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Best of 2023: Sustainability

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In 2023, Smart Meetings released a stream of multimedia resources for planners to learn about sustainability in the world of events. We know attendees want the events they take part in to make a positive impact, and that they don’t want to contribute to excess carbon emissions. Articles, surveys and webinars, oh my!

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Best of 2023: Career Tips

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From finances to DEI and team building, 2023 was a year for support and education All of us at Smart Meetings and all of our contributors want to see each other thrive, which is why we frequently post strategy stories as a resource for all of us to learn from each other. The post Best of 2023: Career Tips appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Best of 2023: Technology

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Helpful Technology for the Organized Traveler How can you use technology to travel better? This includes designing richer experiences for events, giving attendees the ability to select the best sessions at the event and who they should be meeting. The post Best of 2023: Technology appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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The Cost of Inaccessibility: Why Events Must Prioritize Accessibility for All Attendees

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It’s 2023, and we’re still talking about a lack of accessibility in the events industry. billion people with disabilities globally, organizations and events that don’t cater to them are not only risking backlash, but they’re also limiting their potential audience reach. With over 1.8 Why Is Event Accessibility Still an Issue?

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Power of Purpose Revs Engines at Business Events Industry Week 2023

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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.

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More In-person Meetings in 2023, Says Amex GBT Forecast

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This is expected to continue well into 2023, according to a new report, “ 2023 Global Meetings and Events Forecast ,” by American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT). Although all meeting types are expecting increased attendance in 2023, in-person meetings in particular are expected to see the greatest. More Meetings.

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Cvent Connect 2023: ‘Streamline’ Is the Keyword

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At Connect 2023, Cvent showcased new features planners will love Opening the first day of Cvent Connect 2023 with a Broadway performance by experience company Broadway Plus was fitting. Acceptance that attendees are being pulled in multiple directions is likely the solution.

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