Things we like: October
Sometimes the packaging can be more exciting than the promotional item inside … and an unusual approach to team building.
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Current: December 2008
Green meetings step No. 2: Educate clients and attendees
Meeting sustainably: December 2008
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 [...]
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A livelier conversation
Quick ideas for sit-down meetings
Walk the Buffet Line: September 2006 Morsel
Allow me to make this as plain as day: Set up the buffet as you would put food on your plate. In other words, use common sense.
Things we like: September
Group filmmaking in Charlotte, N.C., and themed drinks in Atlanta …
Sound off:
Despite a laws passed to curb panhandling, many cities are still criticized for having aggressive panhandlers. How is this affecting your meetings?
What’s In? August 2006 morsels
I lecture and write about trends a lot, and planners always want to know: “What is in?” I can’t stress enough how important it is not to pay too much attention to food trends. They are subjective.
For example, many people think mashed potato martini bars are hot. I think they had their moment four [...]
Tips and things we like
Nighttime hikes, savings certificates and soul food.
Tips
For groups looking to make the most of collaborative sessions, the TradeWinds Island Resorts on St. Petersburg Beach, Fla., and Collaborative Labs at St. Petersburg College have teamed up to offer a new meetings amenity. Called the Labs, the one-day program assists groups in brainstorming, creative business planning, strategy [...]
