by Doug Baarman | Nov 12, 2014 | Industry News
I’ve recently attended a few of the larger industry events that took place in Nashville, Las Vegas and Atlanta. Being in the same location with so many of my hospitality industry peers reminded me of why I am so proud to be a part of this industry: Great people...
by Doug Baarman | Sep 22, 2014 | Career Transition Tips
I am interrupting my regularly scheduled blog posts with this anniversary message. This month marks the 7th anniversary of starting my independent meeting planning business affiliated with ConferenceDirect. I am delighted to share this celebration with you by bringing...
by Doug Baarman | Aug 16, 2014 | Business Development Tips, Hospitality, Self-Improvement Tips
By Doug Baarman On a recent trip to Europe, I had the pleasure of visiting hotels and spending time in beautiful towns throughout western Italy. Upon meeting the owner of a small shop in Sorrento, Italy – I realized he demonstrated what all small business owners must...
by Doug Baarman | Jul 25, 2014 | Self-Improvement Tips
By Doug Baarman I lead a team of independent meeting planners in the hospitality industry. This summer, I’ve made the decision to work on the third pillar of our team’s mission- ‘giving back’. I am taking time away from the office for personal reasons and it is not...
by Doug Baarman | Jun 25, 2014 | Self-Improvement Tips
By Doug Baarman Recently, I had the pleasure of stepping away from my meeting and event planning world to enjoy my daughter’s high school graduation. Graduation is defined as: “a person who successfully completed a course of study or training.” From my personal...
