Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

After an almost two-year hiatus, planners and event organizers who have moved ahead with physical-only events have been disappointed with attendance. Either way, meeting planners need to organize with both online and physical attendees in mind. Read More : Tech Tips From the Top: Breaking Barriers and Defining Hybrid.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Thanks to Experience Columbus’ extensive network of partnerships, business event organizers who want to squeeze the most out of the destination will find that the legwork has already been done for them. Read on for examples and ideas of how the DMO has leveraged local partnerships to benefit business events held in Columbus.

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Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

The post ITB China 2023 boasts over 17,000 Business Engagements appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. The fourth ITB China marked its grand live- return, concluding its 2023 edition with impressive achievements in business meetings and Chinese and international dialogues. Save the Date for ITB China 2024.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Most of our larger events have gone to face-to-face, especially when there’s that B2B trade show component. Ultimately, finding out what the attendees want is the bottom line for meeting organizers. With the needs of audience members in-flux, meeting organizers are looking at new ways to surprise and delight attendees.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

said Tommy Goodwin, FASAE, CAE, PMP, CMP, vice president of the Exhibitions and Conferences Alliance, applauding both the Federal Trade Commission for finalizing an anti-impersonation fraud rule and the many business event industry organizations that advocated for it.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

After some creative scheduling, Barcelo Maya Grand Resort stepped up to host in 2023, Louisville Tourism agreed to host what is expected to be a crowd of 2,500 at Kentucky International Convention Center a year early in 2024. Do we work with partners to provide something for the trade show that we wouldn’t normally bring ourselves?”

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

“When we look back at the end of 2023, how will we know if our events were worth the time, effort, and energy?” — Beth Surmont Beth Surmont, CMP-Fellow, FASAE, CAE We’ve always measured event performance in terms of “butts and bucks” — the number of people who attend and the amount of money brought in.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 7, 2023

Economists rarely agree on anything, but reports from Moody’s Analytics, Jeffries and The World Bank are in alignment that a recession is coming, probably by the end of 2023. Executive Exuberance Hospitality business consultant Chris Meyer, CEO of Chris Meyer Global, put the positive outlook of SISO attendees in context.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

said Tommy Goodwin, FASAE, CAE, PMP, CMP, vice president of the Exhibitions and Conferences Alliance, applauding both the Federal Trade Commission for finalizing an anti-impersonation fraud rule and the many business event industry organizations that advocated for it.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 12, 2023

Fortunately, trade shows and conferences are largely back after the devastating pandemic that forced countless cancellations over the past couple of years. Attendees’ priorities are shifting. To delight attendees, you must know what makes them tick. What should organizers be doing now? Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Calendar year 2024 is already forecasted to show a healthy increase in group rooms nationwide, largely due to the number of meetings that had been on the books in 2021, 2022 and 2023 that were postponed or re-scheduled into 2024. But those rates will not work for planners seeking value for their attendees.

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MeetingsNet

MARCH 18, 2024

During her tenure, RE+ grew to become a top 50 trade show and was widely cited for the innovative ways it engaged attendees while quadrupling its revenue. Whether you’re at a multinational corporation, a statewide organization, or an association, the work is being done by people. Also, investing in your team is critical.

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

IMEX America is a renowned conference and trade show in the meetings and events industry, held annually in Las Vegas. If you plan to attend IMEX America 2023 for the first time, here are some tips to help you navigate the conference and maximize your experience. Heading to IMEX America 2023?

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Stova

MARCH 7, 2023

Read on to learn how to leverage technology to bypass the hurdles and thrive in 2023 and beyond. #1. With soaring airfares and flight cancellations, attendees need persuasive reasons to leave home and meet in person. Attendees today want inspiring in-person experiences that make their trip worthwhile.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 16, 2022

For our 2023 Events Industry Forecast , Convene reached out to Cathy Breden, CMP-F, CAE, CEM, CEO, Center for Exhibition Industry Research , to get her take on what the exhibitions industry can expect in 2023. What resonated throughout the two days is optimism for in-person trade shows. 3 Travel Trends to Watch in 2023.

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Stova

OCTOBER 26, 2023

You’ll also get five proven best practices to help attendees build meaningful connections in 2024 and beyond. Attendees gathered to make connections and gain insights from knowledgeable speakers. Industry expert Julius Solaris highlighted the “new rules of event networking” on LinkedIn in June 2023. Not as easy as you think.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Building on our range of onsite solutions for registration, check-in, and lead retrieval, Bizzabo’s SmartBadge — part of the Klik Experiential suite of solutions — empowers Event Experience Leaders to deliver enhanced experiences for attendees and exhibitors while capturing insightful behavioral data. Onsite check-in should be painless. .

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

But let’s talk about the elephant on the trade show floor: sponsorship and sponsor ROI. However, sponsorship remains one of the biggest challenges for the most seasoned event organizers. Companies sponsor events in the hope of moving their organizations forward. 3 Reasons Why Event Sponsorships Are Valuable.

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 19, 2023

The 22nd edition of ECEF, organized by Lippman Connects President Sam Lippman, was held this year on May 31 at Grand Hyatt in Washington, D.C. A signature feature of the one-day event is Lippman’s rapid-fire “5 Data Points in 5 Minutes,” research-backed insights about the current state and future direction of conventions and trade shows.

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Eventtia

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Are you looking to reinforce your brand in 2023? For this purpose, the company can organize a massive event that invites players worldwide to participate in synchronized gameplay in person or remotely. They can involve recurring conferences, masterclasses, workshops, fireside chat sessions, trade shows, and road shows.

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Eventtia

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Are you looking to reinforce your brand in 2023? For this purpose, the company can organize a massive event that invites players worldwide to participate in synchronized gameplay in person or remotely. They can involve recurring conferences, masterclasses, workshops, fireside chat sessions, trade shows, and road shows.

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Convene by PCMA

JUNE 16, 2023

Attendees at PCMA EduCon 2023 this month in Montréal can look forward to trying out the PCMA Wellbeing Challenge firsthand, and this fall, the PCMA Foundation will reprise its Chapter Challenge with Heka Health. Pictured here is the PCMA Foundation Chapter Challenge 2022 prize ceremony held during Convening Leaders 2023.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 10, 2022

In light of this major trend and a large retiring workforce, event organizers must continue to prioritize finding and appealing to prospective trade-show and conference attendees who may not be aware of their events. 3 Considerations.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 1, 2023

And according to Accor’s recent global business travel survey of corporate clients , 57 percent of respondents expect travel budget to increase in 2024 compared to 2023. GME attendees had a chance to experience the space, which is designed to host everything from fashion shows to trade shows, during their customer appointments.

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Travel Daily News

MARCH 27, 2023

The MEETS Conference in Atlantic City on April 3-4, 2023, is a premier gathering covering the meetings education, events, travel and sales areas of the meetings industry. Featured topics include Career Advancement, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and Attendee Engagement, among others.

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Now more than ever, sustainability is top of mind for event planners because it’s a top priority for event attendees. It doesn’t matter if you’re hosting a team summit, client meet-and-greet, or large trade show — attendees want to participate in events prioritizing a safe, healthy planet. 1 priority, and 31.2%

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 14, 2023

PCMA Editor in Chief Michelle Russell and Joe Colangelo, founder of event data company Bear Analytics, discuss how marketers can use event data at Convening Leaders 2023. 1 request we have right now [from organizations hosting events] is, “Help me, our exhibitors want us to articulate what the ROI is.”

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 15, 2024

When Maritz studied when 360,000 conference-goers registered for the same 30 trade shows (i.e., 90 show instances) spanning diverse industries over three years, what emerged is how COVID remains the events industry’s biggest plot twist. That includes aligning marketing, pricing, and logistics strategies. The sweet spot?

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MeetingsNet

JULY 7, 2023

After 25 years as part of a multi-association show, the American Physiological Society held its own event in 2023. Find the full 2023 Changemakers list here. Before the 2020 edition of EB, the societies decided that 2023 would be the first year that each would hold its own annual meeting instead.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Disruption was the name of the game in 2023. As we plan for 2024, mdg’s team of experts is resolving to make the most of the new trends and technologies that will help us identify, reach, and attract new audiences to trade shows and conferences. What are your event marketing resolutions for the new year?

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Registration forecasting for 2023 was the top challenge identified by Louisville Tourism’s Client Advisory Council members. The assessment included analysis of CAC members’ registration data, insights discovered about attendee behavior, and suggestions for how and when this information should be communicated.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

For Erika Respress, trade show manager for The Bronner Brothers International Beauty Show, which will meet at LBCEC in July, the savings created by the site’s turnkey options made all the difference. Whether organizers are planning to host 100 or 5,000 guests, they can create a phenomenal experience in the ballroom.

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

It doesn’t matter if you’re hosting a team summit, client meet-and-greet, or large trade show — attendees want to participate in events prioritizing a safe, healthy planet. To this end, many companies and organizers are getting on board with creating sustainable events. Does yours? . ESG Standards.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 3, 2023

If business with suppliers on the show floor is the main meal at the IMEX America show, then the 150-plus educational offerings for meeting professionals are the appetizer, snack, and dessert. The beauty of all of the sessions, she adds, is that attendees can pop in and out as their schedules allow.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 15, 2023

Over the last three years, Skift Meetings has hosted more than 80,000 attendees at 26 webinars and events, published 27 reports, written more than 500 articles, and more. The EIC has more than 30 member organizations representing more than 100,000 organizers and 19,500 firms and properties involved in the events industry.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

By learning these different types, you should have a better idea about planning your next virtual corporate event in 2023. A virtual conference essentially follows the same format: there will be multiple virtual “rooms” attendees can choose to attend, each with different speakers and activities. Online trade shows and exhibitions.

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 20, 2023

At the recent Convening Leaders 2023 conference, the association for convention and trade-show management delivered advice from experts on pushing beyond one’s comfort zone to try new approaches. For Convening Leaders attendees, the lesson from Brag and Kandil ( in photo ) was that seeking discomfort fuels creativity.

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