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Business Meeting Incentives
- Baton Rouge – The Attraction is the ExperienceBaton Rouge, Louisiana is a meeting destination where the draw is the experience. Offering many venues that can support a meeting of any size, with breathtaking views of Baton Rouge as your backdrop, your group will be enchanted with the variety of great activities that range from sightseeing and the musical sounds of the local [...] […]
- Tapping into the SMERF MarketThe first step in tapping into the SMERF market would – of course – be understanding exactly what the SMERF market is. This particular travel, meeting and event market consists of social, military, education, religious and fraternal organizations, hence the SMERF acronym. This growing market of potential clients is the bread and butter of some [...] […]
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Low Budget F&B
With the economic crunch, it is no great surprise that the meeting planning industry is pressured to cut down heavily on unnecessary expenditures. The days of extravagant meals and rich cuisine are on hold, being replaced by a much more affordable health-conscious food that causes less heartburn - both physically and financially! Meeting planners are no longer concerned about lavish banquets... »
Should You Specialize? Reflections on Types of Careers, Part 2
So you decided to specialize. Good for you! Well, maybe...choosing your specialty is not like deciding whether to use steak sauce on your lunch. Here are a few of the specializations and what kinds of people may enjoy them. Wedding Planner This pretty much goes without saying, but you would be responsible for planning this entire event. Additionally, you may be asked... »
Low Budget Event Meals
The economic crunch has bitten into our lives, finding its way in everything we do. Yes, lifestyles have changed- a lavish, spendthrift economy has taken a back seat and what has come upfront is a population of anxious consumers, eager to save every penny. With the “saving” culture finding a huge fan following, it is no great surprise that the event... »
Impressive Meeting Facilities in Texas
Houston, the fourth largest city in the United States and the largest in the state of Texas, is increasingly becoming a centre for economic activities that include all categories of corporate events. A population that goes beyond 2 million and spreading out over an extensive area of 600 square miles, this city has much to promise and offer. Meeting planners have... »
Human Side Of Event Planning
There is a human side to event planning and most event planners are only now beginning to realize what a difference they can make to the world around them. Meeting planners can definitely think beyond making some money out of organizing events, and influencing society in a bigger way than they ever thought they would. Meeting planners have the opportunity to... »
Tips For Planning Innovative Meetings
The economic downturn has also caused a slowdown in the event planning industry. However the good news is that events will always happen, no matter the state of the economy. Individuals or corporate groups will always want to meet and discuss politics, business, hobbies or simply share the joy of celebrating important occasions. The sluggish economy, however, calls for a change in... »