Smart Meetings

JULY 1, 2021

Travel Association believes professional meetings and events (PME) suffer from being lumped in with other gatherings—and is working to change that. Relying on the most current travel-sector data from The Ohio State University and Tourism Economics, U.S. Currently, about 35 percent of U.S. Travel Association. “A The post U.S.

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OCTOBER 3, 2018

The Ohio city is also at the forefront of emerging technology and home to makers, thinkers and doers behind cutting edge start-ups. The post Hands Off the Wheel: Self-Driving Shuttles Debut in Columbus, Ohio appeared first on Smart Meetings. Northern California has Silicon Valley and SoCal has Silicon Beach.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 16, 2018

It’s not even Halloween yet, but it’s never too early to plan ahead for next year’s ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition in Columbus, Ohio. Smart Meetings recently went on a FAM trip hosted by Experience Columbus to scope out the area and make your site selection job that much easier. Columbus Skyline photo by Andy Spessard.

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 23, 2023

New figures show that the meetings market is hot. Industry notables offer advice to planners on maintaining their event portfolios. In both November and December 2022, the number of business meetings and events in the U.S. And education and meetings are just that.”

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 6, 2023

Meet in these states to connect with the past As meeting professionals choose destinations for meetings and events, there is always the pressure to do something new, innovative, never seen before, etc. A backlit screen enhances the clear night sky and presents lighting similar to the Northern lights for events.

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Eventmobi

AUGUST 22, 2019

EventMobi attended this year’s 2019 ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition in Columbus, Ohio. The event is where thousands of association professionals and industry partners gather to exchange time, resources, strategies, and solutions every year. Event Arrival . Event Registration.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 27, 2023

Nine Ways to Meet Attendees Where They Are It shouldn’t surprise you that 25% of the average meeting budget is spent on food and beverage. However, experienced event planners who have catered to specialty food requests find increased costs associated with this demand. Conclusion Food is an essential element of every meeting.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 6, 2017

Ohio is making a comeback as a meetings and tourism destination. All four cities are on the rise, as more companies view Ohio as a great destination for doing business. Situated along the Ohio River, across from Kentucky, Cincinnati has retained its Southern charm while remaining decidedly Midwestern. of event space.

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Techsytalk

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

In this chat, we discuss some of the best tips for event planners, and some of the biggest mistakes they make! 10 Questions to Ask Before Leading a Virtual Event Hidden Gems on Zoom Sheila Fox is a clear communicator you can count on, she’s deeply connected across the Ohio political realm, events, and hospitality industries.

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Techsytalk

OCTOBER 24, 2022

We talk about her work in this niche, and also how Ann has helped the techsytalk team produce several events after connecting post-pandemic! These skills have enabled her to create a reputation of someone you want to do business with and learn from in the meetings industry. Click here to listen to the episode.

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Event Marketer

MAY 2, 2024

Events are impactful. Events are revenue-generating. Events are memorable. Indeed, events are everything , and it’s the mantra that guided the 2024 Experiential Marketing Summit in Las Vegas. Former Disney Imagineer Duncan Wardle delivered a dynamic, and interactive, session on harnessing creativity. The consensus?

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 6, 2023

Meet in these states to connect with the past As meeting professionals choose destinations for meetings and events, there is always the pressure to do something new, innovative, never seen before, etc. A backlit screen enhances the clear night sky and presents lighting similar to the Northern lights for events.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

Arriving in Columbus, Ohio, on a Tuesday evening in late September, I was looking forward to a quiet evening in before a two-day press trip hosted by Experience Columbus officially began the next day. After drying off, we headed to lunch at nearby North Market, a popular venue for receptions and other events.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 21, 2021

of meeting space and 600,000 sq. Other popular attractions include sporting events at Allegiant Stadium, T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas Motor Speedway and Las Vegas Ballpark. Hotels perched right on the beach are common in San Diego, such as the Hotel del Coronado, which also offers multiple meeting spaces varying vastly in size.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 13, 2020

Food service provider Levy partnered with the non-profit Food Rescue US to donate and deliver the food leftover from the canceled Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, Ohio. At that moment, fears over COVID-19 escalated, and the team decided to err on the side of caution and cancel the three-day event, scheduled to run from March 3–5.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 9, 2020

If you are afraid right now, that could be a good thing for your future as a meetings professional, according to Judi Holler, author of Fear is My Homeboy : How to Slay Doubt, Boss Up, and Succeed on Your Own Terms. One of her last presentations was at Association of Women in Events’ Elevate! Conference at Caesars Palace in Last Vegas.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Even as companies and organizations continue to debate whether to green light the return to in-person business travel, growing evidence suggests that professionally planned events “can and are being safely held.” Representatives of the Let’s Meet There Coalition , the U.S. jobs in 2019. Recent independent studies from Harvard T.H.

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 10, 2023

With significant guidance from industry association Destinations International, the insurance and risk-management firm Anderson Benson has rolled out coverage for event disruption and cancellation that allows host organizations to put together a policy specific to their needs.

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The Planner's Lounge

JUNE 16, 2023

We feature wedding and event planners from around the world with many different levels of experience. Name: Melanie Tindell Business Name & Location: Oak + Honey Event Planning Co. Name: Melanie Tindell Business Name & Location: Oak + Honey Event Planning Co. Baldrick’s head shaving events in Ohio and Denver.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 17, 2020

COVID-19 has wreaked economic havoc on many industries, particularly the meetings, hospitality, travel, and tourism sectors, where many employees have been furloughed or laid off. Members of the National Coalition of Black Meeting Professionals (NCBMP) are among them. Henry and vice president Nicholas I. Putting It Together.

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Connect Your Meetings

APRIL 29, 2019

These individuals are leaders, mentors and stars who moved the events industry forward for decades. Executive Vice President & COO , International Association of Exhibitions and Events. Director of Conventions & Meetings. Senior Business Events Manager. Senior Director of Conference and Events Management.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 17, 2022

Some destinations rise to the top of meeting bucket lists because of their history. Louisville, Kentucky—birthplace of Muhammad Ali—on the banks of the Ohio River, checked all those boxes. Louisville established itself as a meetings powerhouse before the Covid collapse. The city hosted 881 meetings and conventions in 2019.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Hilton President and CEO Christopher Nassetta maintains an active presence in the meetings market through stage appearances at events such as Professional Convention Management Association’s Convening Leaders conference , held last month in Columbus, Ohio. However, “we can get back [to the 2019 rate] tomorrow if we want.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 7, 2023

Would it surprise you to learn that 84% of attendees come to events for networking? Because even the smallest meeting is the best place to find new leads, clients and prospects. This works well for a meeting with under fifty individuals and where attendees don’t know each other. What are your event expectations?

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 17, 2022

Some destinations rise to the top of meeting bucket lists because of their history. Louisville, Kentucky—birthplace of Muhammad Ali—on the banks of the Ohio River checked all those boxes. Louisville established itself as a meetings powerhouse before the Covid collapse. The city hosted 881 meetings and conventions in 2019.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

These events usually last three to four days, and when you add on travel time, attendees may be gone from their families for a week or longer. Allow the family to attend social events. A Winning Combination Families can pair a vacation with the event. appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 27, 2021

The CDC still advises meeting professionals to avoid large gatherings when possible. The organization says planners of in-person events should promote healthy behaviors among attendees and prepare for the possibility of infection. Those who have not been vaccinated should continue to wear a face mask. To date, more than half of U.S.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 18, 2019

Meeting Type Research. According to the 2020 Global Meetings Forecast Report by American Express Meetings & Events, here is the breakdown of the types of meetings and the percentage of time they take place in North America. Meeting Type. Internal Meeting or Training. Percentage. Incentives.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 26, 2021

of indoor/outdoor space for events, and groups can while away the time grape harvesting, cheesemaking, or group cycling. Meeting space includes the newly added Lincoln Ballroom for up to 175 guests, with pre-function space that overlooks city greenspace Norman B. AC Hotel Columbus Downtown , Ohio. The resort has 32,000 sq.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 21, 2021

Remember conferences and events before COVID-19, mask wearing and social distancing? You would fly into the city and arrive at the event just in time for the opening reception. See also : Are You Responsible for Mask Policing at Events? Meetings Could Look Like [Way Outside of the Box]. COVID-19 Deaths.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

In honor of Black History month, here are five ways — and five places — where event organizers can immerse participants in the often-untold stories that shed new light on Black history. Read more about Greenwood Rising and contemporary Black restaurants and attractions in the Greenwood District at the Visit Tulsa website.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 12, 2023

PCMA’s Convening Leaders gathered 3,300 meeting professionals in Columbus, Ohio, for three days of education, networking and some transformative ideas. Smart Meetings was there for a backstage view of what went into the production and brought back tips for planning even more intelligently in 2023. Behind the Scenes.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Before Convene, he worked as assistant director of event operations for Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Teusen recently worked as general manager for Embassy Suites by Hilton Akron Canton Airport in Ohio. Levinthal is executive vice president for event production company Mas. Cristian Teusen and Nicole Coghlan.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

of functional meeting space, multiple onsite restaurants and their Stillwater Spa. She has over 25 years of experience in operations, sales and event planning across markets and brands, including Loews Hotels, Hilton and Marriott. of meeting and event space, their onsite spa, championship golf course and numerous onsite restaurants.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 11, 2024

Watch Live: 2024 Hospitality Predictions from Mike Dominguez President Clinton ventured that meetings could be the antidote for bad decisions being made by divided, angry people. Another Kind of Intelligence The overarching topic, however, was the impact of Generative AI on events. PCMA has become a house of brands,” he said.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Eight Out-of-the-box Event Income Ideas 1. Give attendees a deal on your next event. One of the biggest obstacles in selling an event into the future is the possibility the attendee can’t make it. Ensure your website has recent blogs, videos, and podcasts highlighting your event. Sell refund protection.

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Eventinterface

JANUARY 4, 2018

On this episode of Event TALK we are speaking with Dr. Gleb Tsipursky, the Disaster Avoidance Expert, about how meeting and event planners can use science to avoid disaster. How meeting and event professionals can use a science-based approach to avoid things going wrong at events and conferences.

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