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Four Crucial Questions To Ask When Developing an Effective Contingency Plan for Events

Smart Meetings

Read More : When Mother Nature Is an Unwanted Attendee at Your Meeting or Event A sporting event being held in a high occupancy stadium will have more dynamic risks than a conference due to the size of the venue and activities taking place. For security, implement measures to protect attendees and the event venue.

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The Future Looks Bright for Destinations International’s Young Leaders

Smart Meetings

At the local level, it is exciting to see new meeting and conference sectors emerge that engage a new market and heighten our ability to reach new visitors.”. – Mallory Snyder , vice president of communications and strategic development, Visit York County. “I’m I’m excited to see our industry return to normal!

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New Group Focuses on Physical, Mental and Career Health of Meeting Profs

Smart Meetings

Energy and Stamina : The physical demands of the event industry—long hours, being on your feet, setting up venues—require good physical fitness. Leadership and Team Building : Physical fitness activities, especially team sports or group exercises, can enhance leadership skills and foster team spirit.

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3 Shifts in Event Sustainability

Convene by PCMA

Instead of advertising its brand, Amazon chose to use its naming rights to spotlight its pledge to reach net-zero carbon emissions by calling the Seattle venue Climate Pledge Arena — just one example how sustainability has become top of mind for organizations and consumers. Michael Dyerland/Visit Seattle). ” — Shawna McKinley.

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The Top US and Canadian Event Management Agencies for 2024

Bizzaboo

Boasting an award-winning team of over 400 specialists across 23 global offices, Allied creates conversion-driven campaigns for major brands in film, TV, sports, gaming, live entertainment, cultural institutions, hospitality, and consumer goods. Communications. Digital Experiences.

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Media Mixer + Makers

Convene by PCMA

It’s become more challenging for DMOs to maintain their funding, according to the DestinationNEXT 2023 Futures Study , as local governments are increasingly diverting funds to pay for broader community needs. Taking that approach, he said, would mean “losing that local connection and the experts who know how to do meetings and events.”

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How to Make a Star-Studded Incentive Trip

Achieve Incentives

We’re talking about awards shows, festivals, concerts, sporting events, and other star-studded, VIP experiences. Researching every detail, including the size of bags allowed in the venues, event entry requirements, etc. There are typically hundreds or even thousands of vendors involved in organizing bucket-list-worthy events.