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August 2008
Are You Wired for Your Next Meeting?
The business world is becoming ever more reliant on using technology to connect people in place of face-to-face communication. But this does not forecast a bleak future of conventions, it just means meeting planners need to combine the best traditions of convention planning with new tools and techniques.
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Source: ConventionPlanIt.com - July 2008
New Green Meeting Association and Certification Launched
The newly formed Association for Green Meetings & Events has developed the first certification for planners and suppliers interested in greening their meetings: The Certification in Green Meetings and Events. The 25-hour certification process will be launched at the association’s first meeting August 24 to 27 in Long Beach, Calif.
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Source: Corporate Meetings & Incentives, July 2008
Initial Success
The Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation was created in 1985 by the Convention Industry Council (CIC). Since then, the number and variety of professional certifications and designations those in the meetings industry can earn have blossomed, but what are the real benefits of earning one? Is a certified meeting professional better than the average event organizer?
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Source: Successful Meetings, July 09, 2008
Unions Demystified
A rookie's guide to working with trade show unions, without waging a turf war.
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Source: Convene, February 2008
Doing Business in China
China is an increasingly attractive place to do business, offering excellent service in its first- and second-tier cities. However, there are some cultural issues to consider when working in the world's most populous country.
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Source: Meetings & Conventions, May 2008
W Seattle Seattle, Washington
The 26-story W is a beacon welcoming the urban, urbane and contemporary to their refuge in Seattle’s cultural core. In the heart of downtown, W Seattle is close to art and music centers, financial and retail hubs, and the Pike Place Market.
Eleven flexible and impeccable state-of-the-art meeting rooms totaling 10,000 square feet conform to your every need. Thinking big? The large, airy 4,500 square foot Great Room can accommodate up to 520 guests. Delectable dishes provided by acclaimed in-house catering and banquet team take the grandeur to a whole new level. Perfect for work and play, W Seattle offers everything you need to make your business beautiful, meeting memorable, and special event spectacular. Creative in approach and innovative in design, W Seattle is a breath of fresh air for your attendees.
Overall, the customer service at the hotel was top notch. They were able to make changes on the fly, as well as service new requests. They rearranged, removed tables, moved internet drops and added food and beverage all within 30 minutes, and all with a smile. Perfect venue for a medium-sized get together in the heart of downtown.
To learn more about this venue, please visit: http://www.starwoodhotels.com and be sure to mention, "Opus Solutions"
Whether your event is a half-day seminar, multi-faceted, multi-day program, domestic or international, we have the resources to make your event successful. Opus is your solution!
For information about Opus Solutions' Coordinators, please contact Kim Kopetz at 971-223-1144 or kkoptez@opus-solutions.com.
Inn-House Doctor - This services provides medical assistance to hotel guests 24 hours a day, 7 days a week....
http://www.inn-housedoctor.com
Fodor's Green Travel - The book, Green Travel, is a bit different than other Fodor's guides. The book is divided into regions of the world, and includes an introduction with their selection criteria and tips on how individuals can minimize their carbon footprints.
http://www.amazon.com/
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