Fri.Jan 06, 2023

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Expansion at LVCC Means More Space for CES

Smart Meetings

In its second year since the pandemic, Consumer Electronic Show (CES) roared back to life this weekend at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC), which offers 4.8 million sq. ft. of meeting space. This year’s CES has over 3,000 exhibitors and over 100,000 attendees across the show floor. This year’s event promises something for everyone with it being over 70% larger than CES 2021.

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The Events Industry’s Top 5 Legislative Priorities for 2023

MeetingsNet

A recently formed but powerful industry group will push state and federal lawmakers to implement policy ideas designed to benefit the meeting and trade show industry. Here are the group’s policy aims. Whenever the U.S. House of Representatives figures out who its next speaker will be, its members will be able to take up the business of the people. And at least a few of the issues they will deal with are related to the meeting, convention, and trade show industry, because the Exhibitions and Conf

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Meeting Profs Travel: Southwest in the Crosshairs, Buttigieg Responds

Smart Meetings

Bob Jordan, Southwest CEO. After a firestorm of criticism over the way Southwest Airlines handled the holiday season and weather delays and cancellations, the airline is getting broiled on the fires of internal critiques. In an open letter posted this week on the Southwest Airlines Pilots Union (SWAPA) website , Captain Tom Nekouei, Southwest Airlines Pilots Union 2nd Vice President, wrote: “How did we get here?

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Outdoor Activities in Oceanside: 8 Fun Things New Residents Need to Do

Redfin

Located on the Pacific coast about 40 miles north of San Diego, Oceanside, CA, is perfect for anyone looking to soak up the sun while living close to a major city. With miles of coastline and sandy beaches, there’s plenty to do both on land and in the water. So whether you’re settling into a Fire Mountain apartment or just bought a house in Loma Alta , make sure you try some of these outdoor activities in Oceanside. 1.

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COVID-19 Travel Consumer Sentiment Study

TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave

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Why Are Event Banners a Powerful Marketing Tool for Your Business

InEvent

More than 80% of buyers trust print ads more than other ad formats. There could be many reasons behind this, but multiple studies on customer behavior have revealed that print ads are more credible and trustworthy. At a time when every business is aggressively adopting digital marketing, print marketing could be a low-hanging fruit for … Post Why Are Event Banners a Powerful Marketing Tool for Your Business showed as first in InEvent Blog.

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15 Unique Things to Do in Worcester, MA

Redfin

Located in central Massachusetts, Worcester was named after a central English city in the U.K. Although the pronunciations of these two great cities are quite different, Worcester, M.A. is a unique, friendly city with plenty of personality. There are many things to do here whether you’re a weathered local, a visitor wondering what it’s like living in Worcester , or actively looking to buy a home in Worcester , M.A., here are 15 things locals love to do in their hometown. 1.

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Must-Read Tips for Making it Through a Minneapolis Winter as a Local

Redfin

Although Minnesota has beautiful springs, summers, and falls, everyone knows winter in this state can be rough. If you’re considering living in Minneapolis , then you probably already know about all the wonderful things the city has to offer. However, if the thought of enduring your first Minneapolis winter feels daunting, here are some tips locals follow to not only survive the cold but also thrive in it.

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TSE Featured Speaker Friday: Justin W. Ball, CMP

Special Events

Don’t miss your chance to see Justin Ball at Catersource + The Special Event

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What is Seattle Known For? 22 Ways to Get to Know The Emerald City

Redfin

If you’re considering living in Seattle , you might be familiar with the city for its bustling waterfront, lush evergreen forests, and the picturesque San Juan Islands. Seattle is also known as the birthplace of Starbucks, the Space Needle, and the flying fish at Pike Place Market. But these are just a few of the things that set Seattle apart from other major metropolises.

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Talking Business, Burnout, and White Space with Jim Kelley

Endless Events

Throughout 2022, we discussed how event professionals could talk business and engage with the C-suite. We also talked about trends we witnessed and expected to see in 2023. That’s why we’ve brought Jim Kelley on today’s episode of the #EventIcons. Jim is an experienced leader in the events industry. Currently the Vice President of Marketing and Industry Relations at Fern Expo , he has a long history of working in events, tradeshows, and conferences.

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Evolution of the DMC:Renewing Business Relationships with Deeper Trust, Transparency & Understanding

The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.

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Smart Moves in Las Vegas, Austin and More

Smart Meetings

Bryan Miller, CVE. Miller is general manager for the recently expanded Charlotte Convention Center in North Carolina, effective Jan. 23. Miller comes from Virginia Beach Convention Center, where he worked for 16 years, most recently as general manager. He has been a member of the International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM) mentor program and is current chairman of IAVM’s region five chapter meeting committee.

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THE ABBI AGENCY NAMED AGENCY OF THE YEAR IN AAF’S BEST OF THE WEST AWARDS

The Abbi Agency

So, we may have left out one thing when we wrapped up last year. What can we say—we wanted to start this year out with a bang! The Abbi Agency is pleased to announce that we’ve been named Advertising Agency of the Year ($10-50M) by the American Advertising Federation’s (AAF) Western Region Best of the West Media Awards, a competition highlighting the best media companies throughout the entire western United States.