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Sharing our monthly #newsletter. Let Andrea Milrad Heilweil or me know if you’d like to receive this. Always great tips, articles and FAM information. #thehuttongroup #inspired #siteselection #meetingprofs

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It's been a jam-packed summer of events and presentations, and we have yet another coming your way! ❓ What: The San Diego County Lodging Association's 2025 Hotel Economic Forecast Lunch 📆 When: Wednesday, September 4 🗺 Where: Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego - La Jolla. San Diego's own "Hotel Guru," Robert Rauch, and I will dive deep into the current economic environment, how it affects local hotel performance, and how we see the economy and hotel performance trending into the next year or two. Attendees will learn about: ✅ Current trends and data from 2024 and how they project into 2025. ✅ Analysis of key submarkets in San Diego, including Coronado, Downtown/Gaslamp/Little Italy, East County, La Jolla, Mission Bay, Mission Valley, North Coastal, North Inland, Hillcrest/North/South Park, Point Loma Peninsula, South Bay, and Unincorporated County. ✅ Strategies for budgeting and planning in a shifting economic environment. ✅ Expert opinions and forecasts from renowned industry leaders. Register here: https://lnkd.in/g4aKEVcc

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Always interesting to see a chart like this about event styles. While I'm a solid Gen X'er I'm definitely a Millennial/Gen Z Hybrid when it comes to events. It's important for event planners to consider the range of personalities when planning. #eventplanning #eventinsights

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Anaheim City Council Approves DisneylandForward Project Big win for Disneyland Resort! The Anaheim City Council tentatively approved (though still not 100% official till May) the "DisneylandForward" project, a massive $2B undertaking, that promises to bring significant economic benefits to the city over the next four decades. After 8 hours of public discussion (late night!), the city council voted unanimously to pre-approve the plans. Big win as the city of Anaheim and Disney have not always had the best relationship. Here's a quick rundown of the key takeaways: 🔶 New Theme Parks: Disneyland is getting an expansion! The agreement allows Disney to develop new theme parks on currently underutilized land. This will undoubtedly attract more visitors and boost the local economy. 🔶 Millions in Community Benefits: The project isn't just about theme parks. Anaheim will also receive millions of dollars in community benefits, including crucial funds for affordable housing initiatives. 🔶 Concerns Linger: While the project is expected to be a boon for Anaheim, some residents have expressed concerns about the sale of Magic Way (a road) to Disney. Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken is quoted in the article saying “I have been a critic of city subsidies to private corporations,” but she believes Disney has “done it right” with this project. Overall, the DisneylandForward project is a significant development for Anaheim, with the potential to create jobs, stimulate the economy, and address important community needs. ### 🎢 If you found this interesting and want to learn more about the business of theme parks, give me a follow Tay Mauro #disney #anaheim #disneyland #disneylandforward

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Casino promotions going stale? Before you take a 'set it and forget it' approach, audit your promotions with this essential checklist from Tom Osiecki! #casinomarketing https://hubs.la/Q02s8VFf0

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#influenced by David Wells, CDME and Cody Chomiak, CDME! Here's my 2024 LinkedIn Rewind: 2024 taught me that excellence in tourism marketing isn't just about promoting destinations - it's about transforming how people experience them. From celebrating Laguna Beach's radical origins to stepping into agency leadership at JNS Next this year proved that authentic storytelling drives real destination impact. When we let communities tell their own stories, magic happens. Key moments that shaped my perspective: • Watching our From Radical Origins series bring the Laguna Beach community together, with cheers erupting as residents saw their stories on the big screen • Leading Visit Laguna Beach through award-winning campaigns that celebrated authentic local voices • Transitioning to JNS Next to help more destinations find and share their unique stories • Strengthening industry connections through Visit California and California Travel Association events and tourism forums Looking ahead: Excited to bring deeper destination marketing expertise to the agency side, helping tourism clients tell authentic stories that drive real results. Because when we get it right, we don't just promote places - we transform how people experience them. To every destination marketer working to share authentic stories: Your work matters. Not just for tourism numbers, but for the communities who trust us to tell their stories well. #tourism #hospitality #destinationmarketing

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“You have to go the way your blood beats. If you don’t live the only life you have, you won’t live some other life, you won’t live any life at all.” - James Baldwin #sanrafael #deltaairlines #thelastringmaster #stopthehategotothecircus #circusvargas #circus #circuslife #circuseverydamnday #keynote #keynoting #keynotespeaker #keynotespeakers #podcast #podcasting 📸 terryscusselphotography

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True event managers turn potential obstacles into opportunities to elevate the guest experience, leaving them with lasting memories of a flawlessly executed event. It's about anticipating challenges before they arise, adapting on the fly, and ensuring that what appears effortless on the surface is the result of careful planning, creativity, and relentless dedication. #MarlynLopez #eventmanageruae #eventmanagerdubai #eventsuae #events #eventplannersuae 

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SmashSwing Immersive unique features? Solving problems for FECs, Competitive Socializing venues, golf courses/driving ranges and indoor golf simulator venues. We will help drive people to locations through seasonal games, tapping into licensed IP fan bases, rolling competitions and a stream of new games so consumers (yours and those of the licensed IP fan bases) visit your facility more frequently. Heck, how about PGA TOUR Superstore or Golf Galaxy being the retailer who takes this approach to bring more people to the game???? Gary F.

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Are you ready to take your casino's guest experience to the next level? 🚀 Then you won't want to miss the latest episode of Drivetime Marketing. In this episode, we're exploring the world of signature casino experiences. I'll share insider tips, strategies, and real-world examples to help you create moments your guests will never forget. Whether you're a seasoned casino operator or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable insights you can immediately implement. #CasinoMarketing #GuestExperience #Podcast #onthegomarketingtips

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I love this clarification: "There’s a distinct difference between the events business and the business of events. We have to understand that events are designed to serve a business purpose.” Corporate events are different today because we now understand that enabling people to engage and grow is more that logistics and menus -- it's appealing to both business and attendee goals in order to shape content, format and overall outcomes.

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Hey #eventprofs! Please help with an initiative to modernize the NAICS codes for our industry. Read about the issue and how to help below in Wendy Porter's post. Let's make this happen!!

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I can’t wait for this! #IMEX24 has curated a brilliant lineup #Emotionalintelligence explored in so many different ways. If you are heading to IMEX, I’d love to connect with you in person. Details of my three sessions can be found in the app. See you there! #eventprofs #emotionalintelligence #stoyrytellersmindset #speaker #speakersteph

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What does #diversity mean to you? Many people think of race or gender/sexual orientation but it's more than that. It includes people with different skills sets and abilities and is one of the elements that make working in hospitality always interesting. #TheAnaheimHotel #OCGoodwill #DevelopmentalAbilities #OvercomeBarriers #Employment. https://lnkd.in/gsTmsG-d

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The 2025 event trends report is here 💫 From the cookie craze crossing the pond to event organisers diverting their budget from alcohol to experiential, dive into what's going to be big in the events world in 2025.

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Looking for the best venue management software? Check out these top 10 features to improve your event management and operations.

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Using paper-based systems is a nightmare. Event managers, you know the drill. Chaos at check-ins, lost attendee lists, identity mix-ups. 🔸The stress is real. 🔸Papers get lost or mixed up. 🔸Confusion and delays follow. Manual tracking adds pressure. Event days are already hectic. The check-in process slows down. Accuracy suffers. But there’s a better way. Imagine a system that’s organized and efficient. Bilimbe Digital’s QR Code solution is the fix. 🔹Streamlined check-ins. 🔹Improved accuracy. 🔹Less stress. Event management can be easier. P.S. What has been your biggest frustration with paper-based systems? P.P.S. Scan the QR Code below 😉

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