Social Tables

OCTOBER 5, 2023

In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, event technology continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible. In this article, we’ll delve into the cutting-edge and up-and-coming event technology options that are reshaping the industry and catering to the diverse needs of event planners, venues, and attendees alike.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 28, 2023

Food, lodging and programming are critical factors for any meeting. 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. Meeting planners are the leaders of event teams. Surprises only work well at birthday parties.

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Endless Events

JUNE 10, 2022

The final step in the event management process is a follow-up meeting after the event to discuss the event’s overall ROI, attendee and sponsor feedback, and make the necessary readjustments to the overarching event strategy. Event professionals have to come to follow-up meetings after events well-prepared. Start planning.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Welcome to the 2023 event technology guide! Not sure you need event technology? According to Gartner’s 2022 Technology Marketing Benchmark Survey , tech and service providers allocate 26.9% What is event technology? Event technology is any tool, app, or software that helps you plan, execute, and measure an event.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Consistently one of the top destinations in the country for meetings and conventions because of its unique venues, unrivaled connectivity, and rich local talent pool—Los Angeles also offers a diversity of neighborhoods , local culture, dining, entertainment, and accommodation options that mean you never have to plan the same experience twice.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Tarin Horan, CMP, knew that meeting planning was the industry for her when she began interning with sports teams. After working at two startups, she joined Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC) as an event coordinator. I love working with our members and designing great event experiences with fantastic speakers and content.”

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Smart Meetings

MAY 2, 2022

Advances in technology and operations make California a leader in earth-friendly gathering. Let’s look at the legacy of sustainable innovation, where it is going next and what it means for meeting professionals. Sustainable Meeting. A Green Legacy. The Golden State has a stories history of bold, green-centric leadership.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 25, 2019

Smart Meetings founder and CEO Marin Bright. After a decade of bringing event professionals together to share strategies and learn about new ways to wow attendees, Smart Meetings pushed the format to pack in even more meaningful networking and sharing. The first Smart Meeting of 2019 was on Jan. That's the top.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 2, 2023

In addition to three days of speakers, networking opportunities and idea-sparking content, The Show’s sustainability efforts—a big topic in the hospitality industry in general, and a topic of focus at The Show in particular—will be on full display.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Our team just loves all things technology! This incredible piece of technology connects you to clients and coworkers everywhere. It combines a 55” touchscreen with a fantastic 4K display that activates meetings, training sessions, and presentations. So today, we have something new to introduce to you. How It Works.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

What to consider when planning an event at an all-inclusive resort Meeting Professionals International (MPI) CEO Paul VanDeventer likes to say that when planning the association’s World Education Congress (WEC), MPI takes chances so members don’t have to take on the risk. Thanks to all the vendors, sponsors, student volunteers & speakers.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 24, 2023

A team cannot hope to mitigate any risks—be they, but not limited to security, health and safety, natural disasters, or technology and infrastructure—without first identifying them. The post Four Crucial Questions To Ask When Developing an Effective Contingency Plan for Events appeared first on Smart Meetings. What are the risks?

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

Advances in technology and operations make California a leader in earth-friendly gathering. Let’s look at the legacy of sustainable innovation, where it is going next and what it means for meeting professionals. Sustainable Meeting. A Green Legacy. The Golden State has a stories history of bold, green-centric leadership.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

of meeting and exhibit space adjusts to a banquet or theater style. A stone’s throw and a free shuttle ride from Charleston International Airport (CHS), Northern Charleston Marriott boasts a meeting space of 12,380 sq. divided into 8 meeting rooms and 10 break out rooms as well as on-site support for hosting your future meetings.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Smart Meetings walked the trade show floor asking people how they help put attendee humanity at the center of event agendas and found that caring for guests is something everyone is focusing on in 2023. That means using technology to be more efficient as people want immediate gratification. You have to give them balance.”

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Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2023

Before we dig deeper into the discussion of individual errors, here are some big-picture strategies to help you avoid common event planning mistakes: Keep up with event planning trends and technological developments to stay ahead of the competition. Research local events that overlap with your function.

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Endless Events

MAY 18, 2023

With this new generation of younger, more diverse, and more educated attendees emerging, the event industry must adapt to meet their evolving needs and expectations. Of all the resources millennial buyers use, vendor reps and materials are the least trustworthy and influential. As a speaker, I would get more value from it.” “I

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 24, 2023

Exhibitors, industry professionals and other attendees will meet at the second annual SIAL America 2023 , organized by Emerald X at Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) to showcase food and beverage categories that are key to retailers, wholesalers, food service companies and distributors. Importers and exporters from the U.S.,

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Endless Events

APRIL 27, 2018

It was Global Meetings Industry Day a while back so we peeked into the corporate meeting trends and statistics that have shaped the past year. One of the top influencers for the industry was TED which forever changed the speaker-audience format worldwide. Here’s How the Meetings Industry Changed around the World.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Make sure you consider these high-ticket items at a minimum: Venue Speakers Food and beverage Furniture and equipment Staffing (event coordinators, clean up, security, etc.) Decorations and event design Marketing and promotional materials Guest experience Start early, reach out to vendors, and store all your launch plans in one place.

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Endless Events

JUNE 13, 2022

It can turn itself into an art gallery, collaborative workspace, corporate meeting space, or wedding venue. Now, it makes for a great venue for various types of corporate events, such as seminars, product launches, and board meetings. They also allow working with outside vendors and bringing your custom signage.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Read More: 4 Contingency Planning Scenarios You Need to Prepare For Today Meeting Planners Plan Ahead Lisa Miller, VP of Event and Trade Show Production at Hargrove Hargrove made up the event production team for this year’s WCF. Smart Meetings spoke with Vice President of Event and Trade Show Production at Hargrove, Lisa Miller.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 13, 2022

Wondering what the dynamic meetings industry future holds? We asked the stewards that will be leading the way to whatever comes next, the 2022 Destinations International 30 Under 30 Class, what most excites them about the future of meetings and events and their responses gave us hope for a brighter tomorrow. The 30 Under 30 Class.

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Gavel International

JULY 24, 2023

Reading Time: 6 minutes A responsible, experienced, and skilled meeting planner will always take environmental and social issues into account when organizing corporate events. Whether the meeting is held virtually or in person, these issues are at play in some way, shape, or form. Planning a corporate event is no small feat.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 4, 2019

Date, venue and rates are critical and typically given priority in the earliest stages of the meeting planning cycle. Many hotel contracts mandate use of an in-house AV provider and contain clauses prohibiting use of other vendors or charge for the privilege of using the planner’s preferred vendor. Timing is Everything.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

As the cost of AV and event technologies continues to rise, planners need to get smarter about what the really need and how to get it at a fair price. While audiovisual, production, and event technology have long been budgetary sore points, they’re even more expensive these days. Talk it out with your AV vendor.

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Endless Events

APRIL 9, 2021

Truth is, a digital experience can cost anywhere from $3,000 to $300,000, and even reach seven figures depending on several aspects, from the technology employed to how much labor is necessary to get things going. Includes everything from Google ads to vendor and sponsor associated costs. Well, there’s no straight answer.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

2022 is going to be our best year yet; we’ve embraced exciting new event technology and hybrid events as the way of the future! What we’ve been preaching instead is a radical shift in your event planning mindset: putting event technology at the center of your event strategy. And so naturally, the market followed.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Virtual event platforms may seem similar to video conferencing tools like Zoom or Google Meet. Here are just some of the benefits of using virtual event technology : Better Production Quality: Event software gives you the power to host or stream high-quality virtual events. Benefits of Using Virtual Event Platforms.

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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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MeetingPool

MAY 31, 2022

After two years of testing streaming platforms, meeting professionals are asking for more comprehensive solutions and a number of event technology companies have risen to the challenge. How it impacts you: Automated back-end processes allow you to better manage speakers, sponsors, staff and meetings.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

As a result, such software dominates this year’s IBTM Technology Watch Awards shortlist of nominees. More : 6 Free Apps to Keep Meeting Planners Organized. CadmiumCD –a meeting room scheduling, resource management system and event logistic management platform. IVvy –a direct meeting space booking system for hotels.

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Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 18, 2023

of organizers say they have changed or plan to change their event management software vendor within the next year 72.5% of attendees say they expect in-person conferences to use modern technology (e.g. wearable event technology) Choosing the best software for event planners can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 14, 2022

2021 also brought about many exciting developments in hospitality technology, digital marketing, hotel services, and changes in travel trends. Cvent’s annual hospitality conference brings together professionals from the hospitality, meeting, and event industries that are interested in engaging with the latest in hospitality technology.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

And it’s no secret that when event profs go to sleep, their dreams consist of a series of jumping quotes, venue possibilities, key-note speakers to snatch … So when you have to add event AV costs to the equation, some smoke might start coming out of your head. This is your event, and you’re at the forefront of it!

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Gavel International

MARCH 25, 2024

Reading Time: 7 minutes Success in event and meeting planning involves thoughtful and thorough preparation, which is why having an experienced and prepared meeting planner makes all the difference. Meeting planners are the architects behind every seamless and impactful professional gathering.

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MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

After powerful Hurricane Ida swept through New Orleans on August 29, several meeting groups had decisions to make—and quickly—about whether to proceed with their events in the city in the days and weeks that followed. Association staff and vendors landed in New Orleans on August 25, 26, and 27 to prepare for the August 29 start.

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