When you're planning a meeting or event, you need more than just a destination. You need a partner who truly understands the industry. At the Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau (PWCVB), we've built the kind of deep, institutional knowledge and relationships that can only come from years…
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Ever wonder what really goes on behind the scenes of a major meeting or convention? This week on PVD POV , we sit down with one of our own: Carley Foto from the Convention Services team at GoProvidence. Carley walks us through the magic of event planning, from pre-con visits and community outreach to…
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There's an expression in New England — "You can't get there from here." But at Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport, you can get just about anywhere from here. Location, Location, Location Although generally referred to as Providence or PVD, T.F. Green is located in nearby Warwick, with a…
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The phrase "it takes a village" perfectly describes how we approach large-scale meetings, conventions and sporting events. When planning major competitions like NCAA tournaments, the Rhode Island Sports Commission assembles a dedicated team of key stakeholders, our Local Organizing Committee (LOC)…
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When it comes to hosting major events — from NCAA tournaments to Rubik’s Cube competitions — Rhode Island punches well above its weight. In our latest episode of PVD POV, we sit down with Jonathan Walker from the Rhode Island Sports Commission to talk about the power of sports tourism and the…
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Meeting planners, we know you've got a lot on your plate and hundreds of potential locations for your event. To save you some time, we've answered the most commonly asked questions about Providence, the sales team's role at the Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau (PWCVB) and what we can…
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We're all working in a high-demand period. For lots of reasons, meeting planners are buying short-term, which creates a virtual jump ball for availability. With that in mind, hotels, convention centers and destinations are evaluating your statistics. Your data. Suppliers are evaluating the value of…
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Planning a successful meeting or event goes beyond securing a venue and booking speakers. Today's savvy attendees crave engaging experiences that leave them feeling valued and connected. As a meeting planner, your primary goal is to ensure their satisfaction, turning them into loyal participants…
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I couldn't help but grin as I read the post-conference email from Tina, the meeting planner for the American Association of State Compensation Insurance Funds (AASCIF). It wasn't long, but it made my day: "Thanks for all your help. You were so amazing to work with. Love how you make things happen…
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With a history of freethinking that dates back to its founder Roger Williams, Providence is all about giving meeting and event planners the ability to craft an experience totally tailored to their unique vision. All you need is a little imagination to freestyle your event in a way that surprises and…
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