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Nicola Kastner Appointed CEO of Event Leaders Exchange
ELX, an invite-only community for global heads of events, gains new leadership as it looks to expand its member base.
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What is it really like to be an event planner? From the glitz and glamour to the harsh reality and pressure of an event planning career we reveal what the lifestyle of an event planner truly entails. Be a proud event professional, passionate about this rewarding career path.
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CEMA Gets a New Leader, Again
Brian Mason has been named CEMA’s new vice president of strategy and operations, replacing Sandra Marcus who left the association after only nine months.
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Michelle Allgauer: Building a Resilient Career in Events
Michelle Allgauer deeply values personal and professional relationships. As an event leader, she is doubling down on the irreplaceable value of face-to-face interactions and looking to leverage the power of AI to enhance operational efficiency.
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Meetings Planners are Mini-CEOs, Says Cvent CEO
Cvent CEO Reggie Aggarwal shared leadership lessons and highlighted the importance of listening to customers during the opening session of Cvent Connect Europe 2023.
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Virginie De Visscher Confirmed at the Helm of Destination Canada Business Events
Virginie De Visscher is now officially the top representative of Canada in the business events sector. Her leadership, and special focus on sustainability, are setting the tone for attracting business to the country.
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Scott Beck Takes Top Job at San Francisco Travel
The recovery of San Francisco’s tourism and hospitality industry continues to be underscored by a narrative of lawlessness and economic demise. The San Francisco Travel Association now looks to Scott Beck to reverse that negative perception.
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Event Dress Codes: 15 Classic and Alternative Style Ideas and Tips
A dress code helps set the event’s tone, standard, and mood while keeping the planner’s or manager’s vision. Here are some tips to communicate the proper dress code to your attendees and some creative and inventive examples.
Diversity and Inclusion
How Translation Powers Inclusion
Language interpretation creates a hugely beneficial sense of inclusion. It allows everyone to easily comprehend the content, and empowers them to share their thoughts and ideas.
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Incentives, Trends and Personal Missions
Annette Gregg, CEO at SITE discusses once-in-a-lifetime experiences, trends in incentive travel, female leadership and personal missions.
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10 Industry Leaders Clarifying the Top Event Trends for 2023
The Skift Meetings 2023 Event Trends Summit is all about providing event professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to prepare for the year ahead. There will be both opportunities…