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Back to the Future: Revisiting Event Planner Predictions From 2012

PCMA Convene

One event planner predicted in 2012 that that keynote speakers would give their presentation from the new orbiting space station in 2022. In July 2022, NASA flight engineers Jessica Watkins (left) and Kjell Lindgren addressed International Space Station Research and Development conference attendees from aboard the space station.

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18 of the Top Hospitality Conferences to Check Out 2024 

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Attending top hospitality conferences, expos, or summits is a fantastic way to stay up-to-date on current trends. In this post, we’re reviewing the top hospitality conferences happening this year and exploring what they have to offer. Which top hospitality conferences should you attend? What’s impacting your industry most?

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The Business of Events: First speakers and contributors confirmed for UK Policy Forum

Prestige Events Magazine

The Business of Events is pleased to announce its first confirmed speakers and contributors ahead of its UK Policy Forum , which takes place on 8 th November at IET London: Savoy Place. Further speaker announcements will be made shortly. The event is invitation only. You can register your interest here.

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My Presentation Is Fine—It’s The Audience That Doesn’t Get It!

Velvet Chainsaw

So, why should speakers change how they present at your conference? Especially since it’s the most dominant form of conference education. One Conference Improvement Challenge: Lectures Beget Lectures. Here is one of the primary challenges with improving conference education. These speakers direct learning.

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The top educational meeting format

Conferences that Work

In contrast, that’s way ahead of their second choice: Professional speakers delivering presentations (58%). Smart conference producers incorporate participatory sessions into their events. Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post The top educational meeting format appeared first on Conferences That Work.

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Any questions? Rethinking traditional Q&A

Conferences that Work

” at the end of a conference session? Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post Any questions? Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post Any questions? Rethinking traditional Q&A appeared first on Conferences That Work. The presenter answers the question and picks another questioner.

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How to Host Conferences at Unique Venues

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When hosting conferences on cruise ships or other unique venues , one has to bear in mind that the daily things we take for granted are likely not going to be available to you. The planner/conference host needs to be sure that they have covered all their bases and prepared for any and all situations. What does this mean? Temptations.