Sat.Oct 01, 2016 - Fri.Oct 07, 2016

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How to Create a General Session Timeline

MeetingsNet

By Hal Schild, Senior Vice President, Creative Services, PCI. The key to creating a successful annual meeting general session is paying attention to the four basic production phases. read more.

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Three Networking Gadgets That Are Transforming the Event Industry

MeetingPool

The event industry has experienced a whirlwind of changes and improvements over the past decade. And, with unique technologies like virtual reality and robots becoming a part of the event landscape, that’s a trend that you can count on to continue. Loopd, Poken, and Limefy are three companies that have taken note of the desire […].

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Event & Wedding Trends: Warehouse Venues

Social Tables

This past year I’ve noticed a lot of great event trends , but one of my favorites, by far, is the increase in popularity of warehouse venues. For years, people have been hosting underground secret parties in hip warehouse spaces and abandoned buildings. But this year we’ve seen the concept move mainstream. Warehouse spaces are being used for all types of events, from dinner parties to music performances; and most notably, weddings!

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How to Get Board Approval for a Visual Marketing Platform

Crowdriff

We’ve been to a lot of tourism conferences. We’ve talked to a lot of destination marketers and tourism brands. And something that we keep hearing is this: I want to do more , but with the same budget. That’s why it can be difficult choosing which tools are worth the investment, and give you enough value to justify it in your marketing budget. And after accomplishing that, you’ve got to convince the rest of your Board too.

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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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16 Things to Know About DMOs and DMCs

MeetingsNet

A couple of experts untangled the DMO/CVB/ DMC relationship during a recent webinar sponsored by empowerMINT, the online information tool from Destination Marketing Association International. read more.

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Event Planning on a Spreadsheet? Then You Need Airtable [Review]

MeetingPool

Every event coordinator knows that organization is the key to success. While the spreadsheet has been the go-to option for many, it lacks the ability to manage feature rich content. However, creating a new database for every event is not a plausible solution, until now. Meet Airtable, the spreadsheet with the power of a relational […].

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See an Inspired Tabletop Design That Used 80 Dozen Eggs

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4 Reasons You Should Prepare to Celebrate the Return of the Buyer's Market

MeetingsNet

If meeting booking and corporate contract rate predictions pan out, 2017 may be a very good year for meeting planner hotel negotiations. read more.

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Music Monday: Say You Won’t Let Go by James Arthur

MeetingPool

New in the UK charts comes James Arthur’s new single ‘Say You Won’t Let Go’ James Arthur hit the UK music industry after winning X Factor 2012 and after a sell out number one hit ‘Impossible’ he was unfortunately dropped by the Syco record label due to behavioral issues. Fast forward four years and James Arthur seems […].

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How to Study for the Certified Meeting Professional Exam

Social Tables

This blog written exclusively for Social Tables by Vanessa LaClair , CMP, Event and Social Media Marketing Specialist for the Independent Power Producers of New York, Inc. Study and exam preparation tips from those who have been where you are! Just about a year and a half ago, I posted a blog on the personal and professional journey of gaining the CMP designation.

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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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2016 Holiday Handbook: 8 Ideas for In-Office Parties

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6 Ways Meeting Planners Can Get More Value from Their Speakers

MeetingsNet

A professional speaker offers tips on how planners can optimize the experience for both speakers and attendees. read more.

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What’s the best learning model for conference sessions?

Conferences that Work

We don’t usually think about the learning models we employ during conference sessions, and I believe our events would be better if we did. Conventional conferences assume a ready supply of experts to whom we listen while they cover the learning that has been advertised at their sessions. Here’s how Jeff Hurt describes this approach, which he calls surface learning , contrasting it with deep learning where attendees discover through exploratory activity: Content Covered Or Discover

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Speed Networking at Your Next Conference

Social Tables

While I am not a big fan of hosted speed networking events on their own, I am a strong believer in integrating speed networking concepts with corporate conference activities. No matter how many hands are shaken at conferences, there will always be a little uneasy about approaching strangers. By offering speed networking as part of your conference program, you eliminate this barrier.

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2016 Holiday Handbook: 9 Festive Ideas for Cocktail Parties

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4 Reasons You Should Prepared to Celebrate the Return of the Buyer's Market

MeetingsNet

If meeting booking and corporate contract rate predictions pan out, 2017 may be a very good year for meeting planner hotel negotiations. read more.

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Two Planners Share the Love With Back-of-House Staff

MeetingsNet

Your meeting success is totally dependent on them, but when’s the last time you stopped to thank (let alone celebrate) your meeting hotel’s back-of-house staff? read more.

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London: A Fall for the Pound Means a Jump for International Bookings

MeetingsNet

As many predicted, the post-Brexit decline in the pound’s value relative to the dollar has resulted in a jump in London hotel inquiries from the U.S. read more.

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Event & Wedding Trends: Warehouse Venues

Social Tables

This past year I’ve noticed a lot of great event trends , but one of my favorites, by far, is the increase in popularity of warehouse venues. For years, people have been hosting underground secret parties in hip warehouse spaces and abandoned buildings. But this year we’ve seen the concept move mainstream. Warehouse spaces are being used for all types of events, from dinner parties to music performances; and most notably, weddings!

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How to Study for the Certified Meeting Professional Exam

Social Tables

This blog written exclusively for Social Tables by Vanessa LaClair , CMP, Event and Social Media Marketing Specialist for the Independent Power Producers of New York, Inc. Study and exam preparation tips from those who have been where you are! Just about a year and a half ago, I posted a blog on the personal and professional journey of gaining the CMP designation.

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Top 5 Event Planners: New Orleans

Social Tables

The Vega Group. At the Vega Group, their mission is to act as a marketing partner through the mediums of launch events, branding and special events. They have large business experience, planning for AT&T, Samsung and Visa. Clandestine Events. Specializing in small to mid-size events, Clandestine focuses on including that New Orleans charm into each unique event.

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Top 5 Event Planners: New Orleans

Social Tables

The Vega Group. At the Vega Group, their mission is to act as a marketing partner through the mediums of launch events, branding and special events. They have large business experience, planning for AT&T, Samsung and Visa. Clandestine Events. Specializing in small to mid-size events, Clandestine focuses on including that New Orleans charm into each unique event.

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Know Your Meeting’s Soft Cyber Underbelly

MeetingsNet

How staff, attendees, speakers, and vendors can make an association vulnerable to a cyber attack. read more.

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London: Where Exchange Rates Go, International Bookings Follow

MeetingsNet

As many predicted, the post-Brexit decline in the pound’s value relative to the dollar has resulted in a jump in London hotel inquiries from the U.S. read more.

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2016 Holiday Handbook: 9 Ideas for a Blow-Out Bash

BizBash

Employees, clients, and guests can end the year in style with these elaborate big-budget event ideas—from bowling and ping-pong match-ups.

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2016 Holiday Handbook: 9 Ideas for a Blow-Out Bash

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4 Types of Augmented Reality for Events

BizBash

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See Who's Speaking at BizBash Live: The Expo New York 2016

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BizBash C.E.O. David Adler: The Event Industry Is Booming—Are You Ready to Grow With It?

BizBash

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2016 Holiday Handbook: 8 Ideas for In-Office Parties

BizBash

Companies that want to forgo a big, pricey holiday party can plan a workspace celebration that's just as festive. From.

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2016 Holiday Handbook: 9 Festive Ideas for Cocktail Parties

BizBash

To keep the holiday spirits high, companies might want to consider hosting a cocktail party where guests can mingle in.

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Why Jack Daniel's Hauled a Half-Ton Safe to New York

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Why Microsoft Took Conference Guests Camping

BizBash

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Q&A: Catching Up With Designer Preston Bailey

BizBash

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10 Best Ideas of the Week: Mechanical Chicken Bingo, a Custom Barrel-Making Station, Waffle Cone S'mores

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