Motivation Excellence

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

I love the conversations I get to have with participants and hearing about how excited they are about their upcoming travel experiences! I was with Motivation Excellence through some pretty big events in my life; celebrating with my team when I turned 21, getting married and having a baby (all back in the 2001-2011 time).

Social Media 211

Social Media Incentives Preparation Travel 211

Conferences that Work

MARCH 18, 2024

On Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at 10:00 EDT I’ll sit down with Martin Duffy and Paul Nunesdea on LinkedIn Live for a deep dive into peer conferences : participant-driven, participation-rich events I’ve designed and facilitated for over thirty years. ” Check out the extensive list of folks who have already registered.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 5, 2021

As we move into pandemic recovery, virtual and hybrid events will remain top of mind for many marketing teams, with 92 percent of companies planning to host a digital event, conference or meet-up at some point in the year. Open video conference rooms before or after the event for attendees to hang out. How to Spread the Word.

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Virtual Events Attendee Social Media Speakers 279

Smart Meetings

JULY 22, 2022

Newly opened Thompson Austin is tailored to the needs of meetings and events professionals. of indoor and outdoor event space between one ballroom, four boardrooms and a fourth-floor restaurant. of event space, Origin Austin’s Flight Room can accommodate up to 49 guests for small to mid-sized meetings. With 799 sq. Hotel Per La.

Sports 245

Sports Fashion Banking Entertainment 245

ADMEI

JANUARY 17, 2024

From corporate conferences to large social gatherings, planning an event in a destination away from home is quite an undertaking. Thankfully, event professionals have the opportunity to partner with onsite experts in the locale of their choice. Both of these resources can be incredibly helpful for event organizers.

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Organization Destination Management Transportation Logistics 225

Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

AI Wizards: The Ultimate #EventProfs Battle for Excellence,” part of the Tech Playground, promised to answer the question: Are meeting professionals — and their events — better off using gen AI? One of the teams discusses ideas for the challenge to create an innovative marketing campaign for an upcoming event. ‘We

Organization 111

Organization Registration Events Publishing 111

Smart Meetings

MAY 4, 2022

Considering Philadelphia for your upcoming conference or event? A Must for Your Bucket List. Condé Nast Traveler added the city to its 2021 Gold List , joining only seven other destinations around the world. Start Planning Today! Pennsylvania Convention Center. Ongoing Customer Support. Start Planning Today !

Meeting 130

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 17, 2022

The one-day event at Hamilton Hotel in the heart of Washington, D.C., Be in the room where it happens by registering for an upcoming Smart Meetings Experience Today. Here is the short list of ways to gain financial freedom with small, incremental changes. Financial independence allows you to do what you want.

Attendee 246

Attendee Meeting Automation Sponsors 246

Smart Meetings

AUGUST 30, 2022

Want to include this fresh and green cuisine into your upcoming event? From the West Coast to the East Coast and everywhere in between, Smart Meetings has compiled a list of American cities that have embraced the farm-to-table ideology, including restaurants capable of providing your event with the trending cuisine.

Advertising 246

Advertising Trends Conference Sustainability 246

Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

The events industry is waking up to the importance of event data for reaching event marketing goals and proving ROI. A vast source of valuable data is attendee tracking – one of the most powerful ways event professionals can measure event marketing success. Attendee tracking starts at event registration.

Benefits 303

Benefits Attendee Registration Audience 303

Smart Meetings

JULY 19, 2023

of flexible event space is made up of 6 meeting rooms, the largest accommodating about 600 guests. Alongside the latest technology, these spaces are equipped with an advanced translator system to accommodate events with guests who speak different languages. Read More: Meet in Europe Over 5,850 sq.

Fashion 246

Fashion Retail Hospitality Location 246

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Hargrove sets an example for planning events that go off without a hitch through their government shutdown contingency plan After the venue booking, event design, attendee lists, emails, emails and more emails, your event is all ready to go—finally! Contingency plans are the answer to your prayers. 29 to Oct 1.

Government 239

Government Trade Show Culture Planner 239

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Impact XM shares seven sustainable action areas for planning green meetings Global event and experiential marketing agency Impact XM believes that sustainability is not an end goal, but a practice. As part of its efforts to educate its employees, clients and industry, the company created a list of seven sustainable action areas.

Sustainability 263

Sustainability Transportation Attendee Venue 263

Convene by PCMA

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

But the headlines hold very good news for those working in the business events industry: Among the jobs expected to be least exposed to the threat posed by generative AI’s impact are those that involve both human interaction and complex thinking skills.

Organization 122

Organization Training Automation Events 122

Endless Events

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

?? The Best of the Best: Event Marketing: How to Measure Event Marketing Success. Mic Up: Microphones For Events – How Many Do You Need? ? Need some additional help making sure you budget for event marketing? Download our Event Budget Spreadsheet Template! . ???? How effective is your event marketing? (24-minute

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Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Events 220

Convene by PCMA

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

1 overall in its list of the top 30 U.S. The ranking weighting system the Journal used meant that even if a convention center had a high ranking in terms of its surroundings, if it didn’t hit the marks in terms of facility size and amenities, it fell lower on the list — for example, the Henry B. convention centers. Stay tuned.

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Planner Meeting Site Selection Venue 105

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Now that destination locations are once again available for business event and incentive planning, international business travel has been thriving. Destinations which were previously unable to receive or provide hospitality accommodations for large groups are lifting border restrictions and are back to hosting international business events.

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Travel Travel Insurance Incentives 264

Convene by PCMA

APRIL 1, 2024

As you consider the next place to take your attendees, here are three main reasons why Tampa Bay should be at the top of your list. As more attendees consider merging a meeting with a vacation, Tampa Bay offers a mile-long list of reasons to come early and stay late for more fun. More waterfront spaces and hotel options for meetings.

Conference 52

Conference Attendee Education Meeting 52

Endless Events

MAY 29, 2020

?? The Best of the Best: Know The Difference: Virtual Event Platform vs Virtual Event Production Company. Trends… But Make It Virtual: 2020 Virtual Event Trends. ? Will is hosting a webinar LIVE this Friday all about the virtual event trends of 2020. And that’s why hybrid events will be the future.

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Virtual Events Platform Production Affiliate 257

Endless Events

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Event professionals are so other-focused that they often forget about themselves. Those who do not take time to tune in with their event teams are at a far greater risk for event planner burnout. Those who do not take time to tune in with their event teams are at a far greater risk for event planner burnout.

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Remote Events Culture Retreat 296

MeetingsNet

AUGUST 24, 2023

Representing thousands of hotel workers in Southern California, Unite Here Local 11 calls for a boycott of the entire city by meetings and events. A few groups had already moved upcoming meetings out of hotels without a new union contract. A list of the union’s contract desires can be found in this MeetingsNet article.

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Meeting Contracts Contracts Panel 98

Endless Events

NOVEMBER 24, 2019

The Best of the Best: Holiday Gift Guide: Our Favorite Gifts for Event Professionals. Protecting the Environment: Sustainability in Events – Recognizing The Social & Human Impact of the Industry. ? Start saving yourself some time and money today by downloading our list of Top 20 AV Mistakes to Avoid!

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Sustainability Trends Production Events 234

Endless Events

MAY 28, 2021

The road ahead seems promising for the return to live events. And while many planners and attendees alike are more than ready to return to live events in full swing, there are a few things to consider. A Return To Live Events Requires Safety. Additionally, keep in mind the design of the event itself.

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Management Venue Events Attendee 334

Traveler's Q

DECEMBER 21, 2023

In today’s highly competitive event industry, it is increasingly important for event organizers to leverage the latest tools and techniques to promote and sell tickets for their events. However, not all platforms are created equal, and event organizers need to select the one that best fits their needs.

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Website Marketing Marketing Social Media 130

Social Tables

JUNE 1, 2023

Professional event planners and marketers know that there is no one-size-fits all strategy for successful event marketing. Marketers are tasked with reaching members of their target audience, enticing them to register for an event, and continuing communications all the way up to the event to encourage attendance.

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Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Social Media 148

All Conference Alert

JANUARY 25, 2024

From Eastern Europe to Western Europe and the UK — we have curated a list of the best cities in Europe to attend conferences They’re not just places for learning; you get to witness an amazing experience too! Imagine meeting new people and attending important events in exciting places. Let’s see the list!

Conference 52

Conference Culture Venue Transportation 52

Social Tables

JUNE 29, 2023

From online community awareness campaigns to out-of-the-box nonprofit event planning ideas, thoughtful preparation can help increase the success of fundraising activities. In this guide, we walk you through the process of planning a nonprofit event step-by-step. Master nonprofit event planning in 10 simple steps 1.

Event Planning 78

Event Planning Social Media Vendor Advertising 78

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Thanks to the exceptional backing from the Kansas Department of Commerce, Wichita State University and others, we were able to capitalize on our 2022 achievements and expand the event’s scope in 2023.” Its second annual event just took place on Oct. They later realized how restrictive this approach was. “We Lesson learned.

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Technology Technology Events Education 130

Eventbrite

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

For event creators, a save-the-date email campaign makes a great solution for when you want to stake out a day for an upcoming event. For example, those on your email list — prior event registrants — appreciate the heads-up to clear their calendars for your event.

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Registration Events Event Marketing Marketing 52

Convene by PCMA

MARCH 18, 2024

A slow and steady strategy — with long-term goals and omni-channel tactics — will help win the race to attract audiences for your events. Historically, event marketers have focused narrowly — and often, exclusively — on the present show cycle. Most of us can’t rely on the lists that helped us exceed our goals in 2019.

Marketing 52

Marketing Marketing Prospect Public Relations 52

MeetingsNet

AUGUST 4, 2023

Further, event speakers and other participants might have to fly into a meeting destination one night earlier to ensure they get to the event on time, while some attendees might duck out of a meeting early on the final day to catch a flight home. percent lower than they were in June 2019.

Airlines 98

Airlines Travel Travel Meeting 98

Endless Events

MAY 30, 2018

Alternative Event Venues are a huge and growing trend this year. In fact, we listed it as one of our emerging event trends for 2018. As an industry, we are pushing the boundaries and definition of where events can be held. But how do you find these alternative event venues? Why venue walkthroughs are so important.

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Venue Events Trends Preparation 239

Traveler's Q

JULY 7, 2023

Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! As you dive into wedding planning, one of the most important tasks on your to-do list will be creating your wedding guest list. Your wedding guest list can set the tone for your entire day and ultimately impact the size of your venue, catering options, and more.

Communications 130

Communications Communications Venue Preparation 130

Convene by PCMA

MAY 19, 2023

More than 90 percent of employees listed flexible work hours, paid maternity leave, flexible work location, family benefits such as paid daycare, and paid paternity leave among their top five most-wanted policies. But fewer than half of the employers indicated they offer these benefits.

Benefits 98

Benefits Technology Technology Location 98

Traveler's Q

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

In today’s digital age, having a successful event website is essential for maximizing your event’s online reach. An event website serves as a centralized location for all information related to the event, from event details and registration to agenda and speaker bios. Why Do You Need an Event Website?

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Website Online Social Media Registration 130

Traveler's Q

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Note: Many cultural or religious traditions may be part of your wedding that aren’t listed here. To ensure your ceremony is seamless, start by creating a wedding timeline that details the entire day’s itinerary, including the ceremony, reception, and any pre- or post-wedding events.

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Rehearsal Logistics Transportation Vendor 130

Endless Events

OCTOBER 25, 2022

It’s easy to get excited about sourcing speakers, finding sponsors, and booking your venue, but you can’t overlook an often-forgotten component of event planning: event branding. . Event branding is a must if you want tangible results from your event. But how do you brand an entire event? Branded messaging.

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Events Social Media Promotion Event Planning 194