Smart Meetings

MARCH 22, 2024

How planners can safeguard their attendees against hotel room breaches In 2022, at a private event in Las Vegas during “hacker summer camp,” as the Black Hat and Defcon hacker conferences have come to be known, a group of researchers found a flaw that could put millions of hotel rooms around the world at risk of being breached.

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Endless Events

APRIL 30, 2021

Choosing a hybrid event venue presents its own set of challenges. While pre-COVID considerations also play into the decision-making process, the event landscape of 2021 brings more complexity to the table. The support planners require from their venues increases tenfold in face of a hybrid future. For how long?

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Whether you opt for an in-person or hybrid event, you need the right venue to create a truly captivating experience. Newbie event planners will often pick a venue, negotiate a deal with them, and sign the venue’s provided contract. . Why should you let your venue dictate what happens at your event?

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Master planner consultants offer 6 tips for negotiating your next corporate event Does this sound familiar? You have been tasked with producing a new event—or breathing new life into one that has been on rinse and repeat too long. What questions should you ask during sourcing to avoid surprises post-event?

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Recent Debuts to Host Destination Meetings with Serious Style The East Coast welcomes spectacular renovations and grand re-openings of unique venues that are certain to invigorate attendees with the charm of their dreamy destination and the distinct character of their storied history. Presidents, dignitaries, celebrities and cultural events.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

You read it right – we’re finally tackling the topic of hybrid venues! If you’ve been paying attention to the event trends set to redefine the industry, you’ll know that hybrid is up there with the most relevant. And this, of course, includes venues! Answering Hybrid Needs.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Today’s iconic guest, Deanna Nwosu , thinks that all event and meeting planners should nurture an entrepreneurial spirit. She joins Sarah to talk about her vast experience in the events industry, what the future holds for event organizers, and the importance of community engagement. Welcome to #EventIcons, Deanna!

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Endless Events

MAY 10, 2021

In today’s episode of Event Tech Podcast, Will Curran and Brandt Krueger talk about one of the most exciting new technologies in the world, or shall we say universe: Starlink. And what does this mean for events? Together, they embark on a journey of exploring the potential benefits of Starlink in events!

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Endless Events

JULY 27, 2021

We don’t mean to beat a dead horse, yet we’re saying it again: the pandemic has drastically changed the events industry and sped up the evolution of virtual and hybrid events. Jason Koop is a writer, influencer, and the VP of business development at the Canadian Special Events Magazine. A Fan Of The Events Industry.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

What can meeting planners learn from these classics? One major plot point in rom-coms is when the hero or heroine comes to an event or a party woefully mis-dressed. If jackets are required at a dining venue, don’t assume participants will intuit that. You’d be surprised! Woo the wallflowers. Be a great matchmaker.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 28, 2023

The shuttle back and forth to off-site venues is also very important. But to mesmerize your audience with something they haven’t seen before, meeting planners should invest time developing a productive relationship with an AV partner. There is a labor shortage in the live events industry. Why do people come to your event?”

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Whether you’re incorporating sustainable measurements into your RFPs, tracking down low-carbon menus or combing through LEED certified venues, you know you’re a green planner. Look to Events Industry Council (EIC), a leader in event professional continuing education. So, what’s next? What is the SEPC?

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InEvent

JANUARY 24, 2024

Planning a successful event requires careful attention to detail, and one of the most crucial factors that can make or break your event is the venue. The venue sets the stage for your event, creates the atmosphere, and plays a significant role in the overall attendee experience.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Event planners and event managers have all been through a steep learning curve to master the art of creating successful event experiences. From managing event timelines to event budgeting, event profs have a lot on their plates. Pre-Event Setup & Site Visit. Banquet Event Orders.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 7, 2023

While projections on the possibility of a strike vary, meeting planners who often rely well in advance on materials shipped via UPS to meeting sites should plan ahead, says Smart Meetings Event Director Michele Gardner-Kelley. Restock for onsite offices: Order new items for onsite offices through Amazon and ship directly to the venue.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 28, 2022

The process of picking the perfect event venue is a time-consuming one. It can take hours of driving and flying that many planners can’t spare. Announced in May at Europe’s m&i Event , these virtual environments are explorable and interactable by hotel owners, event planners and clients.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 14, 2022

He could have been talking about meeting planners’ determination during 2.5 Planners who are also lovers of the Jurassic franchise will want to see the newest installation, Jurassic World: Dominion, then consider planning a dino-centric meeting at these paleontology-focused venues around the country. of dino-friendly space.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 1, 2024

Planning a memorable event involves meticulous attention to detail, and selecting the right venue is the most important first step. When it comes to hosting successful events, Hilton All-Inclusive stands out as a premier choice. Plan with confidence! Moreover, the culinary offerings are second to none.

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Stova

MAY 25, 2023

Selecting the best venue for your event is one of the most important decisions planners face. A well-chosen venue sets the tone, creates memorable experiences, and contributes to the overall success of you event. It’s a tall order, but with the right venue sourcing tools, it is possible to have it all.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 28, 2022

Event trends 2022 are here and let us tell you, it’s an exciting year for event planners who dare to dream big. Those who’ve read our guide to event trends in 2022 already know how which hybrid event models hold the most promise and the role of event technology moving forward.

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ADMEI

MARCH 13, 2024

Designing Events with Empathy 13 March 2024 In the world of event planning, there's a growing awareness of the importance of empathy in crafting unforgettable experiences for attendees. This is a valuable skill, and it’s well worth developing for event planners. Why Does Empathy Matter in Event Planning?

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Atlanta, known as “The City in a Forest,” offers a rich tapestry of history and modernity, making it an ideal locale for events. Add to its colorful history an abundance of Atlanta meeting venues, and you can’t go wrong with this Georgia peach of a city!

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Endless Events

MARCH 31, 2021

It’s always a pleasure to have you with us so we can better help you navigate the world of events. Or maybe you just can’t wait to start planning for your first hybrid event of 2021 and beyond. Today, we start with a hybrid venue checklist. Hybrid venues can look very different depending on the goals of your event.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 22, 2024

Allseated Rebrands as Prismm to Launch New 3D Virtual Design Platform Just as a light prism offers infinite possibilities of colors, the Prismm unified SaaS platform being announced today will offer dynamic virtual digital twins of event spaces to enable collaborative sourcing, designing and planning from any computer screen.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 3, 2024

We know how hard it can be to find great events to attend, so we’ve made it easier for you. In this post, you’ll find a comprehensive list of the most important event industry conferences that every event professional should attend this year. Don’t see your 2024 conference for event planners on this page?

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MeetingsNet

JUNE 6, 2022

What he learned could help other planners as they make sure they are fulfilling their duty-of-care obligations. When it came to CO2 readings in the conference venue as well as in Segar’s hotel, the concentrations were notably less. In late May, Adrian Segar attended a meeting-industry leadership summit in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 7, 2020

We’ve already discussed at length why planners need to get creative with storytelling. Everyone was still clutching their chest and holding on to the hope that in-person events would be back very soon. As of this moment, companies and planners all across the nation and the globe agree that our industry will never be the same.

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MeetingsNet

MARCH 1, 2024

The newest award-winning convention services manager dishes on all the things CSMs can do for planners: “We’re like Siri for the destination.” Reflecting that spirit, ESPA uses its conference to honor one of its members with the Event Services Professional of the Year award for exemplary service to meeting clients.

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Techsytalk

JULY 25, 2016

Check out a recent post I shared on EliteMeetings.com : Event planners and venues. Venues and event planners. Venues are one of the first things that event planners look to secure when we are hosting an event. Give planners something to work with. The two go hand-in-hand.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 25, 2019

You’ve probably seen the headlines “PSAV Acquires Encore Event Technologies” but don’t know how it affects you. If you are an event or meeting planner you’ve heard of PSAV. The news makes for shaky ground and uncertainty for meeting and event planners nationwide. October 2017. January 2018.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Hargrove sets an example for planning events that go off without a hitch through their government shutdown contingency plan After the venue booking, event design, attendee lists, emails, emails and more emails, your event is all ready to go—finally! 29 to Oct 1. 29 to Oct 1.

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Endless Events

MARCH 28, 2018

If you are an event planner, you know that outdoor events and festivals have been, and continue to be increasingly popular venues choices. This is why we included unique outdoor venues in our 2018 event trends. But how do you pick the right venue? Well, let’s begin with this; your venue is important.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Creating experiences, setting the stage for networking opportunities, and fostering connections among colleagues and association members are what the meetings and events world is all about. Tips for Negotiating Your Next Big Event Contract Cheryl M. In short, think big. Time to Adopt a Barrister Pricing Model?

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Convene by PCMA

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

But what really stood out to me is how the story demonstrated once again the invisibility of the meeting planner role. Three professors from different schools of hospitality management weighed in, but no conference organizer — as in the professionals who actually decide on the convention centers to host events — was quoted.

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Traveler's Q

MARCH 29, 2023

When it comes to corporate event planning, selecting the right venue is one of the most important decisions you need to make. Not only does the venue need to be able to accommodate your desired number of guests and any audio/visual needs, but it should also reflect the desired mood and atmosphere for your event.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Non-Traditional Venues Muir, Autograph Collection Our teams have received increasing requests for nontraditional venues, outdoor setups and reimagined creative spaces. Non-Traditional Venues Muir, Autograph Collection Our teams have received increasing requests for nontraditional venues, outdoor setups and reimagined creative spaces.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 15, 2023

of indoor/outdoor meeting and event spaces; a 22,000-square-foot Grand Ballroom, complemented by a 11,500-square-foot Junior Ballroom for grand celebrations) and its groundbreaking affiliation with the newly headquartered PGA of America are two reasons why. Read More : Texas, A World Apart Why is Frisco hot for planners right now?

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