Velvet Chainsaw

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Credit: iStock Event organizers are feeling the pinch as industry suppliers, venues and transportation companies rebound from the pandemic. Following are considerations gathered from industry media, meetings market surveys and anecdotal reports from Velvet Chainsaw Consulting clients. in group hotel rates, with a 7.8%

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Ins'Tent

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

Savvy marketers know that trade shows are a powerful way to increase brand awareness and boost sales. It can be a profitable strategy too, as trade shows generate more than $13 billion in revenue on average in the United States. Consider purchasing your own booth and bringing it to the trade show.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The good news for event marketers, however: Despite the year’s travel speed bumps and forecasts, many events and trade shows (CES 2024, included) are reporting they are back to pre-pandemic attendance levels. Idea: Brands like Zeiss are building more leisure time into their annual conferences. percent increase in hotel rates.

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Unique Venues

APRIL 24, 2024

In the sprawling landscape of professional meeting destinations, Dallas emerges as a top location for professional and social event planners, successfully blending southern charm with cosmopolitan flair. Accessibility and Convenience Convenience is key for professional meeting planners, and Dallas delivers on all fronts.

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Event Industry News

MAY 26, 2021

On Friday, May 21st, Washington, DC fully reopened for in-person meetings, conventions, trade shows, groups and special events. and Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington, is leading an industry-wide effort to support customers meeting in the nation’s capital. Ferguson, II, president and CEO, DDC. “DC

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Smart Meetings

MAY 26, 2023

Sheridan President and CEO of Meet Boston and co-chair, Meetings Mean Business Coalition What does the official end of Covid mean for the meetings industry? Read More : Event Safety PSA: Failing to Prepare Could Cost You Mark Cooper CEO of IACC What does the official end of Covid mean for the meetings industry?

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 15, 2016

Promotional products adorned with logos are an affordable way for businesses to increase brand awareness and create memorable impressions during meetings, trade shows and events. With so many options and various budgets to consider, exhibitors should decide which branded items make the most sense for use at upcoming trade shows.

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Event Marketer

MAY 2, 2024

Of course, this is EMS we’re talking about, so the compelling content was only part of the conference experience. Among insights, Aaron Conk, senior merchandising and trade show manager at Delta Faucet, explained why marketers need to hone in on the handful of KPIs that make sense for their particular exhibit strategy.

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Stova

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

From flashlight pens to colorful t-shirts, tumblers sporting your conference logo to portable chargers with cute sayings, the “stuff” participants bring home from trade shows, conferences and events are key audience engagement tools that can be almost as memorable as the conference itself.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 23, 2024

“There’s a lot of survey data measuring people’s attitudes, preferences, beliefs and satisfaction, but we saw an opportunity to dive into where the rubber meets the road, how attendees are making decisions and how to influence that,” she said. Almost half, 45% of conference-goers register within four weeks of the event date.

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Attendease

DECEMBER 13, 2023

From large-scale medical conferences to intimate seminars, events enable healthcare event planners to strengthen relationships, generate leads, and position their brands as thought leaders. Innovative Healthcare Event Formats Healthcare events don’t have to follow the standard conference or trade show formats.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 21, 2021

Remember conferences and events before COVID-19, mask wearing and social distancing? We all know masks help save lives—but here’s the clencher—are you willing to wear your mask the entire conference time? a concert, movie, trade show). Meetings Could Look Like [Way Outside of the Box]. You get the picture.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Known the world over as the home of legendary outlaw Robin Hood, today Nottingham is an attractive destination for event planners thanks to its central location, excellent transport links and an array of world-class conference venues and hotels.

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Attendease

MAY 1, 2019

According to MeetGreen , the average conference produces 4.17 As Shawna McKinley notes in an article for the Event Manager Blog , “Even with a good composting and recycling program at the venue, a mid-sized corporate trade show with around 5,000 attendees will still go through tons of waste.”. Image Source ). Image Source ).

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Eventscase Blog

APRIL 4, 2024

From selecting green venues to implementing sustainable catering practices and promoting eco-friendly transportation options, event organisers are embracing sustainability to reduce environmental impact and appeal to eco-conscious attendees. No technical skill is required at all.

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EventMB

JUNE 21, 2022

For many meeting planners, staff shortages and supply chain issues are testing their ingenuity to the max these days. Other challenges have arisen on the air transportation end, with pilot and crew shortages resulting in flight cancellations and lengthy delays. “It It was a bit chaotic, but we pulled it off. Sales Staff Shortages.

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Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

The most authoritative 2019 tech conferences directory on the web. Or looking to wrap up 2018 with an exceptional conference? This carefully curated conference directory features over 200 (and growing) 2019 tech conferences across multiple industries. In other instances, summits function exactly like conferences.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 3, 2019

Ideally, you or your event management services provider wants to find a venue that can be accessed by public transportation or at least a short plane ride, but understandably, that may not always be possible. Additional Resources: 3 Trade Show Booth Design Trends for 2019. Best Practices for Evaluating Event Success.

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Ins'Tent

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Going to trade shows and other outdoor events is a great opportunity to show off your company’s brand, establish new connections, showcase your products and services, and bring in sales. Commercial-grade canopy tents are designed to meet the demands of professional or commercial use. Portability.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Convention centers are a big part of the meetings and events industry. A convention center is primarily utilized by, but not limited to, associations and trade shows. You see, quite often with larger groups the event planner is tasked with providing smaller meeting rooms as well as a meal function.

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InitLive

MARCH 4, 2021

Conferences are an important part of professional development and business networking for all industries. A successful conference can come in all shapes and sizes, from 200 people over a weekend to 15,000 for a week. InitLive has had the privilege of working with many conferences, some of which are the largest in their industry.

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Event Industry News

DECEMBER 16, 2021

TakeTwo Travel Solutions ( www.mytaketwo.com ), the specialist independent premium service TMC which recently launched in UK/Europe and the US, is expanding its service offering with the launch of a new meetings and events division.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 17, 2019

With a perfect location just a few minutes from the city centre, Åbymässan is Sweden’s latest and most innovative facility for exhibitions, trade fairs, congresses and conferences. In addition, there are 18 meeting rooms that can cater for 20 to 1,100 people. 18 meeting rooms for 20-1100 people. About Å bymässan.

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Stova

MARCH 20, 2023

The Ultimate List of Conferences to Attend in 2023 Are you struggling to find which conferences are worth investing your time and money in? We’ve put together a comprehensive list of 200+ top in-person, virtual and hybrid conferences that you should attend in 2023.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 2, 2021

Many in Southern Nevada saw the return to higher leisure occupancy levels as practice for when conventions re-open the trade show doors this month. of indoor and outdoor meeting space, including an array of quirky, unique spaces for more intimate gatherings, including The Shag Room and The Manor. Conventioneers Return.

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Event Marketer

MAY 16, 2022

Water waste, not to be confused with waste water, is a big offender at events, particularly meetings and conferences. We’ve all seen a trade show floor or festival footprint littered with deserted brand swag that ultimately ends up in a landfill. Develop a Green Transportation Strategy. Reduce Water Waste.

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Event Planning BluePrint

MAY 4, 2023

Whether you’re planning a party, a conference, or any other kind of gathering, these ideas are sure to give you some inspiration. #1 You could also encourage attendees to carpool or take public transportation to reduce the event’s carbon footprint.

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InitLive

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Conferences are an important part of professional development and business networking for all industries. A successful conference can come in all shapes and sizes, from 200 people over a weekend to 15,000 for a week. InitLive has had the privilege of working with many conferences, some of which are the largest in their industry.

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Eventmobi

APRIL 12, 2018

Today is Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID), which is an annual event that brings together leaders from across the meetings and events industry. Meeting professionals across the world participate in GMID’s international day of advocacy. They used EventMobi for their 60th annual general meeting.

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Event Industry News

MAY 7, 2021

Messe München, one of the world’s largest trade fair companies has partnered with Grip a leading market engagement platform built to support event professionals on a series of events throughout 2021. transport logistic will be the first event, running from 4th-6th May 2021.

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GEVME

APRIL 25, 2018

When organising a successful party or a business meeting for one of the most demanding category of event-goers, corporate staff, you need a well-laid-out plan. or clients (trade shows, charity events, etc.). Discuss company improvements or project outcomes or motivate your team (business dinners or board meetings).

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Eventscase Blog

APRIL 5, 2024

In today’s digital age, audiovisual event production has become a fundamental component for the success of any meeting, conference or celebration. Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) are transforming events and trade shows, offering innovative and engaging experiences for participants.

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 20, 2018

ILEC Conference Centre , part of the actual Hotel Ibis London Earls Court, firstly opened in 1972. Organisers not only have a requirement for large, open areas without the impediment of pillars for exhibitions and sports events, but they also need flexible break-out spaces for corporate conferences and smaller meetings.

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EventMB

JUNE 7, 2022

Making Event Travel & Transport Greener and More Affordable. With that in mind, the future of events needs to take multiple transportation options into consideration. You really don’t need a car in Baltimore,” Finney, who also lives in the area, told Skift Meetings. Bureau of Labor Statistics recently revealed an 18.6

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EventMB

MAY 12, 2022

When Jay Kinghorn was the associate managing director of the Utah Office of Tourism , he was constantly frustrated by the dearth of visitor data he knew would enhance the agency’s ability to promote itself, support its members, and enhance the experience of individual travelers as well as meeting groups. a client requests.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Within the meetings and conventions industry, there has been a rise in the understanding and appreciation of what it means to be Eco-friendly and green. And whenever possible implement and uphold Eco-friendly procedures to ensure future greener meetings and events. Denver is a natural fit for green meetings and events”.

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Event Industry News

MAY 31, 2022

This has included the introduction of new virtual and hybrid products and the development of the Conference Quarter campus with the addition of a distillery, restaurant, bar and theatre – run by both Spirit of Manchester Distillery and 53Two – to the Manchester Central estate.

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