PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

When looking for sites for hybrid meetings, more than one-third of respondents to Convene’ s Recovery Dashboard surveys conducted in late summer and fall were looking for venues with broadcasting facilities — and convention centers around the world have worked quickly to meet the demand. As they do, we’re noticing a trend.

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Expo Pass

MARCH 31, 2021

Venues are reopening, the virtual world is blending with the in-person world, and hybrid events are definitely the future. Virtual is too accessible and convenient to give up, but at the same time, people can’t wait to meet in person again. From the venue, to virtual elements, everything can be tailored to an organizer’s exact needs.

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Gallus Events

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

In this post I’d like to demonstrate how easy it is to freshen up your annual conference using examples from the “Future Assistant” conference for Practically Perfect PA. Choose a unique venue. One of the best ways to liven up your annual conference is to choose a very different venue. Get some help!

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Gallus Events

MARCH 22, 2016

3 Use meeting design to create the framework for great content. With these first two steps covered: bringing together the content expert and the programme expert, the next step was to add some meeting design. We had round table sessions which took place in the informal areas of the venue. and in small groups.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

These are just a few examples of how Marina Bay Sands can help event organizers create bespoke, customized experiences that will impress attendees and, ultimately, drive engagement. Engaging, authentic experiences and events are a priority for meeting planners and attendees, alike.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 22, 2020

Virtual meetings require careful design to keep attendees engaged and deliver value for the hosts. But how do you translate the energy and insights from a face-to-face meeting through a computer screen? Without travel or venue occupancy constraints, online events can cater to many more people at once.

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Gallus Events

APRIL 6, 2016

All the ten examples should provide some food for thought for any organisation that run events, and importantly, that company doesn’t need to be an events company. What I’ve decided to do, as an example, is to show how Gallus Events try and reflect our brand at the events we run. Using Events to bring your brand to life.

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Gallus Events

APRIL 25, 2018

The venue is absolutely crucial. You will find me going on about the importance of the venue in a lot of posts (specially the ones that cover meeting design ) as the venue helps the organiser create the right atmosphere and environment. We had the perfect venue.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 4, 2020

Operationally, your favorite venues may be much different as well. Smart Meetings asked industry leaders from the front lines of hotels, event venues and creators, transportation, travel, networking, wellness and sustainability to share their commitments and challenges for keeping everyone safe and connected.

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Gallus Events

APRIL 6, 2016

All the ten examples should provide some food for thought for any organisation that run events, and importantly, that company doesn’t need to be an events company. What I’ve decided to do, as an example, is to show how Gallus Events try and reflect our brand at the events we run. Using Events to bring your brand to life.

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Event Marketer

MAY 17, 2023

For the first time, the Hall of Ideas, with more than 60 exhibitors, served as homebase to three EMS venues—EMS Theatre, Highmark Hub and Implecho Theatre—that hosted breakout sessions. “You have to give them something unique that you can’t get anywhere else.” And EMS did just that.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

A great recent example of how event technology can help build a team and lay the foundation for strong, trusting relationships after the event has finished is our work with E.ON , one of the world’s leading energy service providers. Bringing teams together with event technology. Areas of interest. Brand Events. Concerts & Tours.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JUNE 30, 2021

It’s almost impossible to deliver the same experience for virtual and live but there are so many options to create an equally engaging experience through virtual networking and on-demand content, for example. There are several considerations when planning a hybrid event as you have two audiences, multiple personas and just one event.

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PCMA Convene

JULY 31, 2017

Fraunhofer also identified six meeting scenarios, developed by projecting how social and business trends will affect meeting design. Whereas the first phase focused on meeting environments and meeting design, this research “will look at human behavior at meetings,” Schultze said.

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Conferences that Work

AUGUST 16, 2021

And it made me think about meeting design. And, me being me, I thought about what Marcy had just said in the context of meeting design. And meetings are no exception. The art and craft of the meeting designer. It’s a meeting designer’s job to create these contextual layers.

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Gallus Events

JULY 19, 2018

So with the CML in mind, I think it will be useful to have this as an example. – As booking a smaller venue for a half day was less risky than a large one day conference, we were also able to run seminars across the country, rather than concentrating on London (where we knew we would get the numbers). Content led events.

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The MICE

MARCH 11, 2021

Director ErasmusX at Erasmus University Rotterdam and Senior Fellow Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence for Digital Governance shared an example of building four campuses of Erasmus University in Minecraft. A common example is booking websites. A hackathon is an excellent example of purpose-driven collaboration.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 17, 2022

We will have an intentional mix of physical and virtual presences with in-person gatherings driven by purpose and designed for collaboration.”. When it matters enough to gather, the meeting design could be much different that in the BC (before-Covid) times.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 25, 2019

For example, they might find out that a 100-year-old Japanese bakery closed a few years back, but that a new Japanese deli has opened up inside a home goods store with the mission to bring Japanese home cooking into American kitchens. More Meeting Trends. 5 Trends That are Changing Meeting Design. Test Time.

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Event Industry News

MAY 3, 2019

So, for example, instead of looking at how to incorporate video, start with your event’s messaging. One example of how technology can enhance and extend the live event experience for attendees is getting them involved, for both fun and learning. ” — Michael Shapiro , Senior Editor of Meetings & Conventions.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 22, 2019

So, for example, instead of looking at how to incorporate video, start with your event’s messaging. One example of how technology can enhance and extend the live event experience for attendees is getting them involved, for both fun and learning. ” — Michael Shapiro , Senior Editor of Meetings & Conventions.

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Conferences that Work

APRIL 1, 2024

And it’s mostly about meeting design and facilitation, but I write about all kinds of things. Adrian Segar: That group, for example, over 30 years has come up with several initiatives outside the conference. “We Or people who own sports venues in the United States. Adrian Segar: Okay. What should we do now?

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Conferences that Work

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

For example, Gatherly has significantly increased their platform functionality since I reviewed them two months ago, so be cautious making direct comparisons between my reviews. Rally provides a venue with multiple rooms , and each room can have a variable number of tables. Venue owners can make other attendees co-hosts.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

An entrepreneur since he was only 18 years old, Maarten has over 35 years of experience in meeting design. Ready to hear all about the ground-breaking magic of multi-hub meetings? In 2006, Marteen started the Meeting Design Institute. Joining our phenomenal and always entertaining hosts is a very special guest.

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SpotMe Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Gone are the days of simply executing logistical tasks and coordinating venues and catering. The meetings and events industry has evolved, and planners now have a seat at the omnichannel table, where data-driven insights and attendee experiences are top of mind. Finally, provide ongoing education and training.

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Conferences that Work

JULY 30, 2018

Here’s what you might see on a stroll through a typical workshop: An example At one workshop, association staffers noted that no one touched a cell phone, and intense conversations with frequent bursts of laughter filled the entire two-hour event. Help Wanted—Venues for my participation techniques workshops!

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2018

Take the “Be-Wellster” and the “Post-Master” as examples. For starters, it has 200 renowned speakers, tastebud-tingling food, a boozy bar-crawl, four separate venues, a full-on music festival, and more. Their secret is relying on the best tech in the meeting industry.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2018

Take the “Be-Wellster” and the “Post-Master” as examples. Featuring 200 renowned speakers, tastebud-tingling food, a boozy bar-crawl, four separate venues, and even a full-on music festival, the Boston event — now in its fifth year — has more moving parts with each iteration.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 19, 2018

We recommend you check out Bizbash for the ultimate in event planning news, trends, inspiration and venue discovery. Business, event management, venues and destinations are just a few of the categories you can explore. Connect are dedicated to providing content that helps you reimagine today’s meetings and look into the future.

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Say you are preparing for a meeting, or a conference, or a class, or a banquet, or a wedding, and you want to optimize the venue or space you are using so that the seating and tables are set up for the best attendee experience. For example, conferences and meetings usually focus on networking and professional development.

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Endless Events

JULY 27, 2018

While people love making new friends, it can be awkward at times, especially if there’s no specific venue and time to network. For example, give them something valuable they can take home, whether it’s a simple giveaway or a new set of skills. For example, you can form an online community about your event.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 27, 2018

For venues and planners, that means looking into the crystal ball to get ahead of event trends and expectations. Industry Performance Trends Attendee Experience Trends Meeting Destination Trends Event Technology Trends Meeting Design Trends. Key Takeaway for Venues. Key Takeaway for Venues. Click To Tweet.

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