Smart Meetings

APRIL 19, 2024

The CMP designation is distinct for many reasons, one of which is that with its emergence nearly 40 years ago it provided an opportunity for, as Arts puts it, “meeting planners to get a seat at the table.” When I’m collaborating with stakeholders, I always start off with CMP 101: What are the goals and objectives of the event?”

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 27, 2023

Ever wonder how the alphabet soup of CMP, CSEP, CPCE, and CGMP can prepare you for a successful career in event planning? Curious whether event planner courses and event planning certifications are worth it? Not sure how to become an event planner? This is the article for you!

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Endless Events

AUGUST 31, 2018

Whether it’s a purely online event like a webinar or a hybrid event where online participants can be part of a real life event, virtual events can be a welcome addition for your audiences. Gain the trust of your audience by learning the ropes and getting an event planning certification.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

From event planners, marketers, and venue coordinators to production specialists, this course enhances your AI skills within the context of event execution. By demystifying these technologies, we empower event organizers to seamlessly incorporate AI into every facet of event planning, marketing, and execution.

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Traveler's Q

MARCH 21, 2024

Corporate travel management for events extends beyond simple bookings; it is an exercise in foresight and finesse, interweaving business travel planning best practices with hands-on problem-solving. Seasoned planners know that optimizing travel budgets for events demands strategic negotiation and a hawk’s eye for detail.

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Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 4, 2023

It’s clear that the key to harnessing the full potential of conferences lies in having a solid in-house event team, and this article delves into why an in-house team is indispensable for B2B conference success. Let’s explore the event team’s role as a unifying force. Content Creation and Messaging Consistency in messaging is vital.

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

In a world where technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI) , is reshaping the event industry, the role of an event planner has taken on new dimensions. This is precisely why hiring the right event planner can make the difference between a seamless event and one fraught with chaos.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Achieving longevity and consistent success is a challenge every event planner faces Events are not merely one-time occurrences; they should be a strategic investment that yields returns over time. To ensure long-term success, make it a habit to track and measure the value of your event.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 1, 2024

In this article, we’ll explore the importance of analyzing event failures and how they can lead to future event success. The Top Reasons for Event Failures with Prevention Strategies Event planning is a multifaceted endeavor, encompassing everything from logistical coordination to marketing.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 7, 2017

But if you think you have what it takes to be an event professional, check out the following choices for event planning careers — there might just be something for you. 8 Event Planning Careers That Are in Demand. Event Planner. From conferences to high-end galas, event planners do it all.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 17, 2018

Coordinating an event involves layers upon layers of details from the pre-planning stage six months in advance to the day-of-event logistics. Keeping all of those details in your head will result in constant mental chaos and present unnerving stress on event day. Create a chart of event-day logistics.

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 9, 2022

In-person, virtual, or hybrid corporate event. Best practices in planning a corporate event. Creating and sticking to an event budget. Choosing the perfect venue for your corporate event. Planning the logistics of the event. What is a Corporate Event? Hybrid Corporate Event.

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ADMEI

JANUARY 17, 2024

Destination Management Companies, or DMCs, are professional services companies possessing extensive local knowledge, expertise, and resources, specializing in the design and implementation of events, activities, tours, transportation, and program logistics. Panelists included a planner, DMC, and DO. View Webinar.

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Event planning is a lucrative and evergreen career choice. The global event management market is estimated to be worth $6.36 With the rapid growth in the event industry, now is the time to get certified and propel your career. What Is Event Planning Certification and Why Do You Need It.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

And so, as we find ourselves navigating this new landscape, we are encouraged to reevaluate how we do business and plan events. If planners choose to evolve their event strategies the old way, they often struggle to allocate their budgets to cover all the new ground that’s been established since the virtual revolution.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 20, 2023

If a client has strong feelings about DEI, meetings planners should too. “If If I’m a meeting planner and I know DEI is important to my clients, then it needs to be important to me,” Monet said. By including an element of diversity in speakers meeting planners are creating a rich, natural byproduct for all those involved.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Shannon Copeland The seamless coordination of countless logistics required to produce a productive and enjoyable meeting or event is a Herculean task. In today’s world, you cannot overlook the possibility of Mother Nature becoming an unwanted attendee at your meeting or event.

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ADMEI

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The EPCP teaches that preparedness is "a continuous cycle of planning, organizing, training, equipping, exercising, evaluating, and taking corrective action to ensure effective coordination during incident response. Safety : Are you prepared for a crisis, from natural disasters to accidents to other emergencies?

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 2, 2022

Planning an event in multiple languages can be a challenge for meeting planners. Virtual interpretation providers recognize the need not only for greater access to language and information but to a more streamlined process for event planners. Events with multiple interpreters can be daunting.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Legrand is the founder and CEO of LaJoy Plans , a Washington, D.C. event planning firm that organizes custom events for mission-focused organizations and individuals. When I did that, event planning and I found each other.” I set out to figure out who I wanted to be in the world.

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Social Tables

APRIL 13, 2021

We include tips, tricks, expert advice, and some of the top event planning tools needed to make everything go off without a hitch. Discover how to plan an outdoor event in a few simple steps: 1. Find a great outdoor event venue. The venue is an important component of any outdoor event. Hire a caterer.

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Tembusu Events and Communications

APRIL 27, 2021

Event planner is an entire industry on its own that’s filled with firms that offer different event planning services at different price points, but even within the space itself it is common to find a lot of heterogeneity to fit ever changing consumer needs.

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Maritz Global Events

MARCH 3, 2020

There are a lot of things event planners need to be ready for. Want to get ahead of the game and modernize your event? Here are challenges and opportunities event planners can expect in the next decade. Event Planner Challenges. billion , logistical resources become challenging.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 17, 2024

This year, PCMA’s 20 in Their Twenties program honors exceptional young leaders in the business events industry. Class of 2024 member Matthew Johnson, CMP, Manager of Event Planning at Medscape, reflects on why he chose the events industry as his career and shares the advice he uses every day.

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Social Tables

AUGUST 1, 2017

The saying from Benjamin Franklin goes, “When you fail to plan, you plan to fail. For planners, we know that every event, large or small, should have a careful assessment and event planning strategy before executing. What’s the Event Vision? What’s the Planning Timeline?

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Traveler's Q

APRIL 3, 2023

To make the process easier, it’s important to be aware of the various event planning tips that can help you ensure that your event is successful. From setting realistic goals to creating an effective budget, many things need to be taken into consideration when it comes to planning a corporate event.

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Traveler's Q

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

From Northumberland to the Scottish Highlands, the UK has a plethora of unique castle wedding venues, and with the help of a specialized wedding planner, it can be a budget-friendly alternative wedding spot without sacrificing quality or elegance. And the best part? So why wait?

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Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Even the most talented and seasoned professionals should prioritize sharpening their event planning skills. . Savvy event organizers are committed to professional development — even with their impossibly packed schedules. If you want to improve your event planning skills, you’ve come to the right place.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 15, 2022

I think a lot of us started in catering; feeding people is huge for events.”. After some time in catering, Arianna moved into event logistics. “I I transitioned into the trade show world for technology events,” she says. Most recently, I’ve been working for a nonprofit, diving into event strategy.

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InEvent

JANUARY 19, 2024

This is especially important when attending high-stress events. As an event planner, it’s your responsibility to create an environment that meets logistical needs while nurturing mental well-being. In our fast-paced and demanding world, it’s increasingly crucial to prioritize your mental health and well-being.

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Endless Events

JUNE 15, 2022

This is great news for event marketers and planners who can plan experiential events – events that aim to evoke positive emotions in attendees and resonate with their values. In a sense, all events are experiential. Experiential Events Have Gamified Elements.

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Traveler's Q

MARCH 29, 2023

To make the process easier, it’s important to be aware of the various event planning tips that can help you ensure that your event is successful. From setting realistic goals to creating an effective budget, many things need to be taken into consideration when it comes to planning an event.

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Blue Spark Event Design

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Event planners are incorporating technologies like virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and gamification to create immersive environments and foster participation. Sustainability Environmental and social responsibility are becoming central considerations in event planning.

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Traveler's Q

JUNE 22, 2023

Having a clear understanding of why you’re hosting an event will help your travel agency or event management company better serve your needs. By ensuring that the event’s logistics are tailored to its specific goals. They will ensure a pleasant and comfortable experience for all guests at the event.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 29, 2018

The role of the corporate event planner today is more important than ever?—?shifting shifting from a focus on procurement, planning, and logistics to becoming a key orchestrator of unique and memorable experiences. Julie Starr has nearly a decade of professional event planning experience.

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Social Tables

AUGUST 30, 2017

You might be asking yourself, “How do I get into event planning”? Allow me to let you in on a little secret: there isn’t one tried and true path that magically leads you to a career in events. But, there are several steps that you can take to kickstart a career in events today. Do you have retail experience?

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Endless Events

JUNE 21, 2018

Around the world, tragic incidents at events like the Las Vegas shooting and the Boston Marathon bombing, and natural disasters have shown that we aren’t prepared for every type of security and safety issue in our industry. Regardless of the scale of your event, planning a safe event needs to be your priority.

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