Bizzabo

JUNE 2, 2021

Ever wonder how CMP, CSEP, CPCE, CGMP prepare you for event planning? Curious if event planning certifications can actually help you learn more about the industry or take your career to the next level? We'll also show you how to use online event planning classes to your advantage at the end of the article.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Training programs are upping the event planning standard. In recent weeks, two event professional organizations have launched certification programs and internet-based classes designed with the goal of making event profs better at what they do. Event Service Professionals Association’s Certification.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Heike Mahmoud , CMP, was one of the first European meeting professionals to earn the Certified Meting Professional (CMP) designation through the Events Industry Council (EIC) in 2006. Now, she feels inspired as she sees the certification’s global spread. “It One session introduced the CMP certification.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Meeting Professionals International’s leaders outlined a strong 2024 for the association’s educational and networking efforts. MPI Academy, Encore, and the International Council on Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Education are partnering to launch the Encore AV Fundamentals certificate program in January. •

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GEVME

MARCH 4, 2019

When you work in the event industry, sooner or later you will need qualification and certification of your skills to stand out from the bulk of planners and to provide proof of your expertise. Nowadays, you can find many event management professional certification programs and courses.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 15, 2023

About the CMP Events Industry Council launched the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) Program in 1985 to provide meeting industry professionals with specialized continuing education. Today, the CMP certification is a globally-recognized distinction. In 2006, he earned his CMP certification from EIC.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

He grew up to become one of Events Industry Council’s (EIC) proud Certified Meeting Professional (CMP). But this profession isn’t too far off; he tells Smart Meetings that “the discipline, preparation and vision” present in the fighter pilots of Top Gun are “all essential when leading a team and planning missions – I mean, events!”

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GEVME

JULY 16, 2021

Press Note: GEVME has announced the inaugural launch of a new Digital Event Management course, conducted in collaboration with Nanyang Polytechnic’s Center for Industry and Lifelong Learning. “As the events industry reinvents itself, the role of the event manager will evolve. .

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Endless Events

JUNE 5, 2023

The events industry is a melting pot of talent and diverse backgrounds, with event professionals bringing rich experiences and unique perspectives to the field. But this diversity of education and experience begs the question, do you need event planning certifications to stand out? Tune in to see where they land.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 11, 2024

What to expect at Business Events Industry Week 2024 The meetings and events industry calendar is a crowded place, filled with must-attend association conferences, regional gatherings and our own projects, especially in the summer and fall. April 8-11 to incorporate the spirit of Global Meetings Industry Day in the festivities. “We

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Education was a critical component to career success that my parents had instilled in me, resulting in my focus to pursue professional education and learning to establish credibility and provide advancement and opportunities in a competitive landscape,” he said. And, he says, many of them held the CMP designation. Where is He Now?

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Event Industry News

APRIL 27, 2022

The Meetings Industry Association has launched a range of new sector-specific certified training courses to assist the professional development of those working in business meetings and events and to support individuals new to the industry. They will then receive a certificate on completion of each course.”.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

event:decision, the #1 global partner for event sustainability, has released a new tool for event planners, Impact. Impact assesses, benchmarks and certifies events in a wide-range of environmental, social and governance factors. This data is assessed, benchmarked and certification issued to confirm assessment.

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 30, 2023

The event industry is awash in sustainability issues, and everyone seems to have a “solution” to the fact that meetings and events are hard on the planet. Ask about data and/or certification Companies that offer low- or zero-carbon emission solutions must do the math to make this claim—and you should ask to see it. or the U.S.

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PCMA Convene

APRIL 1, 2024

Courtney Mesmer The data in the “ Freeman Trends Report: 2024 Attendee Intent and Behavior ,” released in January by the global events company, not only quantified many of the disconnects that Mesmer was working to overcome, but provided evidence that she was on the right track. Only 23 percent preferred “hall-style sessions.”

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Velvet Chainsaw

JUNE 19, 2018

With the advent of DIY solutions, business models that include sponsorship and the ability to reach a global audience, we’re seeing an increased focus on expanding the impact of virtual events. Tagoras’ aim is to assess the role of virtual conferences and similar virtual events are playing in the broader events market.

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Event planning is a lucrative and evergreen career choice. The global event management market is estimated to be worth $6.36 With the rapid growth in the event industry, now is the time to get certified and propel your career. What Is Event Planning Certification and Why Do You Need It.

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QC Event School

JUNE 20, 2022

When it comes to finding the right event planning school, there are a lot of things to consider. How can you tell if an event planning academy is reputable or not? In this article, we’ll show you how to choose an event planning school that’s right for YOU and your career goals! Online Event Planning School.

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Grenadine

APRIL 27, 2021

In a rapidly changing professional landscape, one of the largest obstacles our clients report facing is simply keeping up. Taking the time to maintain and grow your network is just as important a factor in your success as actually planning your events. They offer certification programs as well as other educational resources.

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Attendease

JUNE 28, 2023

Event management software pricing has become more complicated over the years as the industry has evolved. Event management software has revolutionized the way events are planned, organized, and executed. When the Covid-19 pandemic forced the world into lockdowns, many event professionals pivoted to virtual events.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 17, 2022

The new tool will be rolled out through the company’s corporate meetings consulting arm, BCD Meetings & Event and could help meeting professionals reach ambitious greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets by 2050. . How does it work? The guide focuses on carbon dioxide emissions, food and waste, along with paper and plastic.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Editor’s Note: We asked Amy Calvert , CEO of Events Industry Council, to share her perspective on how meeting professionals are evolving to meet the needs of post-pandemic era events and why professional designations like CMPs are changing to support that shift. More : Smart U: Meeting Professional Online Classes.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Their living document strategy enables Greater Miami and The Beaches (GM&B) to address urbanization, globalization and climate change. GMCVB’s website is full of resources for planners to organize the most sustainable Miami meeting or event possible. Two more options offer further support, resources and certifications.

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QC Event School

APRIL 13, 2021

Neena McConnell is a QC Event School graduate, Student Ambassador, and professional floral designer. As the proud owner of Wallflower Events & Designs , she specializes in event and wedding planning, event decor, floristry, and so much more! The Importance of Getting a Wedding Planner Certification.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

To her, being an event professional is much in the same vein. There, she began working closely with the event planner. “As Where She Is Now Dolecki now serves as director of conferences and events for The Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME). She leads successful events with the help of the AttendeeHub app.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 14, 2022

The Events Industry Council (EIC), the voice of the global business events today announced the election of its 2022 Board of Directors. Sherrif has a wealth of knowledge of the global business and events sector and is a respected voice in the industry.

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

An experiential event strategist for an association for the past five years, she’s just become associate vice president overseeing events at Women in Cable Telecommunications, in Washington, D.C. in meeting and event management. There are an amazing number of options for course curriculums, certificates and degrees to be earned.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

After reading these stories, you can earn one clock hour of CMP certification by visiting the Convene CMP Series page to answer questions about them. The Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) is a registered trademark of the Events Industry Council. Here’s what its digital event strategy looks like now. READ MORE

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Prestige Events Magazine

JULY 6, 2021

Yesterday (6 July 2021) the Events Industry Council (EIC), the global voice of the business events industry on advocacy, research, professional recognition and standards , announces the appointment of Augustine (Gus) Chijioke as Director of Certification & Education.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Companies and customers have utilized these exhibitions to buy and sell products and exchange ideas globally. 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 pounds of landfill waste per person, per day.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 15, 2021

Digital Event Strategist Spotlight: Carola Van Der Hoeff. It is no secret that COVID-19 has upended the business events industry. As digital events are taking a prominent place in recovery, event planners are left at the proverbial crossroads. My background is primarily as a professional conference organizer.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The global professional organization officially launched 50 years ago in 1973 in that very city and has since grown to include more than 2,000 members, delivering research, education and networking. More Wise Words from SITE Global With dozens of sessions over three days, some of the most challenging industry issues were addressed.

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Event Industry News

MAY 24, 2019

The Events Industry Council, in partnership with IMEX, awarded the 2019 IMEX-EIC Innovation in Sustainability Award to Global Climate Action Summit before an audience of hundreds of industry leaders at an awards gala during IMEX Frankfurt last night.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Eager to be equipped with knowledge and skills to produce virtual events for her organization, Shira Gordon became certified as a Digital Event Strategist (DES) with full support from her employer, the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC). How did you get into the events industry?

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Here are some ways to find good people and invest in their professional development, plus some ideas for getting by until you’ve got a full team in place. According to Gallup’s latest State of the Global Workplace Report , only 21 percent of people feel engaged at work, and nearly half feel stressed.

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Socio Events

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Have you ever wondered how to become an event planner? In this blog, we’ll walk you through exactly what you need to know about working in the rapidly growing event planning industry. From the perks of the job to tricks of the trade, let’s explore everything an aspiring event planner needs to become a certified professional.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 23, 2021

UFI, the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, and the Virtual Events Institute (VEI) have announced a strategic partnership. The partnership will see VEI appointed as an official UFI Education Partner to provide education and training on digital and hybrid events to help upskill UFI members.

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