Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Now that compression is making available space an endangered resource and inflation is pushing up prices for even the most basic items while companies are hesitant to make binding decisions, the responsibility for explaining the realities of what is possible on both sides of the balance sheet falls to the event planner. Choices, Choices.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 24, 2020

Virtual events have become a mainstay in the business events industry. This year, Cvent made a significant investment in the Virtual Attendee Hub , creating a virtual event experience that integrates with their existing event marketing and event management platform. A Dry Run for the Future. We have the talent.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JUNE 17, 2019

I have been struck by the disparity in how an association’s organizational culture translates (or doesn’t translate) to the on-site implementation or planning of its live events. But when it gets to “go time,” does that culture manifest at your conferences and meetings? How to Create an Effective Event Culture.

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Eventinterface

APRIL 28, 2017

On this episode of event TALK we are speaking with Daniel Levine about trends in the meeting and event planning industry. We are speaking with Daniel about trends in the meetings and events industry. Current trends in the conference and event industry, and what does the future look like?

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 6, 2022

For those in the event planning business, that means you and your clients are facing long wait times on the phone, longer lines for flight check-ins, constant schedule changes, sky-high car rental fees…and the list of challenges piles up. Extra Challenges for Event Planners. How does it affect the event planner?

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 27, 2020

Tips for Staying Cybersecure in a Remote Workplace. Smart Meetings consulted Douglas Williams, president and CEO of Williams Data Management, for tips on the best practices to protect your company and attendees—including shielding virtual guests from emerging “Zoombombing” attacks.

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Eventinterface

MAY 10, 2017

Conferences should be more than just opening sessions and concurrent workshops, exhibit booths, and networking events. Today we are sharing our top 3 tips on how you can add that value to your conferences and events. Today we are sharing our top 3 tips on how you can add that value to your conferences and events.

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Eventinterface

OCTOBER 19, 2017

Countless multilingual business meetings, conferences and events are conducted around the world daily, the success of which largely depends on attendees understanding each other. Broadly, interpreters ensure that communication between event participants who do not speak the same language is possible. THE INTERPRETER'S ROLE.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 28, 2017

Now, he’s hi-jacking meeting planning with some hair-raising advice. He’ll be visiting the historic hotel monthly to consult with guests at the Beauty Bridal Boutique, which is available for anyone to book appointments and private events, not just soon-to-be-Mrs. You always want to look your best. I think it’s incredible.”.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

You know how powerfully the food and beverage experience can shape the overall tone and success of a meeting. The right menu can create an unforgettable experience, bring people together, showcase a destination, and drive the overall success of an event. Locally sourced ingredients and cuisine are all the rage for some good reasons.

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Food and Beverage Meetings Venues Management 91

Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Event planners and professionals are turning to podcasts to keep a pulse on thought leadership, event technology, and best practices. After all, it takes a lot less effort to listen to a podcast than it does to scroll through a newsfeed or event watch a video. The Best Event Planning Podcasts. Event Tech Podcast.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 4, 2018

Think about the theme of the event and what types of people are attending, then do some research into their specialties and the challenges they face. Case in point, my company once opened a meeting with an act that one of my employees just happened to catch on America’s Got Talent. It was a huge success! Be a fierce audience advocate.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Event planning or not. We are inundated with event planning questions and requests. Ask the Event Planning Expert – What’s in for You? With our combined experience planning and executing events and meetings, why not come together and share our know-how and ideas. That got us thinking.

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Maritz Global Events

DECEMBER 18, 2019

You need to be able to stop it from killing your event’s future. As we know, attendee churn is your event’s failure to retain guests year over year. Not only is it important to understand what churn is, but you also need to evaluate your event to see why it’s happening. Drill down on your niche.

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GEVME

AUGUST 15, 2019

Even if your 2018 events made an incredible impression, in 2019–2020, you should learn how to make these experiences even more memorable and impressive. The most important goal remains to consider everything—absolutely all modern tips and tactics to improve your event with our current event trends.

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Coterie Spark

AUGUST 19, 2022

Catch-22: Your conference ticket sales depend on the quality of your event, yet the quality of your event depends on what you can afford through your ticket sales! It goes without saying that conference and meeting planning invariably involves a lot of moving pieces. Engage the Experts.

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Eventinterface

JUNE 27, 2017

On this episode of Event TALK we are speaking with Steph Pheilsticker, an award-winning thought leader and innovator with nearly 20 years of event industry experience. We are speaking with Step on how companies and organization can implement hybrid strategies for their conferences and events. Hybrid Events Authority.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Tens of thousands of event attendees have been impacted as groups deal with air quality warnings and, in some cases, evacuation orders. Several events scheduled at Silverado were cancelled over the next two weeks while the resort was closed for repairs. Tip: consider developing a text alert system for faster communication.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 6, 2017

As the days grow shorter, draw inspiration from the season to design events that everyone will want to attend, and to help keep them engaged long after. Below are six tips to incorporate holiday cheer , connect with attendees, and create a little magic of your own. Get Festive. Hygge Inspiration. Start A Tradition. Avoid Re-gifting.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Helpful tips from ASAE on engaging and stimulating planners Planners are always on the hunt for new ways to create engaging and connecting experiences. Read More: Tips for Negotiating Your Next Big Event Contract What the Audience Needs To create the best experience for your attendees, Mason suggests the traditional route of surveying.

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Master the Event

JANUARY 9, 2024

Breaking into the meeting planning business takes a mishmash of education, experience and passion. It seems almost everyone I meet lately appears to have an interest in meeting planning and a meeting planner career. Here are some tips to get going on the career path you desire.

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Master the Event

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

We’ve been event planning and hosting face-to-face meetings for a dog’s age and in dog lingo that’s a long time. I of course am biased (extremely biased) when it comes to the event and meeting planning industry. Handling Event Planning Online Reviews – New Year New Trend!

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Event Leadership Institute

DECEMBER 8, 2017

One of the greatest challenges event planners face is how to minimize attrition while maximizing attendance and engagement. Making sure guests attend the event and have an amazing time is vital—but how do you ensure that everyone who RSVPs will actually show? Have a plan. Be conscious when selecting the event date.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 12, 2022

There is a joke in the event industry that event leaders either believe that they don’t have enough data to make data-crunching worthwhile, or that they have too much data to know where to start. This article from Konduko gives some simple tips as to what data to collect, and which dials you can move. Getting started.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Now event planning companies are learning that airlines are looking at adding extra fees for their preferred seats. Transportation is a Large Component of an Event Planning Company’s Services Transportation is one of those logistical components to an overall conference or event. Flying days.

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Building that relationship is critical, even if it’s built in the pressure cooker of event planning. Picture it like a three-legged stool with the event experience as the key component. They connect the client to the event by being partially “behind the scenes” while also “front of house,” to use theater metaphors.

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Eventinterface

MAY 11, 2017

On this episode of event TALK we are speaking with Donn LeVie Jr. We are speaking with Donn on how to Elevate your Return on Event (ROE) through Value-Boosting Professional Development Strategies. discuss the following: What is the definition of Return on Event? How to leverage events to market your product. Strategies.

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Stova

APRIL 7, 2020

If you are an event professional, right about now, you may be starting to feel like you are in an episode of the Twilight Zone. Sound familiar?

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SmartMeetings

JULY 28, 2023

Two Tips to Break Down Barriers to Booking Let’s focus first on the conference attendees. And if those don’t work and registration/rooms booked remains lower than anticipated, see what ancillary meetings can be booked in existing meeting space to help drive attendance. Our quick save?

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Event Leadership Institute

DECEMBER 7, 2017

Whether you’re just starting out in the event and meetings industry or you’re looking to take your current career to the next level, these tips can help you elevate your career! Event professionals are always busy, so at first thought it might seem self-indulgent to take time away to read. Read constantly. Keep learning.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

Wine-themed team-building can add a refined, celebratory feel to any event. However, it is important to keep meeting goals front-and-center. We asked experts for tips on right and wrong ways to add vino to an event. The interactive murder mystery format includes guests, wine jargon and the meeting theme in the plot.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 17, 2022

At a recent international event that had been rescheduled three times due to Covid, a major sponsor backed out of reserved rooms at the last minute. With literally days until the event, there was nothing the event planner could do—except plan ahead for the next event. There goes the room minimum! Trust But Verify.

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Meetings Contracts Hotels Travel 96

EventMB

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

Whether you are a school leaver, keen to enter the crazy and exciting world of event and meeting planning, switching from a different career path or looking for education and qualifications to increase your job prospects for promotions and advancement it can be overwhelming assessing all of the options.

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

5 tips on tapping CVBs for the assist from Destinations International CEO Don Welsh. As meeting planners are being asked to do more than less, CVBs are here to help by being an extension of the meeting planning team. They can also fill you in on new developments that can help enhance your event.

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Social Tables

AUGUST 4, 2017

The inspiration for your events can come from just about anywhere: event planning magazines, colleagues, other events, or social media. These event planning magazines, both digital and print, can help inspire your next big event idea. Meetings & Conventions. Click To Tweet. MeetingsNet.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Now, more than ever, meeting professionals need timely updates about how evolving technology can help them deliver smoother registration, better engagement and more valuable data insights for in-person, virtual and hybrid events. State of Virtual Meeting Tools. How to Harness the Lasting Power of Virtual Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

Editor’s Note : As part of Back Light, a series of articles sharing illuminating insider observations, we asked Geoffrey Wellen, chief customer care officer of 6Connex f or lessons learned from two years of virtual and hybrid events. Either way, meeting planners need to organize with both online and physical attendees in mind.

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