Events Inc. Purchases Five Iowa Shows
Exhibitor Magazine
AUGUST 14, 2022
Events Inc., a newly formed event promotional company, led by industry leaders Michael Moore, Andy Miller and Lee Collins, announced its purchase of f.
4 Major Reasons to Plan in Iowa (Besides Its No. 1 Ranking)
SmartMeetings
FEBRUARY 27, 2018
Smack-dab in the middle of the country lies Iowa. Iowa offers a whole lot more than just cornfields and tractors, though. Based on 77 measures across eight categories, Iowa was top in the nation for its stellar infrastructure, health care, opportunity and education. Iowa City is home to the famous Literary Walk on Iowa Avenue.
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Des Moines Sees Summer Events Reach Pre-Pandemic Heights
Exhibitor Magazine
JULY 20, 2021
DES MOINES, Iowa After more than a year of weathering the complicated landscape of travel and events amidst a global pandemic, Catch Des Moines says.
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Smart Moves in Honduras, Florida and More
Smart Meetings
MAY 4, 2023
Before working with Galena Country Tourism, Noble worked as an art fair coordinator for DubuqueFest in Iowa. She also founded and was director of the regional craft show Handmade City, which served the Illinois/Iowa region. Pamela Laite Development Counsellors International (DCI) named Laite director of business events.
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Events Industry Council announces Recipients of 2022 Global Awards
Event Industry News
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
The Events Industry Council (EIC), the global voice of the business events industry,has today announced the Recipients of its annual Global Awards , which celebrate and honour exemplary achievements and focus on leadership at all levels and areas of focus within the global business events industry.
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ITA Group Acquires Experiential-Learning Company
MeetingsNet
SEPTEMBER 17, 2022
The West Des Moines, Iowa-based company has acquired London-based experiential-learning company NKD. London-based NKD increases ITA Group’s headcount by a third and adds greatly to its global reach. After launching ITA Group Europe in early 2021, ITA Group has made another move to broaden its global footprint.
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COVID Event Restrictions: NY and NJ
Brilliant Event Planning
JULY 24, 2020
The below is the most recent information we were able to gather on event restrictions in New York and New Jersey in order to stop/slow the spread of Covid-10. If elevators are necessary at an event, only one individual is permitted at a time unless all individuals are wearing face coverings. Photo by Lindsay Madden Photography.
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Smart Moves in Portland, Hawaii and More
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 3, 2023
She most recently served as events and operations manager at The Brew Creek Centre. Ryan Bonifas Ryan Bonifas, Grand River Center Convention Center Bonifas is appointed as general manager of Grand River Center Convention Center , operated by Oak View Group (OVG), in Dubuque, Iowa.
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A Master Class on Forgiveness — and How to Hold a Virtual Session
PCMA Convene
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
an educational psychology professor at University of Northern Iowa who studies “the emotional mechanics and the science behind forgiveness,” he said. It made the sessions available for participants to view on demand after the event — and for the general public on YouTube. What else did the Templeton World Charity Foundation do right?
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Global Insurance Symposium Shapes Future of Industry
Exhibitor Magazine
AUGUST 3, 2021
Des Moines, Iowa: The 2021 Global Insurance Symposium brought together industry and regulatory leaders from around the world for three days of collabo.
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Top Venues that Host Retreats
Unique Venues
MARCH 17, 2020
Boulders Conference Center in Denison, Iowa is centrally located between Omaha, Sioux City and Des Moines. It’s also a beautiful location, nestled in the rolling hills of western Iowa, on the Majestic Hills Golf Course. The Office of Conference Services is expert at helping to plan and ensure successful events. Newark, DE.
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Smart Moves in The Palm Beaches, Los Angeles and More
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023
She will draw on her over 20 years of experience with Caesar’s Entertainment and Hyatt to book business in the areas of Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin and Wyoming. He will work to elevate guest connections and create memorable stays.
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Agriculture and Agritourism in Virginia Beach
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
For example, Iowa Soybean Association is coming to the city in May. A great example of Virginia Beach tapping into its local farms for events at Virginia Beach Convention Center was the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation Conference held in November 2023. to Virginia Beach Convention Center. We all play a part in that.
In-depth Wedding Statistics and Trends for 2024
Nunify
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
52% make use of wedding event apps. Furthermore, 36% are thinking about integrating AI, making 54% open to or already utilizing it , while 46% are unlikely to do so.
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Evvnt Goes Live Across 20 Community Media Group Newspapers
Evvnt
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
Including Illinois, Indiana and Iowa, as well as newspapers in Michigan, Pennsylvania and New York. Each CMG newspaper has been fitted with our Revenue Generating Events calendars, […]. CMG owns and operates community newspapers with websites in several Midwestern states.
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Top Pick Venues that Host Youth Events
Unique Venues
MARCH 31, 2020
Choosing a venue to host your youth event is a unique challenge. Whether it’s an athletic event or an academic event, you need to have adequate surroundings, equipment, spaces, facilities, and of course food! Not to worry, our Top Picks for Venues to Host Youth Events covers all your needs. Iowa State University.
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FICP’s Annual Conference Gave Back, Set Records
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
The community give-back portion of the event also included an activation that led to attendees assembling 500 water filters through the W|W Filter Build Experience. Meredith Buggelli , corporate vice president of corporate events–head of industry relations and administration with New York Life Insurance Company, will become the 2023 Chair.
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Smart Moves: Food and Beverage
Smart Meetings
APRIL 27, 2023
Silva will lead the property’s French bistro Le Sel, rooftop bar and lounge Lady Bird and private events. Cardillo comes from Iowa, where he worked as executive chef at Des Moines Marriott Downtown. Before The Banneker, Silva opened and developed the menu for ilili Restaurant at the Wharf in Washington, D.C.
Smart Moves in LA, Encinitas and More
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 27, 2021
In the past, Boonie was general manager at Courtyard by Marriott in Iowa. Switch , an event and marketing agency in Chicago, appointed Hirsch to senior vice president of sales and marketing. Hirsch brings three decades of experience in hospitality and business event sales and marketing to his new position. Joe Hirsch.
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Top Picks for Meetings and Events in the Midwest
Unique Venues
JUNE 10, 2020
Having your event in the Midwest region of the United States is a wonderful idea. Beautiful Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri is a go-to venue for any kind of social or professional business event. We just love Galena, Illinois as an event location – limited only by your event planning imagination.
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20 Des Moines, Iowa Event Venues That Your Attendees Will Love
Bizzabo
MARCH 19, 2020
Planning an event in Des Moines? Then you'll definitely want to check out these top-ranking event venues! When you think of Iowa, what comes to mind? As it turns out, there's a lot more to Iowa than initially meets the eye — especially in Des Moines, its capital city. Des Moines is also a great event city.
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Choose the “Wright” Space to Enhance Your Events
Smart Meetings
JANUARY 15, 2019
Event spaces include Frank Lloyd Wright Ballroom (24,576 sq. Related: Arizona Biltmore on Full Display During Smart Event. The event space is split into three carefully manicured wings: Conference Center, Sam and Gene Johnson Guest House and Wingspread. Five different event spaces call the Guggenheim Museum home: Ronald O.
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TWT: Wobbly Travel Recovery, Flight Delays and Hotel Boom
Smart Meetings
JUNE 23, 2022
Have a glass of wine and stay in a hotel, enjoy your night not being stressed while everyone misses their events.”. ” In another airline cut, American Airlines announced that it would end service to Islip and Ithaca in New York; Toledo, Ohio; and Dubuque, Iowa. If you have to be somewhere, spend the extra money, go a day early.
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Ascent: Dave Jefferys on Why ‘We Wanted to Stand Up and Be Counted’
PCMA Convene
NOVEMBER 26, 2018
The Luminaries series, made possible by VisitDallas, is part of the PCMA Convene Ascent initiative, which seeks to promote inclusion and diversity across the business events industry. He launched an organization to bring together what he described as the underserved LGBT meetings and events community. By David McMillin.
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Venues in the Heartland
Unique Venues
MAY 25, 2021
At Unique Venues, the Heartland offers a dynamic mix of places to host your next event. Bordering Chicago along beautiful Lake Michigan, Chicago’s North Shore represents one of the most scenic communities in the Midwest and is home to a variety of state-of-the-art meeting and event facilities. Hope College. Purdue University.
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College and Universities That Prove the Midwest is Best
Unique Venues
OCTOBER 1, 2018
In this region, the University of Illinois Conferences & Special Events is home to a 1,400-acre campus with high-tech classroom spaces, lounges, and overnight accommodations for up to 1,800 people and a dedicated event staff to help plan it all. Iowa State University. Champaign, IL. Purdue University. West Lafayette, IN.
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4 Cities That Will Change Your Perception of the Midwest
Connect Your Meetings
OCTOBER 1, 2016
It’s no surprise, then, that Midwest residents are perceived as friendly and welcoming, which is always positive when it comes to site selection for your events. If your mental image of the Midwest is more cornfields and gravel roads than world-class museums and fine dining, it’s time to get to know the region a little better.
Catch a Warm Reception in Des Moines, a Cool Town
Connect Your Meetings
DECEMBER 6, 2017
Situated in downtown Des Moines, Iowa Events Center features 37 meeting rooms, 150,000 square feet of exhibit space and a 28,800 sq.-ft. If hosting your next meeting or event at a convention center isn’t your thing, we’ve got you covered. Here you’ll find a variety of venues to accommodate any size and style of event.
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Chicago Southland Dazzles with Unique Meeting Spaces
Unique Venues
AUGUST 22, 2022
The Chicago Southland is enthusiastically ready to assist you in planning your regional meetings and events! We pride ourselves on stellar service and going the extra mile in assisting all planners, regardless of meeting or event size. With multiple event spaces, Thornton Distilling Co. in Thornton.
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Top 10 Cities to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
Smart Meetings
MARCH 16, 2023
For meeting planners hosting events during this holiday, it may provide a fun side-treat for attendees whether that’s a quick pub visit or a fun concert. Music fans looking for live entertainment can checkout The Dropkick Murphy’s at MGM Music Hall at Fenway on March 17th with a follow-up livestreaming event on 18th. Patrick’s Day in.
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Where You’d Least Expect Them
PCMA Convene
DECEMBER 28, 2017
If you’ve spent any time in the business-events industry, you know destinations like Las Vegas, Paris, Chicago, or Barcelona like the back of your hand. That’s amazingly exciting to be able to share that with anybody that’s doubting whether Rapid City is capable of hosting an event like this.”. Rapid City, South Dakota.
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Try Going Back to School for Your Next Meeting
SmartMeetings
SEPTEMBER 19, 2017
Ten separate event spaces totaling 43,000 sq. Ten separate event spaces totaling 43,000 sq. The hotel also boasts a penthouse event space with views of the campus. Southern Management Corporation owns and operates the hotel and works in partnership with the university. It offers 1,836 sq.
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2018 Education Conferences: The #1 Education Events Guide
Bizzabo
MARCH 30, 2018
Here's a look at some of the top 2018 education events. To better navigate this list, let's quickly review the different types of events you'll come across. Conferences - Conferences are large events that bring together education professionals in the field. Iowa City, IA. 2018 Education Conferences. April Conferences.
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7 Easy Ways to Break the Ice at an Event
SmartMeetings
AUGUST 25, 2016
There is perhaps no more paralyzing fear than standing alone in a crowded room of strangers at a networking event or during a break between sessions. First, other people at the event are in the same boat as you and are too busy worrying themselves to notice that you are also nervous. You’re just the person I’m looking for!
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Postcards From Montreux: Accor Hotels’ Global Meeting Exchange in Switzerland
PCMA Convene
JUNE 26, 2019
The opening dinner in the Grand Hall, served by chefs at stations offering everything from sushi to risotto to tandoori chicken, reflected the three-day event’s global reach — participants came from Abu Dhabi, Shanghai, Munich, Marrakesh, New Delhi, Rio de Janeiro, and Des Moines, Iowa, among other destinations.
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Eight Brilliant Meeting Sites Along Solar Eclipse Path
SmartMeetings
JULY 18, 2017
Venues along its path are hosting special events and hotels are offering promotional rates for this astronomical phenomenon. Custom eclipse glasses with a brand, company or event name printed on them would be a great promotional item to give out at meetings leading up to August 21. Garden color. Sundays are for exploring.
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77 Fire Certificate For Canopies – What You Need To Know
Ins'Tent
OCTOBER 7, 2019
While this may not be on your mind right away, there is always a chance that an incident involving fire may occur at your event. Event officials can find your certification helpful so that any fire, no matter where it comes from or goes, can be better controlled. South Carolina. Washington. Why Is Getting Certification Important?
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Smart Women 2017: Innovators
SmartMeetings
FEBRUARY 22, 2017
Company or organization: Conference Event Management in West Des Moines, Iowa. What I love about my job: I love to see the pride my team takes in their work and the creative ideas they come up with to create value for each client’s events. Job title: Founder and CEO Company or organization: Glow Global Events in New York City.
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SmartMeetings
FEBRUARY 22, 2017
Company or organization: Conference Event Management in West Des Moines, Iowa. What I love about my job: I love to see the pride my team takes in their work and the creative ideas they come up with to create value for each client’s events. Job title: Founder and CEO Company or organization: Glow Global Events in New York City.
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Smart Women 2017: Industry Leaders
SmartMeetings
FEBRUARY 22, 2017
Company or organization: Greater Des Moines Convention & Visitors Bureau, Iowa. What I love about my job: I work on an amazing team that secures and executes meetings, conventions and sporting events for Greater Des Moines. Job title: Director of sales and special events. It is a necessity to success in the events industry.
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Concerns about using facial analysis at events
Conferences that Work
JANUARY 15, 2024
Should the event industry embrace facial analysis — a technology that promises to offer new analytic data to event stakeholders? So it’s not surprising that companies have developed facial technologies to provide new forms of data to event owners. In this post, I’ll explain why I’m concerned.
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348 A Romantic and Unforgettable Newport Beach Wedding - Sarah and Ryan's wedding aboard the Newport Mojo
Hornblower
MARCH 20, 2019
I was living in Iowa City and engaged to someone else when Ryan was promoted to my area manager. The post A Romantic and Unforgettable Newport Beach Wedding appeared first on Hornblower Cruises & Events Blog. Read on to learn more about Sarah and Ryan’s Newport Beach wedding. Tell us the story of how you met.
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How Four Creative Cities Attract Business Events
PCMA Convene
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
This year, Iowa City celebrates 10 years as a UNESCO Creative City of Literature. IOWA CITY, IOWA. ‘It Iowa City, a UNESCO Creative City of Literature. This will be a big year for Iowa City. For smaller destinations like Iowa City, the UCCN destination can help shape the city’s identity to outsiders. “It
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SmartMeetings
FEBRUARY 22, 2017
Company or organization: Greater Des Moines Convention & Visitors Bureau, Iowa. What I love about my job: I work on an amazing team that secures and executes meetings, conventions and sporting events for Greater Des Moines. Job title: Director of sales and special events. It is a necessity to success in the events industry.
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