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Unique & Exciting Virtual Trade Show Ideas

Endless Events

There are all kinds of questions going through event planners’ heads right now. How do I keep a virtual audience engaged ? How do I create my virtual event budget ? And what are some virtual trade show ideas I can use? First of all, think about the purpose of an exhibit hall for your attendees.

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The Survey Says: Meetings and Events are Thriving and Evolving

Smart Meetings

Accor Survey: “Meeting Expectations: The Future of Meetings & Events” World-leading hospitality group Accor operates a diverse hospitality group of over 40 hotel brands, from luxury to economy. Sophie Hulgard, Chief Sales Officer at Accor, says, “The total global meetings industry worldwide is forecast to be worth $1.78

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Improve Virtual Events, Event Planning Certification and More

Endless Events

Whether it’s a purely online event like a webinar or a hybrid event where online participants can be part of a real life event, virtual events can be a welcome addition for your audiences. Gain the trust of your audience by learning the ropes and getting an event planning certification.

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The Story Behind the 2024 Smart Women in Meetings Awards

Smart Meetings

A community of female leaders built on welcoming others emphasizes the power of belonging The announcement of the 2024 Smart Women in Meetings Award winners that went out Friday swelled the ranks of leaders honored to more than 1,000 strong. Hear what attendees said about the 2023 Smart Woman Summit.

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The Evolution of Meetings: Lessons for Navigating a Hybrid Future

Smart Meetings

Editor’s Note : As part of Back Light, a series of articles sharing illuminating insider observations, we asked Geoffrey Wellen, chief customer care officer of 6Connex f or lessons learned from two years of virtual and hybrid events. Either way, meeting planners need to organize with both online and physical attendees in mind.

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TWT: Survey Says Pent-up Demand for Meetings Conflicts with Corporate Cuts

Smart Meetings

Editor’s note : This Week in Travel (TWT) is your essential guide to smoothing the road from here to there for your attendees and yourself. Nearly half (46%) of this group agree these events are critical to developing relationships with customers, suppliers and others.

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Virtual Events Analytics: What Can Data Tell You?

Stova

You’ve heard the buzz among event professionals: Virtual events will never replace in-person events. That the future of the events industry is hybrid. But there is one aspect of meetings and events where virtual is coming out a clear winner: Data. We don’t disagree. Just think about it.