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MPI NCC ACE: Less Trade Show; More Idea Exchanges

Smart Meetings

Oakland event prioritized DEIB education MPI Northern California Chapter’s Annual Conference Experience moved to Oakland Marriott City Center from its traditional home in San Francisco this week with a new format. Read More : Educational Support Elevates DEI and Could Alleviate Staffing Issues “This is a business issue,” DeShields said.

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What to Expect at Cvent Connect 2024 in San Antonio

Smart Meetings

A Citywide With a Purpose While the emphasis will be once again on empowering attendees with education about how to manage events more efficiently, it will roll out against the backdrop of a city steeped in deep cultural and historic heritage and a fun San Antonio Riverwalk option for getting out and about.

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Live From The World Education Congress, It’s #EventIcons 170!

Endless Events

All the way from Toronto, we bring you the World Education Congress! If you’ve been paying attention, you know the World Education Congress just took place. If you’ve been paying attention, you know the World Education Congress just took place. Did you have the chance to attend the World Education Congress?

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How California’s Associations End the Year with Cheer

Smart Meetings

At the annual event, West Coast association professionals gather for an expansive tradeshow, business solution appointments, education programs and networking to close out the year with a festive twist. This year’s Seasonal Spectacular took place from Tuesday, Dec. 12 to Wednesday, Dec. in their official welcome. “The

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Surprising Benefits of Holding a Virtual Trade Show

Creative Group Inc

Trade shows are good for business. They educate, raise brand awareness, build relationships, expand reach and… generate leads! By attracting participants who are interested in your product, trade shows pull in naturally vetted target audiences and create a productive selling environment. Networking.

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15 Best Hospitality Trade Shows and Events

Hotel Engine

Then you must not be regularly attending trade shows. Take a weekend to immerse yourself in the latest and greatest new ideas and cutting-edge inventions, while networking and creating valuable connections with vendors and fellow industry professionals. Hotel, Motel & Restaurant Supply Show of the Southeast.

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Marriott’s ‘Meet with Momentum’ Creates Community Like None Other

Smart Meetings

Trade Show at Meet with Momentum The panel discussed at length how to curate experiences that are not cookie-cutter—it gives planners a reason to stay on property and is an opportunity to involve the local community.

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