Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Statistics show that 58% of the audience at sports events are prepared to spend more on food and beverages if they don’t have to stand in line. [1] Before the pandemic, fans showed a growing interest in using self-ordering kiosks and mobile apps to speed up the food ordering process. Improved order accuracy.

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TicketBud

OCTOBER 23, 2023

It includes: Event Planners Printing/Signage Av/Tech Support Photography/Videography Catering/Bartending Staffing/Security Rentals/Decor Entertainment Venues Event Planners Fauxcades (Dallas) fauxcades.com Offering a full service event design, custom fabrication, production and rentals, Fauxcades focuses on the experiential aspect of every event.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Some have all the meeting space you can imagine; some are in destinations you dream of meeting in; others are brimming with personality and provide a one-of-a-kind experience for your attendees. The property stands on Naples’ unofficial main street with a wealth of shopping, dining, cultural arts and entertainment options.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

We are struggling to stay consistently engaged and motivated in the meetings and events hosted there. In the last Financial & Insurance Professionals (FICP) Chats, participants focused on innovative and creative techniques to keep themselves, their co-workers and their meeting attendees engaged and excited. Entertainment.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 10, 2022

The hotel is set to host live music across all its public spaces and will also feature a dedicated entertainment venue for live concerts and celeb/media interviews. The RT60 Rooftop bar and lounge is the star of this hotel’s food and beverage operation, with views from the 33rd floor cheek-by-jowl to Rockefeller Center.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 26, 2022

The $4 million refresh of the meeting and event spaces and addition of the Sheraton Club mark the total transformation of Arizona’s largest hotel. Meeting attendees at Sheraton Phoenix Downtown will find new lounge-style seating in the pre-function spaces. of meeting space a clean, modern finish. The Westin Indianapolis.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Smart Meetings asked some urban hotel executives what they are seeing in their ballrooms today, what types of groups are returning, what protocols are being required and what are some creative uses of the space they have seen. of meeting space. Each person is required to show proof of vaccination before entering the meeting space.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 5, 2024

There is its automotive history, of course, that made it known worldwide—what Silicon Valley is to tech, Detroit is to the car—but there’s also the Motown Sound, its fabled pro sports teams, and, most of all, the proud spirit of Detroiters. Speaking of rivalries, the other Detroit food staple sounds like it’s from Brooklyn.

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Expo Pass

JULY 11, 2022

Every industry in the world is trying to make up for lost meetings and time, and events are at the forefront of making that happen. Maybe you gravitate to tech conferences and panel-focused events, or maybe you’re more into trade shows with lots of vendors. You’ll also be able to pick from tons of different types of events to create.

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Have you ever attended a birthday party, holiday gathering, or business meeting at a restaurant? As the demand for private events grows and booking windows get shorter, more customers are looking for restaurant event spaces that meet their needs. In this guide, we cover the ins and outs of restaurant events.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 11, 2017

This will also be a great tool for meeting professionals to utilize. Other anticipated technological additions include 65-inch Samsung TVs to stay entertained with Hulu, YouTube, Pandora, Crackle and NetFlix, and personal Bluetooth connectivity. They are bold, innovative and a direct reflection of our alluring brand.”.

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SpotMe Blog

MAY 31, 2023

After providing the tech and expertise to help leading life science and pharma and Fortune 500 companies run 10,000+ successful in-person events for the past 20+ years, we’ve consolidated what we know into the best planning and technology guide. Meet with vendors and speakers to go over plans and expectations.

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e2m.live

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

In less than ten years, the event tech market will nearly double. That, however, is about to change, and it can be confidently predicted that these two technologies will dominate event tech over the next year and more. AI is the event tech of the moment. The global event management software market was valued at $6.4

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

In the heart of Silicon Valley, it’s home to some of the world’s most innovative tech companies and inspiring business leaders. But there’s more to this future-ready city than high tech and cutting edge, and meeting planners are making the connection. San José, California, knows a thing or two about genius.

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Expo Pass

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

If you’ll need extra mics, screens, projectors, or any kind of tech, this is the time to find out how much the venue can help with. This includes food and beverage, security, covid testing, health and safety services, music, entertainment, or any local businesses that they think you should collaborate with.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 22, 2019

Stop looking at potential attendees as belonging to demographic groups and start planning meetings based on a “genergraphic” approach to increase group sales. When meetings professionals speak to each generation’s language and preferences, they are providing attendees with an added value that will make an event more effective.

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

That’s why we’ve created a list of examples of the top pharmaceutical meeting planning companies we have experience with. They can also coordinate things like catering, A/V equipment, and entertainment. They also own or have access to the latest event tech, staging, and production equipment, saving you time and money.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Meeting professionals have always shouldered a hefty bag of tricks to fix the jagged edges that emerge at even the most meticulously polished events. Today, though, even veteran meeting organizers face Code Red calamities previously unimaginable. More than seven percent had produced more than 10 face-to-face meetings during that time.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 2, 2020

And for conferences or meetings, it’s to educate attendees or create connections. Lines for food, event check-in or walk-up registration. Finally, if you are setting up a classroom for a seminar or small meeting, 6’ or 8’ seminar tables work great (2-3 seats per table) with 3’ between table rows.

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Eventmobi

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

When it comes to meeting safety standards, event planners need to consider consumer confidence as much as regulatory policy. There are various strategies for connecting virtual participants online, but these exchanges may feel a little more forced than chance meetings that happen organically at informal cocktail hours. Safety Concerns.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Highlights included experiential activations designed to inspire what comes next in designing better meetings. Download “Pathways to Clarity” a joint IMEX, Smart Meetings White Paper outlining the state of the meetings industry. The Smart Meetings team was on the expo floor getting updates and sharing snapshots of the action.

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The Castle Group

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

A freelance event professional might be your best option when you are looking to fill a staffing gap, manage a small-scale meeting, or have a small budget. Tech savvy – In today’s digital age, technology is integral to event management. If your event needs are strictly technical (i.e.,

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

While the last year has drastically shifted the way we do everything from socializing and traveling to hosting meetings and events, the meetings industry is currently experiencing another change—the shift from fully virtual to hybrid meetings and events. Delivery is Key. Then, give them a surprise!

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The Castle Group

AUGUST 16, 2023

From behind-the-scenes tech tours to tips and tricks on boosting your event marketing strategies, there are always ways we can optimize the methods we use every day. We use this information to calculate more accurate guarantees for food and beverage functions, schedule a keynote at the opportune time in the agenda, and more.

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Ins'Tent

JANUARY 13, 2020

Greater New York Dental Meeting | November 29 – December 2 2020 | New York, NY. Entertainment. Anyone from any aspect of the industry should attend, as you can meet your current vendors, search for new suppliers, network with other owners, learn from peers and even check out the competition. Electronics & Tech.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 29, 2016

Las Vegas, New York City, Paris and other perennial favorites were among the world’s top meetings destinations in 2016, but several other locations significantly enhanced their appeal largely due to major expansion and renovation projects. Here are 15 of the leading meetings cities in 2016. of event space. It features 2.6 million sq.

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QC Event School

DECEMBER 30, 2022

It’s important to understand who you’re writing for, what their needs are, and how you can meet them. Your client is a large tech company that is looking to host an exclusive event for the launch of their new product. Providing entertainment options. Here are the top five: Mistake #1: Not doing enough research.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

Meeting planners can choose from one of seven Team San Jose managed venues and cultural facilities including the San Jose McEnery Convention Center and four historic theaters. Combined these venues offer 550,000 square feet of meeting space. San Jose is a hub to surrounding activities.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 24, 2019

Tokyo is eager to attract more of the international meetings market, and a high-tech entertainment hub on an artificial island in Tokyo Bay could play a more important role. Like many destinations in Japan, however, Odaiba needs to attract more foreign visitors, including meeting professionals.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

JULY 3, 2018

Budgets are difficult to manage , so try to dedicate a fixed amount for certain components: food and beverage, entertainment, AV needs, venue space, décor, shipping, etc. Key Questions: How far is the food from the meeting room? Event Needs: AV/tech, catering, shipping, décor, keynote speakers, gifts, etc.

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Canadian Special Events

APRIL 23, 2020

Additional objectives were to ensure it represented Vancouver; that the food was amazing and creatively presented; the design needed to be edgy and never seen before; include elements of surprise and awe, and that it be a party full of “insta” moments.” Highlights of the event included the Suspended Treehouse Orbs, a 30 ft.

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Planning Pod

MAY 27, 2020

You might be able to work around some obstacles, but ideally, your event space must meet the basic requirements of your event. Look for easy and entertaining spots, like TopGolf, urban axe throwing, arcade pubs and Fowling. Choose this beautiful backdrop for your next wedding or work meeting. Indoor recreational sports.

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PCMA Convene

APRIL 11, 2017

Boise, Idaho: A cosmopolitan oasis where your meeting is the star. The expansion adds the new Boise Centre East and an elevated concourse that connects the 86,000 square feet of total meeting space and breakout rooms to the city’s vibrant and walkable core, which now offers 1,700 hotel rooms — including the recently opened Inn at 500.

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EventMB

MAY 22, 2022

Pallets are a favorite DIY option because they can be so diverse, from furniture to event entertainment, they are now making their way into exhibitions as a unique, rustic way of displaying products, signage or artwork. Food is a crowd pleaser, particularly for long exhibitions and trade shows. Entertain Guests: Use a Live Band.

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e2m.live

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

the events industry contributes more to GDP than even movie production (source: A survey conducted by Meeting Professionals International). Hence, it is hard to believe the reports like 2019: Global Meetings and Events Forecast, that predicts that the events industry will hit badly by tightened budgets! Let’s find out.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 21, 2017

Coachella is a convergence of Instagrammable foods, high-tech décor and innovative activity options—the perfect combination for popularity. Coachella is offering more than 100 food vendors this year, serving all tiers of food and beverage options. The San Diego-based restaurant serves vegan food and drinks.

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InitLive

JANUARY 25, 2021

Increase food and beverage sales by 35%. Talent or entertainment cost. Here is a quick list to help you kick start your line up booking: Create a list of desired performers and entertainment vendors. Start booking artists and entertainment. Reach 70% returning attendee from previous years. Sanitary facility costs.

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