It’s that time of year again—time to plan the company holiday party! If you’ve been tasked with organizing the annual shindig, you might be wondering where to begin. Don’t worry, we have you covered. Here are our top tips for planning an outstanding holiday office party: Pick a date after the New Year To avoid… Read more »
How well do you know incentive travel? We’re willing to bet that you didn’t know these four incentive travel facts: Employees prefer travel to material rewards By now, you’ve probably heard that people become less satisfied with material things over time, whereas remembering positive experiences continues to make them happy. Companies are taking note and… Read more »
Are you in the process of planning an important meeting? You should avoid making the meeting too structured or too free-flowing. Most people respond best to meetings that are somewhat structured while also offering up the opportunity to veer off-track when appropriate. They also like meetings that aren’t too long and that provide them with… Read more »
Choosing the right destination for a business meeting is more challenging than you might think. You might be under the impression that picking a destination is as simple as finding a place that has the conference rooms and space you need to conduct successful meetings. But there are so many other things to consider. It’s… Read more »
First introduced in early November 2017, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 was signed into law by President Trump in late December 2017. It called for a number of changes to be made to the Internal Revenue Code, including many that have impacted the hospitality industry. It’s important for you to get a… Read more »
Travel has always been one of the big incentives that many employers have offered to their employees for doing a great job. But like all things, incentive travel trends have come and gone over the years as employers have found new ways to keep their employees motivated with enhanced travel options. 2018 is no different… Read more »
Finding the right hotel for a corporate business meeting or incentive travel program isn’t just about the location: sure, proximity to the airport is important, but that’s not what makes a great stay. The right hotel needs to have many attributes, including helpful staff, delicious restaurants and bars, comfortable and stylish accommodations, and more. Here… Read more »
At HPM Associates, we can help you plan your next big meeting or conference. But we want you to know that we specialize in doing more than just reserving meeting rooms and setting up equipment for companies that need a hand. We also specialize in creating customized trip plans, both for companies that are planning… Read more »
Planning an awards trip for your company can be a great way to boost morale and show your employees you really care about them and the work they do. But setting up the trip and the highlight of the awards ceremony can be daunting tasks, especially if you have never done it before. Check out… Read more »
