Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 15, 2018

Brandy Hudgins Hudgins has been named sales manager of small meetings for Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB). She has been with ACVB since 2015, previously serving as trade show sales coordinator and administrative assistant.

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Connect Your Meetings

JULY 9, 2019

Meet the “In-Crowd,” our 2019 Connect Association 40 Under 40. 31 • Associate Manager of Meetings. Destination Tahoe Meetings & Events. 33 • Senior Manager, Meetings and Events. 37 • Director of Education and Meetings. 35 • Director, Meetings & Conventions. 34 • Meeting Planner. Alena Frey.

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a2z Innovation Insider

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Meet David Adkins, Associate Project Manager with a2z, in our ‘Meet the Team’ series. . I move on to my to-do list, prep for any upcoming meetings, and incorporate incoming requests while remaining cognizant of importance. A: Being on-site for Glassbuild 2018 in Atlanta during Hurricane Irma.

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Event Leadership Institute

MAY 26, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic upended the meeting and event industry, forcing businesses to immediately reevaluate everything from their event portfolios, services, staffing, technology, and more. The Future of Trade Shows. When trade shows return, will it be business as usual? Nurturing 365 Memberships and Communities.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 1, 2020

The event strategists at mdg have been providing ongoing guidance to producers of trade shows, conferences, meetings and corporate events about how to approach the necessary shift in planning, marketing and communications. Here are a few highlights. Start the strategic planning process anew.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 7, 2021

The positive news for the industry is that 75% of respondents believe exhibitions will be as or more important than they were pre-COVID, with the majority of respondents citing a lack of alternatives to the face-to-face business opportunities offered by sector-specific trade shows. Safety sentiment lifts.

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MeetingsNet

DECEMBER 6, 2018

A recent survey at IBTM World finds planners expecting wider adoption in 2019, while a facial-recognition product won the show's emerging-technology award.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

For example, the Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market added a curated shopping experience using lifestyle influencers as guides. E3 created a live ESPORTS arena within the show. When you look at your annual meeting or trade show through a new lens, I guarantee you’ll begin to see the possibilities.

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Connect Your Meetings

JUNE 4, 2018

In January 2016, two of Georgia’s destination marketing organizations, Meet College Park and Meet East Point, combined and rebranded to become ATL Airport District. When we initially started out, we were Meet College Park because we only handled one city. Two more organizations (Union City and Hapeville) quickly followed suit.

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PCMA Convene

MAY 29, 2021

In addition, the 62nd ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition took place online Dec. Convene spoke with Reed in late February to learn how he and his team reengineered the annual meeting not as a short-term strategy but to make it a sustainable enterprise — and a more valuable experience for all participants — for the coming years.

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CadmiumCD

JUNE 12, 2019

As a meeting planner, you work closely with people in your target market every day, so you don’t need a tool to help you identify their needs and wants. For example, you can launch a subscribers-only group where you post tips and tricks on organizing and running successful conferences and trade shows. Prospect.io.

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Connect Your Meetings

MAY 4, 2017

26 • Meeting Services Specialist. 31 • Trade Show Strategy Specialist. 38 • Program Manager, Conferences and Meetings. 32 • Director of Meetings. 24 • Meetings Manager. 29 • Senior Meeting Planner. 35 • Meeting Planner. 31 • Meeting Planner. 34 • Director of Meetings and Conferences.

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Event Leadership Institute

DECEMBER 31, 2017

Meeting & Event Job Openings | January 2018. Meeting & Events Planner | Carlson Wagonlit Travel | Hartford, CT. Trade Show Operations Manager | Urban Expositions | Trumbull, CT. Meetings & Events Manager | Marriott International | Bal Harbour, FL. Events Manager | Ingenius Med | Atlanta, GA.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Returning to F2F, do alcohol and meetings still mix? Faceplanted on the table during a global investigator meeting, causing four glass bottles to topple to the floor.”. He never made it down for the remaining two days of the meetings.”. “A It’s one of those things you never forget, even when years have passed. Yes, they did.

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Connect Your Meetings

JANUARY 17, 2018

To give a scope of the renovation’s importance, consider that in 2016, Las Vegas hosted nearly 22,000 meetings, conventions and trade shows, which directly supported an estimated 54,800 jobs paying $2.3 billion in wages and salaries. The idea is to maintain current business and attract new events.

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Event Leadership Institute

JANUARY 31, 2018

Meeting & Event Job Openings | February 2018. Trade Show Operations Manager | Urban Expositions | Trumbull, CT. Meeting & Event Manager | Koncept Events | Fort Lauderdale, FL. Events Manager | The Coca-Cola Company | Atlanta, GA. Atlanta, GA. Learn More. Global Event Manager | Conduent, Inc.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 11, 2018

On Wednesday, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) experienced a 2-hour long power outage at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This was the second day of the annual trade show, which hosts around 180,000 attendees. Consider the blackout at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) just a month ago.

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PCMA Convene

JULY 31, 2017

In participating in the nominating process for our Best in Show awards program this year, DeBolt, director of meetings and events for PLM World, singled out Roberta Tisdul, CMP, senior convention services manager for Visit Indy, in our Convention Services/CVB category. Then she had more to say. Teamwork seemed to be a theme this year.

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Ins'Tent

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

Automobile trade shows dominate America’s expos. New York International Auto Show. If you are seeking private label programs, to meet growers, producers, and more, this expo is the place to be. Washington Auto Show. When you look at a list of the top expos of 2019, it becomes obvious that Americans love cars.

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 9, 2019

Not Miami, or Atlanta, or Washington D.C. Rent one of five spaces for your next business meeting. They also come to attend a wide range of events including business meetings and anniversary parties. But the space is also versatile and can be rearranged to host festivals or trade shows instead of concerts.

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Event Leadership Institute

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

Technical Meeting & Event Production. Event & Meeting Management Fundamentals. Meeting & Event Job Openings. Events Manager | The Coca-Cola Company | Atlanta, GA. Atlanta, GA. Events Management Coordinator | The Home Depot | Atlanta, GA. Corporate Meeting Planner | Direct Travel | Chicago, IL.

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PCMA Convene

APRIL 2, 2017

But just 27 miles away, at the Atlanta Convention Center at AmericasMart, alcohol can be served — as long as law enforcement is present, recalled Kristofer Herlitz, HMCC, managing director of AIM Group International. He found this out a few years ago while managing a meeting of the American Wholesale Marketers Association. “I

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 15, 2016

Smart Meetings Copy Editor Dan Johnson and Publisher Eric Haase are attending ASAE 2016. Visit Savannah's Jeff Hewitt tells Smart Meetings' Dan Johnson about the city's lure. John Cychol, VP of meeting sales for Fort Worth CVB, invites groups to visit his happening city. Last Updated August 15, 2016 – 3:50 PM.

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Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Trade Shows - Trade shows give companies in a specific industry the opportunity to showcase their products and services. Whereas most conferences are open to the public, trade shows usually require a screening process for buyers, company reps, and press. CES (Consumer Electronics Show). Orlando, FL.

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Bizzabo

DECEMBER 19, 2018

They are known for planning epic events, creating amazing exhibits and organize engaging trade shows. AlliedPRA creates local destination experiences for meetings, incentives and events that move hearts, minds and businesses forward to deliver unforgettable moments. BCD Meetings & Events. Atlanta, GA.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

What I love about my job: I enjoy the art of the sales process and meeting execution. In brain writing, your team writes down their ideas before a meeting instead of brainstorming out loud at a meeting. I also stay on top of industry trends and attend event-industry trade shows all over the world. Tracy Blair.

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Bizzabo

MARCH 28, 2019

Event planners have up to 13,000-square-feet of meeting space to work with, as well as a 3,300-square-foot ballroom. As an event space, it is capable of hosting large gatherings, meetings, weddings, and even escape rooms. Looking for a home run of a space for trade shows, meetings, social gatherings, concerts, weddings, and more?

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Allseated Vision enhances client experience and allows venues the opportunity to sell their event space and work with clients virtually, with virtual tours accessible across multiple platforms (mobile, desktop, and VR headset), eliminating the need for on-site meetings — which is more critical than ever before! million visitors.

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Stova

MARCH 20, 2023

After all, meeting with colleagues and other industry professionals face-to-face or virtually can be an incredibly valuable and worthwhile experience, no matter your goals. The Special Event March 27 - 30, 2023 – Orlando, FL If you’re an event professional, The Special Event is your show.

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Bizzabo

JULY 3, 2019

What started in 2003 as a small sales and software trade show has steadily grown into one of the most popular can't miss events of the year. So why not be like Salesforce and meet your audience where they already are? Key Takeaway: Dreamforce is a perfect example of the motto, "Go big or go home." Tableau Conference Europe.

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Meeting Tomorrow

APRIL 17, 2019

She oversees all digital marketing efforts from the Atlanta, GA headquarters. Gauging the success of a corporate event is all about understanding its effects on your business. About the author: Lee Becknell serves as the Digital Marketing Manager for Pinnacle Promotions. Lee has been with Pinnacle for over six years.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

What I love about my job: I enjoy the art of the sales process and meeting execution. In brain writing, your team writes down their ideas before a meeting instead of brainstorming out loud at a meeting. I also stay on top of industry trends and attend event-industry trade shows all over the world. Tracy Blair.

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Bizzabo

MARCH 30, 2018

Summits - Summits are often meetings with high level professionals to discuss the newest findings in a field. International Conference Annual Meeting. Atlanta, GA. That is why AMLE has created a multifaceted conference to meet the needs of every educator—no matter how they learn. Honolulu, HI. New York, NY. Nashville, TN.

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PCMA Convene

JULY 31, 2016

It is a truth universally acknowledged that the meetings and conventions industry is built on relationships — one on one, face to face, rooted in competence and trust. So when we decided to do something different for the fifth year of our Best in Show awards, it didn’t take long to figure out what. Our readers did not disappoint.

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 23, 2019

Book your next business meeting, fundraiser, wedding reception, or birthday party here and get access to delicious food and drink menus; tables, chairs, and house linens; and quality A/V equipment. Nationwide has multiple meeting spaces with capacities ranging between 12 and 800. Meetings at this hotel are always spectacular.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

Meeting organizers who don’t think harassment is a potential issue at their own events are being naive, said Jacob Kaplan-Moss, one of the volunteer organizers of PyCon, the largest annual gathering for the community that uses and develops Python, an open-source programming language. Put It in Writing.

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