Whether it’s a large corporate gathering or a small group of meeting goers, Benchmark Resorts & Hotels has several excellent locations to host impactful and productive meetings:
Discover The Abbey Resort, a beautiful upscale 90-acre property located on the shores of Lake Geneva. From the eight-person Waterfront Board Room to the 10,000-square-foot Harbor Ballroom, there is a wide array of dynamic indoor and outdoor venues that will accommodate meetings of any size. And to make things even better, the event coordinators are available to assist in every step of the planning process, from catering to tech support and more. The Abbey also offers groups several all-inclusive meeting packages, which can be customized to a degree. With so many exciting choices in such a serene setting, meeting-goers will be delighted with the Lake Geneva conference venue.
Built in 1882, the Tudor-style Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and offers 63,000 square feet of sophisticated meeting spaces and comfortable accommodations in Virginia’s gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountains. At the conference center, the information superhighway is always at your fingertips, as are the latest advances in multimedia and video teleconferencing. Hotel Roanoke’s in-house technology consultant is available to design and plan for every need. Plus, supporting the facility’s capabilities is a technical staff available seven days a week. After a day of meetings and networking, attendees can venture over to the Pine Room Pub to grab a cold drink.
Located steps from Vail Village, Golden Peak ski area, Betty Ford Alpine Gardens and the Ford Amphitheater, Manor Vail Lodge is one of Vail’s original and iconic properties. With over 10,000 square feet of expansive and versatile spaces for meeting, this Vail Village resort and hotel features a peaceful yet convenient location. The Lodge’s experienced meeting planners will help develop a unique program, resulting in a highly productive meeting. From breakout rooms and private patio spaces to the stunning views of Golden Peak and exceptional services and amenities, Manor Vail delivers an experience that attendees will be talking about for a very long time.
The hip and bold Hotel Valley Ho exudes mid-century marvelous architecture, vibrant colors, and modern flair in the heart of Scottsdale. Whether groups are made up of 10 guests or 500, Hotel Valley Ho offers over 13,000 square feet of expansive indoor event space and 20,000 square feet of lush outdoor space. With professional A/V services in the ballroom and boardrooms that feature Herman Miller executive chairs as well as wall-mounted HD televisions, Hotel Valley Ho is a comfortable venue for any type of conference or meeting. Additionally, the property features the only rooftop terrace with 360° views of Scottsdale. And Sands is a one-of-a-kind private venue with a built-in bar, kitchen, and lush, winding patios.
In today’s remote world, it can often be challenging to find a time (and place) to unplug and foster meaningful connections within your company. For those looking to escape the everyday and inspire innovation, collaboration and relaxation, consider a lakeside location for your next company meeting.
For meeting planners, finding new, unique and inspiring destinations for an upcoming event can prove difficult. Here are three Benchmark Resorts & Hotels' destinations dotted around the country, which offer unique experiences for meeting guests.
If your team’s connection relies on your internet connection, it’s probably time to think about making your workplace culture a little more personal. So, move morning coffee from your home office to one of Benchmark Resorts & Hotels’ boutique properties. We’ll bring the to-go cups.
Taking a step away from traditional office spaces and heading to new places can help teams refocus on business objectives, offering a fresh, relaxed environment, free of workplace distractions.
Happy employees are more likely to have a positive attitude when it comes to their work, increasing productivity and the overall culture of a company.
Often, the best ideas come when we take a step (far) away from our usual surroundings. However, while the idea of jetting across the globe for meetings sounds inspiring, it can be a logistical challenge for meeting planners.
Over the past decade or so, sustainability has been at the forefront of workplace initiatives. But that shouldn’t just be a focus in the workplace itself – businesses should strive to ensure that they are engaging in sustainability practices even when traveling for conventions, corporate retreats and meetings alike.
Whether it’s an intimate conference or gathering for a small business or a chance to reward an individual team in a large corporation, Benchmark Resorts & Hotels has some excellent locations to host impactful meetings, executive retreats and events to meet the needs of smaller groups:
For meeting planners, technology can be a friend or foe. And, in this new hybrid environment with both virtual and in-person attendees to consider, meeting organizers must rely on conferencing technology – to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all attendees.
With many companies making the switch to fully remote or hybrid work, there’s added pressure on offsite meetings to make up for lost facetime and build team bonds that can benefit business.
While company retreats have long been a staple of the business world, they often take place in a busy and overstimulated location like a major city for reasons including accessibility and proximity to a large airport. Planning a retreat in a remote location not only boosts your attendees’ comfort level as they ease back into in-person meetings, but time spent in a remote setting surrounded by nature is proven to improve brain health and stimulate creative thinking as well.
Breeze cooling your skin. Sun warming your view. Arms spread wide, floating down through the mountains. Can you picture it? A paragliding escapade through the Grand Tetons is just one of many teambuilding opportunities offered at Benchmark Resorts & Hotels properties around the country, designed to heighten your senses in a way that embraces creativity.
As meeting-goers begin to convene again in person, wellness should be top of mind. Meeting planners and attendees are increasingly aware of the benefits of therapeutic services and how they play a role in the success of any meeting, conference or program.
