Gavel International Marks 40 Years with Acts of Kindness
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAs Gavel International celebrated our 40th anniversary, we chose to honor this milestone with a blend of festivity and philanthropy.
Gavel International Delivers Joy Through Toys for Tots
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe 2024 holiday season saw the Gavel team come together once again, hosting a festive brunch for the Marine Corps representatives while presenting 17 boxes brimming with toys and 10 bicycles. These donations represent countless moments of joy waiting to brighten the lives of children during the holiday season.
Mastering Strategic Meetings: The Path to Success
Reading Time: 6 minutesAre you evaluating your strategic meeting planning team? Get the key questions to assess their expertise and ensure your high-level meetings drive real results.
The Meeting Planner’s Guide to Metacognitive Skill Enhancement
Reading Time: 4 minutesMany metacognitive skills are key strengths necessary for meeting planners. The further developed your metacognitive skills are, the more likely you are to do your job well. Learn how to enhance your metacognitive skills as a meeting planner.
9 Exhilarating Activities to Do in the Natural Splendor of Riviera Maya, Mexico
Reading Time: 4 minutesWith its lush vegetation and coastal location, Riviera Maya ranks among the top destinations in the world for a tropical getaway. Dive into 9 exhilarating activities to do in this spectacular place.
Why Intrinsic and Extrinsic Rewards Are Powerful Tools for Employee Engagement and Motivation
Reading Time: 4 minutesOrganizations struggle to keep their workplace invested. But research finds that combining intrinsic and extrinsic rewards is a powerful strategy to engage and motivate employees. Learn more:
Feel the Rhythm of the Capital of Country Music in Nashville, Tennessee
Reading Time: 6 minutesNashville's many attractions make it a popular place for offsite meetings and group trips. The city has become a hotspot for nightlife, with plenty to offer in art and history. Nature enthusiasts will find picturesque settings located a short drive from downtown.
How to Use Lateral and Vertical Thinking to Skillfully Implement Technology Trends
Reading Time: 5 minutesHow can you stay ahead of the technology curve and navigate the ever-changing technology landscape confidently? Lateral and vertical thinking offer an intriguing and entirely achievable solution. Find out how to use them together.
Effective Corporate Social Responsibility Teambuilding at Offsite Meetings and Events
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe potential of an event that includes corporate social responsibility activities is undeniably promising. Still, there are challenges with carrying out CSR initiatives during business-related events. Learn 5 effective ways to seamlessly integrate CSR activities into your offsite meeting.
The Cost of Lazy Employees and How Leadership Should Address the Issue
Reading Time: 6 minutesLaziness in the workplace is a complex issue that leaders should address thoughtfully and with great care. Learn about the steep costs of lazy employees, how to determine if someone really is lazy, and the best ways to manage lazy workers.
10 Unexpected Elements That Elevate Offsite Meetings
Reading Time: 6 minutesBy thinking outside the box, you can plan offsite meetings with unexpected elements that will delight attendees while achieving meeting objectives. Get 10 unique ideas that your offsite meeting attendees will love.
Put on Spectacular Drone Light Shows During Corporate Events and Incentive Trips
Reading Time: 6 minutesA high-technology alternative to fireworks that is safer and eco-friendly, drone light shows have become a breathtaking addition to offsite meetings and incentive trips. Use this guide to help you plan and pull off a performance attendees will never forget.
How Friendly Workplace Competition for Incentives Can Promote Team Bonding
Reading Time: 5 minutesWorkplace competition – the friendly type – is a great way to help teammates bond with each other. And when the incentives are appealing enough, employees will be motivated to get involved. Find out how friendly workplace competition promotes team bonding.
A Meeting Planner’s Guide to Using Drone Photography
Reading Time: 5 minutesA growing number of companies are using drones to take exciting aerial footage of their outdoor meetings. Find out the reasons why and get tips for hiring a good drone photographer.
11 Essential Items a Meeting Planner Must Have in an Event Kit
Reading Time: 7 minutesMeeting planners not only deliver a comprehensive skill set but bring a toolkit of essentials to pull off a successful corporate event. Learn the 11 essential items every meeting planner must have in their event kit and why they are so important.
Gavel International Joins in Global Meetings Industry Day 2024 (#GMID2024) Celebration
Reading Time: 2 minutesGavel International, a leading incentive travel and meeting planning company, will participate in the worldwide observance of Global Meetings Industry Day (#GMID2024) on April 11, 2024.
5 Strategies for Creating a Conflict Competent Workplace
Reading Time: 4 minutesConflict competency is a management skill that involves skillfully handling dissimilarities between co-workers to leverage differences as a catalyst for new ideas. Learn 5 strategies for creating a conflict competent workplace.
5 Items Meeting Planners Should Factor into Budgets (Part 2 of 2)
Reading Time: 7 minutesCollaboration, personalization, and inclusivity are key for successful face-to-face meetings. Learn what offsite corporate meeting budgets should include here:
5 Items Meeting Planners Should Factor into Budgets (Part 1 of 2)
Reading Time: 4 minutesIn-person meeting budgets are on the rise which is no surprise since they add tremendous value. Learn two items that should be factored into a modern face-to-face meeting budget:
The Hidden Harm of Weaponized Incompetence
Reading Time: 5 minutesWeaponized incompetence is when a worker acts ignorant or incapable to avoid doing certain tasks. Left unchecked, these deceptions threaten harm to company culture. Use these tips to identify and effectively combat strategic incompetence.
The Best Ways to Fully Experience the Natural Beauty and Historic Charm of Beguiling Amelia Island, Florida
Reading Time: 4 minutesAmelia Island ranks among the prettiest islands in Florida and has a richly preserved history that includes heritage sites. Learn the best ways to experience the natural beauty and historic charm with incentive travel participants.
How to Apply Serious Games to the Practice of Gamification in the Workplace
Reading Time: 4 minutesGamification makes 89% of employees feel more productive and 88% of employees feel happier at work. Learn the basics of gamification and how to pull it off successfully to achieve the objectives you set for it.
The Most Wonderful Gift is Giving to Those in Need
Reading Time: 2 minutesGavel International sponsored a food drive for the Schaumburg Food Pantry, and partnered with Toys for Tots raising $10,000 to provide toys for children in need.
Explore the Star-Studded, Exciting and High-Tech Las Vegas Dining Scene
Reading Time: 5 minutesLas Vegas, long known solely for gambling, has secured its place among the world’s great food and drink destinations. Get an inside look at which restaurants and bars are most worthy of your time, courtesy of our guide to the top places to eat and drink in Las Vegas.
Soak Up Abundant Sunshine in an Idyllic Setting While Exploring San Diego
Reading Time: 6 minutesWhile the idyllic natural setting could arguably be called the star of the city, San Diego has plenty of outdoor and indoor attractions for a corporate meeting or event. Discover which attractions and restaurants help make America’s Finest City a memorable meeting location.
12 Tips to Leverage Artificial Intelligence Tech in Sales and Marketing
Reading Time: 3 minutesArtificial intelligence is a competitive advantage and helps sales/marketing VPs make data-driven decisions and respond faster to market changes. Learn how to leverage AI effectively with these tips.
How to Create Long-term Positive Impact with Corporate Swag
Reading Time: 6 minutesOrganizations can leverage gifts at global meetings or group incentive travel events to create memorable experiences. Learn the best ways to ensure swag leaves a lasting impact.
Is AI the Next Great Tool for B2B Sales?
Reading Time: 6 minutes64% of B2B marketers consider AI a valuable asset to their marketing and sales strategies. Mastering the technology in the right way is key to reaping its benefits. This article touches on the benefits, the drawbacks and the areas of B2B sales where AI shines.
Honoring the New Psychological Contract of Employees
Reading Time: 6 minutesNearly 70% of employees feel isolated which may explain why over half would prioritize relationships with colleagues over a 10% increase in pay. Learn how you can improve social interactions for happier and more productive workers.
Best Ways to Explore Music City: Nashville, Tennessee
Reading Time: 4 minutesCountry music may have been Nashville’s initial entry onto the national scene, but it is also home to history, art and culture. The musical heartbeat of Nashville includes venues and historic sites that pay tribute and showcase live performances. Learn the best ways to explore Nashville.