Site inspections has taken on a whole new meaning, but they are still happening! A few months ago, our team decided to reach out to some of the local hotels to get a first-hand experience on what provisions were being made to accommodate groups in the new reality. Our request came as a bit of …
I was delighted to meet up with several of our GC Team Members in Boston this month for our summer “BAM” (Business Advancement Meeting). While we have several larger team meetings during the year, these meetings are smaller and more intimate in nature. We get an opportunity to share our knowledge, experiences, and encourage each …
I can’t believe the first quarter is nearly over; time sure does fly. This year we’ve been working diligently on updating our platforms and resources to align with our customer needs of “today”. As a worldwide hotel sourcing company, it’s not just about the sourcing anymore; technology has changed that. It’s more about partnering with …
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Summer is almost over; yea! In Arizona the kids are back in school which our moms seem happy about! A few months ago, I facilitated a session at The Meeting Show in London and thought I’d share the comments from the audience about the challenges of working with suppliers and buyers from their own perspectives. …
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Open for business. A few weeks ago, a group of Global Cynergies’ team members met in Sonoma County for a business meeting which also included touring various hotels and venues in the area. Sonoma County is home to over 60,000 acres of vineyards, more than 425 wineries and a key destination for meetings and events. …
Enterprising Women Magazine Announces Patricia Durocher as Winner of 2018 Enterprising Women of the Year Champions RALEIGH, N.C. December 12, 2017 – Monica Smiley, publisher and CEO of Enterprising Women magazine, has announced the winners of the 2018 Enterprising Women of the Year Awards, an annual tribute to the world’s top women entrepreneurs, and a …
I’m often asked what distinguishes us from competitors that also offer hotel selection services for meetings and events. I recently attended a major hotel’s conference where more than 30 brands were showcased; the analogy was clear; hotels have a combination of guest rooms, function space and food & beverage outlets; yet each maintains its own …
If you are considering the UK, now may be the time. Contact one of our GC team members if you are interested in learning more about value destinations for your next meeting or event. With over 130 people in 25 countries working with nearly every brand, we will find the right fit at the right …
Having a plan and roadmap is essential to success. Having 3 to 5 key goals keeps everyone focused on the right priorities. Our plan for 2016 is one of continued controlled growth. Bring the right people on the right bus in the right seats (Good to Great) and deliver a consistently great service to our …
I am often asked if attending trade shows are they worth it given the cost and time out of the office; even with hosted buyer programs. Having just come back from the IMEX America trade show in Las Vegas, I can tell you, just like many things, it depends! I am a firm believer in …
The first local GC Exchange was held on Thursday, July 30th at the Royal Palms Resort. The team from Global Cynergies hosted a handful of strategic planners from the Phoenix area to meet and exchange information. Pat Durocher spoke briefly about the current climate in the meetings industry both domestically and internationally. Roger Stauffer weighed …
The industry has come a long way, not only in product offerings, itineraries, and market segmentation, among other items; but also in advancements with purpose-built meeting space to attract meetings and events. While the number of new hotels opening over the last few years had declined, the number of cruise ships has increased, adding fresh …
