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Choice Cuts for Food and Beverage Savings

MeetingsNet

A cold, wet can of soda might be refreshing but attendees are less likely to squirrel it away for later in their conference bag. And “if you’re getting them sponsored, make sure the price reflects the cost of the beverage.”. • First, ask them which food functions they are attending. Study attendees’ meal preferences.

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Making Up for Fewer Skilled Workers at Your Conference

Velvet Chainsaw

Some of these groups have been squeezed in. In addition to the labor and skills shortage, even seasoned AV techs are a bit rusty. Hotel and convention center service — Catering staff and food-and-beverage outlet servers are noticeably hard to come by. Space conflicts — There were many re-bookings during the pandemic.

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75 Event Ideas to Inspire Your Next Event

Attendease

Professional development workshops Liven up professional development workshops with interactive elements like small group activities, role-playing, and open discussions. Group activities like scavenger hunts, trivia, or bingo to break the ice. Also, remember to mix up groups frequently so people meet new contacts.

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The Conference Big Idea Road Less Traveled That Harvests Success

Velvet Chainsaw

Most conferences are stuck in a rut! So how do you create a conference experience that is not like all the others? Start by considering one or more of these conference big ideas. They are the conference planning road less traveled that harvests success! Big Conference Ideas On The Road Less Traveled Part 1.

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Corporate Event Themes: 45+ to Choose From

Attendease

SaaS company HubSpot is known for its inbound marketing expertise, so they aptly chose “Inbound” as the theme for their annual conference. Food Truck Alley Bring a fun, lighthearted vibe to your next event with food trucks. Give employees food truck coupons or tickets to sample different offerings.

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Take a Swipe at Event-Tech Costs

MeetingsNet

Creative AV/Event-Tech Cost Cuts. • “I have my [in-house] network engineer review my internet order. Tried-and-True AV/Event-Tech Cost Cuts. Tech changes quickly, and speakers may not need as much as you think. Change the format of some sessions from lecture to small-group interactions. When it doubt, ask, Cole says. •

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Strong results for food redistribution scheme with Amadeus & NEC

Event Industry News

Event catering company, Amadeus, has posted its best food waste figures to date as it puts an emphasis on sustainability at its venues. Research suggests that 4,110 portions of surplus food has been redistributed in the community, while 3.5 tonnes of CO2 emissions have been averted through the partnership.