Smart Meetings

JULY 7, 2022

We asked Mark Herrera, director of safety and security for International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM), for strategies to improve security at events in light of these ominous statistics. Train for the Worst Case. Their training should be reinforced over multiple sessions, including webinars, lectures and tabletop simulations.

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ADMEI

MARCH 20, 2024

Reflections on ADMEI 2024 Annual Conference: “In the Zone” 20 March 2024 The 2024 ADMEI Annual Conference, aptly themed "In the Zone," delivered a powerful punch of education, networking, and industry insights for Destination Management Companies (DMCs) worldwide. Prepare for awards. Maximize your benefits. Don't miss out!

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Travel Daily Media

AUGUST 23, 2022

The post HSMAI Academy to hold a revenue & digital training workshop from 14-15 Sept appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The two-day revenue and digital hotel training workshop program, specific to hotels and resorts, will be to be held for the first time in Phuket. Revenue management.

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Gavel International

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

According to Psychology Today , assorted studies estimate that leadership is one-third due to genetic factors and two-thirds due to training, mentorship, and hard work. ( Therefore, it is important that emerging and future leaders are provided with the training, skills, and development opportunities to ensure success.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 18, 2021

Event management businesses — or even event management roles within a wider organization — are often subject to a lot of turnover. So, how can you reduce these difficulties and improve employee retention in your event management business? This can be due to: High-stress working environments. Unsociable working hours.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 13, 2023

When she began attending college at San Jose State University, she was quick to join their Hospitality Management Program. When she graduated, she embarked on a one-year Manager in Training program with Dolce Hayes Mansion. After completing the program, the hotel fast-tracked her to the position of conference service manager.

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Blue Spark Event Design

AUGUST 16, 2021

With only two internal team members, who had responsibilities other than meeting planning, they waited until two months prior to the event date and attempted to plan, manage, and execute the virtual event on their own. When they called us in a panic to help them train over eighty virtual speakers, our team was ready.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 3, 2023

Security, training and follow-through crown best efforts of meeting producers The five-star Royal Lancaster London will welcome a number of VIP guests for the Coronation of King Charles III. This historic and solemn event will be a singular challenge for them and other London hoteliers and the special event designers managing every detail.

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 27, 2022

As we ride an optimistic and calmer wave in the events industry — in-person and hybrid events increased 2X over the last three months, compared to the 3 months prior, according to Bizzabo data — event organizers are embracing the power of risk management. What is risk management in event planning? It’s preparing for the unexpected.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

While it is not easy, through their example, I was trained to navigate a workforce that still, sadly, has remnants of racism, sexism and what we now call microaggressions,” she says. Because of them, I am poised and prepared…I am a better manager, writer…a comprehensive and well-rounded events professional. Where Is She Now?

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Smart Meetings

MAY 26, 2023

Is the events industry more prepared for a future emergency? We thought this would be a good time to reflect on what the shift means and how all of that forced education will prepare us better for whatever comes next. Are we better or less prepared for whatever next disruption comes to the hospitality industry?

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Endless Events

AUGUST 4, 2022

Cross-Training. “The first thing that comes to mind is cross-training ,” he says. Cross-training is preparation so people have other skill sets and can help in more than one area.” Cross-training is preparation so people have other skill sets and can help in more than one area.”

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Endless Events

AUGUST 19, 2021

However, the odds are there will be a few bumps along the way, no matter how prepared you are. They should be trained for unpredictable situations, which is something that you should keep in mind during the hiring process. To sum up, the underlying message is to always be prepared.

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Achieve Incentives

MARCH 22, 2021

How has the country prepared its hospitality leaders to safely welcome tourists? Has the destination offered any official trainings to ensure their staff can safely provide services? By doing some research on the rates of infection, you can gain insight into how that destination is managing the health crisis.

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InEvent

MAY 27, 2021

An online events management checklist of everything you need for your next virtual event Pre-event online events management checklist Establish your purpose Find out who your attendee is Create content Choose a suitable platform Set a budget Find partners and sponsors Pick a date and time for the event Prepare your attendees Train or brief … (..)

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

You need creative vision, planning and organization, budget management, marketing, promotion, collaboration, adaptability, time management and, of course, the ability to create a memorable experience,” she says. As she prepared to graduate, she took on a role as a marketing coordinator at a major healthcare company.

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The MICE Blog

JANUARY 15, 2024

From the second year students can take responsibilities across the variety of positions available to manage the entire event. Afterwards I spoke with Jan Bohe, Managing Director Communications and Chiara Britschgi, Head of Public Relations from START Global and here I share the insights with you. Gallen for new team members.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

When it comes to open space, resistance training and aerobic capability, hotels can offer the tools to empower people to take care of themselves on the road.” Riggs encouraged meeting planners to include members on their team who are mental health first-aid-trained for both meetings staff and event attendees. You are a community.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Monterey is where Steve Jobs brought his team as they prepared to launch The first Macintosh in 1984. I approached my mental health with the same dedication I applied to training for the Olympics,” he said. Don’t take our word for it. In 1990, the first TED (technology, entertainment and design) Conference was held in Monterey.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Smart Meetings sat down with experts Cathy Diem, director of sales for financial and insurance accounts at Hilton Worldwide, Katrina Kent, CMP, CMM vice president of Meetings Management and Event Strategy (MMES) team at Liberty Mutual Insurance and Jennifer C. Squeglia, CMP, Independent Contractor at RLC Events, to get the inside scoop.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Hotels have storm preparation plans and protocols for severe weather in place, and our staff is well trained to implement these plans,” said Hector Mastrapa, senior vice president of risk management with Marriott. “We They want value, service and security,” he concluded. Pro Tips for Keeping Yourself and Attendees Safe.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Karamat pointed to an increased focus in the agenda on mental health and wellness, increasing engagement online and offline in addition to managing talent issues, remote workers and training workforces today. Prepare to Thrive. His advice is to prepare in advance to meet with people you want to do business with.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 18, 2024

Melissa Fenwick, senior manager of event sourcing with Meetings & Incentives Worldwide , explained the expanded targeting now being employed. “We That way everybody can be prepared. We are having to add more hotels than in the past because of a lack of availability. Kirsten Olean with CFF agreed. That builds trust.”

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

To have a safe event, you need to make preparations in advance and processes in place. If you do not have a properly trained professional AV and production team, it is more likely elements of your event will go wrong and peoples’ safety could be at risk. Don’t Forget About Crowd Management!

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Hotel Engine

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

From independent, boutique hotels to major brands, hoteliers should consider revenue management solutions that can help them prepare for difficult economic conditions. As a result, the decision-making process is no longer solely the responsibility of the hotel manager or property manager. Cross-train Staff.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 25, 2021

In this chapter, we cover everything from contactless solutions to food and beverage preparation, along with several other best practices to make attendees feel as safe as possible when returning to live experiences. Speaker Training: Bigger & Better. Smaller & More Personalized Experiences. Data Safety & Internet Security.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

With a hospitality management background, I was aware of the certification but wasn’t sure where my career would lead me and if I would actually need it,” she says. “It Preparing for the Exam Having worked in sales roles, she says “I wasn’t sure that I had the applicable experience to pass it.” She worked in hotel and DMO sales for 7.5

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MeetingsNet

MARCH 3, 2023

They often managed with reduced headcount even while reimagining many meetings as virtual events and working with hotels, where staffing shortages have been most acute. Hiring managers] tend to look for people with perfect experience. But that 51 percent is so crucial—we can train to the 49 percent.”

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 1, 2023

Manager, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion What three words describe your approach to life? Carly Ellis Regional Venue Services Manager, ANZPAC What three words describe your approach to life? Debbie Cook Regional Sales Manager, Whistler, Canada What three words describe your approach to life? Inspired yet? Williams Sr.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 3, 2022

In Tuesday’s webinar, Peckinpaugh addressed how to be a competitive and clued-in recruiter and leader, how to prepare the next generation for meetings and how to prepare the industry for the next generation of talent. Now, industry leaders are opening doors to encourage, engage with and invest in new faces in meetings and hospitality.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 1, 2022

Her suggestion for managing all three challenges is to bring the technology partner in early to help get clarity on goals and strategies. The next question is where meeting professionals and technology companies are going to find the people to manage all that technology amid a staffing crisis.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

She worked at an ice cream factory, in chemical sanitation and at a financial advisory firm before she began working at a restaurant at 24, during her training as a glass sculptor. Post-Covid, she acted as chef tournant, managing the resort’s seven kitchens, before returning to Capa to lead the team. The job was perfect.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

When John Walsh, general manager of The National Conference Center, started preparing the legacy Leesburg, Virginia, meetings venue for its newest clients, he knew he was in for a life and palate-changing experience. government as part of Operation Allies Welcome (OAW). Read More : Bon Accommodation!

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The MICE Blog

MARCH 18, 2024

Photo : BrauerPhotos / G.Nitschke A little bit of background of the Munich Marriott Hotel City West Munich West is centrally located and offers excellent accessibility from both the train station and the airport. The hologram of René Mooren the General Manager was an extra highlight. But that was not the only surprise!

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MeetingsNet

AUGUST 27, 2018

MeetingsNet, the meeting industry’s premier resource for news, business intelligence, ideas and more, today launched Risk360, a new one-day conference focusing on risk management for meetings and events professionals. David Lau – a counterterrorism and security professional who currently delivers training to U.S.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

GBT found that business travel is far from crushed under the weight of shifting business goals, and instead, is taking new shape as a prime and prepared vessel for reinvigorating inclusive, successful company cultures. The role of the travel manager has expanded, and with it, the role of the planner. The Great Reprioritization.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 5, 2024

At that point, she pursued the Certified Meeting Manager (CMM) accreditation after talking to people in her Middle Pennsylvania MPI chapter. Preparing for the Exam She started by creating a study plan, broken down week by week. “It had been a long time since I was in school, and the cost was enough to scare me off. Where is She Now?

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