In my last column, we discussed different ways and benefits of obtaining a commitment to meeting green from association and company executives. This commitment is a necessary first step in order to get the support that is often needed to incorporate change into the way your meetings are planned. Once this is established by executives [...]
Villa Christina, Bocce ball, "flight nights," and a telephone chain.
Things We Like
• Barbequed shrimp and grits appetizer at Villa Christina served on a ceramic spoon (on a tray designed to hold several for serving a crowd). Attractive, easy to maneuver, not messy - and oh, so delicious. Great idea.
• Bocce ball courts at Brio Tuscan [...]
Spa Treatments in AZ, In-room shopping, loungin', and meeting in Mexico.
Things We Like
The Spa at Camelback Inn in Scottsdale, Ariz., and the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort in Tucson, now offer spa treatments to treat aches and cramps caused by excessive Blackberry (and other PDA) use. The 30-minute "Berry" Thumb Conditioning treatment at Camelback Inn [...]
Haunted bed-n-breakfasts, NASCAR simulators, ice-breakers, and candy.
Small meetings in central Florida, native cuisine in Scottsdale, edible flowers, and The Smart Pen.
Things We Like
Fifteen minutes from the Orlando theme parks, Seminole County has more than 4,700 rooms for budget-conscious planners of small meetings and events. Golf, eco-tourism, sports and other outdoor activities are highlighted in this quiet community of Indian Shell Mounds, [...]
Helping hurricane victims, buzzy booths at PYM Expo Atlanta, hand-made gift baskets, and in-room fitness.
Things We Like
In the wake of true natural disasters in Louisiana, Alabama and Mississippi, it’s heartening to see how much support the hospitality industry is dedicating to help its stricken neighbors recover. Hotels are raising funds, housing refugees, creating funds [...]
Online bookings, wine and water, presentation pointer, and uncommon cruise ideas.
Things We Like
Starwood Meetings in a Moment's online booking engine allows planners to book meetings without submitting RFPs. Planners can book single-day meetings for up to 25 attendees, order food and beverage and audio/visual equipment, and receive reservation confirmation instantly.
In August, Dave and Busters [...]
By Linda C. Chandler
Whether you're giving your board a summary of the results from a recent conference or trying to sell your boss on a new concept, it's important to know how to give a professional business presentation. Here are some practical pointers for meeting planners:
Think strategically. Any presentation you make to colleagues, business partners [...]
