Smart Meetings

MARCH 6, 2024

This approach, when executed with sincerity, enriches the event experience, fosters a positive atmosphere and promotes lasting impacts on attendees’ lifestyles. Simple additions like hydration stations with water and herbal teas can significantly enhance attendees’ well-being.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

ICOMOS is encouraging attendees to purchase carbon offsets for their travel to and from the event, to use public transport during the event or stay at hotels within walking distance of the venue. Attendees will receive sustainable name badges with bamboo ribbon lanyards. Selecting a Sustainable Venue.

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Endless Events

MAY 13, 2022

Today, there are many ways to prepare for a career in event planning: Work on your soft skills, Get a degree, Get a certificate, Look for free content (webinars, podcasts, e-books, blogs), Work at events (as a volunteer), Build a strong network of event profs (join communities). Consider Applying For Event Planning Certificates.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2023

They offers experiences in over 110 countries with 5,500 properties, 10,000 food and beverage venues, wellness facilities and workspaces. This growth brings both ample opportunities and new challenges as planners work to accommodate an influx of attendees while booking, planning and executing events.

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Bizzaboo

JULY 30, 2023

Setting the stage for an extraordinary and successful event hinges on one critical factor: choosing an enchanting and unforgettable event venue. of attendees say the venue can either make or break their overall event experience. Of course, venue sourcing isn’t without its challenges for event organizers. In fact, 19.4%

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2023

One session introduced the CMP certification. The CMP certification has greatly promoted and shaped my professional development,” she says. The venue was inaugurated with over 400 guests from politics, business, science and culture.” At the conference, she felt overwhelmed with the content and networking opportunities available.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 6, 2023

who recently stepped into his new role as senior vice president and general manager of McCormick Place campus, with Oak View Group (OVG360), now the venue’s management company. “It It is top of mind for me as a venue leader to assure customers that when they walk into any venue that I am operating,” he added, “that they feel safe.” “We

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

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. And almost a third were new since 2021.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Planning and executing a successful large-scale special event can be an exhilarating experience, but one that comes with its fair share of challenges, especially when it comes to managing traffic and ensuring smooth transportation for attendees. Understanding the accessibility of the venue is crucial. What permits are required?

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

She provides all event leaders—venues, suppliers, speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, board members and stakeholders—with detailed communication outlining their roles, expectations, a checklist of to-dos and due dates. She shared examples of yoga sessions, mindful workshops and quiet spaces, all of which help attendees destress and recharge.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 15, 2023

Beyond checking for availability well before your event, we have 10 additional tips for helping you choose the perfect conference venue. Prioritize Accessibility at the Venue The location of the event venue is paramount for maximizing event attendance. Choose a venue close to public transportation options.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Meet in Virginia Beach The Virginia Beach Convention Center was the United States’ first convention center to earn LEED Gold certification as an existing building, showcasing its commitment to being an eco-friendly venue and pushing forward green initiatives such as recycling, energy and waste reduction, and water efficiency.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The 500-guest event was a more direct look at Virginia’s farming community, showcasing vegetables, fruits, dairy and various meats and seafood from 12 of the state’s local producers, who also made up the event’s attendees. Thirty-nine annual Virginia-based events have been green certified since its inception.

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 12, 2021

Marriott International and the Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) today announced a collaboration to provide the Asia Pacific region’s business events community access to PCMA’s Digital Event Strategist (DES) certification course. The Digital Event Strategist Certification core program is sponsored by Encore.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 16, 2019

And even obtaining a certificate of insurance for the event. . there could be accidental damage to the venue. It protects you and all other insured parties involved, for essentially anything that is out of your control within the realm of the venue, event planner, caterers, etc. The different types of event insurance.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 24, 2022

1,149 virtual attendees. 709 in-person attendees. + Organize a hybrid event for more than 1,000 attendees and 100 panelists in less than three weeks. Chat: The event attendees used the chat to communicate with other participants and to send their questions during the Q&A sessions. 100 speakers. Waste2Worth.

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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. HubSpot has a blog, digital courses, research and reports, and certification classes taught by subject matter experts in the HubSpot Academy.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Always strive to create a wonderful experience for your attendees and last but not least…maintain work-life balance by routinely taking the time to experience all the wonderful places and memories we get to go to and create. Last but not least, create an experience that will make your event a memory that will stick with the attendees forever.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Qualitative metrics, on the other hand, can involve gathering feedback from attendees to gauge the overall experience and identify areas for improvement. Foster Lasting Relationships Events are really all about relationships, so your event plan should prioritize fostering lasting connections with attendees, sponsors and partners.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 24, 2022

1,149 virtual attendees virtuales. 709 in-person attendees. Organize a hybrid event for more than 1,000 attendees and 100 panelists in less than three weeks. ? Chat: The event attendees used the chat to communicate with other participants and to send their questions during the Q&A sessions. 100+ speakers. ?

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 31, 2023

The post London continues to innovate in 2023 with host of new hotels, venues and transport options appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. From a range of exciting new hotel openings to brand new venues and more sustainable options, the UK capital is set for an exciting year ahead.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 28, 2023

Our designed experiences can be richer with AI tools in the mix enabling attendees to meet who they were meant to meet, suggesting the best sessions to attend, and answering questions instantly. What will change is the relationship between planners and attendees. This adds up to less distractions, more focus and more mindfulness.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

Whether it is bottles of water or cans of soda, there can be a lot of waste produced just keeping your attendees hydrated. Ditch the pamphlets and convention floor maps with an all-in-one app, complete with the event schedule placed online for attendees to reference at any time. Attendees will recycle…if they can find the right can.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 23, 2021

“[Meeting professionals] have the unique ability to create meetings and events that offer an opportunity to belong, through thoughtful consideration of content, language, collateral, venue, destination, agenda, session and design.”. Another really important consideration, Dasher said, is making sure your venue shares your inclusivity goals.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 7, 2022

“And we know as you’re working on behalf of your clients, they’re going to ask you questions about how safe attendees will be, what type of livability situations they will be walking into and we want you to know I’m really happy with the progress we have made.”. Next-level Meeting Venues. Portland held it’s first Rose Show in 1889.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 30, 2023

Attendees will also expect that planners are thinking ahead about the impact the event will have in the future. Their objective is to create the lowest environmental impact event possible for planners and attendees. The venue continues to launch new initiatives with its goal to make meetings as responsibly sustainable as possible.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

It also involves creating a unique experience that attendees will never forget. Use AV Magic To Fly Attendees To Far Away Lands. Remember how we’re always telling you about attendee engagement during your events? Venue sourcing is a necessary skill in every #eventprof's tool belt. Venue Sourcing 101.

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 19, 2022

For 42 years, IACC has been known in the meetings industry, for its certification of hotels and conference venues that represents a global badge of excellence. For 42 years, IACC has been known in the meetings industry, for its certification of hotels and conference venues that represents a global badge of excellence.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 23, 2022

The 1,700 attendees checking in live at Meeting Professionals International’s World Education Conference ( WEC ) at Moscone Center in San Francisco this week were treated to a performance in three acts designed to provide “perspective,” “approach” and “action,” according to Paul Van Deventer, MPI president and CEO. Forward Looking.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 28, 2021

Responsible event professionals are partnering with destinations and venues that understand attendees today are looking for inspirational experiences that marry thoughtful safety protocols within an exciting destination that fuels engagement beyond what is possible through a computer screen. Plan with Confidence. Wide Open Spaces.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 28, 2021

Responsible event professionals are partnering with destinations and venues that understand attendees today are looking for inspirational experiences that marry thoughtful safety protocols within an exciting destination that fuels engagement beyond what is possible through a computer screen. Plan with Confidence. Wide Open Spaces.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022

What you’ll find in Toronto is a kaleidoscope of cultures – each unique, and when combined with views and perspectives from attendees, the potential to experience innovation like never before. Industry-leading venues. Sustainability is a top priority for Toronto’s convention centres, venues and meeting spaces.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 3, 2023

“It is not one hotel property trying to work autonomously, or one venue or restaurant working in a silo, it’s the entire industry coming together to make San Antonio a premium destination for both conventions and tourists. The post The Event Planning Gene appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Here’s a snapshot of why so many organizers are welcoming attendees to Vienna. For European attendees, getting there is especially convenient: The majority of European capitals are less than three hours away by plane. Ready to Bring Your Attendees to Vienna? Location, Location, Location. New York’s JFK and Newark.

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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. HubSpot has a blog, digital courses, research and reports, and certification classes taught by subject matter experts in the HubSpot Academy.

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 21, 2024

In addition, the Events Industry Council (EIC) provided introductory sessions for their Sustainable Event Professional Certificate Course, offered for the first time in the region at The Meetings Show Asia Pacific.

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Blue Spark Event Design

APRIL 24, 2024

Seek out planners who have dedicated themselves to their profession, obtaining certifications such as CSEP or CMP, signifying their commitment to excellence. They understand the intricacies of corporate event planning, from selecting the right venue to creating engaging agendas and managing logistics. Need Help with Your Next Event?

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