ETC Corporate

MARCH 17, 2025

For the eighth year in a row, ETC continues its partnership with the European Cultural Tourism Network (ECTN), Europa Nostra and the Network of European Regions for Competitive and Sustainable Tourism (NECSTouR) to encourage the development of sustainable cultural tourism practices in European destinations.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 25, 2025

To find out what the university is teaching future meetings and event professionals and what they gleaned from the two days of sessions and networking, we asked Ryan Becker, senior vice president of communications and strategy with Visit California. They were also encouraged to attend sessions, network and take it all in.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 6, 2021

So, how are you feeling about virtual event networking about now? Online networking can be convenient, but it does lack the potential for serendipity that in-person events foster. This decrease translates to fewer networking connections, the survey finds. Radical Networkers. Strategic Networkers.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Known as The Show for Shows, the education, trade show floor and networking brought together solutions and inspiration. An estimated 1,700 attendees passed through the West Hall doors at Los Angeles Convention Center the second week of December. I attended in search of trends shaping U.S.

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Conferences that Work

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

As in-person events now return to pre-2020 levels, attendees increasingly value connecting and learning with peers, as Freeman reported in its Q1 2024 Trends Report: “When it comes to networking, attendees are less interested in discovering new career opportunities and obtaining/providing mentoring. Struggling with a small conference?

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Traveler's Q

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Business Networking Hotspots Spring Place has become the go-to networking spot where creative professionals and business leaders join forces. The area’s rooftop spaces showcase stunning Manhattan skyline views – perfect for spring evening networking events. Monroe development represent USD 203 million in investments.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 22, 2024

She was honored as the 2017 United Negro College Fund Mayor’s Ball Honoree for Civic Leadership and, in the same year, named by Network Journal one of the 25 Most Influential Black Women in Business. In both 2012 and 2019, Coker was named among Philadelphia Business Journal ’s Women of Distinction Honorees.

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The MICE Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Event planners also appreciate the venue’s thoughtful design, including separate foyers for the main halls – perfect for registration, networking, or exhibition space. For international events there are four dedicated interpreter booths. Pro Tip: A key advantage of this venue is its proximity to the MARITIM Hotel Stuttgart.

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Endless Events

MAY 13, 2022

Some choose to start their own companies once their network is big enough. . Build A Powerful Network Of Event Profs. Networking is essential to success in any career, and even more so in the events industry. Additionally, a young professional’s network is a treasure trove of ideas and knowledge.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

AI quietly adjusts, suggesting a sensory-friendly space or a low-key networking session. Perhaps an attendee arrives full of energy, ready for a packed day, but by the afternoon, their needs shift. It’s as if someone noticed and cared, offering just the right “dish” to suit the mood.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Learn More: From Networking to Lasting BondsPractical Tips for Forging Authentic Relationships Similarly, he suggested being cognizant of how you influence others. That could mean limiting news, social mediaand conflicts with spousesfirst thing in the morning. We are bombarded with 10,000 pieces of information each day.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

For example, planners can aim to improve networking opportunities , sponsor and exhibitor engagement , session attendance , or brand recognition. Similarly, if you want people to network, set up missions around meeting new people. When paired with gamified challenges, virtual networking doesn’t feel as rigid and awkward.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The strengthening meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) sector has also made major economic contributions, with businesses worldwide investing more in corporate travel that builds relationships both within teams and extended networks.

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Endless Events

MARCH 29, 2021

“It’s not going to be as simple as using the same app with no extra costs and making sure that everyone can increase the network bandwidth.” For example, the in-person people get to have a party and they get to network with each other, talk to the exhibitors, and see the products in person.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 14, 2025

Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) offers resources for members impacted by disaster through their chapter network. The SITE Foundations Moira Hearn Fund is providing financial support for SITE members who have been impacted by the fires. Contributions can be made directly on the Foundation’s donation page.

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ETC Corporate

MARCH 19, 2024

For the seventh year in a row, ETC continues its partnership with the European Cultural Tourism Network (ECTN), Europa Nostra and the Network of European Regions for Competitive and Sustainable Tourism (NECSTouR) to encourage the development of sustainable cultural tourism practices in European destinations.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 24, 2021

Attendees mingled, networked, formed everlasting bonds, and had a great time while doing all of that. ” Human Interactions At Events: What’s Networking Again? He starts by explaining what networking isn’t. Some people think that preplanned one-on-ones is what networking is.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022

She’s an expert in building professional networks for member-based and attendee-driven organizations. The idea of an integrated community where the community is about a social network for your entire ecosystem to come together to network and share content.”. But above all resources, she recommends networking with your peers.

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ETC Corporate

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The ‘Destination of Sustainable Cultural Tourism’ Awards aim to amplify the visibility of European cultural tourism destinations, establish a platform for sharing experiences and knowledge and foster networking among destinations.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

In addition, it offers a dedicated broadcast studio for VSiN, The Sports Betting Network, so bettors have access to real-time analysis from expert broadcasters, athletes and industry professionals. The sportsbook, operated by Circa Sports, offers visitors a 78-million-pixel, high-definition screen with three stories of viewing.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 8, 2022

Offer Private Networking. Networking connections are one of the most valuable components of an in-person event. Schedule structured networking opportunities for virtual attendees. Review the in-person run of show to understand when to schedule virtual networking.

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The MICE Blog

MARCH 27, 2025

AER wanted to create a strong network and encourage exchange between members and partners, moving away from competitive thinking toward a community of learning and sharing. Schedule : The two-day program included arrival and departure days plus three evening events for networking and exchange.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Return to Networking Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center With the return of large meetings comes the return of what people missed most about in-person gatherings: being together and networking with others. In addition to 94 event rooms, 101 breakout rooms, and nearly 550,000 sq.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

While content, speakers and networking opportunities are vital, an often-underestimated element can set an event apart—decor. An aesthetically pleasing space can elevate feelings of contentment and inspiration, creating an environment conducive to effective networking and collaboration.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

While content, speakers and networking opportunities are vital, an often-underestimated element can set an event apart—decor. An aesthetically pleasing space can elevate feelings of contentment and inspiration, creating an environment conducive to effective networking and collaboration.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

This strategic move enhances the Aethos experience by integrating Yayems cutting-edge digital platform with Aethos expanding network of hotels, clubs and bespoke travel experiences.

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Endless Events

MARCH 24, 2022

We’ve outlined 77 event KPIs and divided them into eight major groups: general and attendee event KPIs , financial event KPIs , marketing KPIs , audience engagement KPIs , presenter KPIs , sponsorship and tradeshow KPIs , event networking KPIs , community KPIs. Event Networking KPIs. We’ve outlined several in each group.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 6, 2025

In today’s fast-paced events industry, conferences have evolved into dynamic platforms for networking, knowledge sharing, and industry growth. On-Site Logistics: Coordinate with the venue to ensure its functionalities, such as adequate space for registration, breakout sessions, and networking areas, meet your requirements.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 2, 2024

The two professionals discussed not only how to build networks and maintain them, but the value these relationships add to a person’s professional life and how they can evolve.

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Endless Events

APRIL 4, 2022

Not only do matchmaking services change the way we can network at virtual events, but they also have immense potential to improve remote company culture and make the most of our internal meetings. “ Research on 60,000 Microsoft employees shows that the networks within Microsoft started withering with remote work.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Enhanced audience engagement is the #1 benefit of event platforms; it is the direct result of gamification, networking opportunities, and other features we outline below. Virtual networking. From chat rooms to breakout sessions, there are many ways you can design virtual networking experiences. Event gamification.

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Motivation Excellence

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

We are experts with years of experience and a network of amazing global partners. We recently planned an international sales meeting for more than 500 people, including breakout training sessions, off-site social gatherings and expert speakers, in just four months. “We When we work with a client, we become an extension of their team.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

The possibilities are truly endless when designing a custom floor plan for your Remo event that immerses attendees to any imaginable location (trade show floor, the moon, the beach, relaxing networking lounge). As an organizer, you can toggle between light and dark mode and enable or disable randomized or table-like speed networking. .

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 25, 2024

Network at the Innovation Pavilion kickoff happy hour in the evening. Attend breakout sessions such as “Navigating the Future of Work-linked Wanderlust” and “Secrets to Event Personalization” and network at the conference lunch. Network at the closing party that night. The evening event promises Texas-style fun.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The 2025 European Meetings & Events Conference (EMEC) gathered meeting professionals in Istanbul, Turkiye, for three days of education, exploration and networking in a city that blends old and new, East and West, business and pleasure.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Networking & Engagement. The chance to network is one of the main reasons people attend events. Even if attendee engagement and networking aren’t a priority for you, we still encourage you to keep an eye out for platforms that offer your audience the option to connect.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 3, 2025

Amid rapidly developing technology, trends that youve seen start as buds growing into full blossoms and networks that never stop growing, today is a day to celebrate meeting professionals everywhere and their contributions that make the world go round. Its Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID), once again! And what a special day it is.

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