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Smart Moves in Hawaii, New Orleans and More

Smart Meetings

Acclaimed for her results-driven strategies, partnership maximization, performance excellence and sustainable portfolio growth, she will oversee Highgate Hawaii’s strategic communications, including partnerships with TableOne Hospitality. Andreas Heckmann Andreas Heckmann, Cvent Cvent appoints Heckmann as chief customer officer.

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Virginia Destination Management Organizations: An Interview With Local Director, Irene Kilmer

Solimar International

Learn about one of the most interesting Virginia Destination Management Organizations here. What is the role of Virginia Destination Management Organizations in working with this national brand? I received a degree in Communication with a focus in Public Relations from Virginia Tech.

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8 Ways to Plan Face-to-Face Events for 2023

Convene by PCMA

He encourages organizers to thread networking opportunities throughout the event experience rather than confining them to networking lounges or receptions. Sustainability is no longer optional. What should organizers be doing now? To delight attendees, you must know what makes them tick. See On the Web.).

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Smart Moves in Chicago, Miami and More

Smart Meetings

Choose Chicago named Osmond president and CEO of its organization, making her the first woman to hold the role in the Chicago DMO’s history. OVG360 , Oak View Group’s sustainability-focused venue management division, named O’Dell president of venue management. Lynn Osmond. Greg O’Dell. Regis Beijing. Von DeLuna.

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The Positive Impact of Green Tourism in Africa

Interface Tourism Spain

The Positive Impact of Green Tourism in Africa All the news Back to newsroom Green tourism in Africa positively impacts biodiversity conservation, ecosystem protection, employment, environmental awareness, cultural preservation, and economic development, providing a sustainable solution for the continent’s growth.

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20 Bright Ideas for Personalizing Attendee Experiences

Convene by PCMA

Yes to all of the above, according to Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes, CEM, president of the marketing and public relations firm, mdg, who offered 20 real-world examples of personalization in her presentation, “ Facilitating Curated Event Experiences: How Thinking Small Delivers Big Returns ,” at Convening Leaders 2024.

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Destinations International Rising Stars Share Their Covid Lessons

Smart Meetings

It should be a perpetual pillar in any destination management organization. As Destination Organizations, we must balance commerce with resident sentiment and find the right way to thread the needle in bringing back visitation. However, these moments have tested us as an organization, and we have come back stronger every time.

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