Social Tables

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

When you’re on site for an event, you never know what might happen, because despite months and months of meetings, plans and timelines, some unknown thing will inevitably pop up that you didn’t even dream you needed to prepare for. But could you have? . Trust us. Having these items around could come in handy in a pinch. Click To Tweet. We’ve all learned to jump over the hurdles and land on our feet (while looking flawless we might add) but over the years of producing event after event, we’ve als

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

What are purposeful meetings, and how can we create and deliver more of them? What are purposeful meetings, and how can we create and deliver more of them? Carina Bauer, CEO, IMEX Group has five ideas to get your wheels turning. read more.

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Conferences that Work

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

When you need professional help, how do you select the best professionals? Countless experts — such as accountants, plumbers, doctors, lawyers, and meeting planners — will take your money in exchange for advice or services. So, when it’s time to minimize your taxes, modernize the bathroom, diagnose that stabbing stomach pain, draft a complex contract, or organize multiple regional conferences — in short, get help with something you can’t do yourself — how do you choose great help?

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MeetingPool

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

Events, conferences, and trade shows often have two things in common: a fast-paced atmosphere and the potential to generate leads. And while that first thing can make the occasion fun, exciting, and memorable, it is that second point that really brings the value many attendees and participants are counting on. But finding mechanisms to ensure […].

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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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Crowdriff

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

Having a world of information at our fingertips has changed the way travelers think about, research, and book vacations. So how can you as a DMO keep up with this shift? It’s time to pay attention to micro-moments. What is a micro-moment? Micro-moments are spontaneous moments of inspiration when consumers are looking for the answers they need in order to take some specific action.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 19, 2017

The post Flight Centre MICE division wins £3.8m in new business appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Flight Centre Travel Group’s global MICE division, cievents, has experienced exceptional growth in the UK over the last six months, winning £3.8 million in new business. New projects include a £1.4 million 1200-delegate, four-day conference to Rome for a leading online gaming and entertainment company; delivery of a major fashion retail conference, fashion show and gala awards

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

Hannah Kinnersley. Make your speaker part of your marketing and education campaigns. Savvy meeting planners are asking speakers for additional activities before, during, and after the event to make sure their attendees get the full benefit of the speaker’s knowledge and enjoy a more memorable event. read more.

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Conferences that Work

FEBRUARY 20, 2017

On my daily vacation walk to Island Harbour, I hear singing. As I turn the corner onto Rose Hill Road, the sound swells. It’s 7:30 am, but the morning service at St. Andrew’s Anglican Church is in full swing and, as I pass, a familiar hymn from my youth washes over me, sung by a hundred enthusiastic voices. And yes, I admit it, during the second day of my vacation while enjoying the harmonies I hear, I’m jolted to think about religious meeting design….

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MeetingPool

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

With today’s technology, it is increasingly important to have multiple ways to achieve the same result anytime and anywhere, and floor-planning tools for meetings, events, and conventions are no exception. The average space designer is constantly changing locations within a travel-filled life. Not only do they require tools that complete the tasks, but can also […].

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Crowdriff

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

As a DMO, you always make an effort to update the information on your site, so that everything is fresh and relevant. But what sometimes gets overlooked is the visual information you’re conveying. Consumers today are visual decision makers. Visuals make an impression even before they’ve had a chance to read what’s on a web page. Keeping outdated visuals on your website is like wearing a 70s jumpsuit to give a presentation in 2017.

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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.

Memory Makers

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

If you are like me, you use LinkedIn to connect with business associates and other contacts around the country or even the globe. However, there can be a downside when you receive all the annoying unsolicited emails and spam sent by those who found your profile. Did you know that LinkedIn places cookies on your profile and shares your information with third parties (worldwide)?

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Social Tables

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

More often than not, food is the main attraction for event attendance. In an age where consumers shop their values , it’s ever-important to put your money where your mouth is around local sourcing for your next event. Today’s event attendee is looking for a unique perspective on the culture and creations of a city’s emerging maker community. Fortunately, we’ve got your back.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

Who is apropos for your podium this year? To protect, update, and motivate your organization, the in-demand speakers for 2017 will be those who can shed light on the new administration, the changing workforce, and growing risks both online and globally. read more.

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Conferences that Work

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

My mentor Jerry Weinberg , consultant extraordinaire, has written an excellent list of reasons to leave a job. In my career, I have left jobs when: The job I was hired to do was finished. The job I was hired to do could not be finished. The job I was hired to do would be finished just fine without me. I was not able to do the job I was hired to do. The job I was hired to do wasn’t worth doing.

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MeetingPool

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

LinkedIn has become one of the most important social tools for event and meetings professionals, especially for networking and making new connections. However, the social network allows for more than just connecting to other professionals and passing along your resume. LinkedIn is quickly growing into a more functional environment where users can share thought leadership […].

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Crowdriff

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

Today we’re happy to announce an exciting new organizational system for the new CrowdRiff platform, that will let you sort and manage all your visuals even better than before. Albums and Folders: an easy way to sort through your photos. Find a photo you like? Throw it in an album! Very soon, you’ll be able to sort your photos into any number of albums, based on any theme or use case.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

The post Crowne Plaza revamps MICE space in Queenstown appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The Atrium pre-function area. IHG has upgraded the conference and banqueting facilities at the Crowne Plaza Queenstown. The half-a-million-dollar refurbishment has covered all of the New Zealand hotel’s function rooms, including Crowne I, Crowne II, Crowne III and the boardroom, as well as the pre- and post-function area, The Atrium.

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Social Tables

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

Think about the characteristics great events have in common: flawless logistics, powerful communication, rich agenda, empowering experiences, and efficient websites. . Now take this list and cross off the thing you believe it requires the least amount of time and effort. Let me guess. Your choice is: efficient websites. Usually, you pick a good platform or app, introduce the data, customize the modules, click publish, and … ta-da, you have an event site!

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

While moving out of the ballroom and into venues you may not have considered in the past can provide a “wow” experience, it’s essential that the space will promote your event’s objectives. read more.

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Conferences that Work

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Two important truths from Stephen Jenkinson : “…it’s the awareness of death — and not happiness or positivity or stoicism — that allows us to live fully in the time that we have.” —Stephen Jenkinson in the 2008 documentary Griefwalker. and. “…live your life as someone who has an enduring obligation to that which has kept you alive.” —Stephen Jenkinson, in an interview in The Sun, August 2015.

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MeetingPool

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

Event organizers are always on the lookout for technology that can help them improve the experience of those in attendance. While the addition of interactive content stations, digital smart walls, and QR-codes are still highly desirable features, those planning for the events of tomorrow know they need to branch out. And, one of the newer […].

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Memory Makers

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

Recently I have encountered brides and grooms, graduates and others in their late teens and early twenties who look like adults and want to be treated as adults but emotionally and socially are stuck in middle school. Could this be you or your child? If so, how do you help them (or you) change your (their) attitude and actions from those of a 12 year old?

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BizBash

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

It’s not everyday that you read about one of your longtime heroes, the Federal Acquisition Regulations (“FAR”), losing some of its mojo. The Nash & Cibinic Report read as follows: “The FAR: Does It Have Contractual Force and Effect?” According to the article, there remains some confusion about the application of the FAR based upon the recent decision in Lockheed Martin Integrated Systems, Inc. , ASBCA 59508 (Dec. 16, 2016).

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Social Tables

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

There is no question that referrals are an essential part of any successful event planning business. While advertising, social media, and marketing are all extremely valuable assets, boosting your referral business could be the solution for taking your company to the next level. From Amazon comments to Yelp reviews, today’s millennials want to see that third-party recognition before taking the plunge to try something new.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

Today’s planners need to know how to effectively anticipate, assess, and address potential security concerns from hostage situations to natural disasters. read more.

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Crowdriff

FEBRUARY 10, 2017

Travelers today don’t want to travel like tourists. Some don’t just want to visit the landmarks that everyone goes to see — they want personalized experiences too. They want to explore different neighborhoods, wander the streets, and experience a destination through the eyes of a local. A DMO’s neighborhood guide can help travelers do just that.

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MeetingPool

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

Event organizers are always on the lookout for technology that can help them improve the experience of those in attendance. While the addition of interactive content stations, digital smart walls, and QR-codes are still highly desirable features, those planning for the events of tomorrow know they need to branch out. And, one of the newer […].

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

They may not be new, but if these catchwords and terms were Ferraris, we’d all be driving to meetings in style this year. read more.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 24, 2017

A recent Cornell University study gives the real scoop on hotel guests feel about free Wi-Fi, bottled water, and fitness centers. read more.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

Hannah Kinnersley. There’s more to picking a speaker than getting the topic right. It’s about creating an emotional connection. read more.

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MeetingPool

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

With today’s technology, it is increasingly important to have multiple ways to achieve the same result anytime and anywhere, and floor-planning tools for meetings, events, and conventions are no exception. The average space designer is constantly changing locations within a travel-filled life. Not only do they require tools that complete the tasks, but can also […].

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

Before you even start talking concessions and clauses, take a step back and make sure you have these negotiation basics covered. read more.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

Whether you know they exist or not, these variables can be negotiating tipping points. read more.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

The event industry can have a huge positive impact in creating a more peaceful world, from local economic impacts to inspiring positive behavior change. read more.

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MeetingPool

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

Happy Groundhog Day! Groundhog day is a pretty interesting American and Canadian holiday (to say the least). It began as a custom of the German community in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania in 1887. On Candlemas, people would gather together early before sunrise in order to watch for a groundhog to emerge from its burrow. According to the […].

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