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Business Meeting Incentives
- 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 [...] […]
- Incorporating Luxury Spa Treatments into Corporate MeetingsWhether your corporate event lasts for two days or two weeks, there are bound to be certain points where participants begin to get edgy, stress begins to take its toll, or energy and attention begin to wane. Even in the most interesting meetings this can happen, which can lead to lower productivity and decreased satisfaction [...] […]
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Five Tips for Productive, Enjoyable Meetings
Effective meetings that are perceived as productive and enjoyable begin this success in the planning stages. Selecting a venue, determining the best seating arrangement, ensuring audio-visual equipment is reserved and set up, arranging the food and beverage component, and meeting each of your client’s specific needs are all crucial to ensuring a great meeting that is productive for the company... »
San Diego CVB – A New Approach to Site Inspection
In the summer of 2009, the San Diego Convention and Visitors Bureau debuted its new initiative for site inspection. The move, according to Margie Sitton, senior VP of sales, was made to help event and meeting planners manage their site inspection time more wisely. The overall initiative included education of everyone involved with the CVB. By doing this, when a... »
Spotlight – Belgium
Brussels is home to the European Union and NATO and with a super-fast train that speeds between Amsterdam and Paris, Belgium makes the perfect meeting spot for all of your meeting and event needs. Did you know, though, that Belgium is also an amazing spot for incentive travel? Brussels lays claim to some of the world’s most stunning baroque architecture. The... »
Keeping Close to Home
The economy has hit the meeting planning industry in a big way. Companies are cutting back on their budgets and using venues closer to home than in previous years. When planning an event, conference, or trade show, consider using a site within four hours driving distance of most of the attendees. This cuts down on travel expenses and many people... »
Tips to Lower Business Costs
It does not matter whether the economy is thriving or struggling, keeping business costs as low as possible is just good sense. Of course, you must keep your customers happy, but that does not mean that you cannot economize here and there. Here are some things to consider when planning your next meeting: • Use email whenever possible. It is faster... »
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... »