3rd Annual Global Pharmaceutical and Medical Meetings Summit ™
Executive Networking Lounge Exhibitors
Founded in 1969, ACCESS Destination Services sets the standard for excellence in award-winning destination management services. We are your single, global source for everything from creative program design and unique special event production, to transportation logistics, corporate social responsibility programs and recreational activities.
Setting the Gold Standard! AZA Events is Arizona and Southern California premier destination and event management company exceeding expectations for corporate & association meetings and incentive programs for over 23 years. We specialize in finding the hidden gems of our destinations to offer personalized service with imagination, enthusiasm and flawless execution.
Canyon Ranch, the pioneer of destination resorts, has been empowering people to live healthier, longer, lives since 1979. We answer your need for meetings, retreats and incentives desiring a healthy, motivating environment, focusing on productivity and performance. Our all-inclusive package includes ample activities and seamless budgeting for easy planning.
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group is one of the world's largest and most dynamic hotel companies. It has a fantastic portfolio of more than 1,350 hotels in operation and under development, a global footprint covering over 105 countries and territories and a powerful set of global brands: Quorvus Collection, Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson Red, Park Plaza, Park Inn by Radisson and Country Inns & Suites By Carlson. www.carlsonrezidor.com
Radisson Blu creates iconic buildings with contemporary interiors invoking an inviting, exciting ambiance. Pioneering bold and innovative lobbies, guest rooms and public spaces with the latest technology and a range of highly individualized solutions. Radisson Blu offers a guest experience that is truly unique in the world of hotels today. www.radissonblu.com
EventsAIR by Centium Software is for event organizers needing a turnkey solution to efficiently manage events. Easy to use and mobile optimized, it features unique capabilities, including real-time data, mobile apps and multiple productivity tools in a secure cloud environment. It's an end-to-end solution developed by and for event professionals.
www.CentiumSoftware.com
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Check In Easy is the leading mobile check-in application that eliminates paper guest lists and makes check-in lightning fast and super easy. The app now includes a brand new feature that allows planners to collect guest's signatures digitally. For more information visit www.checkineasy.com
CORT delivers style and service so you look your best. With our unparalleled service and next level offerings, you can trust CORT to deliver the "wow" at your next meeting or event. CORT's nationwide network of distribution centers make it possible to get the same quality products, service and satisfaction anywhere in the country.
Cvent, Inc. (NYSE: CVT) ) is a leading cloud-based enterprise event management platform, with more than 1,450 employees and more than 12,650 customers worldwide. Cvent offers software solutions to event planners for online event registration, venue selection, event management, mobile apps for events, e-mail marketing and web surveys. Cvent provides hotels with a targeted advertising platform designed to reach event planners looking for suitable venues. Cvent solutions optimize the entire event management value chain and have enabled clients around the world to manage hundreds of thousands of meetings and events. For more information, please visit www.cvent.com or connect with us on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn.
The most successful events are born from a well-calibrated mix of the right people, resources and know-how. By combining our advanced tools, technology and extensive experience in producing events specifically designed for the medical sector, together Travel and Transport and Ultramar offer an efficient, personalized event-planning service.
We know medical meetings. From HCP dinners to Symposia to CME programs, Fleming's has the expertise to deliver a flawless event. And our National Account Program offers many additional benefits to the medical meeting planner.
For more information or to book an event, please contact Michael DeGeorge at [email protected]
We offer the perfect alternative to a conference center with high speed internet, high definition televisions, screens and projectors for all your needs. Our modified service style allows your attendees to focus on your presentation and retain the information without distractions. For information contact Kirsten Knauer, Healthcare Meeting Compliance Certified (HMCC): [email protected]
Newark. It's a happening place (for a fraction of the price of New York City). The Garden State's largest metropolis, blossoms just 8 short miles from Manhattan. Live. Learn. Love. Shop. Rock. Sports. Arts. Eats. Events. Adventure. Newark offers a front row seat and easy access to all that's happening!
The Greater Philadelphia Life Sciences Congress (PHLLife) is a division of the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau (PHLCVB), represented by our region's life science leaders in health care, academics, research, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, venture capital and more. PHLLife promotes Greater Philadelphia as a world class destination for life sciences and related meetings and conventions. Visit www.discoverphl.com/PHLLife to learn more.
Hotel Irvine's the newest lifestyle hotel to hit Southern California. Our 16,000 square foot food and beverage collection boasts EATS Kitchen + Bar, RedBar + Lounge and a 24-hour Marketplace. Our 536 guestrooms have been redesigned with a modern look. The hotel's new "HI" experience provides a warm personalized feel.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company with a proud heritage of making guests feel more than welcome. Thousands of members of the Hyatt family strive to make a difference in the lives of the guests they encounter every day by providing authentic hospitality. The Company's subsidiaries manage, franchise, license, own and develop hotels, resorts, branded residences and vacation ownership properties under the Hyatt®, Park Hyatt®, Andaz®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Zilara™ and Hyatt Ziva™, Hyatt Residences® and Hyatt Residence Club® brand names and have locations on six continents. As of September 30, 2014, the Company's worldwide portfolio consisted of 573 properties in 48 countries. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com
IMS is a diverse women-owned meeting and special event technology provider specializing in medical and pharmaceutical programs. With national and international presence, we support everything from investigator meetings to large national sales meetings, and everything in between. Our client-focused approach fosters long-term relationships and a positive return on experience (ROE).
Interstate Hotels & Resorts is the leading U.S.-based global hotel management company. Hotel owners, developers and guests discover the Interstate difference in our 451 hotels with 82,800 rooms located throughout the U.S. and around the world. Interstate is a wholly-owned subsidiary of a joint venture between Thayer Lodging Group and Jin Jiang Hotels.
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions has provided unparalleled hospitality in a vacation-style setting for more than a decade. Our expertise and in-depth knowledge of what it takes to host the perfect event is clear, with more than 22,000 groups selecting Kalahari Resorts & Conventions as their venue of choice since opening.
We took what many considered to be a commodity and built a branded product line that has revolutionized how meeting planners address their sign needs and budgets.
Today, our signature SMARTsigns® are the most recognizable, eco-friendly, reusable meeting signs anywhere. Used in all fifty states by more than 3,000 planners.
Since 2002, MD Events has been a global strategic meeting management partner for clients in the life sciences industry. With five wholly-owned offices, global compliance staff, our high-touch registration process, and our consultative approach to meeting design, we successfully create engaging, memorable meetings resulting in a 97% repeat business rate.
Meetings + Events magazines are written and edited by staff with expertise in each region, and circulated throughout the surrounding region to provide readers a wide-ranging perspective on the local industry, including cultural events, service providers, venues and resources in each market. From new venues and major remodels to catering and décor trends, we are leading the way with hospitality-driven content.
Discover Melia, Gran Melia, ME by Melia and Paradisus Resorts - a Collection of 350 Properties in 35 Countries across the Globe.
World class accommodations, magnificent architecture and design, customized personal service, exceptional dining, amenities such as spa and golf, all set in the most coveted urban and resort locations.
MGM Resorts International is a global leader in the hospitality industry with thirteen (13) major resorts on the Las Vegas Strip and properties in Mississippi, Michigan and Connecticut.
Mid-Atlantic Events Magazine is the publication for corporate, association and independent planners of meetings, conventions, trade shows, special events, group outings, banquets, corporate travel, overnight accommodations and more within Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Virginia, Washington, DC and West Virginia. In addition, Mid-Atlantic Events provides its readers with a free Events Referral Service, assisting them with anything they need - from finding a host location to catering to AV to professional planning help and everything in between.
Millennium & Copthorne Hotels plc is a dynamic, global hotel company, which owns, asset manages and/or operates a worldwide portfolio of over 100 hotels across seven distinct global brands - Grand Millennium, Millennium, Grand Copthorne, Copthorne, M Hotel, Studio M and Kingsgate - throughout Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East, and North America.
Monterey County; the greatest meeting of land and sea, from Big Sur to Carmel Valley, Pebble Beach and Monterey through the Salinas Valley, providing a diverse, distinctive and complete destination to accommodate resort, boutique or downtown meetings of various sizes on California's Central Coast.
NH Hoteles, the 3rd largest European corporate hotel chain offers:
- More than 400 hotels with over 60,000 rooms
- In 25 countries throughout Europe, The Americas and Africa
- More than 2,600 function rooms for 10 to 2,000 people
The mission of the Saratoga Convention and Tourism Bureau is to market and promote Saratoga Springs and Saratoga County as a world-class destination for meetings, conventions and special events. For information on how to schedule or plan a meeting, conference, convention, wedding, sports tournament or special event in Saratoga, visit our website at www.discoversaratoga.org
Memorable Meetings Happen in Scottsdale! There's never been a better time to meet in Scottsdale, Arizona. Here you'll find an intimate resort community with state-of-the-art meeting facilities and all of the amenities you'd expect from the Southwest's premier meetings destination coupled with enticing value-added options that will maximize your budget. www.MeetinScottsdale.com
Smart Meetings magazine is published monthly in print and online by Bright Business Media, LLC, which also hosts smartmeetings.com, an award-winning interactive website, and produces Smart Events, live events connecting qualified meeting planners with premier hotels and destination representatives. The magazine and website covers meetings industry news, expert opinions and interviews, topical articles and feature stories covering a range of meeting and event sectors, including incentives, government, financial and insurance meetings. Destination and venue coverage includes all regions in North America, including Canada, Mexico, United States and the Caribbean. International destinations, industry news and related articles are covered quarterly. An online tool, Smart Site Selector, provides meeting professionals with fast, free and personal way to submit RFPs to premier hotels and venues.
The Sonesta Collection enjoys a rich history, celebrating nearly 70 years in hospitality. With a diverse and distinctive portfolio spanning three continents, we bring you a genuine experience, reflecting the culture and personality of each destination. We work hard to provide passionate and memorable guest experiences that rise beyond expectations.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is the most global high-end hotel company in the world. Our strength lies in nine distinct lifestyle brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four Points® by Sheraton, Aloft®, and Element, an award-winning loyalty program, Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG), and 154,000 talented associates worldwide.
The Switzerland Convention & Incentive Bureau
Switzerland could not be more central! This small, sophisticated and multicultural "island" in the heart of Europe is an ideal destination for any event. Direct access from all over the world. Wherever you land, your onward journey is straightforward - and probably quicker than you imagine, thanks to our public transport system, virtually unrivalled worldwide.
The Congress Centre Basel
The Congress Centre Basel belongs to the MCH Group, which also operates three exhibition centres in Basel and Zurich and Lausanne. The Congress Center Basel covers a larger area than any other congress venue in Switzerland. Our multi-purpose spaces, professional services and proven expertise in the organization of congresses, events and exhibitions make certain that your event will run without a hitch.
www.MySwitzerland.com/Meetings
www.mch-group.com
www.congress.ch
Synchronicities unites three destinations - Anaheim, Baltimore and San Antonio, for a coast-to-coast, year-to-year knowledge transfer and partnership that ensures the best deal possible, consistent service, and customized attendee engagement opportunities that deliver bottom-line value. Synchronicities is an unparalleled solution among three cities that are equally committed to making your meetings more successful.
Tourism Ireland - official marketing organization for promotion of travel to Ireland - provides free impartial advice. Ireland has the venues, facilities, technology and accommodation options to ensure your meeting or conference is a success Check out www.meetinireland.com/us for complete details, especially the recently launched Corporate Meetings Support Program
TransPerfect is the leading provider of multilingual communication services to life science companies worldwide. With rigorously tested linguists and 24/7 coverage, TransPerfect delivers high-quality solutions with the fastest turnaround times. TransPerfect provides a full range of multilingual event solutions including on-site interpreters, transcription and document translation for meetings with non-English-speaking attendees.
With the midnight sun overhead, the Chugach Mountains on the horizon and the waters of Cook Inlet summoning, Anchorage provides endless possibility for outdoor adventures and metropolitan delights. With hundreds of miles of trails and dozens of glaciers nearby, Anchorage holds unrivaled natural beauty, unexpected history and amazing adventures.
Look closely at Charlotte and you'll discover a lot. More than 4,500 hotel rooms and 100 restaurants are within walking distance of the convention center as well as cultural venues and entertainment options. With easy accessibility, unique venues and exciting attractions, Charlotte is a top-notch destination for your next meeting.
Newport Beach is a city comprised of appealing opposites. Regarded as fashionable and affluent it is also remarkably casual and affordable. A range of resort, hotel and unique venues combine to provide groups, meetings and events one of the most-diverse and well-situated destinations in Southern California.
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VisitNorfolk is a non-profit Destination Marketing Organization dedicated to helping both business and leisure travelers make the most of their visit to Norfolk, Virginia - "the heart of the Virginia Waterfront." Norfolk is a friendly, modern port city nestled where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean. Vibrantly alive, Norfolk offers its guests fun and adventure all day long and into the night. Offering a dynamic blend of history and heritage with contemporary attractions, Norfolk features a temperate climate, accessible waterways, lush parks and a beautiful beachfront. It is the perfect destination for families, boaters, golfers, outdoor enthusiasts, as well as meetings and conventions!
Treasure waits in Tampa Bay! With first-class hotels, culture and attractions, there is no better place to discover your next meeting. The award-winning airport and walkable convention district ensure guests conquer with ease. The Convention Center and unique off-site venues are perfect for takeovers. Explore a region with adventure. VisitTampaBay.com
Visit Vail Valley, home to Vail and Beaver Creek, offers a wide array of unique off-site venues, superior guest service and team building opportunities. Designed after the alpine villages of Europe, our pedestrian villages offer an extensive selection of convenient condominiums, charming alpine lodges and convention hotels that allow us to accommodate groups of 10-2,000. You'll enjoy 350+ shops and restaurants, all accessible by complimentary in-town transportation. With non-stop air service from across the country, getting here becomes even easier when your attendees discover the convenience of flying directly into Eagle County Airport. www.visitvailvalley.com
Warwick International Hotels represents a collection of distinct, upscale hotels and resorts known for central locations and quality throughout the world with over 55 hotels worldwide. From Europe to the United States and beyond, elegant and welcoming ambiences make it easy for guests to focus on work and play.
The Woodlands Conference Center is Houston's premier meeting destination. Recent completion of a $60,000 million renovation provided brand new guestrooms, meeting rooms, and event space. The property is centrally located, a three-hour flight from either coast and 20 minutes from Houston's Intercontinental Airport. 60,000 SF of meeting space, including a 13,500 SF ballroom and 33 dedicated meeting rooms, perfectly suited for pharmaceutical breakouts. All meeting rooms are set with ergonomic chairs and the majority offer natural light.
Wyndham Hotel Group is the world's largest hotel company with over 7,590 hotels under iconic brands including Wyndham Hotels and Resorts®, Ramada®, Days Inn® and Super 8®, among others. The company also has license agreements to franchise the Planet Hollywood Hotels, Dream® and Night® brands. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotelgroup.com
