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We are biased against truly creative event design

Conferences that Work

A “creative” event design is one with a novel venue and/or decor and lighting and/or food and beverage. Consequently, planners restrict the entire focus of creative event design to novel visual and sensory elements. Truly creative event design We are biased against truly creative event design.

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Healthcare Events: Ideas for Every Size and Type

Attendease

Next, build a realistic event budget—factor in venue, food and beverage, A/V, staffing, speakers, promotion, etc. Then, find the right venue for your audience size, event format, and budget. Workshops and roundtable sessions also lend themselves well to audience participation. What are your measurable goals?

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10 Can’t-Miss Education Sessions at IMEX America

MeetingsNet

discussions to a “Belong-a-palooza” to a filmmaker workshop, fresh topics will complement evergreen sessions such as event contracting and meeting security, for a lively educational agenda. The Event Design Collective and Encore are other noted educational partners. From generative A.I

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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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Checklist for a Productive IMEX Trip

SmartMeetings

On Smart Monday alone, you can earn your Event Design Certificate , participate in a PCMA Business School session and network with your peers at SITE Nite for a good cause. Workshops cover everything from career development and event tech to trends in food and beverage. Come prepared to tell your story.

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What Did You Do Differently Last Year?

PCMA Convene

Added a day as well as additional workshops; expanded available exhibit space. . 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. For this week: . Better contract negotiations.

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Unique Event Experiences Are The Secret Ingredient Your Venue Needs

TicketBud

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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