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Building a More Diverse Tourism Industry Through Apprenticeships
Tourism Diversity Matters’ apprenticeship program coordinator Deedra Mills-Hall has come full circle, supporting apprenticeships in the industry because of the role that experience played in launching her own career.
What Would Gen Z Change About Events?
The results of a recent PCMA survey of the next generation of attendees reveal what they like about business events and how they would like to interact with them going forward.
5 Ways to Please Virtual Exhibitors, According to Attendee Data
Virtual and hybrid events platform company Swapcard has published actionable insights gleaned from nearly 500 events the company has hosted to help organizers provide their exhibitors and sponsors with ROI.
4 Louisville Hotels Have Meetings on Their Minds
After earning the GBAC STAR Facility Accreditation, four hotels are welcoming groups back to Louisville for memorable and safe experiences
Pandemic Protocol: Who’s Responsible for Enforcing Event Safety?
The events industry is more than ready to return to face-to-face meetings and working hard to properly prepare for attendee safety. Numerous mandates and protocols have been put into place since we last met and everyone is working together to be sure they are followed. But, who is ultimately responsible for enforcement? Join our panel of industry experts for a discussion about this very question and other points to consider before you return onsite.
News for Professionals: Career Advice and Ideas
We get it, you’re busy. So, the Convene editors have curated the latest tips and trends in the world of work for you. Take a look at what caught our eye this past week.
People on the Move
Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where.
Pandemic Protocol: Is a Vaccine Passport a Solution for the Business Events Industry?
As the air travel industry, many governments and cities explore, trial and or embrace the idea of a Vaccine Passport yet the World Health organisation (WHO) is yet to endorse such a concept. Event industry professionals are also devising plans for the return of national and international events with the safety of attendees at the forefront of their plans. So, the questions stands is a Vaccine Passport a solution for the Business Events Industry?
Top 10 States for Working From Home
Millions of people have been working from home as a result of the pandemic, and WFH may be permanent for many. Which states offer optimal remote work conditions? WalletHub crunched some numbers.
Previous Crises Laid the Groundwork for the COVID-19 Response in Puerto Rico
Recent experiences with natural disasters helped Discover Puerto Rico navigate the pandemic, according to panelists at a recent webinar hosted by the DMO.
4 Tactics for Hybrid Events
According to the recently published Derse white paper, hybrid should be thought of as “an infinity loop” — not just a one-off mix of an in-person event with a digital component.
Webinar: 30 Ideas in 30 Minutes to Up Your Hybrid Event Game
This’ll be fun! The possibilities for hybrid events are literally endless, and our resident event experts are ready to share their top 30 ideas rapid-fire style for how you can think differently about your strategy in 2021 and beyond.