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Circularity: The Biggest Shift for Trade Shows in 2024 

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However, the negative impact of waste generated at events on the environment has been an ongoing concern and challenge in the industry. On average, events produce 2.5 As a result, Events Industry Council (EIC) updated its standards in 2022 to enhance sustainable practices across the events industry.

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Smaller Cities Cater to All the Senses

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How to stretch event budgets Meeting planners consider a lot of factors when crafting the perfect experience for their attendees. When looking for that perfect spot to host an event, meeting planners may want to expand their search off the beaten path and explore beyond the usual suspects. Watch the entire virtual FAM here.

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Hawaii Convention Center Brings More Mahalo to Mother Earth

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Event planners and marketers looking to produce engaging experiences while reducing their overall carbon footprint can now do so in the heart of paradise: Hawaii. Read More: How IMEX Frankfurt Answered Critical Questions for a Sustainable Event. Read More: Bottom Line: A Lighter Footprint and the Environmental Impact of Meetings.

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Hamilton Event Agency Awarded for “Pivot” to Help Save Lives

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The global event marketing agency Hamilton has been recognized with an EDDIE award for an exceptionally smart move in February. The company transitioned from immersive brand events to vaccination events. Event on Ivy Tech Community College campus in Sellersburg; Photo credit: Courtney Cantor. Transitioning the Mission.

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Lessons Learned from MPI WEC in Mexico

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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. Louis required VanDeventer and the team to pivot.

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The Complete Guide to Early Bird Registration for Events

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Successfully marketing an event relies on creating and capturing demand throughout the entire event registration process. Breaking down event marketing into stages allows event planners to appeal to different audiences at different times throughout the registration process. Free event planning tools at your fingertips.

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How A Destination Management Company Will Help Your Corporate Event

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How A Destination Management Company Will Help Your Corporate Event A destination management company (DMC) can help you create a memorable and seamless experience for your guests. When managing guests in a new, foreign location, it is important to have a well-planned strategy in place. You’ll also want to know what their room is like.