Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

If there is a silver lining to the pandemic for the meetings industry, it’s this: The pandemic accelerated the evolutions of meetings. Like the typewriter, print publications and fax machines, the fully in-person meeting would have eventually become extinct. People know how to use them, and they make great meeting programs.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Webinar session, Joanna Pineda, CEO and chief troublemaker of Matrix Group International , and Jennifer O’Grady, senior director of Design Studio of Maritz Global Events , tackled the Secrets for Engaging Platform-agnostic Association Meetings. Time management and wellness is also a major factor for meeting guests today. Joanna Pineda.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Record and sponsor your breakout sessions. You can put content on a private or public YouTube channel with sponsor content at the beginning or end of the recording. This is a win-win-win; attendees and the public can view the content anytime, sponsors gain additional exposure, and you receive additional revenue.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 27, 2021

But with news of the Omicron variant changing day-to-day, conference organizers and sponsors are using the skills they’ve acquired in Covid times: flexibility and leveraging virtual options to replace some face-to-face experiences. Hybrid meeting programs offer a silver lining. Health and Safety. Safe Travels.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Meeting professionals understand that travel brings people together. Destinations International , the association for Destination Marketing Organizations, is teaming up with research firms iolite group , Brand USA and Miles Partnership to determine the impact of cultural exchange on destination planning and travel.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 24, 2022

The Promenade was the hub of Convening Leaders 2022 at Caesars Forum, offering networking spots, sponsor activations, and the Work Lounge sponsored by Visit Indy. We brainstormed what a hub should deliver from an attendee point of view. Some organizations put registration services in the hub to help welcome the participants.

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 22, 2024

Freeman’s annual gauge of event participants reveals a few differences between attendees of different generations—but many important similarities too. Some examples of other common preferences among different generations of attendees, according to the survey results: • With keynote and other general-session presentations, content comes first.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 27, 2018

Is it an opportunity for attendees to meet like-minded professionals or is it a chance to interact with potential future business partners? Being transparent about the purpose prepares attendees for getting the most out of your event. Morning meet-ups can be productive as well. It sounds simple, but often gets overlooked.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Even as in-person meetings continue to reemerge with a vengeance, virtual meetings have taken a primary position in the event professional toolbox. We are turning attendees into participants,” he said. Yes, hybrid meetings are more complicated and costly, but virtual is here to stay without a doubt,” he said. “Yes,

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

AI Wizards: The Ultimate #EventProfs Battle for Excellence,” part of the Tech Playground, promised to answer the question: Are meeting professionals — and their events — better off using gen AI? One of the teams discusses ideas for the challenge to create an innovative marketing campaign for an upcoming event. ‘We

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Stova

JULY 26, 2023

Attracting attendees to in-person events is becoming increasingly challenging in today's landscape. As a result, sponsors and exhibitors are reevaluating their participation, seeking higher returns on investment and greater visibility. The post Building Sponsor-Worthy Event Experiences appeared first on Stova.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Will this improve the quality of the event you’re organizing? It works by accessing the emotions and the motivations of attendees – because, at heart, we like to collect, complete and compete. By using gamification in your events, you can achieve the following results: Increased attendee engagement. Generating positivity.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

After two years of testing streaming platforms, meeting professionals are asking for more comprehensive solutions and a number of event technology companies have risen to the challenge. How it impacts you: Automated back-end processes allow you to better manage speakers, sponsors, staff and meetings.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

The launch this week of Bizzabo’s SmartBadge technology, branded as Klik Experiential wearables, is the next step in delivering virtual meeting-level data at in-person events. As in-person events gain momentum, attendee expectations are higher than ever. Read More : IMEX22 Welcomed Record Number of Attendees. Attendee Benefits.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Smart Meetings heard from industry leaders as they shared what they are grateful for—in their lives, as well as in their illustrious careers. At AME, we start each board meeting by sharing gratitude. I have the opportunity to shape our annual conference, creating event spaces where attendees can share, learn and grow.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 19, 2024

She learned of the CMP early on in her career in the meetings and events industry. From the tight-knit camaraderie within my team, the quiet hum of the hotel staff, the energy of the production crew and the excitement among the attendees, all this energy under one roof is where I thrive best.” After a few years, she began to prepare.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 6, 2022

This is what meeting professionals can learn from their experiences on Web3. We envision lots of use cases for NFTs and blockchain to make it easier to track and promote content on the platform—allowing sponsors and hosts to set goals to drive users to get the most out of an event and rewarding people for loyalty by being strong participants.

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Eventtia

AUGUST 16, 2022

Yet, it’s no secret that attracting new sponsors for virtual events can be easier said than done. Proving a virtual event’s value to potential sponsors can be easier said than done, and making the right impression to prospective new sponsors for your event is crucial (and challenging).

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Smart Meetings

MAY 17, 2021

So, how can marketers create impactful hybrid events that resonate with physical and virtual attendees while delivering ROI for hosts, sponsors and exhibitors? In this new era, event organizers must develop strategies for each audience. Without it, attendees lose interest and log out. Integrating Emerging Technology.

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Endless Events

APRIL 10, 2020

If you’re planning a virtual event, you’ll want to have a meeting with a virtual event production company ASAP. But going into a meeting with a virtual event production company unprepared will only drag on the process. So to help you out, we’ve compiled a list of 45 questions you want to ask yourself prior to scheduling this meeting.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

These events usually last three to four days, and when you add on travel time, attendees may be gone from their families for a week or longer. This can mean each attendee must find someone to care for their children or ask their spouse to do double duty while they are gone. Ensure the caregivers work for licensed organizations.

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MeetingsNet

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Based on survey results from corporate managers, a newly released report from Harvard Business Review Analytic Services makes the case for more in-person meetings among coworkers to strengthen an organization’s top line and bottom line.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

How to master the New Green RFP In Smart Meetings’ latest Smart Chat Live webinar, “ How to Master the New Green RFP ,” attendees learned about how to create a sustainable RFP and prioritize sustainability in every area of their sourcing processes. Spoiler alert: the most overlooked areas are often the most impactful.

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Eventtia

JUNE 2, 2023

Event planning and organizing a fairly small meeting involving just five participants can be quite a challenge, especially if this is your first time. Then, imagine planning a massive concert with a big-name DJ as the headliner and 100,000 attendees. Planning an event is difficult. Can you imagine the headache?

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

You need creative vision, planning and organization, budget management, marketing, promotion, collaboration, adaptability, time management and, of course, the ability to create a memorable experience,” she says. I had the opportunity to work on a large national sales meeting, which gave me on-site exposure.”

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Jack Macleod For the last 15-20 years, green meetings and organized gatherings aimed at minimizing negative impacts on the environment have been a concept, but in 2020, after the Covid-19 pandemic, they became a widespread topic in the events industry. Finally, implementing circularity can also benefit attendees.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

What value will attendees get from your event? Make sure you promote your event via the following: Organic and paid social media Email marketing Webinars Custom landing pages Influencer partnerships The tricky part is finding a balance between your company’s typical marketing content and your event promotions.

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Meet Green

OCTOBER 15, 2021

According to industry statistics, those holding in-person meetings have attendance levels at 40% to 70% of 2019 figures. Future-Proof Your Organization Now. Annual conferences have long been a significant revenue source for host organizations and associations but can no longer be counted on to produce the revenue.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 6, 2024

Read More: History of the Kentucky Derby Enhancements for 2024 included sponsor activations that gave attendees of all ages a chance to get closer to the action and modernize their experience. In the First Turn Club, Tractor Beverage Company offered certified organic drinks and mocktails along with an Instagram-worthy photo area.

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Conferences that Work

APRIL 11, 2022

Over the years I’ve designed and facilitated hundreds of meetings. One of the most common issues I address that is rarely acknowledged openly is the tension between the wants and needs of suppliers and practitioners at meetings. By “suppliers” I mean vendors of products or services, and sponsors.

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Endless Events

APRIL 8, 2022

It seems that the asynchronous communication trend has also started making waves in the meeting and events industry , namely as asynchronous hybrid events. But this is no easy feat; research shows that 46% of event organizers say that speakers struggle to simultaneously engage a virtual and in-person audience. Source: IBTM World.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 17, 2024

With unparalleled locations and amenities, outstanding perks for event planners and a focus on sustainability through Meet with Purpose, Hilton’s All-Inclusive resorts offer comprehensive packages catering to every event planner’s needs. When it comes to hosting successful events, Hilton All-Inclusive stands out as a premier choice.

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Endless Events

APRIL 22, 2022

Attendees can also communicate and interact with content or exhibitors after the event has already finished. You will host all your attendees’ profiles and webinars in one single platform/app – so choose wisely. Event organizers have a lot on their plate as it is. Step 1: Setting Up Your Event Community.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Organizations can entertain, educate, inspire, sell, or do all of the above simultaneously. Organizations use event marketing to: Promote the brand to a larger audience. Its loyal attendees come year after year, enjoying space to meet and network, and learn about the newest technologies and innovations.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 5, 2023

Event organizers turn to gamification to try and drive engagement and rally excitement around an event. But more often than not, it’s just a thinly disguised tool to get attendees to do what organizers and sponsors want them to do. Spoiler alert–it’s because of misaligned priorities between attendees and organizers.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 30, 2023

Meeting and event planners need to be aware of the values their organizations, companies, and clients want to demonstrate to their stakeholders. Attendees will also expect that planners are thinking ahead about the impact the event will have in the future. Are you doing your part to lighten the carbon load? The best part?

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Motivation Excellence

JANUARY 15, 2020

MICE is an acronym for meetings, incentives, conferencing, and exhibitions. It’s part of a broader category that industry professionals often refer to as “MICE,” which stands for Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, and Exhibitions. Meetings : One-time or repeat travel events centered around an activity or goal.

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