PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 24, 2019

Hilton has unveiled Signia Hilton, a new hotel brand that focuses on meetings and events, and announced the first three destinations where the brand will launch: Indianapolis, Atlanta, and Orlando. Hilton executives announce the launch of Signia Hilton, a meetings and events focused hotel brand, on Feb.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 10, 2022

Jeff Robinson, director of marketing with Visit Indy and Santiago Corrada, president and CEO of Visit Tampa Bay , joined Mayaan Ziv, CEO of AccessNow , at the same conference to share tips for meeting professionals looking for information about accessibility before sourcing a destination. Accessibility for Meeting Profs.

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Connect Your Meetings

APRIL 29, 2019

These individuals are leaders, mentors and stars who moved the events industry forward for decades. Executive Vice President & COO , International Association of Exhibitions and Events. Director of Conventions & Meetings. Senior Business Events Manager. Senior Director of Conference and Events Management.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 25, 2022

saw a decline of $211 billion in business travel spending in 2020, with $97 billion of that loss due to the cancellation of professional meetings and events related travel spending. Read More: Meetings and Conventions Are Back in 2022-Here Are 4 Ways They’re Changing. The event will take place at the Henry B.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 11, 2018

Professionals often attend industry events to improve their craft and network with peers. But for an event planner, it’s also an opportunity to “borrow” (read: steal) creative ideas for their next event. Indianapolis is known for sports—including the Indy 500 race—and the conference was held near several sports fields.

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Unique Venues

JUNE 10, 2020

Having your event in the Midwest region of the United States is a wonderful idea. We’ve scoured the region – check out our choices for Top Picks for Meetings in the Midwest! We’ve scoured the region – check out our choices for Top Picks for Meetings in the Midwest!

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Unique Venues

MARCH 17, 2020

You want an inspiring location, but you also want flexible meeting spaces, delicious culinary options, state-of-the-art technology, and extreme customer service. Boulders Conference Center in Denison, Iowa is centrally located between Omaha, Sioux City and Des Moines. Beaver Hollow Conference Center. Indiana, PA.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Whether at the NBA Crossover fan event at the convention center, or in pop-up spaces of their own, sponsors leaned into playful strategies that placed attendees at the center of the action. IRL player meet-and-greets and on-the-spot trivia sessions were in the mix, too. 16-18, in Indianapolis.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

But did you know many also offer prime meeting spaces? Some even operate as part of a hospitality program—so hosting an event on-campus doubles as support for the next generation of event professionals while leveraging the nostalgia of these storied venues. Or, hold your event in an urban forest.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 6, 2017

South Bend, Indiana, is not the first city that comes to mind as a major event destination. Holiday Inn Conference Center Mishawaka has 10,000 sq. of event space. Gillespie Conference and Special Events Center has 15,000 sq. of event space and hosts large-scale business meetings. Joseph River.

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PCMA Convene

AUGUST 1, 2018

Every day of educational sessions during the conference started and ended with a Pep Rally — an inspiring, colorful gathering that attendees could enjoy from bleacher-style seating. This year, MPI WEC introduced WEC Villages, where nearly all of the educational sessions took place on the Indiana Convention Center show floor.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 15, 2022

Previously, Patay was founder of and chief strategist for Patay Consulting, and she has also been a Smart Ambassador for Smart Meetings, contributing regularly to our online and print magazine with the latest in “Smart Style.” of meeting and event space. of meeting and event space. Richard Romane. Brent Pope.

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Connect Your Meetings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Congratulations to all involved for ensuring the events business continues to grow. Fort Worth Convention Center in Texas has it all, according to Becky Rowbotham, president of Hunt Conference Group, Inc. She says there is a mix of “great location, exceptional staff and a lot of meeting space.”. Convention Centers. Louisville.

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Unique Venues

MARCH 15, 2023

Patrick’s Day upon us, we thought it would be fun to round up 6 of our favorite event spaces that give us all the Irish vibes. to re-imagined mansions that scream Irish countryside, this list is full of venues that will make you feel lucky to host an event at any one of them! Patrick’s day celebration!

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Unique Venues

AUGUST 22, 2022

Chicago Southland Dazzles with Unique Meeting Spaces. The Chicago Southland is enthusiastically ready to assist you in planning your regional meetings and events! We pride ourselves on stellar service and going the extra mile in assisting all planners, regardless of meeting or event size. in Thornton.

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Unique Venues

JULY 26, 2022

In search of a unique location for your upcoming corporate social event? Want to impress your guests with a memorable event that everyone will enjoy? We have some venues that will end your search and dazzle your guests – check out our list of Top Pick venues for your next corporate social event.

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Endless Events

MARCH 12, 2019

The event has grown to about 2500 attendees and each year MPI is working to raise the bar. They strive to change the way we meet and it’s working! No detail was too small, MPI really kept in mind the needs and desires of attendees during overhauling the event. Are you looking to create a more engaging event?

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Event Marketer

JUNE 29, 2021

The Sweets & Snacks Expo—a gathering that draws the biggest brands in candy, chocolate and snack foods sold at major retailers—made a sweet return as the first post-pandemic food show, taking place June 23-25 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. Check out the event recap: This year’s show also drew 460 exhibitors.

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Unique Venues

MAY 25, 2021

At Unique Venues, the Heartland offers a dynamic mix of places to host your next event. Whether you are looking for the tranquility of a venue located near nature or a bustling conference center in or near Chicago, we have identified some of our Top Picks for meeting in the Heartland. Hope College.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 17, 2018

It was to consist of multiple exhibition halls, a 24,000-square-foot ballroom, 18 meeting rooms and Centre for Dialogue, which would accommodate meetings in the round. He acknowledged that the city’s existing National Convention Centre is not large enough to sufficiently host many major events. of meeting space.

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Hubilo Blog

MARCH 7, 2022

So if you are an association working with healthcare workers, best to look for AMCs that meet or exceed expectations established by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education ( ACCME ). Evaluate them on the types of virtual events and virtual mentorship programs they have enabled in the last year.

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Unique Venues

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Talk about an ideal location to host an event! Our trip through the Commonwealth starts just outside of Philadelphia on the prestigious Main Line at Villanova University Conferences. Whether you have 5 or 2,500 guests, Villanova Office of Conference Services wants to be your main line to a great University meeting site.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 11, 2016

There’s definitely a meetings and events correlation among the top 10 historic hotels in the 2016 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice awards. It seems that special events are as much a part of these treasured venues as the dates in which they first broke ground. of meeting space. of elegant event space.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 6, 2017

Clarion Inn & Conference Center. of event space. of meeting and event facilities; 15 meeting rooms for up to 600. of meeting and event facilities; 15 meeting rooms for up to 600. of event space; largest meeting area is 4,446 sq. of meeting space; three ballrooms.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 2, 2019

Events are a time for individuals to come together and learn something new. They’re a time for event planners to provide guests with an experience they’ll remember. In fact, 91 percent of event planners measure whether or not an event is successful based on attendee satisfaction, according to EventMB.

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Unique Venues

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

When it comes to planning regional meetings and events, sometimes the Midwest is best. Lied Lodge & Conference Center in Nebraska City makes it into our favorite picks for its stunning capabilities as a retreat and full-service meeting option. Boulders Conference Center. Nebraska City, NE. Nebraska City, NE.

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EventUp

JULY 10, 2019

While it may feel like all business from 9 to 5, corporate events give coworkers and colleagues a chance to bond, brainstorm, and cut loose in a more relaxed and authentic way. But just because it’s a corporate event, that doesn’t mean you can’t have fun with elements like décor, programming, and food.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 22, 2018

One of the signature aspects of the meetings industry is the many inspiring, educational and fun annual conferences scheduled throughout the year. These events have been more exciting than ever recently due to the rapidly evolving offerings, which mirror the dynamic industry, in general. The Special Event 2018.

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Connect Your Meetings

APRIL 29, 2019

Longo works in Fishers, Indiana, as d irector of fraternity programs for Delta Tau Delta Fraternity. As a 2019 15 Over 50 honoree, Longo discusses his passion for the events industry. This includes, but is not limited to, conferences, leadership training programs, and membership education opportunities.

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Unique Venues

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Don’t Just Plan an Event…Plan an EXPERIENCE! They have everything you need for a successful event - plus offer unique experiences that your guests will remember for years to come. and 2,800 international tons, the SeaFair features more than 22,000 square feet of highly adaptable event venue space. By: Brian Finn.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 16, 2016

She has worked in various management and leadership positions at international hotels, and worked for The Camberley Hotel Company in Atlanta; West Baden Springs Hotel in Indiana; Residence Inn Fort Lauderdale Intracoastal/Il Lugano in Florida; and Hilton San Diego Del Mar. Heather Bailey. Jana McGee. Kathleen Bernesby. in Orlando, Florida.

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Event Marketer

JULY 27, 2021

Corona took a direct approach to its 2021 Indiana Pacers sponsorship with elaborate mobile locker room fan activations. Deliver access, whether it’s behind-the-scenes footage or virtual player meet-and-greets. There’s going to be an electricity in the air at every major sporting event for the foreseeable future.

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Event Leadership Institute

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

A version of this post first appeared on Meetings & Conventions online: Urgent Wakeup Call: Mass Shootings and the Meetings Industry . For a number of years, I’ve been giving a presentation at industry conferences on Disruptions Facing the Events Industry. Sign The Petition. In short, places people gather.

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

Virginia and Maryland to draw large meetings to Indianapolis, which was named the number one convention city in the U.S. She’s been with Visit Indy since graduating from Indiana University in 2010 with a bachelor’s degree in tourism management. Engstrom spent time in event marketing for Bolthouse Productions/SBE as well.

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Unique Venues

JUNE 8, 2020

Don’t Just Plan an Event…Plan an EXPERIENCE! They have everything you need for a successful event - plus offer unique experiences that your guests will remember for years to come. Corporations and organizations love the uniqueness of Beaver Hollow Conference Center—especially for team building activities.

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Plan Your Meetings

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

Kloesel cites one of the most notable stage collapses, which happened at the Indiana State Fair during a Sugarland concert as an example of why meeting professionals should work with meteorologist when planning outdoor events. When it comes to weather, today’s event planners can no longer rely on “luck.”

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 6, 2019

Citywide meetings may be a challenge to plan, but they also represent an opportunity for meeting planners to spread their wings and take advantage of all the great resources that a destination has to offer. Local tourism officials can be helpful resources for helping drum up excitement about your event.

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