The Incentive Research Foundation

During our webinar on September 10, European and Canadian incentive planners will discuss their priorities, challenges, and decision drivers for incentive travel programs. They will also share their perspectives on the US as an incentive destination. It will be a great discussion with James Bacon, Cat Butler, Kelly Cavers, Emma Hardy, Andy Schwarz, and Stephanie Harris. Register now 👉 https://ow.ly/F8J450TaJwz

What are the emerging issues likely to shape the future of global business events? We want to hear from you! Please complete the 10-minute 2024 Futures Landscape Study Survey to help uncover emerging issues for our industry. IRF is a proud member of the Events Industry Council Take survey: https://lnkd.in/eN9UY5xq #EIC #EIC75 #FuturesLandscape #FutureOfEvents #BusinessEvents

Register for the IRF Webinar! On our September 5 Driving Growth Through Total Rewards Webinar, Min Choi, Morgan Crain, Andy Schwarz, and Megg Withinton will discuss how top performing companies design and manage total rewards packages to maximize employee performance. They will examine how and when base compensation, variable compensation, benefits, and non-cash rewards and recognition are most effectively used to motivate employees. Register now 👉https://ow.ly/GKh950T9emQ

Thank you Xcaret Group for your 2024 Silver Partnership 👉 https://lnkd.in/eJZ2jWiT

IRF Accelerate applications are due September 13! The Accelerate Class of 2025 will benefit from mentorship, committee work, research, and attend the 2025 IRF Invitational. The ideal applicant is a manager-level rising leader in the incentives industry who is open to active learning and expansion in their career. They should possess a track record of success in their current role, showing initiative, innovation, and the ability to drive results. Learning is an important component of this program. There is no cost to Accelerate participants. Find out more about the IRF’s Accelerate Program, including how to apply here 👉 https://lnkd.in/diEjjSbX

In our latest issue of Academic Research in Action we examine Differences in Workplace Reward Preference and Outcomes: Men vs. Women. Understanding the reward preferences of men and women is crucial for designing effective systems to attract, retain, and engage workers. This issue explores the nuances of these preferences, highlighting how gender differences impact the effectiveness of various types of tangible rewards 👉https://ow.ly/bJbB50T6Rqe

Thank you Destination Canada Business Events | Événements d'affaires de Destination Canada for your 2024 Gold Partnership! 👉 https://lnkd.in/eShTcV6W There’s something that you might not know about Canada. When you meet in Canada, our visionary thinkers and radical open minds will supercharge your agendas, generate captivating site tours and spark unparalleled networking opportunities. Our spectacular wide-open spaces and authentic open hearts create unforgettable incentive experiences that will help you blow away your team—and the competition. Click below to learn more: Video: https://lnkd.in/eavWipkW Website: https://lnkd.in/e7wCuWVf #MeetInCanada #IncentiveCanada #IncentiveProfs

Top performing companies tend to reward fewer employees with non-cash rewards, but the average per-employee spend is higher than standard performing companies. Read more in Driving Growth Through Total Rewards 👉https://ow.ly/JY9o50SRBtX

Thank you MC&A for your 2024 Bronze Partnership 👉 https://mcadmc.com/

Thank you Imprint Events Group for your 2024 Gold Partnership! 👉 https://lnkd.in/ddJSZwNN