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PCMA’s Big Bet on Presidential Visit Paid Off

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The directive was meant to be an inspiration for attendees and a mandate to lead by example for PCMA, according to Sherrif Karamat, president and CEO of Professional Convention Management Association. That bold approach included scheduling not one, but both Clintons. That bold approach included scheduling not one, but both Clintons.

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The Ultimate Guide to Conferences for Event Planners in 2024

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Attending these conferences will allow you to learn more about the events industry and meet other event professionals. Don’t see your 2024 conference for event planners on this page? Apply to have your event featured ! Event Service Professionals Association (ESPA) Annual Conference Jan. 2024 NACE Evolve Conference Jan.

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14 Must-Attend Hospitality Conferences for Industry Professionals in 2022

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Many hospitality conferences and conventions were virtual or hybrid events , while others were forced to cancel altogether. 2021 also brought about many exciting developments in hospitality technology, digital marketing, hotel services, and changes in travel trends. HFTP Mid-South Atlantic Regional Conference .

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IMEX 22 Welcomed Record Number of Attendees

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An expanded exposition floor at Mandalay Bay Convention Center was brimming with activity Tuesday as an estimated 10,000 people flowed through hosted buyer appointments, education sessions and nearly 400 booths representing more than 180 countries, venues, technology vendors and suppliers. million-square-foot convention center.

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Don’t Believe Everything You See on Twitter About a San Francisco Meeting Apocalypse

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The City of Innovation has a history of resiliency and is already reinventing itself Rumors of a mass exodus from San Francisco’s ballrooms and expo floors are turning out to be premature, indeed. We’re thrilled to welcome meeting and event attendees back to the City by the Bay.

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20 Bright Ideas for Personalizing Attendee Experiences

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Yes to all of the above, according to Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes, CEM, president of the marketing and public relations firm, mdg, who offered 20 real-world examples of personalization in her presentation, “ Facilitating Curated Event Experiences: How Thinking Small Delivers Big Returns ,” at Convening Leaders 2024. Segment your trade show.

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Bookmark These Top 30 Websites for Event Planners

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Skift Meetings (formerly EventMB) Formerly known as EventMB, Skift Meetings was founded in 2007 as one of the first blogs for event professionals. Skift Meetings (formerly EventMB) Formerly known as EventMB, Skift Meetings was founded in 2007 as one of the first blogs for event professionals.

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