Smart Meetings

APRIL 11, 2023

Refresh your events with purposeful design and messaging Two of the buzziest industry events showcasing forward-thinking ideas today are CES and SXSW. At SXSW , attendees entering Audible’s sound studio through a “speaker” door were transported inside the minimally lit “boombox” space to create the perfect inside-a-radio feel.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 20, 2023

The best wellness articles of this year showed that wellness can show up as a wide variety of meeting programming, as well as ways to rethink how meetings can be done and, importantly, the ways you take care of yourself inside and outside of work for long-term well-being. This edition of Work Smart appeared in the January 2023 issue.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 30, 2022

hour flight from almost 90% of the industrialized world, making it an accessible international destination. Crow’s Nest: inside Hotel Captain Cook, great for a special occasion with a business casual attire . The inside passage is a round trip that generally departs from Seattle or Vancouver and covers Alaska’s coast.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 17, 2019

And, of course, what these trends mean for our industry. Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! 2020 Event Trends – How Will the Industry Evolve? It’s time to dive deep into the world of 2020 event marketing trends! You WANT to check these out!

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Endless Events

MARCH 12, 2021

Much like what’s happening with events, companies from all industries are turning to a hybrid model. It’s a safe, exciting, and cost-saving alternative (in some ways) that can very well represent the next ‘new normal’ for the industry. Amazing Examples Of VR For Virtual Events. We got high-level attention.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 8, 2023

Smart Women in Meetings: Industry Leader winner and CEO of SITE Annette Gregg sat down with Smart Meetings on the brink of SITE’s 50th anniversary. Gregg discusses trends in incentive travel, the importance of mentorship, being a woman in the industry and what the future holds as we enter the new era of the post-pandemic meetings industry.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Visit growth…has outpaced Club capacity—resulting in frustration for some customers who find themselves waiting in lines or searching for seating once inside,” Delta said in a release. Meeting Planners’ Takeaway: Visa issues from some countries to the U.S. are still a deterrent for meeting participants coming to the U.S.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Squeglia, CMP, Independent Contractor at RLC Events, to get the inside scoop. There’s definitely more emphasis on wellness, sustainability and inclusivity,” said Jennifer Squeglia, “I think there’s great energy in our industry right now. I think there’s great energy in our industry right now. Cathy Diem believes so.

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Endless Events

MARCH 31, 2022

And so, the Event Brew takes on yet another controversial topic this week: the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war on the events industry. They try to steer as much as possible away from politics and only focus on the field they know inside out: events. The Impact Of The Russia-Ukraine War On The Events Industry.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 24, 2022

With most people vaccinated and fewer reports of positive cases, Covid related mandates in the travel industry have been relaxed. While some may believe these seemingly progressive actions will simply restore the travel and tourism industry to the way it was in 2018, the concept of travel from our pre-Covid days no longer exists.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 1, 2022

There can be a lot of overlap between roles in the events industry, especially among event planners and marketers. Event marketers are producing events inside of other events in a lot of ways. For example, the top event marketing agencies are all producing mini-events inside San Diego ComicCon. Let’s dive right in!

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The recently published “The Future 100: 2024” report identifies 100 trends across industries — from culture to technology to travel and hospitality — that will shape the way people live and work this year and beyond. MidJourney created this “timber pavilion in nature” from prompts written by Digital Media Editor Magdalina Atanassova.

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Endless Events

APRIL 2, 2019

Transparency in the event industry isn’t talked about nearly as much as it should. In a long-term perspective, transparency in the event industry ensures we thrive. The three discuss what transparency in the event industry means. What do you think about the issue of transparency in the event industry?

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 29, 2023

Laura Pennino Smart Meetings spoke with 35-year industry veteran Janine Iannarelli, founder and president of Par Avion Ltd., an international aircraft brokerage firm in Houston, for an “insider” take on what business travelers can expect this summer.

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InEvent

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Welcome to the ultimate insider’s guide to Event Tech Live London. In this exclusive blog post, we’re thrilled to bring you firsthand insights from two industry titans – Irina Graf and Adam Parry. Introduction. showed as first in InEvent Blog.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Lisa Vanderpump is opening Vanderpump Cocktail Garden inside the Las Vegas hotel in early 2019. “It The lounge will infuse natural and industrial elements. The bar will seat 25, the inside lounge 24 and the patio up to 52. Caesars Palace is partnering with reality television royalty.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 27, 2022

In his many years in the events industry, Nick has seen and done it all. Nick prefaces today’s topic by emphasizing that he knows the events industry inside and out. “I’ve worked in the events industry since I was a teenager. Events: An Opportunity To Do Business. Send Out Post-Event Surveys.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 3, 2019

And in today’s episode of #EventIcons we’re covering 2020 business trends and how they impact our industry. Michael is also actively involved in leadership roles in the Meetings and Events Industry. Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode!

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Endless Events

MARCH 26, 2019

Commoditization in the event industry is real. Despite what we might think, it’s very real for creative industries. Kevin and Will walk us through the issue of commoditization in the event industry, how it all started, what are the consequences, and how professionals can adequately prepare themselves to tackle it.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Where better to celebrate the resiliency of the meetings industry than in Las Vegas , where 2 million sq. Back on firm footing inside the meeting room, Dr. Anne Harbison shared strategies for transforming hardships into true wisdom, resilience and grace. of meeting space was added since the beginning of 2020?

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Smart Meetings

JULY 14, 2022

Founded in 1986 in the United Kingdom by CEO Sally Webb, TSEC was a pioneer in the budding event planning industry. Keri Gloth, executive producer of nSight 2022 and manager of growth and development at TSEC, added that Covid majorly shook up the planning industry. Collaborate with your clients and your industry peers.”

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Studios used to be reserved for news broadcasting and talk shows with an in-person audience, but the pandemic has paved the way for the events industry to enter these magical places with high-production value as well. But if you want to get a little taste of what you will find inside, keep reading for the abbreviated version.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Just as a kaleidoscope of fluttering butterflies makes the power of transformation look effortless, this gathering of inspirational women and their allies belied the hard work they have put in over the last few years, so they can help the industry come back stronger when the time is right. Ask for it! Kim Becking.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

If you want to talk to chief financial officers, or other leaders, about being a leader inside of a medical practice, come to the Leaders Conference. This change from a members-only club to a gathering more open to the industry is what became Medical Practice Excellence, created with the goal of making a better healthcare system.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 22, 2022

The recent celebration of Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) provided our industry with an opportunity to step back from the chaos of the last two years and assess not only where we have been, but where we are going. The post Business Events Industry Focus Is Shifting Back to the Future appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 12, 2023

Puck’s flagship restaurant, Spago, served as the catalyst for the chef’s expansion into catering as many of the Oscar-viewing parties including Hollywood A-listers were hosted at the fine dining establishment at the behest of literary agent, Irving “Swifty” Lezar, highlighting a blind spot in the special events catering industry.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 2, 2021

You may not be the Amazon of the meeting planning industry who can provide just about anything to anyone, but that doesn’t mean small, third-party management companies and independent planners need to think small when it comes to wooing potential clients. 15 from 11 a.m.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 24, 2019

And we can guarantee you that the conversation about the future of design in the industry will keep up that pace. Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! Design is always one of the most exciting topics we cover on the show. You WANT to check these out!

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Smart Meetings

MAY 26, 2023

New ideas and technologies set to shake things up in 2024 Our industry declared the pandemic was a long-awaited opportunity to reimage events and brand experiences. Through the challenges of the reopening world and the joy of reunions, our industry mostly picked up its 2019 playbooks and went back to its comfort zone.

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EHL Insights

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Employee turnover is an everlasting concern for the hospitality industry. Industry insiders complain about a “turnover culture”. In the first part of a mini series on toxicity in the workplace , we explore the relationship between toxic work environments – or “toxicity” in the workplace – and turnover.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 5, 2023

The report surveys meeting planners from all over the world on their priorities for venue selection in a wealth of categories, including meeting space design, technology, food and beverage and social impact at small to midsize business events—the largest part of the industry overall, but also the most underreported.

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EHL Insights

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

The event was an opportunity to exchange ideas on the impact of past crises and future preparedness, with 50 hospitality industry practitioners, researchers and economists from Western Switzerland. In this article we present the insider highlights and fresh ideas for surviving any future crises.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Jennifer Beindorf Research over the past two years shows that event attendance continues to increase—from business/industry events to music festivals and sporting events. One of the biggest reasons for this trend is that people desire to share meaningful, unique experiences with others—aka their “tribe.”

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EHL Insights

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Employee turnover is an everlasting concern for the hospitality industry. Industry insiders complain about a “turnover culture”. In the first part of a mini series on toxicity in the workplace, we explore the relationship between toxic work environments – or “toxicity” in the workplace – and turnover.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 14, 2023

Whether you are going up for the opening reception or closing party, these backdrops serve as icebreakers with views inside and outside. Read More: Martha Sheridan on Advocating for the Industry. We scoped out five sky-high new and classic venues in the round with Instagram-worthy credentials to delight attendees.

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InEvent

JANUARY 3, 2024

Industry insiders and entrepreneurs converge at these events to showcase their offerings, forge partnerships, and exchange ideas. Trade shows serve as fertile grounds for lead generation, providing a thriving environment for networking and relationship-building.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 5, 2022

He also stressed the importance of seeing the meetings industry as a force for good in advancing sustainability. “We Insider Tips for Planning a Columbus Conference. For indoor adventures, visit the Center of Science and Industry (COSI), voted the best science museum in the country multiple times. The Main Stage. population?

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