Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 1, 2022

The battle between in-person meetings and the now-waning Covid pandemic is the source of many comeback stories around the globe. The North Carolina-based Special Event Company ( TSEC ) is another case in point. Webb and her team decided on the theme “Brave New World” as a reflection of the current state of the event planning world.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Leadership with Financial & Insurance Conference Professionals (FICP) wanted to set an example. For the group’s 2021 FICP Annual Conference in Arizona, they put a stake in the desert early on that they would hold an in-person event at JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa for 500 fully vaccinated people Nov.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Event security comes in different shapes and sizes. Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection released its annual “Safest Places to Travel 2022,” pulling from travel information from 2021. We spoke with Jill Blood, vice president of deputy general counsel for Maritz Global Events, about what these new laws could mean for meeting planners.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Fifty-nine percent of event planners say environmental responsibility impacts their event plans. Here are ten ways to make your next event sustainable without sacrificing the attendee experience. Your sustainable events pledge needs to be super obvious. Events have a pretty big environmental footprint.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Financial & Insurance Conference Professionals ( FICP ) could have gone hybrid—bosses with a tight budget may even say should have —but the organization opted for intimate, up close and personal. Bove hopes FICP’s upcoming event will serve as an example of what can be done in person. Hybrid: A No Go.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Today’s iconic guest, Deanna Nwosu , thinks that all event and meeting planners should nurture an entrepreneurial spirit. She joins Sarah to talk about her vast experience in the events industry, what the future holds for event organizers, and the importance of community engagement. Welcome to #EventIcons, Deanna!

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

This week’s Event Tech Podcast episode is a little bit different. Rather than having a regular conversation about event technology, Will and Brandt are sharing the contents of a session they led at the FICP Annual Conference in Phoenix, Arizona back in November 2021. Introducing Event Technology Trends 2022.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Getting caught up in the glitz and sparkle of planning an event is easy. Attendees should enjoy your event, but planning an event isn’t a pure act of kindness. As an event planner, you host events to get results. But even so, you’ve got to ensure your event is a money-maker for your company. ROI Percentage.

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ADMEI

DECEMBER 27, 2023

4 Top Takeaways From Our 2023 Webinars 27 December 2023 At ADMEI, we continue to focus on providing helpful content based on current events and the status of the DMC industry today. This on-demand webinar provides incredible insights into improving your own event operations strategy, and it’s available now!

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Traveler's Q

MARCH 14, 2024

In today’s fast-paced business environment, technology stands as a pillar for innovation, especially in the realm of corporate events. Cutting-Edge Event Technology Trends The landscape of corporate events is continually being reshaped by emerging technologies.

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Travel Daily Media

MARCH 22, 2024

The post FCM Meetings & Events launches global venue finder platform appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. From funky cutting-edge venues to corporate conference centres, you can cut straight to the chase with detailed images and specifications. per cent from 2022 to 2030 to reach USD1563.3 billion by 2030.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 31, 2022

The first six months of 2022 were a busy time for Dubai and the United Arab Emirates, as Dubai Business Events (DBE), Dubai’s convention bureau, as the two destinations collaborated to procure 99 event bookings over the coming years. Dubai’s ability to book this number of events are credited to the success of the country’s Expo 2020.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

After a nearly two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, the events industry returned in all its glory this year. A war in Ukraine , an inflation surge, and supply chain issues will impact event budgets in 2023. . The Annual ICE Report estimates that event-related costs will increase by 83%. The Rise of Energy Costs .

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Endless Events

MARCH 3, 2022

A while ago, the Event Brew talked about social networks , wondering whether it was time to log off. If that truly is the case, another question quickly arises: how to promote events without social media? Community is one way to go about promoting events without social media, but it’s not just any community that will do.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 22, 2022

While travel numbers continue to grow, the events industry has been forever changed since Covid stopped the world in 2019 and giving back to the community is a priority for the travel, hospitality and event professionals as we enter the new year. This year’s annual International Pow Wow (IPW) from U.S. CSR continues in Orlando!

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

The meetings and events industry is returning with a lot of confidence, and face-to-face gatherings are trending upward with the potential to surpass pre-pandemic numbers. While in-person meetings are on the rise, meeting planners are booking much more short-term with less prep time. Meeting Trend No.1: 1: Less is Faster.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Many companies may opt to exercise caution and consider pivoting to virtual and hybrid events. Some might prefer virtual get-togethers over face-to-face events. To successfully recreate the in-person experience online, planners need to consider the following challenges. Promote the Event on Several Channels.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022

Community is the hot new buzzword in the events industry, and for a good reason. Before they tackle the ROI of building an event community, Will asks Erica to share what got her to where she is today. . Before they tackle the ROI of building an event community, Will asks Erica to share what got her to where she is today. . “I

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Endless Events

JANUARY 10, 2022

And what better way to kick off a new year than with an event tech predictions episode? As our most loyal listeners know, Will and Brandt love to make educated guesses about the events industry. Will and Brandt are joined by a regular guest on the Event Tech Podcast: Endless’ very own Kyle Kocinski. Can you believe it?

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Endless Events

APRIL 13, 2022

Attendee retention rate is one of the most important event KPIs. When event planners measure how many attendees have attended their events before, they are getting insights into attendee loyalty. So, how can event organizers measure and increase attendee retention ? Ask For Feedback, Then Act On It.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

hosts advocacy conferences and groups hoping to promote change right on the steps of Capitol Hill. From the Professional Women in Advocacy Summit to the ASACC National Student Advocacy Conference, hundreds of organizations are looking to get people engaged and motivated. Every day, Washington, D.C. Ease of Registration .

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Endless Events

MAY 19, 2020

Who would have known that 2020 would go down as one of the most influential years- if not the most influential year- for virtual events in history? Even as the highest-ranked event trends predictor in the industry, even we couldn’t guess this. Here we go as we make predictions on the hottest trends to hit virtual events!

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 27, 2022

The world is in transition, and event industry professionals are asking questions. Does event size matter? Many events are seeing the fall of pandemic safety regulations. Does this mean large events are back? In today’s episode, Thuy leads the Brew Crew in a conversation about event size. Does Event Size Matter? .

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Smart Meetings

JULY 5, 2023

IACC’s Meeting Rooms of the Future Trends Report Shows Rising Desire for Meaningful Experiences Meeting professionals are increasingly turning to unique venues to help design meaningful experiences, according to the 7th annual International Association of Conference Centers (IACC) Meeting Rooms of the Future Trends Report released in June.

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Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Explore dozens of must-attend higher education and general education events in 2024, including conferences for higher education, education administration, education management, and education tech. Activities at these events include speakers, workshops, and networking sessions.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 24, 2021

Before the pandemic hit us, we took genuine human interactions at events for granted. As the industry pivoted to virtual events, virtual audience engagement became one of the most talked-about challenges. From A Record Label To The Events Industry. Steve didn’t start his career in the events industry.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Financial & Insurance Conference Professionals (FICP) brought 700 thought leaders together at JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort in Florida to prepare meeting professionals for whatever comes next with a call to reflect, discover and recharge. Strategies for producing memorable events boiled down to the following.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 19, 2022

Attendees today are hungry for captivating events and are open to experiencing them in new ways. They are ready for marketers to elevate the traditional meaning of events as long as it is still convenient for them to access. Unlock the Potential for Events. Amplification: The impact goes beyond the event itself.

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Endless Events

JUNE 7, 2021

The two hottest topics in the ever-evolving events industry right now are the long-awaited return to in-person events and hybrid events. It’s about embracing the lessons learned along the way and incorporating them into our new events. Hybrid Event Staff: From Finger Pointers To Digital Concierges.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 3, 2024

We know how hard it can be to find great events to attend, so we’ve made it easier for you. In this post, you’ll find a comprehensive list of the most important event industry conferences that every event professional should attend this year. Don’t see your 2024 conference for event planners on this page?

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Endless Events

APRIL 27, 2022

Events – be they virtual, hybrid, or in-person – are an integral step in building your online community. And what better way to get some ideas going than by looking at some amazing online community examples with great events? It hosts virtual events, roundtables, webinars, etc. regularly.

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Endless Events

MARCH 2, 2023

As event professionals, we often reflect on our past experiences and wonder what we could have done differently. As experienced event profs, they would have lots of knowledge to share with their younger selves, but because they cannot, Arianna, Deanna, and Will share their advice for event professionals with you.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 20, 2022

IMEX initiatives and efforts in this domain may provide inspiration and a roadmap of ideas for those teams seeking to apply practices in their own conferences, meetings and events. Carbon accounting is inherently different than other components of an event’s environmental footprint. A Place to Start. Getting Centralized.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 5, 2024

As an adult, she stumbled into non-profit work, which later sparked her passion for event planning. As an adult, she stumbled into non-profit work, which later sparked her passion for event planning. She is now associate director of special events at UPMC Pinnacle Foundation. I decided I would ease my way up to it,” she says.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 2, 2022

Planning an event in multiple languages can be a challenge for meeting planners. The PCMA Convening Leaders conference this January offered something no other annual mega-gathering of the association has: virtual interpreters. Read More : 4 Tips to Make Your Online Event a Success. Interprefy Expands and Innovates.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

The Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) is a registered trademark of the Events Industry Council. AMDA’s Journey to Meeting Back In Person The Society for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine’s annual conference has undergone several transformations since 2020. Here’s what its digital event strategy looks like now.

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Endless Events

APRIL 4, 2023

Regular events are one of the best ways to boost your pharmaceutical brand. Whether you’re hosting a training, conference, product launch, board meeting, peer dinner, or investigator meeting, high-quality pharmaceutical events can put your business on the map. Pharma event management is no joke, though.

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