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12 Event Trends and Shifts for 2021

Attendease

Communication from the first touchpoint must answer the questions every experienced traveler will have. Next is the Social Contract, the new Code of Conduct with the event where we agree to maintain safe distancing, wear masks and to not participate if we are feeling unwell. Passing Trend: Hugless. Micro-Trend: Ultra Personalization.

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Guest blog: The event industry gets serious about sustainability

Event Industry News

Social value is an umbrella term used to describe any initiative that makes a positive contribution to society and the environment such as smart resource usage, working with suppliers that are social enterprises, providing good working conditions and environmental sustainability.

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The New Bottom Line

SmartMeetings

How to prepare for 2023 contract negotiations Yes, we’re out of the pandemic shutdown, but it’s not back to “business as usual.” From workforce shortages to inflation worries, what should event planners be looking for when it comes to 2023 contracts? On the “high” side: Larger deposits up-front for hotel contracts.

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12 Event Trends and Shifts for 2021

Attendease

Communication from the first touchpoint must answer the questions every experienced traveler will have. Next is the Social Contract, the new Code of Conduct with the event where we agree to maintain safe distancing, wear masks and to not participate if we are feeling unwell. Passing Trend: Hugless. Micro-Trend: Ultra Personalization.

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Building a Winning Corporate Events Program: 7 Critical Success Factors

Attendease

When building out a corporate events program, several critical factors must be considered to ensure the organization’s long-term success and sustainability. Make sure you have signed contracts in place at least three months out. Here’s how to get internal buy-in.

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Smart Moves in San Antonio, Atlanta and More

Smart Meetings

With over 25 years of experience in travel, tourism and business events, and in leadership roles with Starwood Hotels and Resorts and Destination Toronto, he brings extensive experience to oversee BestCities operations, focusing on their values of legacy, sustainability and advancement of the global impact of meeting events.

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10 Can’t-Miss Education Sessions at IMEX America

MeetingsNet

discussions to a “Belong-a-palooza” to a filmmaker workshop, fresh topics will complement evergreen sessions such as event contracting and meeting security, for a lively educational agenda. From generative A.I For every trend, we had three to 10 sessions in the works,” she notes.