Smart Meetings

MAY 26, 2023

Is the events industry more prepared for a future emergency? Sheridan President and CEO of Meet Boston and co-chair, Meetings Mean Business Coalition What does the official end of Covid mean for the meetings industry? I expected the media to play it down as a non-event, but I did not expect the industry to do the same.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 6, 2021

However, convention centers, arenas, and other facilities hosting events larger than 5,000 people will require attendees to show a recent negative Covid-test result or proof of vaccination. ECA noted that in California, business events support about 290,000 jobs.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Hargrove sets an example for planning events that go off without a hitch through their government shutdown contingency plan After the venue booking, event design, attendee lists, emails, emails and more emails, your event is all ready to go—finally! Contingency plans are the answer to your prayers. 29 to Oct 1. 29 to Oct 1.

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GEVME

OCTOBER 10, 2020

Due to the current pandemic, the demand for having hybrid events has increased exponentially. Hybrid events are now slowly gaining the hype as more people are becoming aware of it. The attendees can attend an event in another country from their homes or even their local coffee shop. The Different Types of Hybrid Events.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 21, 2020

More : Are You Responsible for Mask Policing at Events? Smart Meetings spoke with Cartotto about what new security trends next year may have in store. The world of event security now has more to consider. In a survey by Endless Events , it was found that only 5.3 What Meeting Planners Should Ask Hotels.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 13, 2021

When planning an event, we’ve always had to weigh factors, such as holidays and seasons, that helped determine the best time to host it. Now as pandemic restrictions are being lifted and more people are getting vaccinated , we have to decide not only when to host an event but also whether to host it virtually or live.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Heike Mahmoud , CMP, was one of the first European meeting professionals to earn the Certified Meting Professional (CMP) designation through the Events Industry Council (EIC) in 2006. It is a seal of quality that is immediately understood and is one of the foundations for success in the international meetings industry,” she says.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 9, 2022

CLEARED4, the United States’ largest and most trusted HIPAA-compliant health verification platform, announced today it is providing custom features and solutions to conferences, events and tradeshows across the U.S.

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PCMA Convene

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Attendees could interact with Freedom account executives on one screen via Zoom while another monitor showed pre-loaded video content. For the past 60 years, the Florida Association of Mortgage Professionals (FAMP) has hosted a State Annual Convention and Trade Show for its members who are mortgage brokers and lenders from across Florida.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 17, 2021

After a postponed 2020 annual event for more than 700 people, Meeting Professionals International (MPI) brought its World Education Congress (WEC) back to Las Vegas this week with more than 1,200 people live for a series of firsts. See also : Tales from Las Vegas: Jewelry Trade Shows and LVCC’s Comeback Convention.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

Alliance Nationwide Exposition is partnering with the Texas Live Events Coalition to host the first Together Again Expo Hometown Series on October 23, 2020, at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, TX. Similar to the prior gathering in Orlando, this conference is open to all event professionals and suppliers.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Over our 23 years in the professional event production industry, we’ve identified several key elements that often prevent our clients’ events from achieving outstanding success. Our goal is to help you excel in your event planning endeavors. Virtual events: Plan 2-4 months in advance.

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PCMA Convene

AUGUST 28, 2020

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association used a new COVID-19-symptom screening tool — 42Chat’s HealthShield — to help ensure the 450 attendees at the live portion of its Cattle Industry Summer Business Meeting met safely. How do you ensure your event adheres to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines for gatherings?

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Eventscase Blog

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Event crisis management is a critical aspect of organising successful events. It involves anticipating and effectively addressing potential crises that may arise before, during, and after an event. Understanding the key principles and strategies of event crisis management is vital for any event professional.

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Event Industry News

JULY 24, 2020

A benchmark report released by Liveforce has revealed the impact of Covid-19 on the event and promo staffing industry, which like many sectors is experiencing significant uncertainty as a result of the pandemic. Displaying clear signage, for workers and customers, about the health and safety guidelines in place at your venue.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 26, 2021

Three independent show organizers collaborated for the first time — Informa Markets’ MAGIC Pop Up Orlando, Clarion Events’ WWIN, and Tarsus Group’s OFFPRICE — on an in-person trade show at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. Event: MAGIC, WWIN, and OFFPRICE Co-Located Trade Show.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 23, 2020

Are hybrid events a short-term solution to current conditions or a long-term shift in the events space? We asked Event Planners if they are planning to incorporate a hybrid strategy for events going forward, and if yes, to share their insights into how that will work. Adeola Fowodu, Celebration Events Management.

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PCMA Convene

APRIL 12, 2021

A year after converting their annual business conference to an online event, the Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin (PDPW) returned to an in-person event in March, 2021. Virtual events don’t always have that element,” Strupp said. PDPW’S 2020 EVENT: How a Dairy Producers Conference Doubled Its Reach With Virtual.

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Event Planning BluePrint

JUNE 18, 2021

While restrictions dramatically slowed down business in 2020, hundreds of thousands of event planners across the world depend on the event planning industry to support themselves and their loved ones. Therefore, event planners have had to adapt to keep their customers happy and maintain their livelihoods. Meet Rebecca Burnworth.

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 28, 2020

After months of events canceling, we’re finally starting to see things come back little by little. Events are happening and the industry as a whole is moving in a forward direction. ?Alliance which will promote events by streaming all that the live events industry is doing through the country and the world at large.

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Eventscase Blog

AUGUST 10, 2023

With the help of AI, event planners can now generate content such as event schedules, guest lists, and even promotional materials in a matter of seconds. This makes AI a powerful tool to create engaging personalised content for your events. Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer an outlandish concept.

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PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 19, 2020

NSSF—The Firearm Industry Trade Association, which owns and sponsors SHOT Show, will decide by Dec. 1 whether the trade show will go on in January as planned. But it’s still a big “if” on whether the state will allow an event the size of SHOT Show. Photos courtesy NSSF). While many major U.S. Chris Dolnack.

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GEVME

JUNE 4, 2019

For many event managers, sponsors are a major source of income. They either make your event profitable or allow you to invest more in it. Searching for and finding sponsors for your event is the most important part of what we do. Why is event sponsorship crucial? What do sponsors expect from the events?

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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. Right now, those sorts of challenges are popping up at events all over the world.

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Eventscase Blog

MARCH 14, 2024

A post event report is an essential document that provides a comprehensive analysis of an event’s success, challenges, and outcomes. They serve as a valuable tool for event organisers and stakeholders. Importance of a post event report Post event reports play a crucial role in the event management process.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 1, 2022

And now, business groups have even more motivation to meet in Orlando. meeting destination has much to offer groups who seek big-city cultural amenities with a memorable vibe. Event-ful Experiences. destinations to welcome conventions, trade shows, meetings, and consumer and sporting events during that time.

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Event Leadership Institute

OCTOBER 8, 2020

For over 20 years, the Florida Festivals & Events Association (FFEA) has promoted large community events in Florida, including festivals, food & wine events, and state and local fairs. FFEA supports more than 700 event industry professional members who collectively represent 5,500 events.

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Event Birdie

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Guest Blog by Russell McIntosh | Trade Show Training. The Federal Government has put up some money to help stimulate the Business Events industry which is coming off its toughest year in living memory. You intend to exhibit at one or more of the approved events (link below). What if the event gets cancelled?

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Eventinterface

MAY 7, 2018

Selecting the right speakers can make or break your meeting. The good ones see themselves as part of the larger event team and will share their wealth of experience to insure your overall success. You will learn the 10 guidelines to screen the mountain of material that your speakers or their bureaus will send you.

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Connect Your Meetings

JULY 9, 2019

Natasha Stamper Pedigo, CMP, 38, works in Lexington, Kentucky, as a meeting planner and event manager at The Asphalt Institute. A s a 2019 40 Under 40 honoree, Pedigo discusses her passion for the events industry. What I do: I plan and execute three large member meetings a year across the U.S.

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

With so much vying for the attention of your audience today, it is more important than ever to create an experience at your events that will captivate and engage guests. Mixed reality can help you enhance guest experience at your event, leaving your audience awe-struck and inspired. Mixed Reality Events. Generate Buzz.

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Eventscase Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

Event legacy has become an increasingly important topic in the world of event planning, with organisations, attendees, and host cities all looking to maximise the long-term benefits and positive impacts that events can bring. What is event legacy?

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Smart Meetings

JULY 21, 2021

Twelve months ago, my team’s ability to perform “business as usual”—travel, host and attend professional meetings and events (PMEs) —required a whole new level of dedication and persistence. We know that: Successful in-person meetings and business events are possible and taking place. The road ahead. for the U.S.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 28, 2020

The Best of the Best: Virtual/Hybrid Exhibitors: Creating Amazing Exhibitor Experiences For Virtual And Hybrid Events. ? Make sure you’re up to date with all the information you need to plan a virtual event by downloading our Virtual Events Handbook! We’ve got some exciting news stories in the world of events ??.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Within the meetings and conventions industry, there has been a rise in the understanding and appreciation of what it means to be Eco-friendly and green. And whenever possible implement and uphold Eco-friendly procedures to ensure future greener meetings and events. Denver is a natural fit for green meetings and events”.

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Hubilo Blog

JULY 14, 2020

What excuse do you make when asked about your hybrid events – and you haven’t got them? It is not a challenge, but a stark problem for event planners and professionals around the world to host their events now. Virtual event software could be a great platform for you when you consider hosting hybrid events.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 15, 2020

Global meetings and events industry trade show organiser, IBTM has announced first details of its rescheduled IBTM Asia Pacific, which will take place from 13 – 14 April 2021 in Singapore, at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre. IBTM Asia Pacific Event Manager, Michael Jones.

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