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Hybrid: Two Strategies, One Powerful Marketing Product

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For example, marketers, human resources professionals and event planners will continue to leverage the advantages of virtual communications, including massive logistical efficiencies, the ability to extend the lifecycle of an event and the use of advanced analytics to maximize ROI. The Future for Hybrid Events.

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Smart Moves in Albuquerque, Denver and More

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He has extensive experience in numerous hospitality roles, including as human resources director, accommodations director, F&B director and hotel manager. She will manage all aspects of the property, from profitability to product quality to guest service.

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Think Event Technology Is Still a Man’s World? Think again. 

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Encore, the world’s largest event solutions provider, has just launched Women in Audio Visual Technology (WAVE), a program focused on generating career opportunities for women in the event production industry. So naturally, I moved away from my small Midwest town and went to a film/video production school in Los Angeles.  I

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Smart Moves in The Palm Beaches, Los Angeles and More

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Over his two decades of experience, he has successfully opened properties and restructured human resources teams to be as productive as possible. He will oversee all functional areas of people management with a focus on retaining the group’s exceptional talent and acquiring new talent.

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AHLA Survey: Supply Chain Disruption Increasing Costs, Impacting Hotel Amenities Indefinitely

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The combination of direct payroll grants and tax credits would help to offset the increased costs of goods and human resources. IFA Senior Vice President for Government Relations and Public Affairs Matthew Haller, explained: “More than 200,000 jobs were lost in the franchise lodging sector, representing a 33% drop in employment.

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News for Professionals: Career Advice and Ideas

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Conferences — no matter how familiar you are with them — may feel daunting and overwhelming, but, says Information Week , they can also be highly productive and enjoyable with a little planning and self-reflection.

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IACC Set Sights on Creative Innovation During Knowledge Exchange

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She suggested that attendance at conferences in general be allocated to Human Resources budgets rather than marketing because they are powerful tools for employee development, retention and mental health. The pressure is intense and yet the dishes look and smell amazing,” she said at the end.