Sat.Dec 12, 2020 - Fri.Dec 18, 2020

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Do We Even Need In-Person Events? Let’s Discuss!

Endless Events

Yes, we’re finally asking the million-dollar question: do we even need in-person events anymore? And no, the Brew Crew isn’t trying to trigger anyone here. But rather, they’re interested in starting up a conversation about the challenges we are facing as an industry. And arguably one of the biggest is trying to convince people as to why spending so much money on live events is still worth it.

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#RotterdamExperiment 1 – How global transformation in technology, organisations and values will impact the future of events

The MICE Blog

To explore the future of the events industry and help event planners prepare for what it holds for the global events industry, Rotterdam Partners Convention Bureau has launched a new series of hybrid events called The Rotterdam Experiment , which comprises seven ‘experiments’ that will take place on a bi-monthly basis, and each edition will cover a new topic.

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A Guide to Offboarding Your Clients

Special Events

There’s always a lot of hype surrounding the onboarding process and how to welcome new clients into your brand experience effectively yet, there is not as much attention given to offboarding, even though how you leave them is just as important as how you bring them on.

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A Merger of Meeting-Job Search Services

MeetingsNet

The newly expanded company will handle placements for full-time jobs in addition to contract work. Meetingjobs, a meetings-industry job board and placement service, has announced a merger with Cadre, an online marketplace where organizations can contract event-industry freelancers. Over the last 30 years, Dawn Penfold’s job board has been a resource for planners looking for their next opportunity.

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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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Vibe Interactive Whiteboard: Your New Ally For Amazing Events!

Endless Events

Here at Endless, we’re always looking for cool and innovative ways to improve events. Our team just loves all things technology! And as a state of the art production company, we make a point to stay up to date with the latest trends. So today, we have something new to introduce to you. Vibe is one of our incredible partners, bringing collaboration to the forefront through digitalization and smart software.

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MeetingPlay's Newest Virtual Features

Stova

Our virtual platform continues to bring the most advanced technology, backed with AI, to the forefront of the event industry with capabilities that suit the needs of events, big and small. As we continue to create and update our technology, we will bring you along with us with new release updates, just for you.

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12 Perfect Holiday Cocktail Recipes to Toast the End of 2020

Just Right Destination Management

I don’t know about you, but 2020 has had our team hunting for the absolute best holiday cocktail recipes to toast the approaching new year. I’m pretty sure all of my friends in the events industry (and in general) are glad to see 2020 on its way out! What better way to end the craziness of this year than with a delicious celebratory cocktail, am I right?

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When trio share works better than pair share

Conferences that Work

One of the best and simplest ways to build active learning and connection into any meeting is to regularly use pair share. (See Chapter 38 of The Power of Participation , or Chapter 27 of Event Crowdsourcing for full details.) I’ve recently noticed that in some circumstances, trio share — pair share but with three participants — works better. Advantages of pair share.

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Keep Your Employees Engaged & Aligned While Working Anywhere

ITA Group

Keep Your Employees Engaged & Aligned While Working Anywhere. Over the past decade, rapid digital transformation has enabled organizations to reimagine the employee experience. And yet, it took a pandemic to truly accelerate improvements to employee experience programs around the world and transform the way most people work day to day. A year ago, most companies had co-located employees in large cities and their workforce was comprised of local talent that commuted to the office every day.

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22 Positive Predictions for 2021, part 3

Special Events

Ready to kick 2020 to the curb? So are we! Let’s start by sending some good karma into the new year with these heartfelt stories from your peers about how they learned from the hardships of this year and plan to make next year their best one yet.

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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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ITB China to host two events in Beijing and Shanghai

Travel Daily Media

The post ITB China to host two events in Beijing and Shanghai appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Following the successful premiere of the ITB China Industry Meetup Events in 2020, and traveller confidence recovering swiftly in China, the ITB China organisers have announced plans to launch an ITB China Special Edition in 2021. The two-day business event will make its debut in Beijing from 7-8 May 2021, to deliver an innovative showcase for business exchanges while providing a

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Hello! Florida and Talk of The Town Help Fund Future Field Trips

Hello DMC

Although this year has been difficult for the events industry and the world overall, it’s great to be able to celebrate achievements and milestones that will ultimately help us return to normal. For several years, Hello! Florida and Talk of the Town Restaurant Group (TOTT) have partnered for the “Round Up for Charity” program, which raises much-needed funds for Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) children and the Hello!

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Don't Make These 3 Event Audience Engagement Mistakes

ITA Group

Don't Make These 3 Event Audience Engagement Mistakes. Ask any event marketer about audience engagement and you’ll hear the same thing: putting together an engaging conference, product launch or incentive trip is hard work. You can have all the right speakers, a meticulous agenda and an incredible event venue—but it all falls flat if you’re not using the right tactics to get and keep your audience’s attention.

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Elevating Your Standards as a Venue

Special Events

High standards manifest in many forms and venues must ensure all of their boxes are checked to guarantee a safe and seamless experience for their clients.

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Mind, Body & Spirit: Why Travel Is Important For Your Well-Being

Incentive Meeting Services

If you’re looking for an excuse to take a vacation, you’ve come to the right place! It’s no news that traveling is good for your physical well-being, however many people don’t realize it’s beneficial to your mental and e.

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Meet the AIME Team: Szilvia Horkai

AIME

Over the last few months, the AIME team have been giving you all a little insight into their lives behind the “screens” at home. We may have taken a break for a while, but we have a new team member … The post Meet the AIME Team: Szilvia Horkai appeared first on AIME.

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How to Improve Your Online Event with Digital Experience Rooms

Eventtia

Remember how live events used to be packed full of experiential activities? Well, so too can online events.

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An Open Letter From CORT Events

Special Events

Needless to say, it’s been an extraordinarily challenging year. Some have found this year to be the perfect canvas for reflection and growth, but most have found it to be the source of the most severe personal and professional struggles in their lifetime. And for others - it’s been both!

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Yoga Vs. Pilates - Which Is Right For You?

Incentive Meeting Services

When it comes to low-intensity, meditative exercises, people's minds usually gravitate towards either yoga or Pilates. While many people use the terms interchangeably, due to their similarity in practicing and intent, th.

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Best Speaker Kits: The Audio Edit!

Endless Events

You asked and the Event Tech Podcast delivered – it’s time to talk about the best speaker kits! Because now that we’re several months into the pandemic and, consequently, the world of virtual events, there can’t be any more excuses. We had the time to learn. And we had the time to put into that sweet research in order to get acquainted with the technology available.

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Road Trip Touring: 6 Quick Win Destination Marketing Tips

Tourism eSchool

Home. Road Trip Touring: 6 Quick Win Destination Marketing Tips. By Rebecca White. Published on December 15, 2020. Road trip touring is booming. Thanks to international border closures and the risk of swift border closures to covid hot-spot flare ups (as we saw in November 2020) people are turning to the last-minute simplicity and social-distancing friendly option of jumping in the car for future trips.

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Who's News in Special Events for December 17, 2020

Special Events

Special events business news

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Unique Spa Treatments Around the World

Incentive Meeting Services

One of the most thought-of aspects of the health and wellness industry is the spa. Going to the spa is a common way people relax and rejuvenate after stressful events. While most people think of spa treatments as massage.

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Easy Button on Planning

Achieve Incentives

Planning one domestic meeting for ten people can be just as consuming as planning an international incentive trip for one thousand people. It requires endless attention to detail, multiple systems and software programs, and intimate knowledge of a destination’s customs, laws, and tax structures. If you often find yourself juggling multiple priorities on top of leading all of the planning for a group trip, you are likely asking yourself, “how will I get all of this done?”.

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Wellness In A COVID World

Incentive Meeting Services

Over the last few years, the wellness industry has been growing rapidly, with natural skincare products, yoga and workout clothes taking over our vanities, calendars, and wardrobes. Exercise classes are filling up, beaut.