Smart Meetings

MARCH 20, 2024

Gratuities Minimums for food and beverage. Force Majeure Predicting the future of what can go wrong isn’t necessarily something a planner wants to think about. But when crafting your contract, a force majeure clause is an important piece of the puzzle that may save you a lot of time and future agony. Cost for meeting rooms.

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OCTOBER 16, 2023

Time at Qua Spa at Caesars Palace, light bites at Guy Savoy Restaurant and dinner at Eiffel Tower Restaurant in Paris Las Vegas highlighted the brand’s focus on tasty, well-prepared food and relaxing, healthy experiences. Also available for the asking is aura and chakra reading along with organized walks/runs and guided outdoor hikes.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Based on the data he has seen, Dominguez states he does not see a recession in our future. To watch the full webinar, click here. Moving Past Normal With the Las Vegas CES setting record numbers for attendance in January, we asked Dominguez what this means for the meeting industry. What we’ve done now is put that on steroids,” says Dominguez.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 12, 2023

The foundation for providing top-shelf catering was laid by celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck, who believed that catering services shouldn’t be mired in mass-produced batches of food in hot boxes and served in chafing dishes. It was a very unique opportunity.” They were really interested and willing to change it up,” Brunson said.

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 25, 2024

These include a Roadmap and advisory reports on Venue Energy; Smart Production and Waste Management; Logistics; Travel and Accommodation; Food and Food Waste; Offsetting and Measurement. ” Net Zero Carbon Events is open to all organisations involved in events.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 21, 2022

As the world turns to a new year, many are coming to realize that our resources are finite and becoming sustainable is crucial to the future of our planet. of meeting space and also has a 19-year-old food compost program. Even in our everyday activities, green thinking and sustainability are critical. million sq.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 19, 2023

Meeting Room of the Future Trends Report Offers Roadmap for More Climate-Friendly Practices We’ve heard it before: Climate sustainability is a pressing issue. It permeates so many parts of our lives; inevitably, that includes meetings. Accessibility came in first, followed closely by human sustainability. Climate sustainability ranked last.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 21, 2022

As the world turns to a new year, many are coming to realize that our resources are finite and becoming sustainable is crucial to the future of our planet. of meeting space and also has a 19-year-old food compost program. Even in our everyday activities, green thinking and sustainability are critical. million sq.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 27, 2024

Where historic charm and modern quality converge These three new and renovated hotels and venues debut spaces that both celebrate their heritage and look boldly into the future. When you meet in spaces like these, you’re bound to feel that special balance of nostalgia and inspiration. Are you looking for a boutique experience? Refined luxury?

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

More events with more events mean more food, room blocks, entertainment, production equipment, and travel – and those all cost extra money. More events with more events mean more food, room blocks, entertainment, production equipment, and travel – and those all cost extra money. Higher Food and Beverage Costs.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 21, 2023

There, over 300,000 worms convert leftover food waste into compost that is used in the center’s green spaces. It is a Planet Mark-certified business and a signatory of the Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge —which means it has committed to accomplishing a 50% emissions reduction by 2030 and net zero by 2050. In 2022, the center was the first U.K.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

This “city within a city” will be a hub of entertainment, food and Southern California lifestyle and is expected to become the beating heart of Anaheim. This “city within a city” will be a hub of entertainment, food and Southern California lifestyle and is expected to become the beating heart of Anaheim. What Is ocV!BE? We want ocV!BE

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 23, 2022

Just a few miles from the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park lies a unique, eco-friendly travel experience. A series of handmade Mongolian tents in the desert make up the Eco Yurt Village. Beautiful scenery and plentiful amenities make the property perfectly suited to host small groups on a business or leisure retreat. What’s in a Yurt?

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Australia ICOMOS has the support of Qantas, through the airline’s Future Planet Program, to match every carbon offset purchased by attendees of GA2023. Australia ICOMOS has the support of Qantas, through the airline’s Future Planet Program, to match every carbon offset purchased by attendees of GA2023. Minimizing Paper and Plastic.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 5, 2023

Read More: IACC Meeting Room of the Future Report To that end, the conference was a forum for sharing ideas around everything from new technology solutions for keeping breakout rooms serviced appropriately, motivating teams and making the most of the resources available. Knowledge is what helps you handle the unexpected,” he said.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Five woman chefs of color in leadership roles across the United States spoke to Smart Meetings and shared stories of their careers, their inspirations and their passion for great food. In her interview with Smart Meetings, she recalled watching an interview of Madeline Albright, the first female U.S. Secretary of State. being Asian, and 10.3%

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Smart Meetings

JULY 5, 2023

IACC’s Meeting Rooms of the Future Trends Report Shows Rising Desire for Meaningful Experiences Meeting professionals are increasingly turning to unique venues to help design meaningful experiences, according to the 7th annual International Association of Conference Centers (IACC) Meeting Rooms of the Future Trends Report released in June.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The sentiment of supporting each other and doing what we can for a better future has never been so illuminated as we realize our industry works better when we do what we can for others. How the IMEX Crowd Prioritizes Human Beings at Events The theme for one of the biggest industry events of the year was simple: caring for each other.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 6, 2022

The reality is likely that for the foreseeable future, most attendees will be split between those willing and able to attend in person and those who cannot and will have to attend virtually. An untidy or littered venue may not attract guests to return in the future. Regardless of where events are being viewed, quality assurance is key.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 27, 2022

They leveraged the convenience of the new food court, sweeping lobby, LED signage wall and, of course, Las Vegas Convention Center Loop tunnel, an engineering marvel everyone at the event appreciated for the sophisticated machinery and techniques required. The show took over 632,000 sq. All-Day Education. Bricklayer competition.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Food Service Workers Announce Strike Votes at U.S. food service workers in five major meetings markets, has announced the possibility of strike votes over wages and working conditions. Editor’s note: This Week in Travel (TWT) is your essential guide to smoothing the road from here to there for your attendees and yourself.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 30, 2022

This year, hotel food and beverage departments as well as catering outlets and F&B in conference and exhibition centers struggled to catch up to post-Covid pent up demand as well as to what is now called “accommodation cuisine.” Our January 2022 feature on catering trends saw locally-sourced foods as a major player. Pass the vino!pas.

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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. Seeking Support Looking to more experienced professionals for mentorship can take many forms. “I I was in college.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Two-thirds of meeting professionals have reported the recovery of the hospitality industry to more than half of 2019 levels and one-third reported having reached beyond recovery to 80% of 2019 levels, according to new research by IACC’s new report, Meeting Room of the Future Barometer Late—November 2022. Hybrid Is Down.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Smart Meetings asked some urban hotel executives what they are seeing in their ballrooms today, what types of groups are returning, what protocols are being required and what are some creative uses of the space they have seen. Courtney Stout, director of group sales, New York Marriott Marquis , New York City. 1,966 guest rooms; 110,000 sq.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Additionally, hybrid events have established themselves as the way of the future. Only then can we set our eyes on the horizon and see that embracing event tech is the only way of the future. The pandemic normalized virtual events and accelerated the adoption of various event tech solutions. Event Strategy Starts With Goals & KPIs.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 14, 2022

Dominguez joined Smart Meetings for a conversation about the future of the industry from PCMA Convening Leaders event at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas. And when there are hiccups in the future, planners and suppliers will know how to handle it together. A More Predictable Future. Force or Fear Majeure?

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DCI

AUGUST 8, 2023

As the global meetings industry faces mounting environmental and social pressures, details as seemingly mundane as a venue’s food and beverage offerings are increasingly part of the conversation for planners of tomorrow’s meetings. Food and beverage offerings, even for smaller boutique venues, can have a major impact on the environment.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 26, 2023

While it is hard to re-invent classic 4th of July food, fireworks are a different story. Drones on the Go No matter where you may be looking to host a drone show at your future event, Go Drone Shows is equipped to go the distance. “We All are staples of the traditional American July 4th celebration as the U.S.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 5, 2023

He says with hard work and local support, a Michelin star could be in the future for Europa Village. Temecula offers a European adventure in one destination With an innovative and almost utopian concept for a destination, Europa Village in Temecula, California, recreates three European countries in walking distance of each other.

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Traveler's Q

MARCH 7, 2024

Are you tired of attending the same boring networking events that feel more like a chore than an opportunity to connect with others in your industry? It’s time to ignite your networking game with innovative corporate event ideas that will leave a lasting impact on your professional development. Let’s dive in!

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Meeting professionals and hoteliers have insights to share on the future of meetings and how to continue making a hybrid recovery. While events were being further hybridized, event tech was getting better and smarter. Here’s what will work smart, for you. FICP Chats Answers Your Q’s about Hybrid. The Event Tech Resource Guide for Planners.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 11, 2024

The directive was meant to be an inspiration for attendees and a mandate to lead by example for PCMA, according to Sherrif Karamat, president and CEO of Professional Convention Management Association. That bold approach included scheduling not one, but both Clintons. Women have to be perfect and men just have to be, well, men.”

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 23, 2024

Do you know the reasons your attendees show up at your events? And why do they wait so long to register, anyway? A new study, aptly named “ Registration Insights Report: Optimizing revenue and attendance in the face of new attendee behavior ” by Maritz revealed a changing model for getting people to fill out those increasingly long forms, sooner.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 27, 2023

year period of time have shifted into the future years causing a significant demand and compression issue when contracting with hotels,” Payne said. Read More : Gen Z Meeting Planners Navigate Post-Covid Job Market “It’s going to be difficult to contract with hotels or destinations that you want to be in for the foreseeable future.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 3, 2021

Six months ago, when it looked like there was a light at the end of the Covid tunnel, the buzz was that the future is hybrid. Hybrid events, offering live as well as a full virtual reality immersion experience, would be the wave of the future the thinking went. The primary barrier is the Return on Investment.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

And it can be used as a tool for event organizers hoping to drive interest to future sessions by incorporating activations in the current agenda, O’Grady said. “It The challenge is designing events that speak to the needs of an audience that changed over the last three years. In an exclusive Smart Chat Live! Watch the entire webinar here.

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