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4 Benefits of Belonging to Your Industry’s Association

ADMEI

4 Benefits of Belonging to Your Industry’s Association 03 January 2024 There are countless great quotes about the importance of relationships, from “No man is an island” to “If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.” There are many benefits of joining a professional association, but these four top our list.

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Tips for Effectively Switching Event Management Software Vendors

Bizzaboo

However, what happens when you realize your current event management software vendor is no longer meeting your needs? of organizers are either switching or planning to switch their event software vendors within the next year, underscoring the dynamic nature of this industry. We just ran our conference with a new vendor.

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How DMCs Can Help You Manage the Unexpected

ADMEI

Even the most meticulously planned events can fall prey to natural disasters, a pandemic, vendor cancellations, and keynote speaker travel delays. Will travel routes be affected? Contracts : Are your contracts with venues and vendors solid? Do your vendors and venues have emergency plans? Is another expected?

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The Evolution of Meetings: Lessons for Navigating a Hybrid Future

Smart Meetings

Continue to train staff on hybrid meeting planning. One of the big benefits of hosting a hybrid or virtual trade show is that it’s easy to increase accessibility. Be sure to partner with sophisticated virtual meeting technology vendors that feature AI-based tools. Have stakeholders demo the technology and practice dry runs.

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Discover the Meaningful Sustainability Efforts in Greater Miami and Miami Beach

Convene by PCMA

For attendees who want to get around town without using cars, there are various public transit options as well, including the Brightline train, Metrorail/Metromover, buses, bicycles and a free trolley system. It is focused on enhancements including energy-efficient lighting, ventilation and air conditioning.

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Hotel Front Desk Software: Functionality, Benefits, and Implementation Scenarios

AltexSoft Travel

How front desk software can benefit the hotel business. Ask a potential vendor how often they update their functionality and what level of tech support they provide. Before committing to a purchase, experience all the features and benefits of a product in its trial version. Provide training. Enter into a free trial.

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17 Common Event Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Social Tables

Disregarding the benefits of a solid backup plan Just when you think you’ve prevented every possible hiccup, something will inevitably go wrong. Training event staff to maximize efficiency. With a smaller applicant pool to choose from, it is important to properly review the skills and training of potential team members.