Maritz Global Events

JANUARY 8, 2020

When it comes to trade show lead retrieval, lots of exhibitors have decided to exercise an abundance of caution and not initiate a strategy. For many trade show exhibitors, GDPR stands for “gosh-darned problematic regulation.” It throws a wrench in their trade show marketing routine. Case Study.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 7, 2023

The good news is that travel is well positioned to withstand any downturn,” he said. Let’s take a deeper dive into why events and business travel might float above the turbulence. Travel Priorities First, some history. Business travel is not all the way back yet, so it still has an upside. There is resilience,” he said.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 8, 2024

8 was the grand opening of IMEX America 2024 , with a jaw-dropping trade show, unexpected meetups with good friends and exciting announcement after exciting announcement. In the city where business gets done (all day, every day) your attendees want a place to relax. Your attendees certainly will, and well, too!

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The post ITB Asia 2024 concludes with 45,000 meetings and 18,500 attendees from 85 countries appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. ITB Asia to expand its Travel Tech Asia cluster next year, providing deeper insights into cutting-edge hotel technology.

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MeetingsNet

MARCH 18, 2024

Travel Association introduced Aimee Misako Gabel as the organization’s first senior vice president, events and education. Travel with a strong track record in meetings. During her tenure, RE+ grew to become a top 50 trade show and was widely cited for the innovative ways it engaged attendees while quadrupling its revenue.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 15, 2023

As guests entered the convention center, they saw attendees dressed in festive red and green garb all around, from ugly Christmas sweaters to stylish holiday patterns. As guests entered the convention center, they saw attendees dressed in festive red and green garb all around, from ugly Christmas sweaters to stylish holiday patterns.

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Traveler's Q

JUNE 22, 2023

The Comprehensive Guide to Travel Management for Corporate Events Travel management is a crucial aspect of any business. It doesn’t matter if we refer to corporate or event travel. Doing so often translates into frequent travel for their employees. As a result, it will provide a memorable experience for all attendees.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Will brought up the fact that Rachel Wimberly wrote an article for Trade Show News Network, titled ‘ Please Stop Asking if Attendance ‘Was Down’ at Shows Running Right Now ‘ He was curious to learn what his co-hosts had to say about that. Reevaluating The Events Industry: Attendees Have Changed.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 23, 2023

Learning tracks cover challenges that keep meeting professionals up at night When what is expected to be the largest crowd ever for an events industry trade show arrives at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas in October for IMEX America 2023 , the focus will squarely be on connecting people in new, effective ways.

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Eventbrite

JUNE 13, 2022

A cultural event, professional conference, trade show, or home and garden show can attract both local attendees and visitors. For an event creator, it’s important to tap into current travel trends in the event industry, including what attendees want to see when they travel to an attraction.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 7, 2022

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. She adds, however: “Among those who are uncertain if they will travel for conferences/conventions/trade shows, 1 in 3 cite availability of virtual events as a reason for the uncertainty.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

asks Pfeffer, as he explains what Meet with Momentum helps attendees discover. “We Trade Show at Meet with Momentum The panel discussed at length how to curate experiences that are not cookie-cutter—it gives planners a reason to stay on property and is an opportunity to involve the local community.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Does it involve space travel? Five years ago, he showed images of a trade show heavily invested in hybrid. “I Tech advances to help attendees get to the event. Cutting-edge tech that will provide a new set of event experiences for your attendees. Ludwig shared another example of future travel.

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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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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. Specifically, 69.2

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Traveler's Q

AUGUST 22, 2024

These gadgets, from smart badges to mobile apps, have a big impact on improving the experience for attendees. Wearable Devices : Gadgets like smart wristbands can monitor where attendees go, providing useful information about busy spots and popular activities. They also sent custom phone alerts to attendees.

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Traveler's Q

APRIL 18, 2024

Venue rentals, travel, and logistics are often substantial expenditures and must be revised, allowing for more efficient budget allocation to enhance event quality and reach. Types of Corporate Events in the Metaverse Conferences and Trade Shows The metaverse redefines conferences and trade shows, creating a dynamic, interactive setting.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2024

IMEX America 2024 ended today with a final count of 15,500 attendees (5,500 buyers and 86,000 pre-scheduled meetings) walking through the doors at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. She noted the number, quality and diversity of fringe events around the show. San Antonio will host WEC June 1-4, 2026.

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Travel Daily Media

MARCH 26, 2024

The post ITB China Conference 2024: Elevating the China travel business appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. From 27 to 29 May, China’s travel think tank will run concurrently with ITB China, the B2B exclusive travel trade show focusing on the Chinese travel market.

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Traveler's Q

AUGUST 29, 2024

For example, a recent tech expo used 5G to power real-time interactive demos, allowing attendees to experience new technologies firsthand without lag. For event organizers, this means reaching a wider audience without compromising on quality, ultimately enhancing the overall experience for both in-person and virtual attendees.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 7, 2023

Would it surprise you to learn that 84% of attendees come to events for networking? This blog post offers creative solutions that can be fun, engaging, and, most importantly, allow the shyest attendee to walk away with more connections than before they arrived at your event. Badge Pull Don’t hand attendees their nametags.

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Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

The post ITB India 2024 witnesses over 25,000 business engagements appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Opening Ceremony at ITB India 2024 The three-day B2B trade show, held from 11 – 13 September in Mumbai, successfully concluded with over 600 top-tier Indian & international buyers.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 9, 2024

The post South African Tourism to host over 40 Indian trade partners at Africa’s Travel INDABA 2024 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. This year, the event will host over 40 esteemed Indian trade partners. With this targeted approach, we anticipate even more substantial growth in the years to come.”

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 14, 2022

IMEX 2022 concluded its 11 th American run Thursday following a thunderous return with over 12,000 people in attendance at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, a 45% increase over last year’s event due to pandemic travel restrictions. More than 1,600 people participated in MPI education over the course of the event.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 25, 2022

travel association shared how as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, the U.S. saw a decline of $211 billion in business travel spending in 2020, with $97 billion of that loss due to the cancellation of professional meetings and events related travel spending. for convention business so far this year. . Las Vegas .

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 23, 2023

We know if the leisure sector demand remains softer than anticipated, and with the corporate business travel segment still slowly returning to pre-pandemic levels, groups must continue to be a large focus for the brand.” Inflated rates were accepted by the leisure market traveling in distressed times.

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Traveler's Q

AUGUST 1, 2024

In this article, we’ll delve into the transformative impact of AI chatbots on the event scene, exploring the myriad benefits they bring to both attendees and organizers. You can add these chatbots to websites, mobile apps, and social media, giving attendees one central place to interact.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

“Most of our larger events have gone to face-to-face, especially when there’s that B2B trade show component. Ultimately, finding out what the attendees want is the bottom line for meeting organizers. With the needs of audience members in-flux, meeting organizers are looking at new ways to surprise and delight attendees.

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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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Travel Daily Media

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

The post HotelPlanner adds Cleverdis to its family of brands appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. HotelPlanner, a leading travel technology platform and hotel booking engine, is excited to announce the integration of Cleverdis, the content provider for more than 17 international trade shows.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 6, 2022

Meeting profs in Charlotte, North Carolina, are meeting at the newly expanded Charlotte Convention Center for lunch, accompanied by a speech by the state’s House Budget Writer Jason Saine and the North Carolina Travel Industry Association lobbying team. Read More : At MPI WEC 2021, Michael C. Bush Laid out the Makings of a Great Workplace.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 2, 2021

Las Vegas felt almost pre-Covid over the long holiday weekend as pandemic restrictions eased in Nevada and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated guidance on domestic travel to low risk for the fully vaccinated. The SEMA Car show is usually one of the largest to visit the city each year. Conventioneers Return.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 17, 2021

See also : Tales from Las Vegas: Jewelry Trade Shows and LVCC’s Comeback Convention. Attendees saw a taste of that from stage as panels addressed the issues of diversity, equity and inclusion and women in the industry along with emotional intelligence and creating positive workplaces. “The MeetSmart pic.twitter.com/9ni5iHii4H.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

Read More: 3 Rewarding Trends in Incentive Travel The upside of holding WEC in Mexico for the first time was that it accommodated the association’s fastest-growing audience, Latin American meeting professionals, which has had 60% growth over the last four years. Louis in 2025 in the expanded convention center campus. It turned out clear.”

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2023

This growth brings both ample opportunities and new challenges as planners work to accommodate an influx of attendees while booking, planning and executing events. Respondents also confirm the importance of trade shows, exhibitions and conferences. 78% agreeing that attendance at these events is important for their industry.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Now, companies are taking a harder line on travel. 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? Ensure the show will go on, even if market conditions change on short notice.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Welcoming business travelers back to Las Vegas has been key in building momentum throughout the destination,” says H. It’s clear that organizers, exhibitors and attendees are ready to get back to in-person events and we look forward to delivering the Only Vegas experience our visitors have come to expect.”

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