphia and Montgomery, Texas. Citizen News, West Hollywood, California. Once home to the newspaper of the same name, this 88-year-old building is now home to more than 15,000 sq. ft. of event space across two floors, between the recently opened Thompson Hollywood and the soon-to-open Tommie Hollywood.
Convene by PCMA
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
Venue selections, menu details, hotel arrangements, setup and tear-down—a planner’s to-do list can often feel never-ending. That’s why picking the right destination for your event can make all the difference. With its laid-back attitude, stunning natural beauty and ultra-stylish architecture, Greater Palm Springs is the meeting oasis you—and your attendees—have been waiting for.
Meet Green
DECEMBER 1, 2021
We are starting out the new year with a new Operations Director, Carmen Douglass. Carmen will direct and coordinate all company operations incorporating MeetGreen’s vision, principles, and culture. In her new role, using innovative strategies to improve systems and process, she will provide the tools and resources for project members to be successful.
Global DMC partners
DECEMBER 1, 2021
As part of Pure! Travel Group, Pure! MICE offers authentic South American experiences with a focus on sustainability Global DMC Partners (GDP), the premier global resource for virtual, hybrid and in-person events, has announced its latest partnership with Pure! MICE, a part of Pure! Travel Group, a.
Special Events
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
It’s time to turn the tired notion of cutthroat competition on its head and start seeing our “competitors” as our greatest colleagues in business.
Convene by PCMA
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
Photo Credit: Destination Canada. With wide-open spaces and once-in-a-lifetime experiences, Canada makes the shortlist of incentive destinations that will leave an indelible impression on attendees for years to come. Canada’s reputation for diversity and inclusiveness also means that groups, wherever they hail from, will feel comfortable gathering here.
ITA Group
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
How to Improve Employee Recognition Using a Data-Driven Approach. It’s the most wonderful time of the year when many organizations take time to celebrate company success and standout examples of top performance. But these celebrations come with an inherent challenge: How do you celebrate the right achievements and right people in meaningful and impactful ways that spotlight behaviors your organization values?
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