Conferences that Work

AUGUST 17, 2020

The challenges of providing safe travel, accommodations, venue traffic patterns, and food & beverage all have to be overcome. But I will simply not risk my health to attend an in-person meeting at present. Now add the significant barriers and costs to holding in-person meetings during this pandemic.

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Endless Events

APRIL 13, 2023

Today, the three categories the crew will have to cut, keep, or improve are: Production Food Marketing But before the crew starts making event budget cuts, Nick shares a disclaimer. I know that’s super controversial, but it’s pretty easy and probably the highest cost in the F&B (food and beverage) bubble.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 2, 2020

To accomplish this, you plan to have keynote addresses for speakers and presenters, breakout sessions, group dining, happy hours and an exhibit hall for vendors and sponsors. Your event floor plans will need to easily accommodate all these functions with flair. Lines for food, event check-in or walk-up registration.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

What event designers are learning is that exposing participants to micro-stimulants can ease the process of reaching their ultimate satisfaction during the event by winning their attention over and over again. Actively participating in the event’s itinerary will ultimately save their energy and increase their motivation.

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PCMA Convene

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

The protocols focus on best practices for four specific areas: transmission barriers, enhanced sanitization, health screenings, and food and beverage. “We This is an opportunity for us to be more present in our partnerships and to be more engaged in conversation,” Calvert said, “and understand that we have mutual goals and objectives.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The VR programming gave participants the ability to virtually explore the interior and exterior of Ford’s vehicles and watch the on-demand virtual Ford stage for speakers and presentations. VR was a key in the hand of Ford’s event planners. A VR-supported presentation can transform your event, itself.

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Social Tables

APRIL 1, 2021

Looking to create an event floor plan that’s aesthetically pleasing and makes it easier for people to collaborate with each other during a presentation? Or, if you plan to serve lunch, take advantage of wall space by arranging buffet tables up against it so attendees can serve themselves without disrupting the presentation.

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Canadian Special Events

JUNE 14, 2022

“Golf and Grill presented by Avison Young ,” produced by Melanoma Canada & nominated for “Best Event for a Community Based Charity,” was a very cool event that combined two of my favourite things. Beverage partners included Flat Rock Cellars , Georgian Bay Spirit Co. ,

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Smart Meetings

MAY 3, 2023

This historic and solemn event will be a singular challenge for them and other London hoteliers and the special event designers managing every detail. Arrange for Personalized F&B Some guests may travel with their own private chef or order-in food from their favorite restaurant or the hotel.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 30, 2020

Expert groups are addressing each area, starting with a report on health and safety from the Meeting and Event Design group that is scheduled to be on the EIC website by early July. The living document will be updated as the situation changes and everyone learns more about how to support a vibrant live events industry.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 25, 2021

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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Canadian Special Events

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Design Every element of the UNITE 2022 summit, be it the registration and the app, food and beverage, networking and sponsor areas, or session elements, was designed to maximize impactful connections between participants, all under one UNITED theme.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 26, 2017

The open side would face a screen, presentation, or stage area. Staggered seating is perfect for large groups, events with a meal, or interactive sessions. Traffic in between tables and chairs can flow freely, making this a choice set when there’s food and beverage involved. Classroom 12.1%. Hollow Square 3.9%.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

What event designers are learning is that exposing participants to micro-stimulants can ease the process of reaching their ultimate satisfaction during the event by winning their attention over and over again. Actively participating in the event’s itinerary will ultimately save their energy and increase their motivation.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 26, 2020

The group is addressing health and safety , community, global ecosystems, reskilling the industry, innovation, digital transformation , advocacy and risk mitigation , with expert groups addressing each area, starting with a report on health and safety from the meeting and event design group. For highlights, read on. Amy Calvert.

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PCMA Convene

MAY 23, 2018

But there are plenty of other findings that provide food for thought — and yes, F&B was covered in IACC’s research. But as on- and off-site experiences and amenities become more meshed, the report noted that venues must consider how their facilities and meeting-space design fit in the whole of the participants’ experience.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Roughly speaking, planners divide their entire budget into several distinct ‘areas’ of the event. the event venue : a huge piece of the budget cake goes towards renting ballrooms, f&b, and room blocks. event production : event AV costs include all things video, audio, lighting, power, and internet.

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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.” screen – the crowd went wild!

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

Logistics management: From booking the venue to arranging travel and accommodation for attendees and speakers, experienced pharma event planners handle all the logistical details. Content development: The content, from presentations and panel discussions to interactive workshops, is the heart of any pharma event.

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PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 4, 2017

Here are a handful of their insights with implications for organizers of events (and don’t miss Convene editor Barbara Palmer’s account of a presentation from the second day of the forum). People care about their food. Don’t overdo tech. They want “a great experience at a great value.”

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 7, 2017

Cut videoing of presentations. For our largest event in 2016 we had to turn away more than 150 people. We have implemented a risk-management manual to our events and we have purchased more event insurance for better protection. Have had to cut special events (receptions, keynote, concert) budgets. More outreach.

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Endless Events

JUNE 20, 2023

You’re marketing to a more educated audience, which should impact how you present your brand. For event marketing, that means you might have a hard time persuading Gen Z to upgrade to VIP tickets—unless some serious perks are involved. Try to pack as much value into your event and upgrades.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

People want to know more about their food, Caesar’s Michele Polci said, like what kind of tomatoes are being served, and where the olive oil and vinegar come from. I walk in and get goosebumps when I see a food presentation that is artfully done. . How do you incorporate local foods in your menus? Repurposing!

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 7, 2017

However, you might consider negotiating the prior year’s rates for services such as food and beverage. Don’t assume, just present your case and work with the vendor on the best way to make it happen. Negotiating event contracts is a great exercise in compromise. Secure the prior year’s pricing. Take your time. Jennifer D.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 9, 2017

But savvy event strategists know we all have a responsibility in understanding how the environment bears the brunt of event outputs.

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Eventtia

APRIL 18, 2022

Include at least a rough draft of your event’s agenda to help you ensure you don’t miss any details in the future. Catering (food and beverages). Fine-tune your cost estimation and create a detailed event budget. Identify speakers/talents/presenters. Plan a detailed agenda for your event.

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Meeting Tomorrow

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

From our point of view, the event market is due for another round of disruption—whether it’s in accommodation, food and beverage, event design, attendee engagement, or highly effective data solutions. About the author: Phil Hamstra is the VP of Strategic Initiatives at Meeting Tomorrow.

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Social Tables

MAY 17, 2019

Either way, if you plan to include some pineapple in your event menu, you might as well throw some on a table for decoration too! Crepe-paper pom-poms Crepe paper pom poms can hang and float in warm summer breezes or lay squat on food and beverage displays. Either way, these lightweight beauties come in a wide variety of colors.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 1, 2017

The crew strutted the aisles in flight-attendant uniforms from the past 60 years, and passengers used their laptops and tablets to watch presentations on wearable technology and the digitalization of fashion delivered by subject-matter experts standing at the front of the plane. We had been discussing this idea for years,” Wingenter said. “It

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Dismal Black and Brown representation within the events industry presents barriers to diversity and inclusion in leadership and influential positions needed to impact change,” said Jason Dunn, Sr., #IMEX2022 #meetings #meetsmart #CSR pic.twitter.com/NKJ84OXuu9. SmartMeetings (@SmartMeetings) October 11, 2022.

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Bizzabo

APRIL 30, 2019

Although the OPAL Event Center requires all of their guests to be 21+ (even for private events), they offer flexibility in the form of amenities, catering, and beverage options. They provide food and beverages with season flavor and locally sourced ingredients. They also serve award-winning local wines.

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TicketBud

APRIL 29, 2019

Having a clear goal and understanding your key customer base is vital for successful events. What is Your Event Goal? Is it an event designed to have immediate profitable impact? Is it an experience designed to get people to try your venue? Such as a fundraiser.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 31, 2017

As a Rhode Island native, Adamo knew that Providence was home to a rich food scene born of the city’s many ethnic groups—Italian, especially—as well as the waves of trained chefs who graduate from J&W and stay to open their own restaurants. So how could scrappy Providence claim its rightful place among America’s great food cities? “No

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Plan Your Meetings

JUNE 27, 2016

H: Meeting or event design. If you’re strategic about creating a sustainability plan for your event you can have a powerful positive impact on the environment, your participants and your host communities. Some help you determine the primary goals and objectives for your meeting or event. H: Meeting or event design.

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 3, 2019

All of these things are the result of flawed (or no) event floor layout design, and poor event layout design can be just as damaging to the success of your event as bad food or a no-show speaker or entertainer. Food-and-Beverage.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Dismal Black and Brown representation within the events industry presents barriers to diversity and inclusion in leadership and influential positions needed to impact change,” said Jason Dunn, Sr., #IMEX2022 #meetings #meetsmart #CSR pic.twitter.com/NKJ84OXuu9. — SmartMeetings (@SmartMeetings) October 11, 2022.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 25, 2019

Portland resident Laura Morgan has a passionate interest in food, along with architecture, culture, history, and the stories of the people who live in her city. Her inspiration, Morgan said, was to provide “a deeper dive into the food and drink culture of the place for the people who are looking for it.”. Travel Portland).

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