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3 Trends for the Future: Amplifying Diverse Creators, Ritualistic Apps, The Artisan Wave

Convene by PCMA

I can’t leave this trend without bringing up an elephant in the conference center, so to speak: Events that are “painfully short of any speakers outside of white men.” Who is not at the table and who does not see themselves in this panel or conference?’ Because representation is so incredibly important, and it matters so much.”

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Conference Reimagines Downtown by Expanding Beyond Chicago’s ‘Loop’

Convene by PCMA

4-6 conference did take place in the Loop, including panels, talks, and a 50-vendor exhibit hall at the conference hotel, the Palmer House Hilton, as well as opening and closing receptions, at the Merchandise Mart and the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago. And much of the Oct.

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15 Best Hospitality Trade Shows and Events

Hotel Engine

Take a weekend to immerse yourself in the latest and greatest new ideas and cutting-edge inventions, while networking and creating valuable connections with vendors and fellow industry professionals. At this time, the event is not set up for remote attendance. Because this is an expo only, there is no remote attendance.

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In-Person vs. Virtual vs. Hybrid: How to Choose Your Event Format

Meeting Tomorrow

Support of local vendors who have been impacted COVID . Socio’s recent webinar , “When Virtual Meets In-Person: Run a Successful Hybrid Event,” which incorporated audiences in different locations as well as hybrid panels. You have speakers who are comfortable speaking to two audiences at once. Cons: Travel costs for attendees .

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14 Fun and Engaging Virtual Event Networking Ideas To Foster Connections and Build Your Network

Eventtia

Secondly, it means that those living in remote locations or unable to attend physical events due to mobility issues can still benefit from participating in virtual networking activities and conferences. There are fewer obstacles when booking vendors, venues, or other logistics that may be needed for a live event.

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Your Virtual Event Sucks: Here’s How To Make It Better

Endless Events

It’s not the AV company who says, “Hey, here’s a speaker, good luck. Yeah, you need this speaker and I’ll set it up for you,” and you have no idea how it works. “I think we’re about to see a revolution in remote speakers. Figure it out.” ” Or, “Hey.

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Here Are The 22 Best Event Platforms To Use In 2022!

Endless Events

Grip makes it very easy to show interest in other attendees and participating vendors. A note to planners : There is currently no strong solution native to the platform for 1:1 or group video meetings to take place to connect a remote and in-person audience. EXVO is the event platform that makes a remote world feel closer.

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