Our founder, Alan Elliott, recently spoke to students at Politeknik Internasional Bali (PIB) — Indonesia's first "tourpreneur” campus.
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In the ever-evolving landscape of the tourism industry, staying ahead of the competition requires a proactive approach to securing new business opportunities. One effective way to achieve this is through responding to Request for Proposals (RFPs).
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This platform is a valuable resource for tourism professionals who provide the following services to governments, NGOs, and other stakeholders that issue RFPs. By leveraging platforms like The Sigmund Project’s RFP HUB and following best practices for proposal writing, you can unlock new opportunities and drive growth.
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Today marks the third anniversary of The Sigmund Project, celebrating innovation and collaboration in the travel and tourism industry. Highlights include the launch of our A.I.-powered Travel & Tourism RFP HUB, partnerships with NYU and other top institutions, surpassing 10,000 members, and over 5,000 eBook downloads. We've also received 270 innovative ideas from entrepreneurs and students. With over 100,000 visitors from 121 countries, we're just getting started! Join us as we continue to drive progress in the travel industry.
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Our founder, Alan Elliott, recently returned from a trip to Azerbaijan, a country that surprised him with its mix of history, culture, and striking landscapes. It was a visit that gave him time to explore and a chance to connect with local experts on the ground.
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Dive into the world of cutting-edge travel ideas and collaborations. The latest edition of the Sigmund Spotlight is here, and it's brimming with innovative concepts that are set to revolutionize the tourism industry. We're calling on all visionaries, experts, and enthusiasts to join forces with these trailblazers!
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A key takeaway from the summit was the undeniable importance of collaboration. It became clear that progress in addressing the pressing issues of our industry relies heavily on our collective efforts. Sharing insights, embracing new technologies, and working together towards sustainable solutions are not just ideals; they are necessities for the future of travel and tourism.
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The Sigmund Project is proud to announce its two-year anniversary today. In conjunction with this milestone, Sigmund has released the results of its annual member survey, shedding light on the interests and needs of its 8,500-strong community of tourism professionals, known as the SigmundVerse.
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These books are packed with valuable insights and practical advice that can help you navigate the challenges of starting and growing your tourism business.
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The team at The Sigmund Project conducted a review of over 200 idea submissions from 50 countries to identify emerging trends and gather insights.
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We’ve mined the tourism entrepreneurial universe for the 58+ most helpful tools for tourism entrepreneurs. See something we missed? Let us know at hello@thesigmundproject.org
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Our founder, Alan Elliott Merschen, has just returned from an exciting visit to Bosnia & Herzegovina, where he participated in the Sarajevo Business Forum and contributed to the USAID Turizam initiative.
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More great ideas are submitted to the SIGMUND OPEN · SOURCE platform every day. Here are some of the latest, truly creative concepts that will spark your imagination. Or maybe you know the perfect collaborator to help them move forward. Maybe it is You.
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50,000+ visitors from over 108 countries, 8500+ members, 223 ideas and 64 individual mentor calls in our first year.
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The NYU School of Professional Studies Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality
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TAMS Travel and Meeting Society
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5,000 visits in first 100 days, 108 countries, 5,000+ members, 113 ideas, 48 mentor calls 18,000 unique visitors in first six months.
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36 ideas, 23 mentor calls, and visitors from 107 countries and counting!
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Recently, Alan Elliott together with Michael Levie joined Anita Mendiratta and Professor Demian Hodari for a new episode of RISE Weekly.
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I had the honor of traveling to Beirut to speak at the Lebanon Tourism Industry: Driving Growth and Building Resilience seminar, hosted by USAID. With over 230 tourism professionals, government officials, and industry leaders in attendance, we explored how Lebanon can harness its tourism sector to drive economic growth and create jobs.
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