Unique Venues

DECEMBER 17, 2020

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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MARCH 20, 2019

In addition to being a prominent educational and cultural resource, it also serves as a premier conference and event space, offering interactive exhibits, on-site parking, a dedicated concierge service, and culinary creations from FROG Commissary. Here’s more of our favorite Pennsylvania meeting spots: Eastern University Conferences.

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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. Indiana Convention Center.

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APRIL 29, 2021

Event planners have their hands full these days trying to find the ideal venue that delivers a safe yet memorable experience. To West Lafayette and Purdue University where the Purdue Conferences team will ensure your next big event is a success. As a hybrid meetings capable venue, they can bring Purdue to you!

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

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. UC Botanical Garden at Berkeley is home to Mather Redwood Grove Amphitheater, Julia Morgan Hall and a greenhouse conference center.

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Connect Your Meetings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Your favorite venues in the central U.S. Fort Worth Convention Center in Texas has it all, according to Becky Rowbotham, president of Hunt Conference Group, Inc. Fort Worth Convention Center in Texas has it all, according to Becky Rowbotham, president of Hunt Conference Group, Inc. New Venues. Convention Centers.

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MARCH 15, 2023

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! The Irish American Heritage Center | Chicago, IL | Get a Quote The Irish-American Heritage Center, found in Chicago, Illinois is an Irish-themed venue that can host St.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Whether you’re planning a business meeting and reception that needs a dose of inspiration on a Top Ten campus like the University of Notre Dame in Indiana or a scenic wedding in a quaint locale such as a vineyard in Galena, Illinois, there’s no shortage of Midwestern charm available. Boulders Conference Center. Denison, IA.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 11, 2018

MPI did a wonderful job blending the best of Indianapolis (this year’s conference location) into every aspect of this year’s WEC. Indianapolis is known for sports—including the Indy 500 race—and the conference was held near several sports fields. Theme trend: celebrating the city you’re in.

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Planner WIre

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Planning conventions can be a whirlwind of choosing keynote speakers, venues, session topics, and vendors. At a typical technology conference held at a convention hotel, a lot can go wrong — from guests falling and injuring themselves, to vendors damaging the venue. in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

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Planner WIre

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Planning conventions can be a whirlwind of choosing keynote speakers, venues, session topics, and vendors. At a typical technology conference held at a convention hotel, a lot can go wrong — from guests falling and injuring themselves, to vendors damaging the venue. in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

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Planner WIre

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Planning conventions can be a whirlwind of choosing keynote speakers, venues, session topics, and vendors. At a typical technology conference held at a convention hotel, a lot can go wrong — from guests falling and injuring themselves, to vendors damaging the venue. in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

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Planner WIre

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Planning conventions can be a whirlwind of choosing keynote speakers, venues, session topics, and vendors. At a typical technology conference held at a convention hotel, a lot can go wrong — from guests falling and injuring themselves, to vendors damaging the venue. in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 15, 2022

She was most recently JUNO’s account executive, after serving as associate director of conferences for International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer. Martin has also been senior meeting manager for the National Conference of State Legislatures. Robin Flanz. Flanz is now director of sales and marketing at Park Hyatt New York.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 11, 2016

It seems that special events are as much a part of these treasured venues as the dates in which they first broke ground. Grand Hotel Mackinac Island in Michigan has its two-story own conference center that offers 16,000 sq. French Lick Resort , Indiana. It offers 238 guest rooms and 20,000 sq. of meeting space.

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Unique Venues

JUNE 10, 2020

Beautiful Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri is a go-to venue for any kind of social or professional business event. This central location makes the Illinois State University a desirable event space for conferences or meetings in the area for up to 10,500 in its 100 spaces; 7,000 overnight.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 6, 2017

Clarion Inn & Conference Center. Kingsgate Marriott Conference Center. Located downtown, near the city’s famous entertainment district and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame; close to major sporting venues, including Quicken Loans Arena, Progressive Field and FirstEnergy Stadium; fitness center open 24 hours; 293 guest rooms; 7,100 sq.

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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. Agency: MC2, Paramus, NJ.

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Unique Venues

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Check our latest list of unique venues…with unique experiences. This 40-million-dollar purpose-built vessel designed by internationally acclaimed yacht designer Luis De Basto, is the largest commercial operation ship in the Intercoastal waterway and the ultimate venue for your next event. By: Brian Finn. Bear Down in the Desert.

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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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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 24, 2019

The Signia Hilton Indianapolis and the Signia Hilton Atlanta will be new construction, and be built alongside the Indiana Convention Center and the Georgia World Congress Center, respectively. The Signia Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, in Orlando, will open in an existing Hilton hotel that will be renovated to the brand’s standards.

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AUGUST 22, 2022

We are located within a five-hour drive from eight different states (Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin), making the commute to the Chicago Southland quick and easy. Unlike downtown Chicago, there is FREE parking at all hotels and most event venues and attractions throughout the region.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 17, 2018

The pause button has been pressed on the planned $72 million expansion of Monroe Convention Center in Bloomington, Indiana, according to Indiana Public Media News. In the meantime, conferences can continue to take place in Rupp Arena and most of the existing convention center. It is expected to cut the ribbon in November, 2021.

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EventUp

JULY 10, 2019

Venues love courting corporate event business — they often require less planning and lower overhead costs , and they’re more likely to be recurring events vs. one-offs like weddings. A Casual, Fun Venue. With corporate team events, however, you have room to mix things up a bit. Live-Streaming and Virtual Participation.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 2, 2019

Having the event at the museum highlights Nashville’s culture and gets people excited to be in an incredible venue close to the best Nashville bars and restaurants. The event takes place in Indianapolis, Indiana. One of the attendees said, “The only marketing conference I go to every year.” Create Content that Tells a Story.

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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. Drawing more than 5,000 attendees and featuring more than 100 education sessions, The Special Event (TSE) is one of the largest trade shows and conferences for event professionals.

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Unique Venues

JUNE 8, 2020

Corporations and organizations love the uniqueness of Beaver Hollow Conference Center—especially for team building activities. Hinkle Fieldhouse (named Butler Fieldhouse from 1928 until 1966) is a basketball arena on the campus of Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana. Build Your Team. Create New Connections. Wow Your Group.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

She’s been with Visit Indy since graduating from Indiana University in 2010 with a bachelor’s degree in tourism management. She joins the team from Georgetown University Hotel & Conference Center in Washington, D.C. Zimmerman previously worked at the Helmsley Hotel in New York City. Her background is in nightlife marketing.

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EventSource

JULY 10, 2023

Step into a world where history intertwines with romance as we explore Toronto’s enchanting historic wedding venues. Amidst the city’s vibrant culture and captivating heritage, these venues offer an irresistible blend of elegance and grandeur. Venue Recommended Artscape Wychwood Ba.

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PCMA Convene

MAY 1, 2017

The emphasis on movement applies to meeting venues as well: “We’re capturing our best venues in use, with people in them — how you would experience it if you were at that event. Users can visit more than 50 venues and locales with 360-degree tours, which can also be seen with VR viewers such as Google Card-board. Key partners .

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Event Leadership Institute

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

For a number of years, I’ve been giving a presentation at industry conferences on Disruptions Facing the Events Industry. If, however, you’re thinking, “Yeah, but that’s different; I plan conferences,” let’s paint an image closer to home. Insurance for venues, hosts and vendors would increase. . Open Carry Laws.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

With Allseated Vision, venues can sell remotely, giving clients the ability to visualize events within an event space from anywhere in the world. EventBooking was founded 1999 by John Platillero, who saw the need for a way for venues to book and manage events online. Cadre shortlisted for Event Technology Awards.

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Conferences that Work

JANUARY 15, 2024

Some can also track attendee movement inside a venue. “With this fearful logic, organizers should start collecting attendees’ phones at the entrance and remove the CCTV equipment from venues. If a match is found, the attendee is admitted without having to show proof of registration.

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PCMA Convene

JULY 31, 2017

A side note — the Indiana Convention Center services team embodies so many of these same qualities,” DeBolt wrote. While the idea is to spotlight individuals, more than one participant chose to submit multiple nominations for the same destination or venue — meaning they wanted to recognize everyone who worked on their program.

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