Smart Meetings

MARCH 8, 2023

Smart Women in Meetings: Industry Leader winner and CEO of SITE Annette Gregg sat down with Smart Meetings on the brink of SITE’s 50th anniversary. Gregg gained experience during her more than 3 years at Meeting Professionals International (MPI), moving from senior vice president of the experience team to chief revenue officer.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

There is both an art and a science to designing and executing effective incentive travel programs that motivate employees. Read More : South Florida Meetings: Health, Wellness and Productivity. “We Kondos Field suggested that meeting professionals take this time after the tragedy of the pandemic. It will make a big impact.”.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 6, 2024

Incorporating wellness into events authentically, rather than as a mere marketing strategy, requires thoughtful planning and a genuine commitment to the health and well-being of participants. Below are practical and affordable tips to embed wellness into your events genuinely, steering clear of “ wellness washing.”

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 23, 2021

“Everyone has a dog now,” Jenn Glynn, managing partner with Meeting Encore , stated this week in a conversation with Philip Eidsvold, vice president of strategic alliances at One10 , about the changing demands of attracting attendees to in-person incentive trips. Listen to the whole Incentive Trends conversation on demand.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 23, 2021

“Everyone has a dog now,” Jenn Glynn, managing partner with Meeting Encore, stated this week in a conversation with Philip Eidsvold, vice president of strategic alliances at One10, about the changing demands of attracting attendees to in-person incentive trips. Listen to the whole Incentive Trends conversation on demand.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

6 tips for a smooth European event from an international DMC expert If it seems to you everyone is taking their incentive meeting to Europe this year, you are not alone. Explore Widely That U.S. News list included Rome (No. 2 with an emphasis on fresh Italian cooking and stately historical sights), Florence (No.

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Fox World Travel

JANUARY 24, 2024

Written by: Crystal Zawilinski, CMM, CMP, CEM | Sales Director, Fox Meetings & Incentives At the start of the new year, we can expect to see new trends that will shape the meeting and incentive trip industry and determine the success of future events. Meeting Trends: 1.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 20, 2022

Company excursions, teambuilding activities and luxurious incentives have all built on the growing trend of bleisure travel. Meeting Group Broker Amy Robb of Meetings Made Easy recommends cruises as incentive trips for high achievers. Events in Europe aren’t going away, and neither are incentives and company trips.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Meeting professionals are not just in the events business, we are in the business of helping people define who they are. That was a reminder from Greg Bogue, chief experience architect at Maritz Global Events and keynote speaker last week at Smart Meetings Incentive Experience in Riviera Maya at the all-inclusive Hotel Xcaret Arte.

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MeetingsNet

JUNE 16, 2023

Challenges with event budgets, timelines, and staffing—plus air-travel complications—were among the issues discussed at Global DMC Partners’ annual meeting. Lastly, DMCs see creative, unique ideas and exclusive access to memorable places as top drivers for planner clients as they build event agendas.

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Traveler's Q

JUNE 7, 2022

You may have heard the acronym MICE in many conversations at business events. A Guide to Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions appeared first on Traveler's Q. MICE is key for global business. Plus it benefits domestic and international travel as well as the hospitality industry. The post What is MICE?

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Predictions of a mass consolidation of the meetings industry have been swirling since the World Health Organization started advising lockdowns in early 2020 to “smooth the curve” of what was then known as novel coronavirus. Newest Acquisition. Read More : Acquisition to Enhance Breakout Rooms Could be First Step Toward Zoomiverse.

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Endless Events

JUNE 10, 2022

The final step in the event management process is a follow-up meeting after the event to discuss the event’s overall ROI, attendee and sponsor feedback, and make the necessary readjustments to the overarching event strategy. Event professionals have to come to follow-up meetings after events well-prepared.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 28, 2023

A new study from the Incentive Research Foundation provides useful recommendations for finding applicants and understanding their priorities. Its new report looks at potential recruits’ impressions of meeting and incentive careers, their job-selection priorities, and how they’re looking for work.

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The MICE Blog

JULY 28, 2022

The Swiss resort Interlaken is a prime destination for congresses, exhibitions, meetings and of course, incentive travel. Incentives are a unique aspect of MICE (Meeting, Incentive Travel, Conferences and Exhibitions) travel because they can be customised to the tastes of the client and are highly exclusive.

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Brightspot Incentive Events

MAY 2, 2024

In travel planning, the choice between a traditional travel agency and an incentive travel company will significantly impact the success of your group trip. Incentive Travel Company In contrast, incentive travel companies, such as Brightspot, are dedicated to creating exceptional experiences for corporate groups of 10 or more.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 10, 2023

Mentorships, transparency and white whales For meeting planners new to the industry, experience and connections are the glue that holds the universe together and ultimately provides the tools for current and future success. Due to the pandemic, many events are experiencing record numbers of attendees due to the return of in-person attendance.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 7, 2021

In April, Discover The Palm Beaches partnered with the Incentive Research Foundation (IRF) to host an in-person event to discuss what factors are driving buyer decisions for incentive travel. Companies looking to reinstate incentive travel also considered the industries of prospective participants in the incentive programs.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Event planners are already preparing to bring the best to 2022. Here are some of the biggest events to come in 2022. Haute, the marketing, sales and event services company in Cedar Park, Texas, is taking 80 professionals to Atlantis Paradise Island in the Bahamas for a week-long event on a brand-new industry metric.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 6, 2023

United Adds New Non-Stops to 100+ International Cities This Summer to Meet ‘Soaring Overseas Travel Demand’ United Airlines has announced that it will fly to 114 different international cities this summer and has expanded its flying by 25% versus last year to meet the sharp increase in demand for travel outside of the U.S.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 18, 2024

The word “partnership” gets thrown around a lot in the events world, but when there are too few ballrooms for too many functions being planned, meeting planners and hotel and destination counterparts often find themselves on the losing end of negotiations that could be win-wins.

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Brightspot Incentive Events

JUNE 20, 2023

When you think of hosting your meeting or incentive trip in Dubai, what comes to mind? As meeting planners and event consultants , it’s essential to understand the underlying factors that drive and support the constant innovation in this remarkable destination. Dubai’s modern infrastructure and transportation.

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The MICE Blog

JUNE 3, 2022

Incentives are the most exciting part of the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibition) business. Memories and experiences that are created at a destination outlive any other type or event and experience; for me at least. Overview of the past two years.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The time has come for us to take proactive steps to address these challenges in the corporate meeting space. As a corporate meeting and event industry professional with over 25 years of experience, I have witnessed first-hand the negative impacts of work-related stress.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 1, 2024

Planning a memorable event involves meticulous attention to detail, and selecting the right venue is the most important first step. When it comes to hosting successful events, Hilton All-Inclusive stands out as a premier choice. Plan with confidence! Moreover, the culinary offerings are second to none.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

One of the long-tail effects of the pandemic could be a downsizing of average meeting attendee lists as some big events go hybrid and bring parts of their audience together in person while larger audiences access content online. of event space and 166 guest rooms in SoMa) Hotel Zelos (5,000 sq. Hotel Zetta (3,010 sq.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 7, 2022

National Hispanic Heritage Month is an opportunity for meeting professionals to recognize how the diverse backgrounds of hospitality workers has added a richness in the breadth and level of service that can be offered at events. How can the observance of National Hispanic Heritage Month bring more meaning to meetings ?

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Blue Spark Event Design

MARCH 6, 2024

An incentive travel company is a specialized type of event management company (in our case, a corporate events agency) that focuses on planning, organizing, and executing incentive travel programs for businesses. to maximize the value and impact of the incentive travel program. Looking for Event Inspiration?

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Blue Spark Event Design

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Incentive travel is a powerful motivational tool used by organizations to drive performance, foster loyalty, and reward achievement among employees, partners, or customers. It involves offering travel experiences as rewards or incentives for meeting specific performance targets or goals.

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Global DMC partners

JULY 13, 2023

The Colorado Meeting and Events Incentive Cash Rebate Program is here to make your dreams a reality. This innovative program offers event and meeting planners the opportunity to boost their budgets and unlock extra savings, making it easier than ever to create unforgettable experiences. Get ready.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Meet with Momentum Panel State at Meet with Momentum Bob Pfeffer, senior director at Marriott CRN, says, “We know that gaining knowledge is important. Meet with Momentum Panel State at Meet with Momentum Bob Pfeffer, senior director at Marriott CRN, says, “We know that gaining knowledge is important.

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Skift Meetings

JANUARY 11, 2024

Skift Take: Today’s incentive travelers want more than just a free trip — they demand deep, meaningful experiences that are good for the planet and food for the soul. Here are three ways incentive destinations can help travelers connect not just with each other but also with their purpose and place in the world.

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One10 Marketing

MARCH 22, 2024

But when it comes to incentivizing success, should you focus on individual incentives or foster a collaborative spirit with team-based incentives? These incentives can take various forms, such as monetary bonuses, promotions, or tangible rewards like gift cards, a catalog of items to choose from, or trips and events.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Achieving longevity and consistent success is a challenge every event planner faces Events are not merely one-time occurrences; they should be a strategic investment that yields returns over time. So, what can you do to make sure your event is seen as a necessary strategic tool every year? What benefits does the event provides?

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 21, 2024

The post The Meetings Show Asia Pacific makes a roaring debut in Singapore appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. In addition, the Events Industry Council (EIC) provided introductory sessions for their Sustainable Event Professional Certificate Course, offered for the first time in the region at The Meetings Show Asia Pacific.

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Fox World Travel

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Rising prices are evident in all aspects of our lives and hosting meetings and events is no different. The post Meetings and Incentives November Updates appeared first on Fox World Travel.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 18, 2024

WTP’s Frank Harrison Shares the Top Three Business Travel Trends for the Coming Year Frank Harrison As the travel industry around the world continues to recover post-pandemic, new business travel trends have emerged that meeting professionals will have to master to optimize attendance.

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