Endless Events
MARCH 21, 2022
Now and then, the Event Tech Podcast reviews a certain product or service. This week, Brandt and Endless Events’ Kyle Kocinski do a case study on Remo , one of the top 22 event platforms to use in 2022. The competition among event platforms is stiff these days, so event planners must understand what makes a certain platform stand out from the rest.
Smart Meetings
MARCH 23, 2022
“Take a step back, take a minute and realize that you didn’t just survive through the pandemic; you actually thrived, and awareness of your value and the value of what we all do is at an all-time high,” spoke Emily Scheiderer, director of education, sales and services at Destinations International, during last week’s Smart Chat Live! webinar, “The RFP of the Future.”.
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Conferences that Work
MARCH 21, 2022
Earlier this month, the folks at Gatherly kindly invited me to host an event of my choosing for their clients and potential users. I decided to facilitate an online workshop in Gatherly that took full advantage of the platform. This coming June will mark my 30th year of designing and facilitating participant-driven and participation-rich meetings. So I designed the workshop as an “ Ask Adrian Anything ” about meeting design and facilitation.
Special Events
MARCH 21, 2022
In this issue: Cali Here We Come, the 2022 Gala Award nominees; Q&A with Catersource + The Special Event keynote Christina Matteucci; Soirees in the Sand; and the 17th Annual DMC Spotlight.
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
Endless Events
MARCH 24, 2022
Thanks to an absolute boom of event technology solutions , event planners can now craft data-based event strategies and measure their event success better than ever before. First, planners define their event goals – what they want to achieve with this event – and break them down into measurable event KPIs. Event KPIs (key performance indicators) therefore directly drive event ROI and inform how successful was the event.
Smart Meetings
MARCH 22, 2022
In the world of destination events, we often conduct whirlwind site inspections to scope out a new city or country, inspect our top hotel candidates, and experience every possible component of our future event there. Sites are typically fly-in, fly-out and, if we are lucky, we squeeze two or three nights in to accomplish oh-so-much. On the opposite side of the spectrum, there is the “slow travel” movement where it’s all about meaningful immersion and taking our time to authentically learn about
MICE Travel Today brings together the best content for MICE professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Convene by PCMA
MARCH 24, 2022
Offering transcripts of online events is “a good thing to do and one can argue it’s fast becoming essential,” said one member of PCMA’s Catalyst community. PCMA’s Catalyst community offers members a platform to ask each other questions, share ideas, or, as the website says, “communicate and collaborate.” Here’s a sampling from a recent Catalyst discussion.
Eventbrite
MARCH 24, 2022
Sponsorship is a multi-billion dollar industry, and its annual growth has surpassed advertising and other forms of marketing, including public relations, direct marketing, and promotions. Historically, event sponsorship has been transaction-based, where events like yours would identify generic forms of exposure — like tickets, trade show booths, and logo placements — for brands to sponsor, then sell […].
Smart Meetings
MARCH 23, 2022
Marriott International is moving into wild new territory. In partnership with Baraka Lodges LTD., the international hospitality brand will open JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge in the National Reserve of Narok, Kenya, an African wildlife conservation and wilderness regions. The retreat is slated to open in 2023. “As a brand rooted in mindfulness, we cannot think of a more perfect retreat for the mind, body, and soul than the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya,” said Bruce Rohr, JW Marr
EHL Insights
MARCH 20, 2022
The global medical spa market was valued at US$11.1 billion in 2017, and is projected to reach US$27.6 billion by 2025, which implies a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.2% over the period, according to a report published by Allied Market Research, titled, "Medical Spa Market by Service: Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2017-2025.".
The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.
Convene by PCMA
MARCH 23, 2022
Downtown Las Vegas is having a bit of a renaissance. Case in point: The brand-new Circa Resort & Casino. As the first ground-up hotel built in downtown since the 1980s—and the first adults-only resort in the city—Circa brings all the glamour and style of vintage Vegas well into the modern era. It’s time to think outside the Strip and show your attendees a different side of this beloved meeting destination.
Eventbrite
MARCH 23, 2022
Mother’s Day is on May 8th, and after the past couple of pandemic years, we could all use an excuse to make a fuss over Mom. For a while, having everyone in the same venue was but a distant memory. But this isn’t the case anymore, with in-person events making a comeback in 2022. As […].
Fox World Travel
MARCH 22, 2022
There are so many ways to explore Europe. Whether you are seeking a guided group tour, a river cruise, an ocean cruise or opting for self-guided traveling – we have options to satisfy your wanderlust travels throughout Europe. RIVER CRUISES If you seek European exploration while only needing to unpack your bag once, then a […]. The post European Travel Your Way appeared first on Fox World Travel.
Skift Meetings
MARCH 24, 2022
When designing experiential elements for micro-events, looks matter. By choosing a visually distinct venue, planners can enhance their micro-event content, theme, and overall experience. Most event professionals have heard of micro-events, and some have even hosted a few. Because of their smaller size, with between 10 to 100 participants, these events emphasize hyper-focused experience […].
Convene by PCMA
MARCH 23, 2022
Photo Credit: The Square. With beautiful year-round weather and 47 miles of beaches on Florida’s southeastern coast, it’s easy to see the draw of The Palm Beaches. Whether it’s an intimate team-building event or a large-scale, industry-wide convention, this vibrant destination has plenty of options and amenities for meetings of every style, size, and budget.
ITA Group
MARCH 22, 2022
Culture: The Heart of a Successful Healthcare Organization. Want to know why organizational culture is so important, especially in healthcare? Two words: stress and retention. This is probably not a surprise as stress and its consequences have been front of mind in the pandemic world. For example, a recent search of Google news for “stress in the workplace” yielded: How to Reduce Your Stress Levels at Work.
Eventbrite
MARCH 25, 2022
Your speakers and panelists are arguably the most important part of your conference. Here’s where to find them.
Skift Meetings
MARCH 22, 2022
The UK is moving forward with its Protect Duty legislation, a new set of rules requiring venues to assess and address the risk of terrorist attacks. What will these changes mean for the UK’s event industry? In 2017, Figen Murray’s son, Martyn Hett, was killed in the Manchester (UK) Arena Terrorist attack. Tragically, 22 people […]. The post Years-Long Campaign to Protect UK Events from Terrorism Leads to New Laws by Paul Cook appeared first on [link].
Convene by PCMA
MARCH 23, 2022
Year-round sunny weather, world-renowned dining and entertainment, state-of-the-art convention facilities—there are plenty of reasons that make Las Vegas a perennial favorite for meeting planners and attendees alike. Here are the top 5: 1. Accommodations. With approximately 150,000 rooms available throughout the destination, Las Vegas offers the best group value proposition in the world.
Special Events
MARCH 20, 2022
Don't miss your chance to see Terrica during Catersource + The Special Event
Travel Daily News
MARCH 20, 2022
The first thing you have to do is research your destination and some specifics about the country. You should learn about the business culture but also the general culture of the people there.
EHL Insights
MARCH 21, 2022
What IT tools and platforms does the hotel of the future require? What might be the technology competencies of future hotel general managers? This imaginary interview between EHL professor Ian Millar and BOSC6 student Kelly Sebastianutto propels us into a top London hotel in 2030 where Kelly is the newly-appointed General Manager.
Convene by PCMA
MARCH 24, 2022
Each year the SXSW experience brings attendees surprise, delight, creativity, and fun — not to mention music and provocative discussions. (Aaron Rogosin/SXSW). “A version of the SX model is within reach for nearly every event.” — Beth Surmont. For a long time, I have looked at SX (“Southby”) as a source of innovative ideas for all kinds of other events.
DCI
MARCH 24, 2022
Brainstorming and developing a new content campaign for your destination is exciting and invigorating, but oftentimes it falls flat if the wording doesn’t quite hit the mark. It’s the equivalent of a Pinterest fail for bakers and crafters. You imagined it so much better than it came out, unfortunately. Contracting a travel writer, however, can be the small change that takes your destination’s content campaign from meh to wow overnight.
Eventbrite
MARCH 22, 2022
To win quality sponsors that invest more dollars in your event, you’ll need to write a compelling sponsorship proposal.
EHL Insights
MARCH 25, 2022
Maybe you are not involved in gaming and do not use virtual reality, and thus you think that the Metaverse is irrelevant for your business. Should you dismiss it completely? Maybe not. After all, most if not all of the major trends impact businesses sooner or later. It is already a necessity for companies to have a well thought digital strategy and to look for opportunities to maximize the business’s digital presence.
Convene by PCMA
MARCH 21, 2022
Invite attendees to take their pick of color-coded coffee cups custom-printed with a one-word topic to help spark conversation with other like-minded attendees. Back in 2018, the Nordic Business Forum, a conference that brings together more than 7,500 attendees to focus on leadership and business, found a “why didn’t I think of that?” way to make networking easier — offering color-coded coffee cups printed with a topic to help spark conversation between like-minded attendees.
Redfin
MARCH 23, 2022
Houseplants are a great way to bring nature inside, but some apartment-dwellers may find it difficult to find the perfect plants for their space. Since some apartments have minimal natural light and square footage , it’s important to know which plants are resilient enough to survive in that environment. In order to help renters with this, we consulted plant enthusiasts from Denver, CO , to Chicago, IL, to share their best recommendations and care tips.
Travel Daily News
MARCH 23, 2022
Incentive Summit Europe brings 50 incentive travel professionals to Geneva & Montreux in advance of Global Conference in Dublin, 20 – 23 April.
Travel Daily Media
MARCH 24, 2022
The post New Zealand remains high on event planners’ lists appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The New Zealand government recently announced its borders will reopen on 12 April to fully vaccinated Australian visitors and then from 1 May, vaccinated travellers from visa-waiver countries and those with valid visitor visas will be able to arrive.
Convene by PCMA
MARCH 24, 2022
Adero Scottsdale, a resort located in a certified Dark Sky community, offers unparalleled stargazing opportunities to groups — one example of the kinds of “academic adventures” Wunderman Thompson has identified as a 2022 trend. (Courtesy of Aqua-Aston Hospitality). Throughout the pandemic, many of our lifestyles, priorities, and ways of working have dramatically changed.
Fox World Travel
MARCH 25, 2022
After two years of working remotely and strictly interacting with colleagues and industry contacts via screens, many businesspeople are feeling the itch to get back to in-person events. The biggest reason for this desire is often the ability to network. So, how can you make your event impactful in providing quality networking opportunities to your […].
MeetingPool
MARCH 25, 2022
What considerations do planners need to take in order to provide attendees with accurate and accessible transcripts of online events? A recent conversation on Catalyst discusses the details. Author: Convene Editors .
AltexSoft Travel
MARCH 24, 2022
Let’s be honest, for many hotels, payment functionality is not a priority. Once integrated, the payment gateway or processing solution isn’t customarily upgraded or reviewed. It works and that’s what matters, right? But if you work in the hospitality business, you must have noticed that the way people book and pay for hotels has changed, especially since the start of the pandemic.
Convene by PCMA
MARCH 21, 2022
LinkedIn’s new Career Breaks tool allows individuals seeking to return to work to easily explain employment gaps, with 13 options such as health and well-being, full-time parenting, and bereavement. (Courtesy LinkedIn). Since early in the pandemic, research has shown that women were exiting the workforce in greater numbers than men — in fall 2020, McKinsey & Company’s sixth annual Women in the Workplace study spotlighted that one in four women considered downshifting her career or leav
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