Master the Event

APRIL 5, 2022

The conference and meeting planning world has become one of the more important commerce producing sectors. One of the keys to the success in this industry are the conference and meeting planners that organize, plan and deliver the ultimate in meetings, tradeshows, conferences, seminars and product launches.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Meetings and events expert opens up about innovative event execution Angele du Passage Angele du Passage has been a dedicated leader in the hospitality industry for over 30 years. As a CMP and partner of a meeting services organization, du Passage gives insight on how her background and values contribute to the success of CPG events.

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PCMA Convene

AUGUST 16, 2023

(ESTRO social media) The pandemic has upended destinations’ view of business events as some kind of “subsidiary of tourism,” U.K.-based Events, he said, are now recognized as “being at the heart of the city’s reinvention.” “It’s not so much that these cities want to host events at all costs.

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PCMA Convene

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

events industry many would-be international attendees, buyers, and exhibitors. is paying attention and really starting to lean in on wanting to see the problem solved,” Tommy Goodwin, vice president for the Exhibitions and Conferences Alliance (ECA), told Convene. “I Ongoing Challenges While Washington, D.C., For an international D.C.-based

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Master the Event

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

We’ve been event planning and hosting face-to-face meetings for a dog’s age and in dog lingo that’s a long time. I of course am biased (extremely biased) when it comes to the event and meeting planning industry. Event, meeting and conference planners are responsible to organize and manage all parts of events, meetings and conferences.

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Plan Your Meetings

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

Dear Conference Attendee, This is a letter I’ve wanted to write to you, but never have gotten around to doing. Hand in hand with the site selection is the big job of number crunching. How many registrants will we need and at what price, to hold the meeting at a particular site? The conference schedule.

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Coterie Spark

MAY 29, 2020

There is a disconnect between in-person and virtual events and it’s understandable. Everyone has experienced an in-person event on some scale. But not everyone has experienced a virtual event. Not to be confused with a video conference call or your standard webinar. platform) options for their virtual event.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 30, 2019

For meeting professionals, these nerve-pulsating newscasts could be creating extra stressors, as those items might also influence our conferences, such as weather that grounds planes or sicknesses that prevent travel. Starting with our site selection, we can begin the process of helping to keep our attendees safer.

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Conferences that Work

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

Paid influencer marketing is spreading to the event industry, and I doubt that it’s an ethical practice. ” I was not surprised to get this call because the agency has been calling other event professionals with the same pitch. If you’re interested in more details I would love to chat with you; my phone number is __.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Fairfax County, Virginia is the ideal place to hold your next meeting, conference, convention, or special event. our unique attractions , and our affordable pricing make us the best event value in the National Capital region. Here are 3 ½ reasons why Northern Virginia is the perfect location for your next event.

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Unique Venues

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Those who are responsible for coordinating educational events, seminars, and training retreats have added challenges as event planners. Its location near ancient redwood forests, mountains, and beaches will truly prove to be inspirational to the attendees of your event.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 24, 2017

The experts at venue sourcing and event management company Conference Care have some suggestions (and a detail checklist) for making the most of these essential tours. Conference Care Head of Operations Louise Harwood, recommends paying close attention to a venue’s true capacity. Evaluate Access. Consider True Capacity.

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ePly

MARCH 18, 2024

Even simple events can have multiple moving parts, making event planning an intense exercise in logistics. More than throwing parties, event planning considers all stages of the event cycle. From conception to post-event marketing, the planner has to be ready for nearly anything. tornado, hurricane, etc.),

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MeetingsNet

AUGUST 19, 2019

With multiple locations in conference cities like Orlando, Fla., The list indicates that experiential events are on the rise. There are a healthy number of meeting and event planning companies on the list, check out the slideshow for a sampling of privately held companies with impressive growth rates. 01_Anna Marie Events.jpg.

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Event Leadership Institute

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Key Takeaways: Milestones like the return of leisure and business travel and full-capacity restaurant dining rooms will precede in-person events. Get ready for more scrutiny from the C-suite on the ROI of in-person events. The Return of In-Person Events: Leading Indicators to Watch for. Not so fast. Mask Wearing.

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Event Industry News

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Tarsus Connect has today announced the purchase of BizBash, the iconic trade media company for event and meeting planners, further expanding Connect’s market leading position. The acquisition of BizBash adds four premier events — including the BizBash Live in New York and L.A. Brand Events. Conferences. Event Tech.

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PCMA Convene

AUGUST 29, 2019

Brexit popped up as both a threat and opportunity for the events industry in the new “Europe as a Destination for Meetings and Conferences” study. That’s not all bad news for the business events industry in Europe as the growing strength of the U.S. If it becomes more difficult to host events in the U.K., Event Tech.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Event safety has become a priority, if not for meeting planners, then for attendees. However, the FBI reports active shooter events increased 33 percent in 2020 compared to 2019 and 100 percent compared to 2016. His safety topics have included site selection, event safety, emergency operations and crisis communications.

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Connect Your Meetings

JULY 9, 2019

Grigsby, 33, works in Woodbridge, Virginia, as d irector of communications and events for Independent Electrical Contractors. As a 2019 40 Under 40 honoree, Grigsby discusses her passion for the events industry. I manage everything from budgets to site selections to online registration to attendee communications.

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Maritz Global Events

MARCH 3, 2020

Post authored by Rachel Stephan, Event Marketing Strategist, sensov/ event marketing. A lot goes into crafting the ultimate event experience. Putting a successful event together means a lot of moving parts. There are a lot of things event planners need to be ready for. Event Planner Challenges.

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Connect Your Meetings

AUGUST 3, 2018

Jim Clapes, 37, works in New York City as conference and events manager at the Drug Policy Alliance. As a 2018 40 Under 40 honoree, Clapes discusses his passion for the events industry. and marry my interest in event coordination with the non-profit sector. Connect with Clapes on Instagram.

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Connect Your Meetings

JULY 9, 2019

Pamela Wike Boyd, CMP, 33, works in Silver Spring, Maryland, as senior manager of meetings and events at The Solid Waste Association of North America. As a 2019 40 Under 40 honoree, Boyd discusses her passion for the events industry. . I also manage the pre-show selection process, including contracting, site selection and visitation.

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PCMA Convene

JULY 9, 2021

An Eco-Friendly Events Ecosystem. For most associations, hosting meetings and conferences fall into their regular operations. We also prioritize virtual events over in person when it’s practical,” Bender said. “We For in-person events, Smith thinks that big venues can be part of the solution. “A On the Program.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 27, 2017

health-care events this year: It’s also affecting site-selection decisions for meetings scheduled over the next few years. Lastly, Schumann notes that compliance by health-care event planners is so difficult because many other countries—and even seven U.S. government in early 2017 are still being argued in the courts.

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Connect Your Meetings

AUGUST 15, 2017

For many organizations, using meetings procurement companies (aka, third-party planners) like HelmsBriscoe and ConferenceDirect for site selection, contracts and other meeting planning functions is crucial to executing a successful event. That’s why face-to-face industry events like Connect, MPI, PCMA, etc.

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Connect Your Meetings

MAY 23, 2017

HelmsBriscoe COO Greg Malark came to the events management company 15 years ago. It’s also the hallmark of a company celebrating its 25th anniversary this year as one of the industry’s leading site-selection agencies. While that would make Malark a lifer at some organizations, he’s a relative newbie at HelmsBriscoe. “We

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Unique Venues

JULY 13, 2022

Once you start exploring the region, you will discover that the area is home to a surprisingly wide variety of both traditional and alternative wedding sites. in Thornton is a truly unique option, with multiple rustic, indoor and outdoor industrial event spaces. Image courtesy of Georgios Banquets, Quality Inn & Suites Conference.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

A guide to surviving holiday event planning. As the holiday season rapidly approaches, so does the creeping anxiety many meeting professionals begin to experience as high demand for booking spaces and securing event staff begins ramping up. But not every holiday event needs to take place during the evening.

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MeetingsNet

MAY 25, 2018

If you’re looking for some super helpful tips on everything from audience engagement, risk management, and sponsorship, to event apps and gamification, check out this grab-bag of free downloadables. The 2018 Event App Bible. Digital Event Essentials Guide. Event Planning Checklist. Peer Conference Resources.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 1, 2019

There were no strong signals from event professionals who responded to this year’s survey that they anticipated an economic downturn, and only a few mentioned concerns about the economy going south. On average, respondents to this year’s survey said, only 6 percent of registered attendees at their largest 2018 event were from non-U.S.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 15, 2018

He’s based in Thailand and will help planners with site selection and contract negotiation throughout the Asian market. He took a brief hiatus from Reed, spending one year at Gartner Worldwide Events as account manager. Maytas Jiwalai Jiwalai joined ConferenceDirect as director of global accounts.

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Event Leadership Institute

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

This looming economic threat is the impetus for a webinar I gave recently for FICP (Financial & Insurance Conference Planners) titled Recession-Proofing Your Job: Strategies for Improving Your Value. Would the event suffer? You might think you’re the only thing holding the event together, and if you leave all hell will break loose.

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Connect Your Meetings

AUGUST 4, 2016

Association and specialty meeting professionals are spinning the reels and landing big hits with conferences and conventions held at casino resorts and gaming properties. To make sure events such as Northeast Surety & Fidelity Claims Conference coming in September keep booking—and rebooking.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Tucson has incredible resorts with meeting space galore, but here they’re tucked into the foothills of the mountains that surround the city, creating backdrops for your events that you won’t believe. This connection is evident in the fact that eight of ten meeting planners choose Tucson after a site visit.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Amazon cited Northern Virginia’s “abundant parks and open space with sports and cultural events for residents of all ages throughout the year” and credited Long Island City as “a diverse mixed-use community where arts and industry intersect.” We’ve got to be looking at a different measurement to judge an event’s value,” Talley said.

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International Institute of Event Management

MAY 26, 2014

You've just decided on location for your upcoming event, a huge hurdle in the event planning process no matter what size event. Figuring out the perfect event site that will best suite your needs. They work directly with hotel chains, and have the ability to connect you with the best options for your event.

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Capterra Event Management

JULY 19, 2016

You’re an event planner. Your clients, your staff, your friends looking for favors – they all turn to you for help pulling off a fantastic event that everyone will be talking about for years to come. Here’s an alphabetical list of our go-to resources for event management professionals, including blogs, magazines, and podcasts.

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