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Top Convention Center Projects Underway in 2016

SmartMeetings

Convention center projects around the globe signal a very bright future for meetings and events in the new year. From San Francisco to Auckland, New Zealand, and Sydney to Aberdeen, Scotland, convention center projects include major expansions and new builds that are born from demand. of event space… More.

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#EventIcons 2019 Sneak Peek – #EventIcons Episode 146

Endless Events

We are stepping up the game for event industry podcasts. From tips on how to grow your business, to event safety and technology there will be something for everyone! Follow our iconic guests on Twitter: Will Curran of Endless Events ( @itswillcurran ). What are the challenges of virtual reality at events in the events industry?

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2017 Oscars Guide for Meeting Planners

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We take you on a planner’s tour of the films’ picturesque settings— from Montreal to Atlanta to Sydney —and break down where to host an event. Filming location: Sydney. Notable conference center: International Convention Center Sydney provides more than 86,000 sq. of meeting room space across 70 rooms. Katherine G.

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Favorite Tools Of The Year – #EventIcons Episode 145

Endless Events

Today we are reflecting on 2018 and discussing our hosts favorite tools for event profs from the past year. In this episode of #EventIcons our hosts Will Curran, Brandt Krueger, Tahira Endean, and Alex Plaxen will share all about their favorite tools for event profs. Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting ( @BrandtKrueger ).

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How to Design a Conference Room for a Better Event Experience

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This is particularly harmful to micro-events and office meetings, that an average office worker attends more than 60 each month. Nonetheless, hosting a closed-door meeting is a simple matter that doesn’t require a conference room. For large events, organic light-emitting diodes (OLED) are also a viable option.

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6 Smart Moves at Visit Indy, Le Pavillon Hotel, Kimpton Solamar & More

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Photo Credit: Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants Andrew Gee Outrigger Hotel and Resorts in Sydney, Australia, appointed Andrew Gee to vice president of sales and marketing, Asia Pacific. Engstrom spent time in event marketing for Bolthouse Productions/SBE as well. He relocated to the San Diego property in 2014 as sales manager.

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6 New Celebrity Chef Dining Experiences

SmartMeetings

Food and beverage is such a huge part of meetings and events that planners are continually seeking out new restaurants to host attendees for unique dining experiences. Chang also has eateries in New York City, Sydney, Toronto and Washington, DC.