In this episode, we revisit a Top Three Thursday episode with Michael Dominguez, President and CEO of Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI). Michael shared his expert perspective back in 2022. His valuable insights into the future of the meetings and events industry and the impact of technology still resonate in 2024.

Key Takeaways:

(02:10) Recommendation of Michael's podcast for industry insights.

(03:34) Challenges of political polarization in elections.

(04:39) Social media's dual role in connectivity and misinformation.

(06:36) The importance of personal branding beyond company affiliations.

(08:05) Focusing on the purpose of meetings and fully engaging.

(11:44) The shift back to in-person meetings, with some resistance to hybrid models.

(13:18) A cautious approach to the potential impact of the metaverse on events.

(16:50) The evolution of meetings in the industry.

Resources Mentioned:

Michael Dominguez - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeld-alhi/

Associated Luxury Hotels International - https://www.linkedin.com/company/alhimeetings/

Beyond The Meeting Room podcast by ALHI - https://open.spotify.com/show/2SeBeDv5JBzSTrS60Jc1fQ

Note: The original episode was published January 7, 2022

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On this inaugural episode of our podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome Nick Bailey, CEO and President of RE/MAX. Together we explore the world of event planning and management in the real estate industry.

Key Takeaways:

(01:10) The R4 conference and its 10,000 attendees.

(03:06) The culture of adventure in RE/MAX, influenced by its co-founder.

(04:21) Creating experiences in events for effective leadership.

(06:15) Balancing education and entertainment in events for real estate agents.

(07:26) The role of event logistics in enhancing experience.

(09:26) Discussing the ROI of conferences in RE/MAX context.

(13:03) Building strong partnerships with event collaborators.

(15:08) Approach to personal branding and career development.

(17:02) The importance of pushing personal limits for growth.

(18:24) Emphasizing genuine interactions and customer experience in events.

(22:22) Aspects of brand representation in events.

Nick Bailey - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-bailey-7286bb10/

2023 RE/MAX R4 Convention - https://news.remax.com/the-2023-remax-r4-has-arrived

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Welcome to Stay Looped — the podcast where we deep dive into the highlights and happenings of the world of events, with a keen focus on the perspectives of key industry players.

In each episode, we'll learn from the personal journeys of global event leaders and explore some of the strategies and solutions they employ to effectively and efficiently navigate the industry.

We'll also explore the impact of contemporary shifts on your career within the events industry. How is AI transforming the way we plan, execute and experience events?

Whether you're a seasoned industry veteran or just stepping into the events arena, you'll find valuable knowledge and the inspiration you need right here.