About Eloisa Mendez

With over 25 years of experience in the meetings and event industry, Eloisa has worked closely with a variety of clients on events ranging from small incentive trips to large corporate meetings. While growing her career at Gavel International, Eloisa has managed all aspects of the event lifecycle, including site selection, creative materials, attendee registration, rooming list and transportation management, entertainment bookings, as well as website development. Eloisa was progressively promoted in recognition of her meeting management expertise, professionalism, and genuine passion for driving improvements within overall event operations. She was recognized as the 2000 Employee of the Year and is currently the General Manager for Gavel International.

January 2022

Silence the Noise to Communicate

2022-09-21T13:15:25-05:00January 4th, 2022|

There is no shortage of communication tools in offices today. There is a consistent stream of text messages, emails, Zoom meetings, meetings down the hall, video calls, conversations around the water cooler, newsletters, and good old postal mail. All this communication can easily challenge even the best communicator. It can be overwhelming when navigating communications, switching back and forth between [...]

December 2021

Punta Mita – “Never A Dull Moment…unless you want one.”

2022-09-21T10:40:24-05:00December 28th, 2021|

A prestigious gated community and resort destination, Punta Mita is a mosaic of experiences and memories. The sensual breezes coming off the Pacific Ocean, combined with a clear night sky filled with stars, offer visitors a sense of tranquility. Punta Mita has the mark of its ancestors. If you take a hike up the Careyeros Mountain to roam ancient Aztatlán [...]

A Social Media Video Checklist

2022-11-28T12:31:17-06:00December 21st, 2021|

Marketing with video is here to stay because it is incredibly effective in reach and engagement.  Most of the social media platforms today have high video content visibility. A testament to the increased demand for videos is the introduction of Reels and IGTV on Instagram and Facebook Watch. Approximately 85% of people on the internet in the US watched online [...]

Scottsdale, Arizona – A Desert Beauty

2022-09-21T10:40:38-05:00December 14th, 2021|

Scottsdale offers the discovery of something delightfully unexpected – the stirring beauty of the Sonoran Desert. There is year-round sunshine and an exotic natural setting. Scottsdale is known for the multitude of meeting professionals who will go out of their way to ensure your meeting’s success. Scottsdale creates a welcoming environment that will leave your group inspired.     Climate [...]

4 Ways to Inspire Workplace Creativity

2022-11-28T12:15:16-06:00December 7th, 2021|

By 2020, the World Economic Forum believes that creativity will be the third most important skill for employees, after complex problem solving and critical thinking. (1) Each employee has the potential to help foster a culture that boosts and nurtures creativity. Organizations that encourage creativity are likely to reap the benefits of innovation through increased worker morale.  Creativity is essential [...]

November 2021

Orlando – The City Beautiful

2022-09-21T10:38:11-05:00November 30th, 2021|

Orlando is located in the central region of Florida and is home to more than a dozen theme parks. Orlando is one of the most visited cities in the world.  At the top of Orlando's claim to fame are Walt Disney World's theme parks, with the Magic Kingdom, Epcot Center, and associated water parks. Universal Orlando is also on the [...]

San Antonio – What Was Old Is Now New

2022-09-21T10:37:58-05:00November 16th, 2021|

San Antonio was founded May 1, 1718, when a Spanish expedition from Mexico established the Mission San Antonio de Valero. Today it is a modern city filled with all of the conveniences and is a top shopping destination. The town features boutiques, shopping malls and is home to the largest Mexican market. The city's River Walk makes getting around downtown [...]

Vail – Event Season Never Sleeps

2022-09-21T10:37:40-05:00November 2nd, 2021|

Vail, Colorado, was initially established as a ski resort in 1962 and was formed as a city in 1966. Vail became a Home Rule Charter city in 1972. Vail has over five thousand permanent residents, plus another five thousand part-time residents of vacation properties. Together, they share and value a lifestyle that combines one of the best alpine resorts globally [...]

October 2021

Tucson – An Extraordinary Destination

2022-09-21T10:31:01-05:00October 19th, 2021|

Tucson offers big-city amenities with a small-town atmosphere.   Visitors will be surrounded by five minor ranges of mountains: the Santa Catalina Mountains and the Tortolita Mountains, the Santa Rita Mountains, the Rincon Mountains, and the Tucson Mountains. The Sonoran Desert draws people to Tucson, and they're often surprised at how diverse living in a desert can be. Once off the [...]

A Perfect Vintage – Napa Valley

2022-09-21T10:30:11-05:00October 5th, 2021|

Napa Valley is a meeting planner's dream as there are over 5,000 rooms in 130 properties, ranging from luxury resorts, boutique hotels, and recognized brands. Napa Valley has over 500,00 sq. ft. of available meeting space, including ballrooms, wineries, restaurants, and outdoor space. There is more to Napa Valley than just Napa.  There are five different towns, Napa, St. Helena, [...]

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