ADMEI

MARCH 13, 2024

Designing Events with Empathy 13 March 2024 In the world of event planning, there's a growing awareness of the importance of empathy in crafting unforgettable experiences for attendees. This is a valuable skill, and it’s well worth developing for event planners. Every attendee has specific motivations for attending any event.

Events 216

Events Attendee Destination Management Audience 216

MeetingsNet

APRIL 23, 2018

What you can learn from other planners’ entertainment mistakes. At MeetingsNet's Las Vegas Corporate Invitational Destination Showcase, held April 11-13, Matthew Gucu, a 25-year-veteran of the entertainment industry, spoke to meeting planners on entertainment for events. Involve Everyone. Make Good on Promises.

Entertainment 83

Entertainment Booking Contracts Contracts 83

Social Tables

JANUARY 12, 2023

Whether planning private celebrations, non-profit fundraisers, or corporate conferences, the goal of the event planner is to visualize their client’s idea and then bring that vision to life. But how do event planners accomplish this task? What does an event planner do, exactly? So what does an event planner do?

Planner 145

Planner Vendor Certification Event Planning 145

Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

As companies roll out their back-to-office strategies, corporate event planners are primed and ready to plan corporate events for the ages. But you need impactful and exciting speakers, an impressive agenda, and unforgettable entertainment. If your entertainment is a hit, employees will be Slacking about the event for weeks and months.

Entertainment 98

Entertainment Events Audience Attendee 98

Convene by PCMA

MARCH 17, 2023

As planners, making the most of your budget is always top of mind, no matter the size of your event. But besides being full of interesting things for attendees to enjoy, there’s one aspect of the city that should put it at the top of any planners list: No sales tax. But it’s not just event planners who benefit from no sales tax.

Planner 98

Planner Meeting Vendor Entertainment 98

Endless Events

JANUARY 21, 2022

Most planners didn’t even hear of them prior to 2020! In our e-book, The Road To Hybrid: A Guide To Models, Method & Mindset , we’ve divided them into four groups, also known as hybrid event models , and considered their characteristics. A ‘hybrid event’ is quite an umbrella term.

Audience 316

Audience Production Events Planner 316

Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Big name entertainment in town helps sell event tickets, simplifies VIP experiences and adds that wow factor. The good news is that the attraction could hold even more widespread appeal as classic and up-and-coming acts are being booked in more stadiums than before the pandemic. Synchronicity. Read More: IMEX Came Back Big Time.

Entertainment 246

Entertainment Incentives Venue Automation 246

Smart Meetings

MARCH 10, 2023

Booking Insights Destinations International presented its 2023 Showcase and also made an announcement that it would be forming a “strategic alliance” with Groups360 , the technology company that offers online booking strategies for meeting planners and connects group travel organizations and hoteliers.

Manufacturing 245

Manufacturing Fashion Events Booking 245

Smart Meetings

MARCH 22, 2024

They’ll also be relieved to know that they’re only 15 minutes from over 15,000 hotel rooms and a wide range of world-class dining and entertainment options. But the evening is still young, so your attendees are able to check out nearby murals and larger-than-life sculptures amidst options for gaming, live music, and legendary nightlife.

Incentives 147

Incentives Event Planning Planner Entertainment 147

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Note to #meetingprofs : You have to experience the @encore @EncoreGlobal_ experience to spark your excitement about the possibilities for immersing your attendees in multi-sensory journies. To ease the rush of registration, attendees were urged to print badges at home and grab a lanyard in the hall. IMEX22 pic.twitter.com/L1HkdcudyB.

Attendee 130

Attendee Airlines Tourism Tourism 130

Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

We’ll teach you how to spice up any business gathering with the right decor, entertainment, and more. If the event is for internal teams, many attendees are obligated to go even if they don’t feel like it. By shopping local, you help create a more inclusive community and your attendees get to bond over discovering a new spot together.

Attendee 147

Attendee Events Fashion Production 147

Hotel Engine

AUGUST 8, 2022

The hotel industry tends to overlook attracting SMERF bookings in favor of the greater bang-for-buck that comes with booking business meetings and conferences. In addition to the categories listed above, SMERF also includes recreational, entertainment and sports groups. Table of Contents. SMERF Defined. Key Benefits Of SMERF.

Booking 98

Booking Marketing Marketing Social Media 98

Smart Meetings

MAY 17, 2021

Event planners, speakers and attendees all saw their calendars cleared out last March, returning slowly with virtual events and only now showing a glimmer of hope for the return of live conferences. Here are some ways you can make attendee experience a differentiator for your next event: Communication. So what’s left?

Speakers 299

Speakers Social Media Communications Communications 299

Smart Meetings

MARCH 22, 2024

As the importance of wellness offerings in meetings and events continues to rise, so does the expectation from attendees. 1: Pause & Pen There have been numerous studies about the positive effects of journaling, and incorporating this into your meeting can be a great opportunity for self-reflection amongst attendees.

Meeting 198

Meeting Attendee Speakers Planner 198

Smart Meetings

MAY 9, 2024

Playing on the small-batch distilling and culinary legacy in Louisville, Kentucky, Meeting Professionals International (MPI) is approaching its annual World Education Congress as a personally crafted experience that allows attendees to build a calendar of sessions that fits their career goals.

Education 264

Education Networking Sports Culture 264

Smart Meetings

AUGUST 26, 2022

Meeting attendees at Sheraton Phoenix Downtown will find new lounge-style seating in the pre-function spaces. Behind the scenes, planners can take advantage of the latest AV tech and an award-winning onsite planning team to help the event go smoothly. Professional AV technicians are onsite to assist external meeting planners.

Entertainment 246

Entertainment Retail Planner Booking 246

Smart Meetings

JULY 21, 2023

Following the ever-changing trends of the event production industry This summer marks the 30th year event and entertainment production company Empire has been putting on live events across six continents. Founded by J.B. This participatory format is one of the things Miller says he has seen become more requested in recent years.

Production 246

Production Trends Events Entertainment 246

Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

As companies roll out their back-to-office strategies, corporate event planners are primed and ready to plan corporate events for the ages. But you need impactful and exciting speakers, an impressive agenda, and unforgettable entertainment. If your entertainment is a hit, employees will be Slacking about the event for weeks and months.

Entertainment 52

Entertainment Events Audience Attendee 52

Traveler's Q

JUNE 22, 2023

Such an experience will resonate with attendees and align with your business goals. Consequently, it’s important to take the time to determine the purpose of your event before proceeding with any other planning or booking decisions. As a result, it will provide a memorable experience for all attendees.

Management 130

Management Travel Travel Transportation 130

Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

To event planners, the answer should be a no-brainer: event timelines keep your event and the event planning process on track. Big events with a high number of attendees might require up to a year to plan. Booking major venues and event entertainment is something that should be done as soon as possible. Three Months Out.

Vendor 334

Vendor Events Speakers Registration 334

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Destinations International Large Market Roundtable outlined initiatives to establish Destination Booking Agreement Guidelines to create certainty for all parties. It is time as meeting planners are starting to book again,” said Evy Garcias, Director of Sales & Marketing for Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf & Beach Resort.

Meeting 299

Meeting Entertainment Booking Planner 299

Smart Meetings

MARCH 27, 2023

Hosting an event against a backdrop that compliments the depth and nuance of such details can place attendees in an educational headspace, eager to analyze and absorb new information. And a bit of entertainment doesn’t hurt either. Planners can take advantage of an extensive list of Black-owned businesses and restaurants in the D.C.

Meeting 221

Meeting Banking Booking Culture 221

Smart Meetings

MARCH 31, 2023

Whether it’s helping to find unique venues or connecting you with trusted local resources, our staff will work closely with you every step of the way to create the event you’ve imagined Reno Tahoe offers several benefits that make life simpler for planners. Or maybe all of the above. The diverse settings (and landscapes!)

Event Planning 130

Event Planning Planner Entertainment Events 130

Endless Events

JUNE 13, 2022

Local event venues can make a lasting impression on your attendees and gives them a chance to get to know the destination better. Phoenix is a great destination for corporate events because it has warm weather year-round, giving planners the option to move their events outdoors should there be a last-minute COVID-19 outbreak.

Venue 314

Venue Events Automotive Corporate Meeting 314

Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 17, 2022

With the best of both worlds in urban conveniences and natural beauty, Reno Tahoe is in a league of its own — one that savvy meeting planners flock to when they’re looking to delight their attendees while reaping the benefits of a competitively priced destination.

Planner 52

Planner Retail Booking Venue 52

Bizzaboo

AUGUST 9, 2023

5 Reasons To Choose Columbus, Ohio, for Your Next Conference When it comes to hosting a successful conference, the choice of location can significantly impact the overall experience for attendees. cities makes it a breeze for attendees to reach, ensuring maximum participation. population, Columbus boasts unmatched accessibility.

Venue 52

Venue Attendee Events Location 52

Endless Events

MAY 19, 2020

2020 Virtual Event Trend: Personalization for Attendees. Personalization allows each attendee to get exactly what they need. Personalization for attendees leads to a more successful event. Your attendees will feel they got much more value out of attending when their needs are met. Tailored Break Out Session Paths .

Virtual Events 334

Virtual Events Trends Events Communications 334

ADMEI

OCTOBER 4, 2023

As an event planner, you’re the expert in this craft —yet it could benefit you greatly to have a local ally who is the expert in your selected destination. From entertainment and transportation to venues and safety, a DMC can help you take your next event from good to great. Oftentimes, it’s easier to deal with one person vs. twelve.

Benefits 192

Benefits Vendor Transportation Destination Management 192

Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Eventgoers and event planners alike are running full steam ahead in this new day-to-day norm we are all living in with the Covid-19 virus. Over 60 events already committed to the book for 2023 and with dozens of holds in place, the ACC is on its way to not having a weekend free until August. Electric bill aside, that’s a good thing.

Transportation 246

Transportation Retail Events Planner 246

Smart Meetings

JANUARY 25, 2022

Now Global Head of Events, Training and Certification at Amazon Web Services, she has realized that the challenges meeting professionals are facing and the way they are learning has changed since she published her book pre-Covid. Event planners don’t always have time to go to a class or read a book.

Contracts 246

Contracts Contracts Certification Events 246

Social Tables

NOVEMBER 23, 2017

Here are some tried-and-true event ideas to help you wow attendees and bosses on a tight budget. That’s because: Each element—from promotion and decoration to food and entertainment—becomes décor. With a theme, an event planner can determine the most effective, yet least expensive way to do that. . Event Ideas for Themes.

Attendee 156

Attendee Social Media Entertainment Banking 156

Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

More events with more events mean more food, room blocks, entertainment, production equipment, and travel – and those all cost extra money. Book venues with renewable energy sources like solar panels. To make the most of them in 2023, event planners should develop a new approach that reflects the outlined price changes. .

Event Technology 306

Event Technology Events Production Technology 306

Smart Meetings

MAY 4, 2023

Thanks to some exciting new spaces opening across the country, meeting planners can host events at cultural centers that provide educational experiences that will have a lasting impact. The 60-room resort also features plenty of entertainment including a casino and live entertainment. Meeting space at IPCC.

Culture 246

Culture Hospitality Tourism Tourism 246

Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 20, 2023

You may already think of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas as a world-class event venue, with flexible spaces and amenities that put your attendees first. There are plenty of reasons to book your events at the KBHCCD right now. Additional spaces include 3 ballrooms ranging from 20,000 to 27,000 sq.

Retail 98

Retail Booking Venue Entertainment 98

Endless Events

JANUARY 12, 2018

As event planners, we’re already exposed to different industries and different languages all day. Most event planners are still relying on spreadsheets for many event tasks, but these traditional tools don’t give you intel in the best possible way. Meetings are definitely getting a big tech upgrade this year.

Venue 287

Venue Booking Event Apps Events 287

Endless Events

APRIL 6, 2018

The upside is convenience and providing quick support to attendees. Here Are the Meeting Booking Stats You Need to Know. Online booking platforms have become important tools for helping professionals find ideal meeting rooms for their audience. The entertainment and sports industry, for example, make heavy use of events.

Conference 260

Conference Event Apps Booking Audience 260

Smart Meetings

APRIL 3, 2023

For attendees flying in from out of state, the Oakland International Airport (OAK) is about a 10- to 15-minute drive from the downtown area or the city’s famed Jack London Square with numerous dining options, nightlife and places to meet. We are proud to say that It’s easy, it’s vibrant, and It’s inspiring to book events in Oakland.

Entertainment 150

Entertainment Retail Location Booking 150