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12 Event Trends and Shifts for 2021

Attendease

As we enter public event spaces, we will be temperature scanned, logged in for both our learning CEUs and contact tracing, reminded to wear our masks. Food and beverage service will evolve from lines and buffets to service in individual containers or plates and offered with minimal contact points. Passing Trend: Hugless.

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The Survey Says: Meetings and Events are Thriving and Evolving

Smart Meetings

Accor Survey: “Meeting Expectations: The Future of Meetings & Events” World-leading hospitality group Accor operates a diverse hospitality group of over 40 hotel brands, from luxury to economy. Green Gatherings Sustainability is at the front of both planners’ and attendees’ minds, as Green Gatherings takes center stage.

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12 Event Trends and Shifts for 2021

Attendease

As we enter public event spaces, we will be temperature scanned, logged in for both our learning CEUs and contact tracing, reminded to wear our masks. Food and beverage service will evolve from lines and buffets to service in individual containers or plates and offered with minimal contact points. Passing Trend: Hugless.

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10 Can’t-Miss Education Sessions at IMEX America

MeetingsNet

In fact, she says she felt validated after readi ng a MeetingsNet article titled 6 Top Trends Shaping the Meetings Scene in 2023 (inflation, decentralized workforce, attendee well-being, DEI, technology, and sustainability) because the planned IMEX education tracks were so closely aligned. Sessions cover generative A.I.,

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Best Practices for Safe Meetings from APEX COVID-19 Business Recovery Taskforce

SmartMeetings

The hospitality industry is coming to the rescue. Events Industry Council (EIC)’s Accepted Practices Exchange (APEX) COVID-19 Business Recovery Taskforce has been navigating all the turbulence by collecting best practices. Where are planners getting guidance on best practices for food and beverage? Here are highlights.

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Code Red! Your Fix-It Guide for Today’s Event Emergencies

SmartMeetings

Going into full hostess mode, she arranged for a hospitality suite stocked with food and a changing room in case early arrivals wanted to hit the beach before the welcome reception. “I For a recent event, she whipped up a “gala in a box,” with robust cheese, charcuterie and snack packs people could eat at their well-spaced seats.

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The 33 skills meeting and event planners need to succeed

Plan Your Meetings

H: Meeting or event design. Develop mission, goals and objectives of meeting/event. Determine feasibility of meeting or event. Determine requirements to carry out meeting or event. Develop the sustainability plan for meeting or event. Implement a sustainability management plan. J: Marketing.