MeetingsNet

APRIL 12, 2024

Held this year on Thursday, April 11, Global Meetings Industry Day is “an international day of advocacy showcasing the undeniable value that business meetings, trade shows, incentive travel, exhibitions, conferences, and conventions bring to people, businesses, and communities,” according to the U.S.

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Stova

MARCH 7, 2023

What matters most in event technology in the year ahead? Having a partner that knows what the market wants now and which technologies will matter most is important, but with hundreds of options available, how do you find the right fit? The post Top 4 Selection Criteria for Event Technology in 2023 appeared first on Stova.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2023

This growth brings both ample opportunities and new challenges as planners work to accommodate an influx of attendees while booking, planning and executing events. Respondents also confirm the importance of trade shows, exhibitions and conferences. 78% agreeing that attendance at these events is important for their industry.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 14, 2021

This is the tantalizing topic Brian Ludwig, senior vice president of sales for Cvent , tackles in Smart Meetings’ most recent webinar, “One Step Ahead, Predicting the Future of Event Technology.”. “It’s Ludwig has been doing presentations on the future of event technology “for many, many years.”

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 2, 2023

News from Freeman and AIM Group underlines the growing emphasis on technology solutions for attendee communications. chatbots to Freeman’s trade show and conference customers. Video content is another trending communications channel in the events industry. “AIM

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

This exciting event trend has been around for ages, but thanks to the speedy development of event technology solutions, it has now reached brand new heights. Gamified challenges typically live on event platforms and can be translated well into virtual, hybrid, and in-person environments.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 26, 2018

This weeks episode is an extended two-hour show with the best and brightest minds in the industry. This episode will touch on almost every topic in the events industry. From sustainability to event technology we have you covered. Will Curran of Endless Events ( @itswillcurran ). Meetings & Events Blog.

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Social Tables

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Similar to wooden signs, chalkboard signs have also become a popular option for event planners and marketing managers in the last decade. These customizable signs are seen at wedding buffets, social events, corporate trade show exhibition booths , and a variety of other event locations.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 3, 2024

The Meetings Show June 19-20, 2024 London, UK Step into a world of endless possibilities. Let your imagination run wild as you connect with your community, explore the latest trends, and discover new ways to take your events to the next level. Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) 2024 Feb.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 27, 2021

Read on to learn more about some of the top event planning conferences that 2021 has to offer. Discover some of 2021’s top event planning conferences: 1. It provides inspiration for meeting and event programs and showcases the latest in event planning technology and strategy.

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Meeting Tomorrow

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

Tracking event industry trends is a favorite activity here at Meeting Tomorrow. After sifting through all the noise, we wanted to highlight three trends that you should expect to see on the rise this year, and one surprising trend that might be on the decline. Rising: AR/VR at events. Final thought.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 24, 2024

In a LinkedIn post, Sue Pelletier, a contract editor and writer, shared her thoughts on trust, authenticity, and social media after reading a Convene online story about 2024 trends: Love this “ Trends We’re Watching for 2024 ” article from Convene editors. And rightfully so, in my opinion.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 15, 2023

Skift Meetings (formerly EventMB) Formerly known as EventMB, Skift Meetings was founded in 2007 as one of the first blogs for event professionals. Techsytalk Techsytalk is a digital platform with more than 550 members that bridges the gap between event technology and the event planner.

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Endless Events

MAY 28, 2019

Fiona Pelham of Positive Impact Events. Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting. Will Curran of Endless Events. Positive Impact Events. IMEX America: USA’s Largest Meetings Industry Trade Show – #EventIcons Episode 33. Sharon Fisher. Andy Sharp of SongDivision. SongDivision. LiveOnlineEvents.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

Despite the trends in the industry, many event professionals still focus on keeping audiences entertained in order to keep them on track. While the idea isn’t too far-fetched, that’s the wrong approach if you want to make your event meaningful. Is it event technology? Maybe it’s event marketing?

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

For those who host events in the foodservice and hospitality industries, HRC is a must. Attend to learn the latest trends and innovations in your field. The Special Event 2020. The Meetings Show. NYC's biggest networking event and its best showcase for all event planning professionals. Event Tech Live.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 14, 2022

Many hospitality conferences and conventions were virtual or hybrid events , while others were forced to cancel altogether. 2021 also brought about many exciting developments in hospitality technology, digital marketing, hotel services, and changes in travel trends. HFTP Mid-South Atlantic Regional Conference . HITEC ORLANDO.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

The terms have been buzzwords for years now, they are constantly on the biggest trends lists and talked about. But how do you use AR and VR at your events? What can you really do with it that will enhance your event? If those questions have popped into your mind you aren’t alone. Now, what are we gonna use it for?

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 23, 2023

Hologram technology was one of six tech solutions explored during the Tech Labs at PCMA EduCon 2023 in Montreal. Photo courtesy of Shawn Cheng) At previous PCMA Convening Leaders and EduCon events, event technology was showcased in an open activation hall, where companies demoed their products, services, and platforms to attendees.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 15, 2023

Skift Meetings (formerly EventMB) Formerly known as EventMB, Skift Meetings was founded in 2007 as one of the first blogs for event professionals. Techsytalk Techsytalk is a digital platform with more than 550 members that bridges the gap between event technology and the event planner.

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MeetingsNet

DECEMBER 6, 2018

Further supporting this expectation is the fact that Houston-based event-technology firm Zenus Biometrics won the IBTM World Tech Watch Award for its facial-recognition product that's used for attendee check-in at meetings, conventions, and trade shows.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 14, 2023

This will part ways with the typical trade show, as companies will cooperate rather than compete — or engage in more of a coopetition by doing a “comparison or a side-by-side showdown,” as Nguyen put it. The rationale for this, Cheng said, is that in this industry, “you usually will be more successful if you help other people.”

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Convene by PCMA

JUNE 2, 2023

He has also served as a board member for a decade with the meetings and events industry non-profit, The SEARCH Foundation. Speaker: Jen Santos Senior Technical Program Manager For more than a decade, Jen Santos has led event technology at some of the world’s largest companies.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 14, 2023

It’s really the expected value of your event that you’re trying to calculate. So do you have command enough of your information to be able to say, and I’ll make this up in a trade-show context, the average 20 X 20 [booth] gets an average of 100 leads over the course of three days. Where Can I Find The Silver Lining?’

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Eventtia

JULY 24, 2023

With the rise of robust event management platforms, retail companies can now create immersive experiences and host events , gather valuable data, and ensure positive brand-associated memories for attendees and customers. We can’t ignore the impact of event technology on a retail company’s events strategy.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

“It was less about trying to imitate a trade show in a virtual space,” he said, “and more akin to an exclusive online shopping experience,” with a digital showroom where suppliers posted their company information and marketing collateral in addition to detailed product listings. In-Person Application.

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Convene by PCMA

JUNE 27, 2022

I’m on the vendor side, providing in-person audiovisual and virtual-event technology needs primarily to associations and am happy to share what my clients have been seeing as we come back to in-person events. Trade-show floors have been packed as vendors want that face-to-face [interaction] again.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 10, 2024

Capitol Heights, MD 21st Century Expo Group is a nationally renowned general contractor, specializes in trade shows, events, and exhibits. All Terrain Chicago, IL All Terrain pioneered experiential marketing well before it became a trend. We are a group of strategic thinkers, designers, event planning and logistics gurus.

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Convene by PCMA

MAY 27, 2022

I turned one car show into two the next year, into four the next year, into 10 the following year. And so I became a trade-show producer. On finding a new direction through failure: What I didn’t realize as being a trade-show producer is everything is about your gate — the people that you end up getting in the door.

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Stova

MAY 4, 2023

This article explains how to make the most of event technology in 2023. Read on for top tools and techniques to enhance events for attendees and stakeholders and maximize return on investment. What Is Event Technology? Without event planning and management technology, processes are time-consuming.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

“[This] is why the next five to 10 years is going to be so fascinating for the event industry — we’re in a bit of an unbundling phase,” Ali said. This is good news for event and trade show organizers, as “at the end of the day, they still may win out but will have a completely different offering.”.

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Meeting Tomorrow

JANUARY 14, 2019

In an ever-evolving event planning industry, we understand that future-forward thinking doesn’t just keep Meeting Tomorrow’s approach to events two steps ahead, but more importantly, it allows us to keep our clients successful, regardless of which wave or event planning trend rolls in. Subscribe to Our Newsletter!

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Meeting Tomorrow

JULY 28, 2019

Virtual Reality Kiosks : A kiosk is a perfect middle ground for event planners who don’t have the space or budget for an enormous booth, but want to make a bigger splash than a headset on a table. The monitor shows your audience exactly what the player is seeing. FYI- You can only rent this one at Meeting Tomorrow.).

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Endless Events

JUNE 6, 2018

Use technology to enhance your networking events. Technology-enhanced networking can offer your attendees networking opportunities that go above and beyond traditional mix and mingle events. Here’s how to help your attendees make more meaningful connections.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 14, 2016

There are many apps available now that can help event planners become more efficient in their day-to-day tasks. Here are the top 30 apps out there that can help make your event a real success! Photo Credit: Digital Trends.

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Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

The Essential Guide to Onsite Event Technology This guide was developed to help event planners around the world make better, more strategic decisions when it comes to onsite event technology. Discover what technology to use and how it will help to improve attendee satisfaction and event ROI.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2018

Today, planners are racing to adapt to trends that make conferences and events more engaging and dynamic than ever before. But when it comes to trends, where should meeting industry professionals put their focus? While the shifts are plentiful, there are five that stand out from the fold when it comes to modern event design.

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