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Progress Report: Global Convention Center Outlook

Smart Meetings

The $241 million project was first proposed in 2011, designed in 2014, approved in December 2016 and finally broke ground July 19. In the meantime, conferences can continue to take place in Rupp Arena and most of the existing convention center. Expansion of Lexington Convention Center has been a long time coming. of pre-function space.

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ITB Asia to expand next year

Travel Daily Media

Over the three days, the show recorded almost 8,500 attendees, a 12% increase from 2011, representing 92 countries. This is another clear indication that ITB Asia is firmly establishing itself as the eminent travel trade show for the region,” he added. This was a really exciting year for us in many aspects.

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Here Are The 22 Best Event Platforms To Use In 2022!

Endless Events

The possibilities are truly endless when designing a custom floor plan for your Remo event that immerses attendees to any imaginable location (trade show floor, the moon, the beach, relaxing networking lounge). The Conference variation allows for concurrent tracks, reception area, and exhibitor booths.

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40 Outstanding Event Industry Blogs to Follow

Endless Events

Since 2011, influential event planner, Liz King, has been using Techsytalk as her platform to help event profs integrate technology into their events for even better attendee engagement. On their blog, you’ll find great insights into digital marketing and experiential marketing for corporate events, as well as trade show presentation.

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5 Meeting Industry Trends That Are Changing the Face of Events

Social Tables

Today, planners are racing to adapt to trends that make conferences and events more engaging and dynamic than ever before. The only thing I wish I could do on the software but can’t, is to show where each water bottle is to be placed on stage,” jokes Cathi Culbertson, VP of Event Marketing & Conferences for the company.

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5 Ways the Meetings Industry is Changing the Face of Events

Social Tables

By creating “journey maps” at a recent conference, the team was able to outline completely different experiences for attendees based on their personas. So they’re boldly blending the two when they travel to exhibitions and trade shows. These personas make the lives of industry planners easier — even Experient’s own.

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Best Stova Alternatives and Competitors in 2024

Eventtia

The company’s comprehensive suite of tools and features addresses the needs of various event types, from small gatherings to large-scale conferences and exhibitions. Bizzabo Founded in 2011, Bizzabo has its main headquarters in New York, Tel Aviv, and Montreal. Pricing is tiered based on event size and features.