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Report: What Lies Ahead for Meetings in 2017

Associations Now

A new report suggests that events will continue growing next year, but due to narrowing GDP growth, planners should work to rein in costs. The 2017 Meetings and Events Forecast notes that food and beverage prices are expected to rise globally due to a variety of factors, including attendee preferences. Uncertainty plays a role.

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When You Should Book: Expedia Highlights 2015 Airline Pricing Trends

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On Tuesday, Expedia released a white paper, “Preparing for Takeoff: Air Travel Trends 2015,” created with the help of the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), that notes the pricing trends that will affect the way we fly in the new year. ” Market factors at play. ” Market factors at play. .

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 7.31.20

Reid All About it

Survey participants will receive the study’s final report. Sponsorship and Pricing Methods for Virtual Events. Learn how to understand sponsor needs, build sponsor packages, bring value to a sponsor, and price virtual events. Presenter: Dr. Michael Tatonetti, Certified Pricing Professional and CAE. Virtual certified.

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The Prime Effect: How Amazon Is Helping Retail Membership

Associations Now

When Amazon increased the price of Prime last year, 53 percent said it didn’t affect their use of the service, and 24 percent said they weren’t even aware of the change. The report comes at a time when both loyalty and membership programs are expanding in the retail space.

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How Nonprofit Grocery Stores Are Filling the Gap

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In this way, we are able to keep prices affordable for all our customers,”says the nonprofit’s website. Our meals are priced to compete with fast food options, making it easier for families to eat healthier within their means.”.

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If You’re Looking for a Job, Look Inland, Lists Say

Associations Now

Two new reports suggest that Midwestern and Southern cities have a better balance of job openings and cost of living than their coastal counterparts. News and World Report. If you’re in the job market, you might want to head to Pittsburgh—especially if you’re just starting out in your career.

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Association Brain Food: 5.12.23

Reid All About it

This past week, I was still on a “softer” foods diet thanks to periodontal surgery, so nothing outstanding to report. Beyond Basic Learning Metrics: Using Analytics to Uncover Insights & Education Gaps Pulling reports and getting basic learning metrics from your LMS can be a struggle. State of the association industry.

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