In This Issue
September 2017
In Smart Meetings' September issue, don't miss our advice for the next generation of event planners. We relay words of wisdom for those who may be starting their career or considering a career change into event planning.
This issue is also packed with fantastic features covering green meetings, the right way to do executive retreats, the Orlando metro growing up, making memories in Pennsylvania, using emojis in the travel industry, and more.
Smart Meetings is an event planning publication covering meetings, industry news, including expert opinions and interviews, topical articles, coverage of destinations and venues in the U.S and worldwide, and features stories on incentive, corporate, government and association meetings.
Features
October 21, 2019
TrendsSmall Meetings, Big Objective
As executive retreats evolve, host properties are refining their offerings for maximum impactTo those outside the meetings industry, it would surely seem more difficult to plan a 350-person business event…
October 11, 2017
SustainabilityNew Frontiers in Sustainability
Hotels and convention centers are pushing green meetings standards ever higherGone are the days when a collection of recycling bins could pass for a sustainability program. Having long passed the…
October 11, 2017
EventsIMEX: Zeroing in on Purposeful Meetings
IMEX America will focus on how to plan with deeper meaning, innovation and insight in mindAn exciting new approach to education and content strategies will be featured at IMEX America…
October 11, 2017
CareerWords of Wisdom for the Next Generation
Advice for the next generation planning a hospitality careerThe event and hospitality industry has come a long way. Over the last few decades, the profession has grown more complicated, goal-oriented…
In Every Issue
October 11, 2017
InternationalMeeting in the Bahamas
A sample agenda for a terrific tropical event at Baha MarDay 111 a.m.: Arrive at Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS) to calypso band in the customs hall. As the…
October 21, 2019
UncategorizedQ&A with Tania Armenta of Visit Albuquerque
Tania Armenta, President and CEO, Visit AlbuquerqueEducation: University of Nebraska, Lincoln, with a journalism and mass communications, advertising and public relations degree Career: 19 years with Visit Albuquerque Affiliations: US…
October 11, 2017
UncategorizedMeetings by Day, Disneyland by Night
Sprinkle a little pixie dust on the meeting experience in AnaheimThursday, July 13After collecting my luggage at John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana, California, the Disney Meetings team arranged for…
October 11, 2017
Industry EventsResearch as Destiny
Destinations International’s annual conference pointed the way to the futureThe big reveal at the annual conference in Montreal for the group formerly known as Destination Marketing Association International (DMAI) was…
October 21, 2019
StrategyThink Like a Kindergarten Teacher
Variety, interaction and physical movement resonate with attendeesTired of talking heads at the lectern? Wondering how to promote deeper learning at your meetings and events? Attendees at the Americas Connect…
October 11, 2017
TrendsA Deep Dive into Relating
Alan Alda’s new book offers tips for boosting communicationEarly in his acting career, Alan Alda experienced a poignant moment with director Mike Nichols and actress Barbara Harris while rehearing for…
October 21, 2019
Smart Style7 Gift Ideas Too Sweet To Be Forgotten
Win a FREE Bubble Umbrella! In 140 characters or less, share what you would write on a personalized cupcake (photos are encouraged) with #SmartMeetingsStyle or email us by Wednesday, Oct. 11.…
October 11, 2017
Health and WellnessBanish the Afternoon Slump
6 easy ways to stay on top of your game all dayIn the gung-ho world of American business, we scoff at siestas. But that Latin tradition is an important one,…
October 11, 2017
Food and BeverageSmokin’ Hot
We are hard-wired to be drawn to the smoky, charred and blistered. Deep in our cerebral cortexes, we flash back to mastodon steak in a cave dancing in reflected firelight.…
October 21, 2019
CareerSmart Leaders: Break Up With Doubt
Brian Biro gives a pep talk to get you off the sidelinesHumans are creatures of habit who can easily get stuck in ruts. Don’t let boundaries stand in the way…
October 11, 2017
TechnologyOpen Your ‘Emojination’
Turn your attendees into ambassadorsHumans emote through facial expressions during interpersonal communication. When writing, the meaning and intent behind words can often be misconceived. For example, all caps can be…
October 21, 2019
Hotels & ResortsWhat to Know Before You Go: Brand News
Club MedClub Med debuted its Group Advantage Program to make booking a meeting at its all-inclusive resorts in Cancun Yucatan, Mexico, Sandpiper Bay, Port St. Lucie, Florida and Punta Cana,…
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