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Barbara Scofidio

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Barbara Scofidio is Editor of Prevue and heads up the Visionary Summits, our exclusive conference series targeting senior-level meeting and incentive planners. In her 30 years in the industry, she has become known for her passion around greening meetings, growing awareness of human trafficking and promoting CSR activities as part of business events. She is currently a member of SITE's Women IN Leadership committee and the media liaison for FICP's Education Committee. She was the first member of the media ever to be invited to sit on a committee by GBTA, where she spent three years on the Groups and Meetings Committee. She has also been an active member of SITE for 30 years, chairing its Crystal Awards committee and acting as a judge. Before joining Prevue in 2014, she served as Editor of Corporate Meetings & Incentives (MeetingsNet) for more than 20 years. She has a BA in Literature/Rhetoric from Binghamton University. Barbara is based outside Boston, in Groton, Mass.
meeting apps, event apps, apps

10 Must-Have Apps for Planners

The National Conference Center has come up with the following list of top apps for meeting and event planners—and many are free.
Jekyll Island, Georgia, Westin Jekyll Island

Groups Experience the Grand History of Jekyll Island

Not only is Jekyll Island one of the most beautiful barrier islands in the country, it is rich in history. And now it will be a convention magnet with the addition of a new Westin resort.
event app, meeting app

4 Ways to Increase Event App Adoption

Getting attendees to download and use your event app can be difficult—but the engagement they build is worth the effort.
Marriott Brooklyn Bridge, New York, Manhattan

Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge Reno Reflects NYC’s Emerging Borough

The renovation will celebrate the hotel’s setting in what has surely become the city’s hippest borough.
Vero Beach, Florida

Turtle Walks to Fish Bakes at Vero Beach Hotel & Spa

The "Beyond the Boardroom" program is a new locally and eco-inspired roster of teambuilding activities.
Twitter, social media, hashtags

7 Pros and Cons of Meeting Hashtags

For events where there is a lot of learning and buzz, creating an event hashtag makes sense. For others, it might not.
IRF, Incentive Research Foundation

Experiences and Personalization Drive Merchandise & Gift Card Trends

Today’s incentive winners are inspired by memorable experiences and personalized merchandise, according to a new report from the Incentive Research Foundation. The IRF found...
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro, South America

Rio de Janeiro a Dramatic Backdrop for Incentives

The 245-room JW Marriott Hotel has one of the best locations in Rio de Janeiro, with rooms overlooking the crescent-shaped Copacabana Beach.
Fort Lauderdale, Sonesta, Florida

“Meet Inspired” Package at Sonesta Fort Lauderdale

The recently rebranded 240-room Sonesta Fort Lauderdale is offering inspiration to meet there in the form of the “Meet Inspired” package.
event, DMC, special event

5 Things to Look For When Choosing a DMC

From their industry involvement to their company values, here are a few considerations when searching for a DMC.
Paris, VAT, Europe

3 VAT Questions Answered by the Experts

Experts Jean-François Benard and Marc Lieber of BC&A answer 3 important questions about the European value-added tax.
Baltimore, pizza, Neapolitan

Visit Baltimore Curates Turnkey Group Experiences

These 14 turnkey experiences allow attendees "to go beneath the surface, behind-the-scenes and hands-on to discover Baltimore’s unique story.”
St. Kitts, St. Kitts Marriott Resort, Nevis

Let Savings Fly at St. Kitts Mariott Resort

Groups booking the St. Kitts Marriott resort on certain dates get 30% off group rates and a $125 air credit per person per stay.
noni, Puerto Rico, Vieques

Spa Treatments Take Their Inspiration from Local Ingredients

The trend toward incorporating locally grown herbs, fruits and other ingredients into spa treatments is making its way into many luxury resorts.

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