Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

Although the Americans with Disabilities Act went into effect in 1990, the spirit of the directive—to accommodate for everyone—is still sometimes lacking at hotels and venues, even if the letter of the law is fulfilled. It also ignores the needs of a growing, aging community that still wants to participate fully in travel and meetings.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 3, 2019

Offering everything from team-building exercises to meet-and-greet with legendary athletes, sports venues provide exciting, unique settings for meetings, special events and tours. Arguably the leading sports city in the United States, Los Angeles provides planners with an unparalleled variety of venue options.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 21, 2017

Holding an event at an interesting museum , theater or sports facility offers a unique experience that makes for a very memorable meeting. Planners can creatively design an exceptional environment that boosts the excitement of attendees before, during and after the event. Tips for Alternative Venue Selection.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Planning a safe event is by no means something that is new in the world of event planners, but it has definitely gained new meaning in the last 18 months. When we think of staying safe and sound at events these days, our minds first go to COVID-compliance officers, screening procedures, and hand sanitizers.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Those “in the know” say that there has been a definite increase in business and in meeting and event planning organizations. It positively provides the opportunity for recognition and, as we all know, in event and meeting planning, the name of the game is business, business and business.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The moniker doesn’t matter and whether you call it event planning, conference planning, meeting planning or meeting management, the facts are the facts. Significant business decisions, undertakings and solutions will transpire during meeting and event planning conferences that occur outside of work.

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PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Instead of advertising its brand, Amazon chose to use its naming rights to spotlight its pledge to reach net-zero carbon emissions by calling the Seattle venue Climate Pledge Arena — just one example how sustainability has become top of mind for organizations and consumers. Michael Dyerland/Visit Seattle). ” — Shawna McKinley.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2018

That is, if a historic organic ranch amid the oyster beds of West Marin, a Sausalito houseboat dinner event themed to Eastern European food and music and a tasty demonstration kitchen ready for hands-on cooking demos and team-building events in San Francisco’s North Beach will do. More : Best Food Truck Catering for Your Next Event.

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SpotMe Blog

MAY 11, 2023

On the hunt for the top medical communications companies to help you run better life science events? Planning and running successful events in the pharma industry involves managing multiple vendors, overseeing details, and executing a plan that’s cost-efficient and produces tangible results.

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Master the Event

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

It wasn’t so long ago that event planners would often higher local companies to help them source out local suppliers for their successful events. These local experts, commonly referred to as destination management companies or DMC’s, would assist the event planner in finding the perfect venue or suppliers.

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Conferences that Work

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

The old meeting industry normal is long over, and many event professionals are still hoping and waiting for a new normal. In October 2020 I wrote two posts [1 , 2 ] about what a meeting industry new normal might look like. As I write, two years have passed since the COVID-19 pandemic devastated the world and the event industry.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Training programs are upping the event planning standard. In recent weeks, two event professional organizations have launched certification programs and internet-based classes designed with the goal of making event profs better at what they do. Event Service Professionals Association’s Certification. 25 at 11 a.m.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Meeting planning always seems to have another trick up its sleeve no matter how prepared you thought you were. With this and ever-changing rules and regulations about Covid-19 safety, what is a meeting professional to do? How Concerned with Safety Is the Venue? How Concerned with Safety Is the Venue?

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Along with the restaurants and stores that now call the station home, a music-cued lightshow plays across the ceiling of the grand hall each evening, while seasonal events such as the Polar Express Train Ride cycle through. It reopened as a venue and hotel in 1985, and has remained a mainstay of downtown St. There is a magic to St.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 29, 2024

This Month’s Reads: Planning for Medical Meetings Every industry has its own cultural norms and professional values that are expected to be reflected at a company’s event. B’s Book Club: Creating Experiences How to Plan Medical Meetings and Events —co-authored by Meetings & Incentives Worldwide, Inc. (M&IW)

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Eventinterface

MARCH 12, 2017

The mostly volunteer committee had not realized how much work it would be to plan a successful conference. I came on board only a few months before the event. With a bit of planning knowledge this could have been prevented. The client realized they got themselves into a bit of a pickle and needed some help.

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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. Improving event check-in.

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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! Go over contract terms in-depth with your vendors, whether it’s off-site venues, your A/V team, or even videographers. Read the Fine Print. Engage the Experts.

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Eventinterface

MAY 24, 2016

Our curated and complimentary directory of services, venues and vendors supporting the event and meeting planning industry is now open for business. Eventinterface MARKET launched, featuring a diverse list of resources for Meeting and Event Planners. ABOUT EVENTINTERFACE.

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PCMA Convene

MAY 8, 2020

What could in-person meetings during the time of COVID-19 — meaning there is no vaccine or effective treatment yet available — look like? However, that Harvard Medical School facility soon after announced it was closed indefinitely and would be unable to accommodate the logistics of the event, even if it re-opens by August.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 19, 2017

This should be music to planners ’ ears, as there are many ways to embrace the seasonal spirit at a meeting or event. Booking a meeting at one of these ultra-dreamy venues is a great way to start planning. Fire pits, a wooden boardwalk and 500-person capacity make the outdoor venue a summertime delight.

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Eventinterface

MARCH 31, 2018

On this episode of Event TALK, I am speaking with John Di Lemme, high-end marketing consultant, strategic business coach and international speaker about extreme customer service, and how this applies to service provided by meeting and event professionals. Can customer service be used as part of an event marketing strategy?

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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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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 30, 2017

Inject a jolt of variety into your roster of meeting venues to keep attendees engaged and excited before, during and after the event. On days when the carousel is closed to the public, groups of up to 150 may rent the space for private events. Jane’s Carousel, Brooklyn. Pike Place Market, Seattle.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 26, 2017

If you’re interested in throwing a bash in a patriotic locale, Smart Meetings has hand-picked star spangled venues to consider from “sea to shining sea.”. The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum offers expansive event space with a breathtaking scenic view. Happy Independence Day! A post shared by Stacey (@stake.y)

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Eventinterface

MARCH 31, 2018

On this episode of Event TALK, I am speaking with John Di Lemme, high-end marketing consultant, strategic business coach and international speaker about extreme customer service, and how this applies to service provided by meeting and event professionals. Can customer service be used as part of an event marketing strategy?

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

This past weekend I removed my event planning hat and attended a special event in the role of guest. And as I watched the person that I surmised planned the event, run around behind the scenes ensuring all went according to plan I saw her literally save the day. Yes, I plan events for a living.

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EventMB

JUNE 22, 2022

With many meeting planners and event organizers doubling up their bookings to compensate for postponed events from 2021 (and even 2020), it’s getting harder and harder to find hotel rooms and meeting spaces for groups both large and small. The Fastest Way to Bring Remote Teams Together. An End to Tedious Email Requests.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 25, 2019

You’ve probably seen the headlines “PSAV Acquires Encore Event Technologies” but don’t know how it affects you. If you are an event or meeting planner you’ve heard of PSAV. The news makes for shaky ground and uncertainty for meeting and event planners nationwide. October 2017. January 2018.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 24, 2020

Two former event organisers, with over 40 years of event planning experience between them, have launched an event management system which takes the stress out of planning, organising and delivering successful events and “organises the organisers”.

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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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SmartMeetings

JUNE 29, 2017

of meeting room when expansion is complete; home of Blue Man Group; seven restaurants, including Tender Steak & Seafood. of meeting space, including 25,000-square-foot M Pavilion and Lux special event venues and 17,400-square-foot ballroom; six restaurants, including Anthony’s Prime Steak & Seafood.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Perhaps an even better question may be, “What will event organizers do to prevent something like this from happening again?”. Mass shootings, cyberattacks, contagious diseases, sickness and disease: All these occur frequently enough that they should be at the forefront of any event planner’s mind whenever an event, large or small, is held.

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Editor’s Note: In a world where planners are facing increasing demands and shrinking budgets, Smart Meetings asked Don Welsh, president and CEO of Destinations International, how his members can help event professionals in the planning and execution of their events around the world. appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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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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MPI

APRIL 11, 2023

The meeting industry will come together to celebrate Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) on March 30, but did you know that a day now recognized and celebrated by meeting professionals around the world began in Canada? The first official National Meetings Industry Day was held in Canada in 1999.

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Social Tables

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

When you’re on site for an event, you never know what might happen, because despite months and months of meetings, plans and timelines, some unknown thing will inevitably pop up that you didn’t even dream you needed to prepare for. Here’s our list of what to always have on hand in case of an event emergency. Yes, we can!

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