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CVBs and DMOs: A Hidden Resource for Meeting and Event Professionals

Eventsforce

As a meeting and event planner, do you ever feel a little stuck? Maybe you can’t find the perfect spot for your next unforgettable event. Turn to the local convention and visitors bureau (CVB) and destination marketing organisation (DMO) to hit an event planning jackpot.

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Toronto, More than a Meeting Place

MPI

Find yourself surrounded by towering skyscrapers, artistic alleyways and stunning venues that contribute to the charm of the city, making it an ideal destination for meetings and conferences. There is much to explore, from big-ticket events, top attractions, award-winning restaurants, and Canada’s leading business sectors.

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2022 Conference Registration Pacing

Velvet Chainsaw

Use these five tips to develop a plan for optimizing registration for your major event in quarters 2, 3, and 4. It’s expected that meetings in Q3 or Q4 will outperform those held in the first half of this year. Attendees’ decision to attend will be made later than normal. Market differently. Budget realistically.

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Collaborate, experiment, and innovate in Toronto

Smart Meetings

Meeting in Toronto puts you at the innovative and cultural heart of Canada.No Sustainability is a top priority for Toronto’s convention centres, venues and meeting spaces. of exhibit space, 77 meeting rooms, multi-purpose ballrooms, and a fully equipped theatre. Learn more about bringing your next meeting to Toronto here.

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Toronto is a city of remixed visions, values, and creation.

Smart Meetings

Plan with confidence Toronto is more than a meeting place Toronto is North America’s fourth most populous city, making it Canada’s largest and most visited destination. There is much to explore, from big-ticket events, top attractions, award-winning restaurants, and Canada’s leading business sectors.

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How Much Should You Spend on Marketing Your Meeting?

PCMA Convene

According to Convene ’s most recent Meetings Market Survey , on average, 6 percent of a meeting’s direct expenses fall in the marketing/promotion category. Organizations with marketing spend of 20 to 25 percent usually have a 132-page final program. They also spend a lot on list buys and ad placements.

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How Much Should You Spend on Marketing Your Meeting?

PCMA Convene

According to Convene ’s most recent Meetings Market Survey , on average, 6 percent of a meeting’s direct expenses fall in the marketing/promotion category. Organizations with marketing spend of 20 to 25 percent usually have a 132-page final program. They also spend a lot on list buys and ad placements.