Smart Meetings

AUGUST 10, 2022

Alison Brooks, director of destination experience and advocacy at Visit Mesa , and Julie Pingston, president and CEO of Greater Lansing Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB ) , proactively addressed the issue at Destinations International Annual Convention 2022 in Toronto, Canada, last month. Recognizing the Need. Representation is Key.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 29, 2024

A recent visit to Sedona Mago Center for Well-being for a taste of Body & Brain Wellness experiences in Arizona was a reminder that as meeting professionals, we have to look holistically at how we treat our guests physically, challenge them mentally and support them spiritually.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Event Coordinator – An Event Coordinator is the on site eyes and ears for the Event Planner. An EC usually runs things on site. Ensures that all of the suppliers show up, that entertainment is there, the caterers are serving the correct food and on site staff are doing what they should be.

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Eventmobi

MAY 19, 2021

Below is an example of a tiered sponsorship model: Free Resource: download this handy guide that shows you how to create event tech sponsorship packages. If the event is using gamification, include challenges where attendees need to interact with sponsors and visit their booths in order to collect points and prizes. Event App Design.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Leave your phone, laptop, tablets and everything else in the hotel room as you visit Osa Peninsula and experience places like Golfo Dulce, one of the only tropical fjords in the world. With nature always a focus of Costa Rica, groups can visit the Science and Nature Center.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 21, 2018

Some of the things that clients and I have discussed releasing in advance range from keynote names in the event app a few weeks before they go on your website (giving them that ‘early adopter’ feeling), to exclusive access to menus at different meals before arriving on-site. Enlist Speakers to Promote Your App Before the Event. Download Now.

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ePly

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Areas to measure their satisfaction include the number of people who visited their booths, the number of leads they generated, and overall impressions and feedback regarding the event. For instance, a person visits your website and downloads a digital asset like a report or white paper you offer.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 3, 2023

Practice Coordination and Confidentiality The delegation planning to stay at Royal Lancaster London will first meet with the diplomatic and corporate senior sales manager and the safety and security manager prior to the VIP visit. A dedicated hotel security team is on site to help execute the security plan and coordinate all VIP movements.

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Endless Events

MARCH 13, 2020

Site Visits: AV Related Things On A Site Visit: 17 Points To Check! ? I hand-selected the following articles to help guide you in the direction of thinking creatively and keeping your event afloat. ? The Mega Guide to Live Streaming Events. Keep AV in mind while doing a site visit! (19-minute

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PCMA Convene

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

When event professionals think about creating accessible events, their minds likely go to in-person events held in venues, and their need to ensure there are such on-site provisions as ramps on property and captions on screens during presentations. Visit Function Central to view its full guide to health and safety for event planning.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Pre-Event Setup & Site Visit. Even though you can plan an event without a site visit , seeing your venue is a great opportunity to gauge how much time you need to set your event space up. Check out our Whiteboard Wednesday video about AV-related things on a site visit to look out for if you want to learn more!

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

He recounted last April when he visited a farm and had a meal where all the food was local. Putting It into Practice The Department of Agriculture works and Visit Virginia Beach have a symbiotic relationship, bringing in conventions from across the U.S. to Virginia Beach Convention Center. We have a lot of great resources here.

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SpotMe Blog

AUGUST 16, 2023

Because investigators, study coordinators, and site teams are tired of spending hours passively listening to uninteresting information that’s not tailored to them. Find out how to master investigator meeting planning using compliant technology in this complete guide and give your clinical trial the best chance of success!

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

In this guide, you will learn everything you need to know about how to plan a successful experiential product launch event, from examples and types of effective events, to what to do before and after the event to create an experience that leaves a lasting impression on your audience. 2 #KAI #?? #???? Product Launch Event Planning .

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MPI

APRIL 23, 2024

Ten area distillery experiences are available for attendees to visit, but if you’re attending MPI’s World Education Congress (WEC), May 20-22, don’t delay in making your reservation—distillery tours tend to sell out quickly and it’s important to plan ahead and book early!

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Attendease

APRIL 3, 2019

To a certain degree, you can limit potential problems by visiting potential venues in person before signing your contract to get a complete understanding of their parking situations. On-Site Registration Will Take Longer Than Expected. Even the most efficiently-designed on-site registration flows will hit roadblocks.

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Skiddle

JANUARY 3, 2023

You can set up the Twitter Pixel to track whoever visits the sign-up page from the platform and enters their email into your form. Ideally, you’ll have a section on your website where people can buy tickets (click here for our guide). Here, you’ll be able to view the results of site visits, sign-ups and purchases.

Event Management 52

Event Management Management Events 52

SmartMeetings

APRIL 30, 2019

Starting with our site selection, we can begin the process of helping to keep our attendees safer. Planners are used to being guided around a property by sales staff, banquet folks and conference serves managers. The site visit is a great opportunity to check out the venue’s security system. Keep Bad People Out.

Hotels 79

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Planning Pod

MARCH 28, 2024

Here are a few methods you can employ to find out what platforms your ideal customer uses: Website traffic analytics: Analyze who visits your website to understand their online behavior and platform preferences. The job of your landing page is to eliminate distractions and guide users toward the desired action.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 17, 2022

The program helps to provide guiding goals to drive progress, effectiveness and ongoing tangible outcomes for the inclusion of Black representation and senior leadership in C-suite positions. The NCRM is a site of conscience, a power of place. Read More : What Meeting Profs Get Wrong About DEI—and How to Start Fixing It.

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Event Marketer

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Inside the dance pod, a large screen powered by gesture control technology guides the experience. When the visitor has completed their performance, they receive a score that can be viewed on an on-site leaderboard designed to encourage repeat visits. Stunts: FX Deploys ‘Dave Drops’ to Surprise and Delight Fans of its Hit Comedy.

Apparel 114

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Prestige Events Magazine

APRIL 29, 2021

Attendees become part of the experience from the moment they enter the complex, driving through structures and guided by performers as if part of a theme park journey. What can people expect from a visit to a drive-in cinema?

Social Media 97

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The Castle Group

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Senior event manager Emily Langlois recently traveled to Punta de Mita, Mexico, to perform a site visit. Program guides and event information must continually be updated to include testing requirements, masking guidelines and other COVID-19 restrictions. Incentive Travel Trend #2: Implementing Backup Plans.

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Travel 2022 Financial Tourism 98

Event Industry News

APRIL 29, 2020

Virtually Live is a series of online events providing organisers, agents and buyers the opportunity to ‘visit’ a destination remotely. Attendees from as far as Singapore and the West Coast of America got to take guided tours around over a dozen London venues during the two-day event. Map showing venues visited during day one.

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Event Marketer

APRIL 11, 2024

Budgeon says it’s usually easier to pay for the family to stay in a hotel for the week, but if they prefer to stay on-site, they’re going to see a lot of changes, as 90 percent of the house’s furniture was rearranged or removed. Employ time slots and tour guides to manage crowd flow. Visit emsummit.com for details and to register.

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The MICE

AUGUST 26, 2022

Through site visits, interviews and conversations, I was able to familiarise myself with prominent names and works in the architecture and design world. I visited it over two days and I’m thrilled to share with you all my insights. Here are event design ideas inspired by my visit to Art Basel 2022. Audio experience.

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Milestone Events Group

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Please take a look below to see our top picks for the best online sites to help you plan your dream wedding! This site will help provide as much info for you about each venue before visiting the property in person. Use this site to gather inspiration photos for your big day. For Venue Shopping: Wedding Spot.

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Event Planning BluePrint

JANUARY 18, 2022

With the full-service planning package, you will be with your client every step of the way to guide them through the planning journey. . The package should include unlimited meetings, site visits, e-mails, or phone calls, so you can be there whenever your client needs you. . A Planning Guide. Planning Guide includes.

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Eventmobi

JANUARY 10, 2024

In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about choosing the best conference app for your event—from locating the best event apps to key features to look for. You can find conference app reviews on sites like G2 , Capterra , Google Business Reviews , and more. Double-check integrations and compatibility.

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Event Guru

APRIL 3, 2023

Scheduling site visits and good old-fashioned research like checking references is the go-to strategy when trying to match groups with the right meeting location. At the same time, event venue managers are constantly working to attract groups that fit their customer profile.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

An on-site fly-fishing center features two ponds stocked with rainbow trout, group team-building activities and classes led by Matt Heron, a Federation of Fly Fishers Certified Casting Instructor. He designs each guided outing of the area’s best fishing spots to fit the group, whether beginner or veteran.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

MAY 14, 2019

If possible, now is the time to attend a site visit. It’s perfectly reasonable to ask a hotel to schedule a site visit with you. Present your assessment using the previous chapter as your guide. Schedule Site Inspections and Stay Overnight. Read more in The Essential Event Planner Guide.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 1, 2019

The Chicago Southland team is ready to assist you in visiting our area for the ultimate FAM—365 days a year. You choose the day you’d like to visit and let us put together a full itinerary to meet your group’s needs for the perfect FAM in Chicago Southland. Customized FAMs. Have specific needs for your meeting or event?

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EventSource

OCTOBER 8, 2021

For example, if you’re both foodies, you might want to visit every diner within a 100-mile radius of your hometown. You May Also Be Interested In 10 Mini-Honeymoon Ideas that Don’t Involve Travelling The Ultimate LGBTQ2+S Wedding Planning Guide Sweet Proposal Ideas At Home. Visit new spots in your city.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Meeting attendees will find it easy to access and explore the city’s top attractions and restaurants during their downtime, with popular sites such as LOVE Park, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. A Wide Range of Hotels & Venues. History Awaits Around Every Corner.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Paramount’s Expedition Vegas was the most elaborate and interactive experience we visited ahead of Super Bowl LVIII. Not to mention the blue perimeter fencing covered in Paramount, CBS Sports and Super Bowl branding that secured the footprint and helped lure curious consumers.

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Python Events

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Find out all you need to know about event promotion with Seatedly’s up to date guide. Let us guide you on the path towards successful event promotion. But what if your site and ticketing system not up to scratch? billion people still visit Facebook each month. Learning how to run an event? Forget 2020. 2021 is here.

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