Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

What the Food Donation Improvement Act Means for Events A new federal law could make it easier to donate unused food from a conference to those in need. An estimated 40% of the food produced in the U.S. We want the food to be handled properly and safely,” says Second Servings founder and President Barbara Bronstein. “We

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Meeting Tomorrow

JUNE 21, 2022

As many planners found over the last two years, there are dozens of hybrid events benefits, including sustainability. Even the study mentioned above lists caveats — it finds hybrid events can be more sustainable, but there are lots of factors at play including building energy use, travel, and food.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

This spirit is an indelible part of the city’s identity as it influences forward-thinking approaches to hospitality, technology, and sustainability. As the fifth-largest city in the country, Phoenix is leading the way in finding sustainable solutions for all industries. Footprint Center.

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Eventinterface

OCTOBER 3, 2017

One of the biggest challenges for corporate meeting planners is keeping attendees moving and on-schedule when there is a major event at a destination, or if they are part of a major event themselves. Your meeting or event does not need to suffer because of a transportation issue. Transportation that enhances an amazing event.

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Eventinterface

OCTOBER 3, 2017

One of the biggest challenges for corporate meeting planners is keeping attendees moving and on-schedule when there is a major event at a destination, or if they are part of a major event themselves. Your meeting or event does not need to suffer because of a transportation issue. Transportation that enhances an amazing event.

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Prestige Events Magazine

AUGUST 31, 2023

Attendees joined a sustainability 101 workshop and enjoyed an overnight stay at The Celtic Manor Resort, which is just a short walk away from the conference centre. Caleno Drinks, who specialise in alcohol-free alternative beverages, provided drinks samples during the FAM trip.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 7, 2019

Social value is an umbrella term used to describe any initiative that makes a positive contribution to society and the environment such as smart resource usage, working with suppliers that are social enterprises, providing good working conditions and environmental sustainability.

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The MICE

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

There’s a lot happening in Stuttgart right now, especially in its transformation into a leading destination for sustainable events. It drew over 2000 participants dedicated to sustainable urban development. On other days, the three meeting rooms are available throughout the day.

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Attendease

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

With options spanning emerging technologies, sustainability initiatives, and more, you’re sure to find unique concepts to make your next event a standout success! How to Promote Events in Innovative and Creative Ways Virtual Reality (VR) Previews Virtual reality (VR) is an incredibly immersive medium that transports users into digital worlds.

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Attendease

APRIL 9, 2024

Food Truck Alley Bring a fun, lighthearted vibe to your next event with food trucks. Give employees food truck coupons or tickets to sample different offerings. Vintage Glamor Transport guests back in time with a vintage glamor theme. Offer food and drink stations featuring cuisines from across your international offices.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 21, 2023

We’re thrilled to welcome meeting and event attendees back to the City by the Bay. San Francisco’s welcoming people, its unbeatable food scene, and its endless activity regularly lead to record-breaking meeting attendance. And in the past year, a dozen new meeting and event spaces have opened throughout the city.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

It’s clear that our food systems will need to change — and change radically — if we are to safeguard the planet and feed a growing population. The good news is that new approaches, new partnerships, and new resolve — spurred on by the urgent threat food waste poses to the planet — are changing that. (Painting by Dennis Wojtkiewicz).

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PCMA Convene

DECEMBER 14, 2018

The expert team at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore’s largest event venue and integrated resort, knows that food is at the epicenter of any gathering. Every detail on the summit’s unique and thoughtfully planned Earth-Friendly Menu had a sustainable story to tell, which was exactly what Schneider Electric wanted.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 11, 2022

“From next week, [May 16] face masks will no longer need to be mandatory in air travel in all cases, broadly aligning with the changing requirements of national authorities across Europe for public transport,” said EASA Executive Director Patrick Ky in a release. But that business model was simply not sustainable.

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Eventscase Blog

MAY 2, 2024

In addition, current trends show an increasing preference for more sustainable and environmentally conscious events, with a focus on minimising ecological impact and maximising inclusiveness and accessibility. Summer Carnival This theme offers a festive atmosphere with classic fairground games, food stalls and live entertainment.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Taking a conscious approach to running events and the long-term future, the venue is firmly established as a sustainability leader. Managing Director Nigel Nathan explains: “Sustainability is at the heart of what we do and we look to lead the way in the event industry. million visitors each year. Organising in partnership.

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Event planning is no small feat, especially when it comes to corporate meetings and functions. Also, remember to mix up groups frequently so people meet new contacts. Set up immersive simulations that transport people into future scenarios enabled by the tech. Moderators keep conversations flowing with prompts and timers.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 15, 2019

EIC offering Sustainable Event Professional Certificate course in Europe for the first time. A two-day training course for the Events Industry Council Sustainable Event Professional Certificate (SEPC) will take place in Monaco this spring — a first for Europe. By Boardroom editors.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 10, 2023

You may be surprised to know that, in addition to the large conferences, a convention center can also handle the needs of smaller meetings. On top of their ability to handle volume, convention centers are designed to be a “one stop shopping” experience for meeting and event planners. And public transportation is also easily accessible.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 3, 2020

Meetings in the financial and insurance sector require outside-the-box thinking. The economy was humming along before the coronavirus hit, but even then the majority of meeting planners in the financial and insurance industries were keeping their budgets in neutral. Financial and insurance meetings in the U.S.

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MPI

OCTOBER 6, 2023

More than ever before, environmental, social and economic sustainability is a top priority for leaders across a range of industries, especially when it comes to holding business events. Adding sustainability to the deliverables can seem daunting. Then, evaluate the sustainability of each piece individually.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Convention centers are a big part of the meetings and events industry. You see, quite often with larger groups the event planner is tasked with providing smaller meeting rooms as well as a meal function. And the smaller break out rooms are ideal as quite often there are many meetings for the group occurring simultaneously.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 6, 2019

In the 28th Annual Meetings Market Survey, respondents listed rising food and beverage costs as a major challenge. As part of the 28th Annual Meetings Market Survey, we asked respondents a handful of open-ended questions, including: “What is the biggest challenge facing the meetings industry today?” Climate change.

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 28, 2020

This guide offers insights beyond those guidelines focusing on four key areas: Transmission barriers Enhanced sanitisation Health screening Food and beverage guidelines. In July, EIC released the Meeting and Event Design Accepted Practices Guide.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 4, 2020

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. Transportation. What does this mean for your programs, large and small?

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 30, 2020

4-6, IACC ( International Association of Conference Centers ) set an ambitious goal for itself: to be an early adopter of the Events Industry Council (EIC) Sustainable Events Standards. There are seven different standards, each representing a different meetings industry sector, from event organizers to F&B and venues.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 10, 2018

Ah, another year, another bizarre food craze. Now that we’re already into January, meeting and event planners are pretty much expected to be familiar with wild refreshments. According to Whole Foods, fungi are also emerging as an ingredient in soaps and hair care. But if you’re a tad late, don’t sweat it. Flower Flavors.

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SpotMe Blog

MAY 31, 2023

Congresses, medical standalones, cycle meetings, speaker training, town halls – the possibilities for in-person events are endless in the pharmaceutical industry. Casual conversations, chance meetings, and unplanned activities expose you to new ideas and help you stumble upon valuable discoveries. Get more people to attend your events.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Harvest, a new retail concept in the Orange County Convention Center’s food court C, plucks its menu items straight from the center’s own Center-To-Table Gardens. Event venues are reporting a renewed interest in where a venue’s food comes from — and the closer it is to the kitchen, the better. I want to meet the farmer.

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The Castle Group

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

A freelance event professional might be your best option when you are looking to fill a staffing gap, manage a small-scale meeting, or have a small budget. Sustainability – Hosting sustainable events is becoming increasingly important to the triple bottom line (people, planet, and prosperity). and transportation options.

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Conference Care

MAY 21, 2020

We’ll meet again,” sang Vera Lynn. Why do we meet? A rhetorical question, but for me education, entertainment, to enjoy travel, for food and beverage, for networking. Equally, for those members of the team still working, keeping their spirits up, when there are almost no events being planned is just as important.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 5, 2021

More : Navigating in Open Waters with Cruise Meetings. According to the trade association, the very small fraction of reported Covid cases (fewer than 50, based on public reports) is dramatically lower than the rate on land or in any other transportation mode. ports during the U.S.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Highlights included experiential activations designed to inspire what comes next in designing better meetings. Download “Pathways to Clarity” a joint IMEX, Smart Meetings White Paper outlining the state of the meetings industry. The Smart Meetings team was on the expo floor getting updates and sharing snapshots of the action.

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

That’s why we’ve created a list of examples of the top pharmaceutical meeting planning companies we have experience with. Pharma meeting planners are experts in social media marketing, email campaigns, media partnerships, and more to maximize HCP attendance and participation. It is not for commercial purposes.

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The MICE

JANUARY 11, 2021

Switzerland is a premium country for meetings and events. Further, it has the lowest VAT rates in Europe and a high commitment to sustainability. Some examples of this sustainability approach include the ‘Grand Tour of Switzerland’, which can be done by e-car with charging stations along the route. Commitment to sustainability.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Among the report’s conclusions were that some environmental changes — such as rising sea levels — are now irreversible, and that only strong and sustained reductions in emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gases could limit climate change. See “Glasgow’s Sustainable Head Start” at the end of this story.) “We

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Plan Your Meetings

JUNE 27, 2016

If you’re like many corporate meeting planners, planning meetings and events may only be part of your job and you learn as you go, without formal training. But if planning meetings and events are a passion of yours and you want to become a meeting professional, there are 33 skills you need to master. J: Marketing.

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