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IMEX Reinforces Prospects of Event Industry Recovery

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Organizers reported 9,000 attendees, including close to 3,000 buyers, and 2,300 exhibiting companies taking part, making it the largest event industry trade show to take place since the start of the Covid pandemic. This is the first major international event industry show for many. Restrictions to entering the U.S.

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The Survey Says: Meetings and Events are Thriving and Evolving

Smart Meetings

Accor Survey: “Meeting Expectations: The Future of Meetings & Events” World-leading hospitality group Accor operates a diverse hospitality group of over 40 hotel brands, from luxury to economy. billion by 2030.” Respondents also confirm the importance of trade shows, exhibitions and conferences.

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Cvent calls on MICE industry to use In-House Corporate Event’s SAM App to help achieve COP26 Sustainability Pledge

Event Industry News

Cvent (Nasdaq: CVT), a market-leading meetings, events, travel and hospitality technology provider, is one of several key industry leaders supporting and helping fund the beta version of the sustainability web app: SAM , which was recently launched by In-House Corporate Events (ICE). SAM is in beta testing mode until September 2022.

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IACC announces partnership with Svenska Möten

Event Industry News

The new IACC member venues will also benefit from access to IACC’s portfolio of events, the organisation’s presence at major trade shows and its alliances with global industry associations including MPI and PCMA. Together our 130+ venues in Sweden have taken the industry lead on the global sustainability goals.

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IACC announces partnership with Svenska Möten

Prestige Events Magazine

The new IACC member venues will also benefit from access to IACC’s portfolio of events, the organisation’s presence at major trade shows and its alliances with global industry associations including MPI and PCMA. Together our 130+ venues in Sweden have taken the industry lead on the global sustainability goals.

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PCMA’s Big Bet on Presidential Visit Paid Off

Smart Meetings

Another Kind of Intelligence The overarching topic, however, was the impact of Generative AI on events. The Middle of the Action By design, The District activations in San Diego Convention Center’s sun-bathed atrium of an Expo Hall felt more like an adult playground than a trade show floor. It’s a huge leap. .

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Future of Networking: 5 Ways to Drive Stellar Connections among Attendees in 2024

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Networking is the cornerstone of successful business events. While planning a networking event is rewarding, the job also poses challenges. Networking for 2024 Evolution of Networking In the past, networking and education were the twin engines powering successful business events. How do you facilitate meaningful connections?

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