Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 17, 2018
Site selection often focuses on the things we can see—ballroom size, architecture, even how well the carpets match the theme. Get attendees involved by taking them to a Cajun dance hall, such as Mulate’s , for French-inspired gumbos and accordion-fueled zydeco. But some cities are going the extra mile to engage all the senses.
MeetingsNet
JUNE 24, 2022
A new MeetingsNet survey finds nearly 70 percent of planners expect fewer attendees on site due to high airfares, while nearly 60 percent have narrowed their destination options due to potential air delays and cancellations. percent of respondents said they expect to see fewer attendees at their upcoming events.
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Convene by PCMA
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
convention centers used criteria generally understood as key to site selection: exhibition space, meeting rooms, total space, distance from the airport, hotel availability, meal price, arts/entertainment, food availability, and walkability. One may think: Oh, that’s where event planners are getting the credit, but no.
MeetingsNet
DECEMBER 18, 2023
A new toolkit for employees at hotels, convention centers, and special-event venues can provide planners with deeper perspective on what to ask during site selection.
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. Select a hotel or conference center with family suites.
Blue Spark Event Design
OCTOBER 3, 2022
Why should you hire a professional planner? Utilizing these tools to enhance the corporate brand, entice customers, re-energize employees and educate attendees are all great reasons to gather. One way to ensure the event’s success is to hire a professional event planner. More contacts, more choices.
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 23, 2021
Event safety has become a priority, if not for meeting planners, then for attendees. Meeting planners don’t need to be IT gurus. If you, your staff, or attendees are experiencing depression, anxiety or other strong emotions, professional help is available and worthwhile. Here are some things to consider.
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