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5 Action Items for EDOs and DMOs to Champion DE&I in 2022 and Beyond 

DCI

To ensure that the work is sustained and the results tangible, we must commit to holding ourselves and each other accountable. As we reflect on the past two years, five themes emerged as action items for economic development organizations and destination marketing organizations to consider in their DE&I efforts. .

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Guide for Creating a Conference Event Budget (Free Template)

Bizzaboo

Not only are vendor prices on the rise and hard to predict, but it’s also increasingly common for hidden costs — such as permit fees, insurance, and security expenses — to impact bottom lines. Public relations. Even in ideal economic circumstances, creating an event budget is a challenging feat. Paid social.

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Eco-Friendly Corporate Events: Reducing Carbon Footprint

Traveler's Q

In today’s environmentally conscious world, businesses are increasingly expected to demonstrate sustainability in all operations, including corporate events. Transforming your corporate gatherings into a beacon of sustainability is not just about making an environmental statement; it’s about setting a standard and inspiring others.

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What is Seattle Known For? 22 Ways to Get to Know The Emerald City

Redfin

“Pike Place Market has over 500 vendors, so no two visits to the market are alike. With over 500 food trucks in the Seattle area, our food mobile vendor community offers cuisine from all over the world. Then onto Just Poké for a sustainably-sourced seafood or vegetarian lunch that won’t weigh you down. It’s 1.7

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Going Beyond a Green Event: How to Make Sustainability a Priority

Convene by PCMA

The International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) launched the BEST (Becoming Environmentally Sustainable Together) in Baking program in 2010 to honor companies introducing sustainable products or practices into the industry. Bake Sustainability Into the Experience. Let’s think outside the recycling bin.

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Defining Employee Engagement and Making a Case for Nurturing It

Motivation Excellence

Developing and Sustaining Worker Engagement. Your vendors may want you to ask your employees specific questions. These mistakes can be avoided if you do the following: Make sure that managers tell their employees that surveys are not public relations initiatives but are for the organization.

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The Top US and Canadian Event Management Agencies for 2024

Bizzaboo

Their services encompass event management, brand marketing, sponsorship activation and consultation, along with sustainability solutions tailored for events and teams. mdg is known for crafting marketing and public relations campaigns that attract more qualified attendees, high-profile exhibitors, active members, and brand stalwarts.