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The Challenge of Virtualizing Trade Shows and Exhibit Halls

PCMA Convene

Trade shows are the lifeline of many associations but their nature makes them challenging to virtualize — and then monetize. The exhibitions industry watched as the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), which hosts CES, the largest annual trade show in the U.S. It’s up to trade-show organizers to keep that spark alive.

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[Webinar] Negotiating International Meeting Contracts: Are You Prepared?

MeetingsNet

There are unfamiliar challenges when negotiating and contracting with foreign hotels, convention centers, and other vendors; different cultures to understand; and potential risks to be explored. Attend this webinar to: Recognize the three fundamental principles to follow when negotiating international meeting contracts. Foster, Esq.,

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An Ode to 40 Women Influencers In the Events Industry

Hubilo Blog

Rachel in her wide career of journalism and events has mastered Trade Shows. Liz Caruso : Liz King Caruso is an Event Specialist, Consultant & Speaker who is passionate about impactful, successful & fun events. Kate runs “Patay Consulting” as Chief Strategy Officer. Liz launched Liz King Events.

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Welcome Back! In-Person Events Are Happening

ePly

Even though the pandemic is far from over, the events industry is starting to pivot from virtual events and preparing for the return of in-person trade shows and conferences, albeit safely. Consult and Listen to Feedback. Evaluate the Negotiables vs. the Non-Negotiables.

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Lessons from a Harmonious Return to Meeting in Anaheim

Smart Meetings

Cindy Sample, director of NAMM trade show operations, remembers the moment well. NAMM President and CEO Joe Lamond consulted with the executive committee, influencers, partners and stakeholders and talked through the options: cancel or move? “The All of a sudden, it wasn’t looking good,” she said bluntly.

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Will Meetings Thrive in 2024?

Smart Meetings

Experts weigh in on what needs to change to work together better Editor’s Note : Hospitality sales consultant Steve Steinhart will be speaking at Smart Meetings Extraordinary Experience in Monterey, California, Nov. If all the meetings that we have re-scheduled for 2024 come through, we will show a very nice gain in the group market.”

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The Top 12 Event Planning Certifications

Bizzabo

CTSM: Certified Trade Show Marketer. CIC recommends that those interested first consult the CMP International Standards document , and then focus on studying the areas outlined that planners are least familiar with. 9) CTSM: Certified Trade Show Marketer. CGMP: Certified Government Meeting Professional.