Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

The good news is that the associations are returning to in-person events in great numbers. The challenge is designing events that speak to the needs of an audience that changed over the last three years. In an exclusive Smart Chat Live! Webinar session, Joanna Pineda, CEO and chief troublemaker of Matrix Group International , and Jennifer O’Grady, senior director of Design Studio of Maritz Global Events , tackled the Secrets for Engaging Platform-agnostic Association Meetings.

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Social Tables

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Whether you’re a part of a Fortune 500 company or are running a boutique hair salon out of your home, your business wouldn’t exist without clients. Showering clients with appreciation can help businesses, large and small, build a base of loyal customers, especially now, as we head into the holiday season. While some leaders choose gifts or special offers to recognize loyal customers, others host client appreciation events.

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Skift Meetings

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Skift Take: Despite the current chaos surrounding air travel, airport hotels are recovering from low pandemic occupancies at a faster pace than urban hotels. Thanks to changing work trends and an evolution in the amenities they offer, airport hotels and even airports are finding favor for certain types of meetings. — Maria Lenhart Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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Stova

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

“Metaverse” is the buzzword in events today. Fashion shows, tournaments, and concerts are banking on it. This year saw the inaugural Metaverse Fashion Week. Plus, the Australian Open held the first official tennis grand slam in the metaverse. Their goal was to be the “world’s most accessible and inclusive sports and entertainment event.”.

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

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Skift Meetings

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Skift Take: New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has signed legislation that requires certain public venues to submit emergency plans to law enforcement agencies to prepare for mass casualty and active shooter events. — Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

It’s crazy to think how much the events industry has evolved in recent times. Events have moved online and it didn’t take long for us to realise that we can reach untapped audiences while keeping costs down. Whether it’s a yoga session, interactive panel discussion or virtual conference, the popularity of virtual events has exploded and it’s paving the way for new forms of communication and collaboration.

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Maritz Global Events

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

In this blog series, we’ll recap some of the important trends we were talking about at IMEX America last month. Trend #1: Post-Pandemic Attendees: What Do They Look Like Now? Our audiences are changing. Our attendees have become accustomed to living life on their own terms and are more comfortable communicating their boundaries. Do we as an industry fight this, or do we embrace this new era?

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PRA

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Bring your event back to simpler times, and take a walk down memory lane with the hottest trend in events – nostalgia marketing experiential activations. Whether it is triggered by a photograph, a treasured possession, a childhood favorite dessert or familiar smell, nostalgia evokes a particular sense of time or place. What is Nostalgia Marketing?

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Meeting Package

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Leonardo Hotels UK & Ireland (formerly Jurys Inn) launched a new online booking service for meeting rooms with MeetingPackage, the multi-award winning Meetings & Events sales automation and channel management software.

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Fox World Travel

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Fox World Travel was exclusively invited to an educational summit in Cancun which brought together suppliers and event planners. The time allowed us to immerse ourselves in the destination and showcased why Cancun continues to be a top meeting and incentive destination. Here are the top reasons why Cancun should be considered for your […]. The post Fox Meetings and Incentives Attends Educational Summit in Cancun appeared first on Fox World Travel.

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

PRA

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Bring your event back to simpler times, and take a walk down memory lane with the hottest trend in events – nostalgia marketing experiential activations. Whether it is triggered by a photograph, a treasured possession, a childhood favorite dessert or familiar smell, nostalgia evokes a particular sense of time or place. What is Nostalgia Marketing?

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Eventbrite

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Planning a fundraising event for a charity or nonprofit organization is an exciting project that can ultimately benefit your cause, but it requires some extra steps. It’s important to think through how you’ll communicate your mission with attendees and connect them with the cause that their donations will benefit. You also need to carefully select […].

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EHL Insights

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL) is a leading hospitality university with locations in Switzerland and Singapore. EHL’s Institute of Nutrition Research & Development is conducting a series of interviews with world-renowned chefs to explore the current challenges and future innovations in their field. The second in this series of interviews is with highly decorated Chef Sebastien Lepinoy.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where. Zoey Wohl, Karen “KJ” Johnson, and Emily Yarbrough. Louisville Tourism has promoted an employee and hired several others across the organization. Zoey Wohl has transitioned from the role of convention sales assistant to convention sales coordinator. Two convention sales assistants have joined the organization: Karen “KJ” Johnson is supporting several major markets, including health, medical and scientific, corporate, sports, direct se

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PRA

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

PRA Recognized as Best Destination Management Company. With 6 th Consecutive Stella Award. CHICAGO, November 17, 2022 – PRA, a leader in the Business Events industry, was named Best Destination Management Company (DMC) and recognized with a Stella Award (#StellaAwards2022) from Northstar Meetings Group, according to Loren Edelstein, vice president and content director for Northstar Meetings Group.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

We get it, you’re busy. So, the Convene editors have curated the latest tips and trends in the world of work for you. Take a look at what caught our eye this past week. When — and How — to Say No to Extra Work. With more and more teams being understaffed, chances are you’ve been asked to take on more work. Top performers are a prime target for additional requests.

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Eventbrite

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

The Christmas season is a time of generosity, so appeal to festive event-goers with a chance to give back. You can start hosting Christmas events as soon as December hits, but keep in mind that people’s schedules get fuller as the holidays near. Read on to learn more about Christmas fundraiser ideas, from festive holiday […].

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

A new partnership with Wicked Kitchen is expanding the menu at some major convention centers to include a range of vegan meal options. Meeting the diverse and changing food preference of attendees just got a little easier at Long Beach Convention Center, McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, and a number of arenas around the U.S. where ASM Global is rolling out vegan food options.

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InEvent

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

During the time period covered by Covid-19, video conferencing became more commonplace. Every institution, from universities to corporations, has gone online. The widespread use of video conferencing and virtual meetings, however, has led to an increase in the number of bugs and security leaks. As a result, the most pressing issue is how to safeguard … Post Guidance for securing video conferencing showed as first in InEvent Blog.

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Travel Daily News

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Trapper Martin, Shane Smartt & Associates win the Bobbye Haupt Franchise of the Year Award.

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Special Events

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Special Events business news

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ADMEI

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

2023 ADMEI Award Finalists Announced. Association of Destination Management Executives announced the 2023 ADMEI Award finalists. Established in 2005, the ADMEI Awards Program recognizes member excellence in Destination Management Company (DMC) program, component development, and delivery. Submissions in multiple award categories are judged by panels of international industry professionals and the award winners are celebrated annually at the Awards Gala at the conclusion of the ADMEI Annual Con

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The MICE Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

When I was invited to be part of the jury at the International Corporate Events (ICE) Awards , I jumped at the opportunity. I was really excited to join this international jury, as it gave me a front row seat to see what some of the best corporate event planners are doing, but there was another reason. This year was the first time that the ICE Awards took place in Germany, after six successful editions in London.

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