Conferences that Work

AUGUST 29, 2016

While its article “ 8 Fresh Faces of Event Design 2016 ” says it is about “ industry newbies who dream up and create an event’s visuals as opposed to those that handle the logistics like a planner” , this really misses the point. Event process design determines the logistics and visuals we use.

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Logistics Event Design Conference Design Conference 54

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

When more than 750 financial and insurance conference professionals converged at JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes the first week of November for FICP Annual Conference 2018, the message that event professionals need to move from simply managing logistics to helping people make meaningful connections was loud and clear in word and deed.

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Insurance Financial Services Conference Attendee 243

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

When more than 750 financial and insurance conference professionals converged at JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes the first week of November for FICP Annual Conference 2018, the message that event professionals need to move from simply managing logistics to helping people make meaningful connections was loud and clear in word and deed.

Insurance 127

Insurance Financial Services Conference Attendee 127

Conferences that Work

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

I still believe that these events, when well-designed and facilitated, offer the best attendee experience for the majority of conferences that are held today. 2—Poor unconference design Half a century ago, as a lowly graduate student, I attended tons of traditional academic conferences. Here are my six reasons.

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Preparation Venue Conference Attendee 106

Innovatx

JANUARY 22, 2019

If it feels like events are happening more frequently and require more complicated logistics than ever before – you would be right! A SWAG activation is a unique interactive experience that also provides your attendee with a take-home gift. Event experts agree the demand for face-to-face events and meetings is continuing to grow.

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Trends Trade Show Events Consulting 40

Endless Events

OCTOBER 19, 2018

Well, this influential event prof will share insights to help you incorporate mobile technology, augmented reality, facial recognition, chatbots and more for better events to engage your attendees. Travel industry news is vital for event planners, whether it’s you doing the travelling, or it’s your attendees travelling to your events.

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Trade Show Events Planner Trends 333