Incentive programs are a big piece of the events industry. The expectations for incentive programs continue to change. It’s no longer only salespeople that are getting rewarded. Companies are focusing on many other aspects and objectives to reward too such as customer retention.  As an event planner, you need to be ready and aware of these changes!
In this episode of #EventIcons our iconic guests Padraic Gilligan of SoolNua, and Megg Withinton of Intellective Group will cover everything you need to know about incentive programs. They will cover the differences between incentive organizations. Next, our guests will answer, how hospitality trends are being included in today’s incentive programs. What has changed in what companies are looking for in their incentive trip experiences and so much more. You don’t want to miss this episode if you are planning incentive programs! Speaking of planning, check out our corporate event planning checklist for more ideas!
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Padraic Gilligan of SoolNua(@Padraicino)
Megg Withinton of Intellective Group(@MeggWithinton)
Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger)
Tahira Endean of BCIC (@TahiraCreates)

Check out the epic resources mentioned in this episode:
SoolNua
Intellective Group
Padraicino
Skift
PCMA Convene
Monocle
William Boyd
Ian McEwan
Marketing Myopia
United States Census Bureau
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA)
Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, Events (MICE) Industry Guide: Trends & Statistics
The 2018 Event Technology Landscape
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