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Event Profs Slated for Upgrades with New Certifications, Training Programs

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Training programs are upping the event planning standard. Global DMC Partners (GDP), the network of independently owned destination management companies, launched GDP University. Planners have also taken on new roles and are eager for more education to help them take on new tasks and responsibilities.”. GDP University.

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Higher Education Conferences: The #1 Guide to Education Events in 2024

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Explore dozens of must-attend higher education and general education events in 2024, including conferences for higher education, education administration, education management, and education tech. Activities at these events include speakers, workshops, and networking sessions.

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Champion Planners Met in Texas for 1-Day Training

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Where better than the home of the five-time NFL Champion Dallas Cowboys—AT&T Stadium—to meet for an intense day of education, inspiration and fun? The post Champion Planners Met in Texas for 1-Day Training appeared first on Smart Meetings. From a huddle on the field with the original No.

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What to Expect at Cvent Connect 2024 in San Antonio

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A Citywide With a Purpose While the emphasis will be once again on empowering attendees with education about how to manage events more efficiently, it will roll out against the backdrop of a city steeped in deep cultural and historic heritage and a fun San Antonio Riverwalk option for getting out and about.

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New ESPA Event Servicing Certification Debuts

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To ensure that those support networks are skilled in current best practices, a new Event Service Professional Certification (ESPC) from Event Service Professionals Association (ESPA) will help everyone sleep easier at night. In addition, 20 hours of continuing education, which focuses on event servicing topics, is required over three years.

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4 Benefits of Belonging to Your Industry’s Association

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Most industries have associations and organizations that do just that: provide community and belonging, offer training and support, and strive to improve industry conditions and culture. Continuing Education and Innovation When you join an association, you’re getting so much more than a social network.

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Dream Vacations and CruiseOne launches Associate Onboarding Toolkit and Romance Travel Training Certification

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. – Staying up to date on technology and education allows travel advisors to maintain their competitive edge and offer the best possible service to clients. Additionally, Dream Vacations and CruiseOne is unveiling a new Romance Travel Training Certification. The one-of-a-kind program launched in March 2022. “