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Competent logistics are the new meeting minimum

Conferences that Work

I’ve been convening meetings for decades, though, so I know a fair amount about meeting planning. As I prepared to review the venue’s meeting spaces, room set options, and traffic patterns, I thought about how, today, competent logistics are the new meeting minimum.

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5 Things Planners Can Learn from the Presidential Inauguration

SmartMeetings

When planning a big event , don’t forget to consider transportation during the site selection process. Have a backup plan for speakers and entertainment. Speaker mishaps are common in events, and a poorly handled one can mean the difference between a fabulous event and a forgettable dud.

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Some benefits of selecting second-tier cities

Plan Your Meetings

In second-tier cities, convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs) will help you increase attendance at your convention and make your meeting planning easier. Complimentary passes to the airport-operated executive lounge for VIPs and speakers. Help marketing your event. bucolic horse country estates.