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Case Study – Catering by Design
Catering by Design: Saving Time with a Cloud-Based Event Planning Suite Catering by Design is the Denver-based, powerhouse catering company whose prolific rise to the top of the industry is no surprise to anyone who has attended one of their spectacular events. Not long after their inception, the company produced the showcase event at the…
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6 Trade Show Lead Capture Tools for Easier Lead Retrieval
Trade shows are a huge portion of the events industry: In 2012, there are more than 284,000 conventions, conferences, and tradeshows in the U.S., according to a study by the Convention Industry Council. Those events attracted more than 87 million attendees! Managing these trade shows is a beast of a task. The good news, though,…
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Hotel Inspection 101: 21 Ways to Win Over Planners and Close More Group Deals
Every event booking at your hotel hinges on a successful hotel inspection. It’s a make-or-break moment where hotel management and event planners meet for the first time, and it’s becoming increasingly important to buyers. That’s why the hotel inspection represents a unique opportunity to kick-off a lasting relationship between a planner and your property. Hotels…
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5 Ways Self-Driving Cars Will Forever Disrupt the Future of Hospitality
It might not be just around the corner, but it’s certainly down the road. Self-driving cars (or autonomous vehicles) are reaching a point where they’re as good, or better than human drivers. And companies like Google, Tesla, and Uber are each pushing the limits of innovation to dominate the space. In a recent report, Business Insider…
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16 Newsletters Every Hospitality & Hotel Professional Should Subscribe To
In an ideal world, we’d all start our day perusing industry news websites and trade publications to catch up on the latest trends. But we know that this isn’t how most hospitality pros start their day. Staying informed about trends and improving your skills is a necessity for event planners, hotel sales managers, and other…
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The Next 5 Years: Future Hospitality Industry Trends You Need to Know
The world is undergoing a major shift in decision-making and buying power, and it’s changing the hospitality industry. The only way to see continued success is to prepare for these inevitable changes. So what’s coming up in hospitality in 2020, 2021, and beyond? We’ll show you. P.S. In this post, we’re focusing on future hospitality…
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How to Study for the Certified Meeting Professional Exam
When it comes to the event & meetings industry, it’s all about education. As professionals, we have an obligation to keep up with industry trends so that we can provide the best service for our company, employer, members, and attendees. One industry designation that stands out in the crowd is the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP). Understanding…
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What to Know Before Booking Warehouse Venues for Parties
This past year I’ve noticed a lot of event trends, but one of my favorites, by far, is the increase in popularity of warehouse venues. For years, people have been hosting underground secret parties in hip warehouse spaces and abandoned buildings. But this year we’ve seen the concept move mainstream. Warehouse spaces are being used…
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3 Ways to Mix Up Speed Networking at Your Next Conference
While I am not a big fan of hosted speed networking events on their own, I am a strong believer in integrating speed networking concepts with corporate conference activities. No matter how many hands are shaken at conferences, there will always be a little uneasy about approaching strangers. By offering speed networking as part of…
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How to Write an Effective Sponsor Prospectus
Acquiring sponsorship is just like applying for a job. Like job hunting, you will send a lot of emails and enquiries and get very few responses in return. You can, though, tip the odds in your favor by writing a detailed prospectus. Think of a prospectus as your cover letter when reaching out to potential…
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33 Hospitality Industry Associations You Should Know
The Convention Industry Council is comprised of 33 member organizations that make up the foundation of the hospitality industry. Do you know who they are? Do you know what they do? If you can name all 33, your name is probably Karen Kotowski, CAE, CMP (and Chief Executive Officer of the Convention Industry Council). If…
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Trade Shows vs. Conferences vs. Conventions
Trade shows, conferences, conventions comprise the major event types in the meetings industry. Yet, despite being so commonplace, many of us may not know the true differences between the three. In this post, we’ll break down the nuances, diving into the unique advantages and obstacles of each event type ” including tips and examples of…
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