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Feature Stories & Columns
Ask Christi: Motivating Through Financial Concerns
In light of the public outrage over AIG, should companies proceed with their company reward programs?
Incentive Interview: Seeing the Possibilities
Jim Haudan says that for incentives to work, everyone needs to be on the same page—and picture.
Travel Insider: Ten Steps to Building a True Incentive Travel Program
An incentive travel program is really like couturier. It must be one of a kind, personal and must fit the client perfectly. Here are my 10 steps to make sure your program is just that.
Editor's Note: Snoopy, Cisco and Our New Incentive Travel Survey
Another great company graces our pages this month: Cisco Systems. A global company, it is always working on ways to keep employees connected.

INDUSTRY NEWS
Facing the Financial Burden
New survey finds employees feeling anxious over the shaky economy.
People on the Move
TBA Global, an event marketing and communications and destination management firm, has announced a pair of senior executive appointments.
Platinum Partners 2008: Event Photos
See the photos from this year's Incentive Platinum Partners Awards.
Motivating Simply at Nielsen
The Nielsen Company, with 35,000 employees spread across over 100 countries, has adopted an incentive program that rewards workers for keeping things simple.


TRAVEL
Nurturing Nature in California
Terranea Resort will appeal to eco-conscious incentive travelers.
Ensuring That Euro Does Not Mean "You Owe"
A recent trip to Spain's Catalan region uncovered tips that can be used to save money on every step of your next incentive trip to Europe.
Florida Coast-to-Coast
From new resorts to classic golf and beach destinations, the Sunshine State has it all.
Hungry for Incentive Travel
RockResorts launches the "Appetite for Life" program.


MERCHANDISE & GIFT CARDS
Warm and Fuzzy Scarves
Corporate Cashmere indulges with luxurious scarves, throws and wraps.
Gift Cards Honor Heroes
SVM partners with Soldiers' Angels for "Tank Support" program.
Say "Happy Holidays" with Gift Cards from IncentOne
IncentOne introduces new card just in time for the giving season.
Rossignol's Winter Wear
Broder Bros., Co. introduces Rossignol apparel to incentive marketplace


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