Renamed PCMA embraces world stage at leaders’ meeting
Listen to audio What do economic forecasts, fragile leadership, Asian trends, values-driven political action and global social advocacy have in common? We asked PCMA President and CEO Sherrif Karamat about the high-profile, diverse agenda for this week's PCMA Leadership Conference in Houston, attended by 4,000 meeting professionals. Liz Chaney “We intentionally chose a diverse range of speakers because we firmly believe that unless we hear diverse perspectives, we will become trapped in our own little paradigms, which can be very dangerous.” What's the difference? Professor and podcaster Scott Galloway predicts a future powered by nuclear energy and artificial intelligence, and implores viewers to guide young people in finding their way. Author and TED Talk legend Brene Brown calls on meeting strategists to stretch themselves. "It shouldn't be comfortable. It should be meaningful and honest," she said. "Some things have to matter," said former U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney. "You play an important role as someone who brings people together. We need…
Genesis G80 Black embraces the darkness with its siblings
G80 sedan is fourth Genesis model to get black trim The Genesis G80 Black trim ditches the shiny chrome components for a more stealthy look. Even the smallest details on the exterior and interior have been painted black. The model is already available in South Korea and will be launched in Australia later this year. Genesis has launched the G80 Black in South Korea, joining a range of dark-themed models including the G90 sedan, GV80 and GV80 Coupe SUV. The exterior of the Genesis G80 Black lives up to its name, with an eye-catching all-black finish. All chrome elements, including the grille, air intakes, badging and bumper inserts, have been carefully blacked out. Finer details such as the inner bezel of the lighting unit and the ADAS radome are also treated in black. Review: 2025 Genesis G80 feels like a cheat code in the luxury sedan game The car rides on 20-inch glossy black alloy wheels with floating center caps,…
Kia embraces outdoor living with rugged EV9 and PV5 electric vehicles
Kia's SEMA lineup includes a range of off-road-focused models November 5, 2024 15:25 Kia unveiled five new concept cars at SEMA, including concepts based on the EV9 and PV5. The automaker also showed off more realistic builds based on the Sportage, Sorento and Telluride. Modifications vary by model, but most have lift tires, wrap tires, and off-road tires. The SEMA show is taking place in Las Vegas, and Kia is using the event to unveil a slew of new concepts. While there are five in total, the focus is clearly on electric vehicles. First up is the EV9 Advntr, which envisions an off-road-focused three-row electric crossover. It features a 3-inch (76mm) lift and a sturdy front panel with prominent recovery hooks. More: 2026 Kia EV9 GT to debut in January, has 'massive power' and 4-second 0-60 mph time The changes continue forward where we can see heavy-duty rocker panels and a custom roof rack with integrated light bars. Highlights also…
Focus on sustainability: Marriott Bonvoy campaign embraces
Listen to audio Across the travel industry, sustainability has become a major focus for guests and hospitality providers alike. As travelers become increasingly concerned about environmental issues, hotels and restaurants around the world are implementing innovative programs to create the greatest environmental benefit while minimizing their impact, giving guests the satisfaction of working with a company that shares their values. Sustainability in the hotel industry is no longer a trend but a set of fundamental practices, including Marriott Bonvoy events. From locally sourced food and supplies to waste reduction initiatives, hotels and restaurants are integrating smart measures to ensure a better future and greater guest satisfaction. In October, Marriott International is pleased to announce its responsible association with Marriott Bonvoy Events. This new global program is dedicated to helping meeting planners integrate sustainability into events at our hotels and is designed to enable us to better steward the communities and environments in which we operate. Connect Responsively provides clients with…
2026 Mercedes GLS embraces the stars and goes pillar to pillar
The GLS is getting a minor update with a focus on technology September 2, 2024 19:50 The facelifted Mercedes GLS has been spotted testing in Europe. The three-row luxury SUV gets a new front fascia and updated taillights with star-shaped graphics. The cabin has also been updated and appears to have a new pillar-to-pillar display. The third-generation Mercedes GLS recently celebrated its fifth anniversary, which usually means a redesign is only a year or two away. However, the current crossover has been around longer than usual, which means it's getting a second facelift to keep it fresh. While the camouflage does a good job of hiding the changes, we can tell it will be a relatively minor update with the focus on the front and rear ends. There isn't a lot to see, but the model has a revised grille flanked by temporary headlights with a swept-back design. More: Mercedes-Maybach GLS appears to be preparing for a second facelift The…
Business travel embraces technology
According to the Global Business Association (British Tourist Association), the world The leading business travel and meetings trade organizationand by Kevinan industry-leading provider of conference, event and hospitality technology. According to a survey of business travel professionals in North America and Europe, The report shows that while 88% of surveyed travel management companies (TMCs), 74% of suppliers and 59% of travel buyers generally believe their organizations are doing a good job with technology, there is a huge opportunity in actively incorporating advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain into their travel programs. Additionally, while travel spending on technology is expected to remain largely flat, the majority of suppliers and TMC professionals say their companies will increase their technology investments in the coming year. However, accommodation suppliers are far less likely to do so than other supplier types. The report highlights the need for all travel industry professionals to better understand and adopt advanced technologies in order to remain…
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