April, 2022

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The Digital Divide: Will The Rush To The Metaverse Leave People Behind?

Endless Events

The Event Tech Podcast is often so excited about all the innovation, new event platforms, and other event tech solutions on the market that we forget to talk about the digital divide in the events industry. Let’s face it: most event technology needs a strong internet connection to run smoothly. But what about those who don’t have their own Wi-Fi set up?

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5 Reasons for Embracing Hybrid Experiences

Smart Meetings

Have you returned to planning live events? You might not want to throw out the tools we used to get through the last two years virtually so fast. Out of necessity, we mastered snazzy new ways to connect, play games, exercise, entertain, make lunch/dinner/drinks and build things through platforms online. Just because we can meet in person, doesn’t mean that is the only solution.

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Strong appetite for travel in Europe as over 3 in 4 Europeans plan to travel this spring and summer

ETC Corporate

Despite the pandemic and the conflict in Ukraine, European travel sentiment reaches a peak – 77% have travel plans between April and September 2022 Over half (56%) of Europeans planning a trip intend to visit another European country 38% of travel-ready Europeans plan to take an overnight trip between June-July, and another 32% are targeting the August-September period Despite the uncertainty.

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The 5 Surefire Benefits of Co-Op Marketing Programs for Destinations

Dana Communications

For DMOs and CVBs promoting their own corner of the world to travelers, it may sometimes seem like the budget you’re granted just isn’t enough to accomplish all of your goals. Enter…co-op marketing! By creating a program that allows local tourism and hospitality partners to buy into a campaign to co-promote their offerings with travel to your destination, you increase your marketing funds and reap the five surefire benefits detailed below.

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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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Survey: Job Stress Pushing Planners to the Breaking Point

MeetingsNet

The latest MeetingsNet research finds that 42.3 percent of respondents have considered leaving the planning profession entirely since 2020. If stress has been a constant weight on your shoulders through two years of pandemic, you’ve got lots of company. New MeetingsNet research, which will be released in full on May 3, found that nearly 46 percent of planners said that their job has become much more stressful since the Covid pandemic began in March 2020, with another 43 percent saying their job

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4 Strategies to Guide Your Return to Live Events

Convene by PCMA

At PCMA’s Convening Leaders 2022, the Promenade Stages on the show floor brought speakers in front of attendees in a more intimate way. (Jacob Slaton Photography). David Saef. The rush back to in-person events is made more challenging by staffing shortages, changing circumstances, executive scrutiny, and the need to make timely decisions despite many variables and uncertainties.

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TWT: Musical Mask Mandate Chairs

Smart Meetings

In Flight Mask Mandate Unravels. After the Biden administration sought to extend a longstanding U.S. mask mandate on public transportation, U.S. District Court Judge Kathryn Kimball Mizelle, a federal judge in Florida, ruled the directive unlawful, opening up a loophole for airlines (many of whom have publicly voiced support for the end of the federal mandate) to allow customers to make their own decision to mask or not.

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Working with suppliers and practitioners at meetings

Conferences that Work

Over the years I’ve designed and facilitated hundreds of meetings. One of the most common issues I address that is rarely acknowledged openly is the tension between the wants and needs of suppliers and practitioners at meetings. By “suppliers” I mean vendors of products or services, and sponsors. By “practitioners” I mean the folks who do what the meeting is about; e.g., doctors at a medical event or scientists at a conservation conference.

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Turning Interest into Action: Breaking Down Marketing Funnels from Top to Bottom 

Special Events

Unpredictability is best avoided in business, so you must learn how to use each stage of the marketing funnel to your advantage as soon as possible.

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New Report: Business Travelers Plan to Attend Events Soon

MeetingsNet

Among other findings, the inaugural Business Travel Tracker sees 84 percent of respondents expecting to attend a meeting or exhibition within six months. A new quarterly research report from Tourism Economics and J.D. Power on behalf of the U.S. Travel Association made its debut in early April, containing results from 2,600 business travelers who answered questions in mid-March about their 2022 travel plans.

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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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‘A Larger Voice’: How the Pandemic Is Changing Global Meetings Industry Day

Convene by PCMA

The U.S. Travel Association provides graphics like the one above to promote Global Meetings Industry Day, April 7. Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID), Thursday, April 7, was launched five years ago by the 70-member Meetings Mean Business industry coalition as an annual day of industry-wide advocacy focused on raising the profile of the economic value of business events, trade shows and exhibitions, and incentive travel.

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6 Attendee Retention Tips: Keep Your Audience Coming Back

Endless Events

Attendee retention rate is one of the most important event KPIs. When event planners measure how many attendees have attended their events before, they are getting insights into attendee loyalty. And as we know, loyalty is one of the most important qualities; not only in our attendees, but also in our employees, partners, friends, and family members. .

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How Planners Are Celebrating GMID 2022

Smart Meetings

Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID), a celebration of everything wonderful about the meetings industry, is kicking off its seventh year with the theme “Meet Safe,” a redux of GMID 2021’s theme. While most events across the globe took place virtually last year, more events are now meeting in person. Take a look at how our meetings industry friends are celebrating.

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Free online Participate Lab — May 11, 2022

Conferences that Work

A rare opportunity! Hosted by CSAE Manitoba , this free one-hour online Participate Lab will introduce you to the design of participation-rich events through the direct experience of participatory meeting techniques and formats. All are welcome to attend this event at no charge (both CSAE members and non-members). Registration is limited, so register now!

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Why Being Number Two Is Second to None

Special Events

David Beahm Experiences Executive Director and Catersource + The Special Event Keynote Christina Matteucci shares her experiences and lessons learned as the second-in-command to one of today’s top event companies.

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Security Flaw at Business Conference Makes Headlines

MeetingsNet

An on-stage incident involving a presenter and attendee raises the question: Can organizers account for every possibility when creating an event’s risk-management plan? CinemaCon 2022, the annual convention and trade show of the National Association of Theatre Owners, drew about 6,000 members to Caesars Palace from April 25 to 28 to preview Hollywood’s upcoming releases and to talk shop with producers, directors, actors, marketing and advertising executives, equipment and technology suppliers, a

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How Convention Centers Are Evolving in a New Events Landscape

Convene by PCMA

For those who design, operate, manage, and sell space in convention centers, looking ahead is part of the job description. But the magnitude of the global disruptions and shifts in travel and work that have come about over the last two years can make it feel as if the pandemic has reinvented business events. In Convene ‘s March-April CMP Series and cover story, our editors share how seven convention centers are responding to the challenge by experimenting with new models — and doubling dow

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Asynchronous Hybrid Events: A Step Towards Community Model?

Endless Events

Chances are you’ve heard of asynchronous communication or learning before; the type of communication where participants don’t interact in real-time (at the same time). In the case of learning, that means that the teacher delivers content, while the student learns at their own leisure. It seems that the asynchronous communication trend has also started making waves in the meeting and events industry , namely as asynchronous hybrid events.

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Business Events Industry Focus Is Shifting Back to the Future

Smart Meetings

We hear it repeatedly: business is back, events are happening, Zoom fatigue is real…but the reality is, events are not only happening, they’re happening safely. The recent celebration of Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) provided our industry with an opportunity to step back from the chaos of the last two years and assess not only where we have been, but where we are going.

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The New Look of Event Industry Training

Skift Meetings

Over the past two years, many event professionals have reskilled themselves to meet market needs. As a result, industry training has had to adapt by implementing new educational offerings. The Covid pandemic served as a major disruptor of the events industry, prompting widespread restrictions on in-person gatherings across the globe. As a result, event professionals […].

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TSE Spotlight: Enchanting Evening Events

Special Events

Every evening features a different venue and event theme, all developed to bring you the latest trends in a setting that also grants you the time and space to connect with friends, peers, and colleagues.

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What it’s like to fly in Delta One Suite

Business Traveler USA

During the past two years, many airlines scaled back their international flight schedules, and travelers missed the opportunity to experience the world’s flagship business class products. For those lucky enough to travel, service had generally been downscaled by pandemic restrictions. Now that travel is rebounding, however, premium cabins are returning to a level of quality that had been put on hold.

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Take it Outside: 5 Incredible Outdoor Venues in Greater Palm Springs

Convene by PCMA

Few things are as consistently inspiring as the great outdoors—and Greater Palm Springs has plenty to go around. Surrounded by four different mountain ranges and blanketed by 300-plus days of sunshine per year, the area encompasses nine unique cities and towns, all easily accessible from the breezy Palm Springs International Airport. Whether you’re looking for something outside the ordinary for your next event or an outdoor location that can easily accommodate a large crowd, Greater Palm S

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3 Steps To Finding, Pitching, & Keeping Event Sponsors

Endless Events

Event sponsors are often crucial contributors to event budgets and therefore highly affect the overall attendee experience and the overall success of the event. However, event planners still struggle to secure long-lasting relationships with event sponsors. Finding, pitching, and keeping event sponsors is not a gamble – it’s a process that event planners need to carefully prepare for.

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How World of Concrete Pioneered the Return to Big Conventions

Smart Meetings

One of the first big conventions to return anywhere in the world after the Covid pause was Informa Market’s World of Concrete show in June 2021 at the expanded Las Vegas Convention Center. Six months later, almost 37,000 construction and masonry professionals returned to their normal slot in January of 2022. The show took over 632,000 sq. ft. in the still shiny space to learn about new equipment, techniques and trends from more than 1,100 vendors.

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Why World’s Best Connectors Trusts Eventbrite Boost for C-Suite Conferences and Marketing

Eventbrite

Forget stifling convention centers and rubbery chicken. When you attend a networking conference by World’s Best Connectors, CEO Denise Meredith guarantees you’ll leave with the three Rs: resources, references, and referrals. “Growing up, I remember reading, writing, arithmetic,” says Meredith. “Now if you’re a business owner coming to one of our events, you’re going to […].

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Four Steps to Stronger Sales in 2022 & Beyond

Special Events

Sales have always been an integral part of a successful business, but the pandemic has created a defining moment that sets great salespeople apart from the rest. No longer is it a simple matter of speaking to benefits and touting accolades to win a sale; instead, customers expect a deeper relationship when investing significant time and money into a company.

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Ideas to Furnish and Design Your Events Around Every Season

Cort

One of the exciting things about the changing seasons is the opportunity to express your creativity in different ways throughout the year. Whether this is with new clothing, interior and exterior decor, or in your event design there are a variety of ways to make every season special in its own way. . As an event planner, you’re in a unique position to provide attendees with an experience that’s not limited to the season we’re in.

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Welcome to OKC: Four Ways We’re Enhancing Visitor Experience

Convene by PCMA

Given the recent $87 million terminal expansion at Will Rogers World Airport, the Oklahoma City CVB is adding opportunities for meeting planners to greet visitors using messages that align with event themes. When designing engaging meetings, attendees love a cohesive experience as soon as they arrive at a destination. The inspiring attractions and all-new venues of Oklahoma City may be the perfect draw for your team, but local insight and resources can help ensure your plans include customized d

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Brace Yourselves: Inflation & Recession Are Coming To The Events Industry

Endless Events

The whole world is talking about it, including the Brew Crew: inflation and recession are on the horizon – yet again. In certain industries, it has fully arrived. But since the events industry is so interconnected with the rest of the economy, event profs are also starting to feel the effects of rising costs and labor shortages. We cannot help but wonder and worry: are events going to survive?

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10 Safest Places to Travel in 2022

Smart Meetings

In today’s events climate, safety is a top-of-the-list issue for planners, especially those who regularly organize international gatherings. Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection , the North American-based travel insurance company, released its annual “ Safest Places to Travel 2022 ” list just before the start of this year, detailed in a report by market researcher Kit Kiefer.

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Pride Month Event Ideas from Around the Globe

Eventbrite

Cities like São Paulo, Amsterdam, and San Francisco have become famous for their annual Pride Parades, which are filled with music, dancing, and rainbow flags. But revelry isn’t the only way for LGBTQ+ folks and allies to celebrate — there are all kinds of fun ways to weave the history and significance of pride into […].

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A Toast to Tinseltown

Special Events

As we pack our bags for sunny Southern California (The Special Event is May 2–5 at the Anaheim Convention Center), here are a few tasty libations to get you in the mood.

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Philadelphia Mask Mandate Comes with a Caveat for Conventions

MeetingsNet

Two large medical shows are using the Pennsylvania Convention Center within the next month, but requiring proof of vaccination would relieve them of enforcing a renewed mask mandate within their own space. Last week’s announcement by the Philadelphia Health Commissioner Cheryl Bettigole that, effective April 18, masks must be worn in hotels, restaurants, shops, and other indoor public places, will likely affect two conventions and exhibitions as well as other public events coming to the Pennsylv

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Cambridge: The Smart Choice for Meetings

Convene by PCMA

Historic Cambridge combines cutting-edge innovation with centuries-old charm. Groups meeting in Cambridge, Massachusetts, get the best of both worlds. Attendees are surrounded by history, in a city first settled nearly 400 years ago, yet in the heart of cutting-edge innovation. Home to two of the world’s top universities—Harvard and MIT—Cambridge attracts groundbreaking pioneers in technology, life sciences and more.

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