Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Many professionals attend two or more conventions, or trade shows, a year in various locations throughout the United States and the world. 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 will help narrow down the venue.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

After an almost two-year hiatus, planners and event organizers who have moved ahead with physical-only events have been disappointed with attendance. Either way, meeting planners need to organize with both online and physical attendees in mind. Read More : Tech Tips From the Top: Breaking Barriers and Defining Hybrid.

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Endless Events

JUNE 15, 2022

This is great news for event marketers and planners who can plan experiential events – events that aim to evoke positive emotions in attendees and resonate with their values. After all, what makes an incredible event is not the stage and the logistics, but the atmosphere and the positive emotional state of the attendees.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Steve Steinhart Both planners and sellers will have to make paradigm shifts if 2024 is to become the new high watermark for group attendance and revenue. But those rates will not work for planners seeking value for their attendees. If I can create a memory, I can get more attendees excited about attending future events.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 29, 2023

Whether you are giving instructions to a team member during the pre-con or sharing know-before-you-go updates with attendees, understanding their motivation and communication styles will help you be heard. That is why Smart Meetings introduced the Gifting Lounge last year to let attendees decide for themselves what calls to their hearts.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

To ensure a consistent and evolving impact for your company and attendees, we recommend developing a three-year event strategy. Here are our suggested lead times for various types of events: Large-scale events (like conferences and trade shows): 9-18 months in advance.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Speakers want to present remotely, and attendees and sponsors are starting to drop off. What if travel policies change, and speakers, attendees and sponsors start to cancel? Go simulive and stream pre-recorded sessions as though they were happening live, while speakers connect simultaneously with attendees in chat.

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Traveler's Q

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

From effective event registration, mobile apps, and audiovisual and presentation technologies, to social media and live streaming, the list of event tech solutions available to event planners is endless. Event mobile apps can increase the level of engagement and interactivity among attendees while creating an immersive experience.

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Traveler's Q

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

It is a crucial aspect of event management, as it not only helps to create a lasting impression, but also builds credibility, enhances recognition, and creates a sense of anticipation among attendees. Hence, it is imperative for event planners to carefully identify and select sponsors that align with their brand values and messaging.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 28, 2020

What does this mean for event planners? . It’s our biggest fear as event planners. Fewer attendees were admitted and strict social distancing was enforced. However, this could lead to important scientific evidence that will help event planners make key decisions about what safety measures to put in place at their events.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 9, 2024

Value Orientation We realize the challenge planners are facing to produce WOW events within budget. Your attendees will also enjoy complimentary self & valet parking, and complimentary internet in both public and meeting spaces. Please consider the following, for mid-week programs, base room rates are under $250.

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MeetingsNet

JUNE 27, 2022

At the Montreal Convention Center, field tests of biometric equipment are capturing levels of participants’ engagement and excitement by monitoring their brain and heart activity as they move around a show. As meetings and trade shows make their in-person comeback, one big issue is around engagement.

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Endless Events

MAY 12, 2022

What would the Brew Crew have event planners do to plan better events? Will says that it seems as if event planners haven’t learned anything from the COVID-19 pandemic. After all, aren’t we supposed to give attendees what they want? ” Planning Events In 2022: Event Planners Lack Resources.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

Thanks to all the vendors, sponsors, student volunteers & speakers. VanDeventer suggested planners looking into all-inclusive campuses either negotiate a solution for access or communicate robustly about the rules in advance—or both. Virtual attendees were able to see the general sessions and the main education rooms.

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MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Planners of the mid-November Las Vegas Grand Prix race have much work to do to prepare the Strip and surrounding neighborhoods for the huge spectator event. It’s likely that no meeting planner who’s had to shuttle attendees between venues in Las Vegas ever dreamed that a vehicle could travel 180 miles an hour down Las Vegas Boulevard.

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 17, 2023

With Chinese factories producing less and freight trips across the Pacific being cancelled more often, meeting hosts, sponsors, and exhibitors might want to rethink their approach to attendee gifts and giveaways this year. MeetingsNet: What else would you say to planners as they procure products for events in 2023 and early 2024?

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Stova

OCTOBER 26, 2023

You’ll also get five proven best practices to help attendees build meaningful connections in 2024 and beyond. Attendees gathered to make connections and gain insights from knowledgeable speakers. “You Attendees are craving more opportunities to network. Notice what attendees like to discuss. Not as easy as you think.

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Stova

APRIL 13, 2023

In this article, we share five ways you can use artificial intelligence in event management to save time and enhance attendee experiences. But recent advancements promise to take the attendee experience to exciting new heights. These are just two examples of artificial intelligence at work in trade shows and conferences.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 19, 2018

This week, we have a few tips for making your trade show booth stand out and managing your social media better. With events getting bigger and grander, it’s easy for attendees to feel like they’re just another drop in the audience bucket when it comes to importance. Trade Show Tips for the New Year.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 24, 2020

However, when it comes down to sponsors and exhibitors, the name of the game is hardly the same. It was a video presentation and a load of attendees listening. “But I think as we’re moving forward, we’re seeing 3D trade show platforms where you can have a virtual version of your stand and things like that.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

On top of these impressive facts, they hold an annual trade show and conference with approximately 5000 store owners, 100-200 international partners, 150 different vendor companies and 2000 vendor staff. What are ways you ensure your sponsors are treated like partners? They also own ThinkGeek. Connect Marketplace.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Aside from helping attendees immerse themselves better in the event, going unplugged also helps you increase networking opportunities and provide a host of niche advantages. The Exhibition Buyer’s Guide is one of the best resources for those looking for suppliers for trade shows, exhibits, and similar events.

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Social Tables

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

For example, event signage can be used to: Advertise sponsorships Display product information Drive brand awareness Interact with event attendees Guide customers to a location Promote products and events Encourage attendees to share content on social media . The possibilities are almost limitless. .

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Expert planners know that event engagement is vital to an event’s initial success, as well as the success of potential future events. Event engagement, also known as audience engagement, refers to an event’s ability to hold the attention of its audience as well as promote full participation from event attendees. Pre-event engagement.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 8, 2021

I’ve had over-served attendees swim in fountains, attendees get a little too romantic on an evening cruise, and one had so much to drink at the welcome reception he became physically ill in the general session and needed to be transported to the hospital via fire rescue.”. An attendee couldn’t find his way back to his guest room.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 15, 2024

When Maritz studied when 360,000 conference-goers registered for the same 30 trade shows (i.e., 90 show instances) spanning diverse industries over three years, what emerged is how COVID remains the events industry’s biggest plot twist. That includes aligning marketing, pricing, and logistics strategies. The sweet spot?

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Achieve objectives while ensuring the confidence and safety of attendees. Sponsored by Hilton. The EventReady Playbook is a global resource tailormade to offer planners and meeting hosts the guidance, inspiration and tangible solutions they need to design and activate engaging, safe and socially responsible events.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 1, 2022

Orlando has long been a favorite destination for attendees for numerous reasons, with world-famous theme parks and attractions, ample sunshine, and the state-of-the-art Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) topping the list. destinations to welcome conventions, trade shows, meetings, and consumer and sporting events during that time.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Achieve objectives while ensuring the confidence and safety of attendees. The EventReady Playbook is a global resource tailormade to offer planners and meeting hosts the guidance, inspiration and tangible solutions they need to design and activate engaging, safe and socially responsible events. Plan with Confidence.

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 21, 2021

Fan seating at Petco Park in San Diego serves as session seating for attendees of Warrior West 2021, a military resource and training expo. There was endless branding and visibility for sponsors,” she said. Graziano called it a “marvel of an experience that the company and planner whipped together in such a short timeframe.”

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Travel Daily Media

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Accor Pacific, Australia and New Zealand’s largest hotel operator, has announced it will deliver a range of limitless experiences and the best in hospitality to the hosted buyers attending the Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) 2023 in the Accor sponsored Hosted Buyer Lounge.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

But let’s talk about the elephant on the trade show floor: sponsorship and sponsor ROI. With the rise of virtual conferences and the influx of in-person events, one thing is sure: growth and scalability will rely on event sponsors. . 5 Ways To Find the Right Event Sponsors. 6 Tips for Pitching Event Sponsors.

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Traveler's Q

MAY 1, 2023

It is an important aspect that can elevate an event from being just another gathering to a memorable experience that leaves attendees with a lasting impression of the brand. With the right level of customization and attention to detail, you can offer an unforgettable event that will leave attendees wanting more.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Held in late February 2020 in Orlando and attracting 17,000 attendees, Global Pet Expo “snuck right in” before the pandemic shut everything down, said Christopher Bonifati, CEM, director of attendee services at the American Pet Products Association (APPA), which co-produces the event. In-Person Application.

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Now more than ever, sustainability is top of mind for event planners because it’s a top priority for event attendees. It doesn’t matter if you’re hosting a team summit, client meet-and-greet, or large trade show — attendees want to participate in events prioritizing a safe, healthy planet. 1 priority, and 31.2%

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Meeting Tomorrow

APRIL 20, 2020

Meeting and event planners are working quickly to transfer their in-person events online in light of COVID-19. But for many planners, there’s still one missing piece of the virtual events puzzle: Sponsorships. That’s the wrong way to give your sponsors exposure because it won’t leave a positive impression.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 24, 2018

Hotels are learning that, hey, planners are realizing that it’s hard to get wifi. We did a webinar recently with trade show internet and with Glisser, and which we’ll link down below, as part of this episode, which was how to improve your WIFI. Do you just need your attendees to be able to check their email?

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