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Springfield’s Tough Talks series continues at 6 p.m. Oct. 22, with a second discussion aimed at race relations, “ERacism: Lived Experience in the Community.” The discussion will focus on how race and racism affect the experiences of those living and working in the community. Partners have formed a community collaborative to bring people together to
Join the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce virtually to hear from panelists directly involved in the Greene County CARES Act Relief Fund response effort as they provide direction and guidance on the small business funding application process to better educate applicants on this resource. The program is set for 9 a.m. Sept. 22. The Greene
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Travelers Prefer Destinations Which Require Face Masks According to the most recent Longwoods International tracking study of American travelers, about 60% prefer destinations which require face masks in public, with a third of those reporting they will ONLY visit destinations with mandatory face mask orders. In contrast, only 9% are less likely to visit a
Brand USA is presenting a research update at 1 p.m. today. Brand USA’s Vice President, Research & Analytics Carroll Rheem will provide an update on international market conditions – the status of the pandemic, the economic outlook and consumer sentiment. The program will be presented via Zoom. Register at https://bit.ly/BrandUSAWebinar. Established by the Travel Promotion Act of 2009 as
The application for the CARES Act Relief Funds is now available on the Greene County website. A dedicated “CARES Act Relief Fund” button is on the main navigation of the homepage. From that button, users will find the application link under the “General Information” tab where each requesting entity or organization will register. Once registered,
Here are some helpful tips and information for event organizers, travelers and hoteliers. Podcast: Best Practices for Hybrid Events The freeze on live-in-person events in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic has forced many meeting planners to become more comfortable creating digital meetings. As physical gatherings slowly and haltingly return, these same planners can channel
Travel Intentions Fade as U.S. COVID-19 Cases Soar H2R Market Research News of COVID-19 cases surging across the U.S. appears to have dampened consumer travel intentions. This wave of research reveals a decidedly less adventurous traveling public. Consumers are far less likely to feel safe traveling outside of their community compared to early June (-17
Here’s information you can use as you plan events – either in person or virtually – and for motivating your staff. Tips for In-Person Events Safe Travel Protocols with Guidance for Restarting Events The protocols, backed by the United Nations World Tourism Organization, include recommendations for airlines, airports, hotels and more. How to Create a