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SMM Pilot Programs: A Proven Process for Success
May 08, 2018
Once a client decides to move forward with a strategic meeting management pilot program, identifying tasks and initiating implementation are the next steps to success. Numerous tasks need to be undertaken pre-, during, and post-launch in order to...
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7 Consequences of Marriott’s Commission Cut
Feb 12, 2018
We are two weeks into Marriott's announcement of commission reduction for third party planning companies from 10 percent to 7 percent. Many were caught off guard by the reduction; others were not surprised, assuming this would be coming shortly...
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What Is Best for Your Business?
Feb 02, 2018
My experience in working with clients and collaborating with colleagues on various strategic meetings management deliverables...
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Strategic Meetings Management: Why Me?
Jan 08, 2018
Frequently, I am asked "Why me? Why should I drive the strategic meetings management program?” Well, this column is dedicated to answering that question, why you should be the one behind the SMMP at your organization. Over the years, I...
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BCD M&E Grows Globally with Grass Roots Acquisition
Dec 15, 2017
One of the largest independent meeting planning companies in the country, BCD Meetings & Events, is poised to get even bigger. The company has signed an agreement to acquire Grass Roots Meetings & Events, a well-established player with 220...
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