Meeting Planners Travel Report: United CEO Says Chaos Will Continue
Smart Meetings
JANUARY 19, 2023
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Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 26, 2021
We’re very much looking forward to being on the show floor in Barcelona feeling the buzz of business meetings and networking taking place again.”. Themes include: the future of the meetings experience, re-starting events and evaluating their success, and peer-to-peer learning and insights.
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Event Industry News
SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
The Meetings Show has announced the UK’s leading exhibition for event, meeting and conference professionals will now be a fully virtual event this October. The Meetings Show will run virtually from 19-21 October. The show will run virtually from 19-21 October. For more information and to register to attend visit [link].
Smart Meetings
JUNE 9, 2023
He has consulted with Fortune 500 companies for more than two decades and has produced sales meetings, incentive trips and conferences in more than 50 countries. Most recently, he worked as opening general manager at The Ritz-Carlton Residences Istanbul and general manager for W Istanbul.
SmartMeetings
JULY 25, 2022
As meeting profs, you probably spend more hours than you’d like in airports. DFW’s Robert Horton, its vice president of environmental sustainability, used that podium to pledge that his airport would meet its net-zero goal by 2030. The post Now Boarding at Gate Green… appeared first on Smart Meetings.
Smart Meetings
JULY 20, 2022
Meeting planners that are bringing their groups to Europe—especially for PCMA’s Convening EMEA conference in Vienna this September—have a new set of exclusive group cruise experiences to consider in Greece-based Celestyal Cruises’ “Authentic Encounters.”. Groups can satisfy their sweet tooth with “Turkish Baklava Making” in Istanbul.
Event Industry News
JULY 16, 2019
Cvent, a meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider, today released its annual list of the Top Meeting Destinations for meetings and events in Europe. For the fifth consecutive year, London retained its number one ranking as the most popular destination for business meetings and events. Areas of interest.
SmartMeetings
MAY 16, 2017
As professional event planners grapple with security concerns at meetings , emergency preparedness has become a hot issue. Questions arise about who is responsible for ensuring that business meetings and association events are safe and secure environments (see “ Zeroing In on Security ” from the April issue of Smart Meetings magazine).
Event Industry News
MARCH 11, 2021
The United Nations Development Programme will be the first customer to run Web Summit’s conference software for its event – Istanbul Innovation Days, March 23-25.
Master the Event
JANUARY 12, 2024
When it comes to planning a meeting or event, whenever possible we all want the top of everything. Along with the top rankings the ICCA is reporting some meetings industry positive update. Along with the top rankings the ICCA is reporting some meetings industry positive update. Basing the rankings on events that took place.
Smart Meetings
JULY 28, 2023
Margaux Helm Margaux Helm Helm steps in as marketing manager for meetings at Visit Seattle , the city’s tourism and promotion bureau. Her over 10 years of experience managing digitally focused omnichannel campaigns equips her to bring the bright positivity of meetings and events to this creative city.
Smart Meetings
AUGUST 12, 2022
Downtown’s The Langham, Boston has expanded its meeting and event spaces with the addition of the Wilson Ballroom and Promenade to the historic property. In between productive meetings, The Langham gives guests several dining options to refuel. In The Langham Club, guests can meet and socialize with a light snack and a drink.
MeetingsNet
APRIL 23, 2021
Sydney and Brisbane, Australia; Istanbul, Turkey; Dubai; Copenhagen, Denmark; Trieste, Italy; and Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyard, which is only worn voluntarily, could be a subtle but visible signal that someone requires extra help, time, or assistance in the meeting environment.
Smart Meetings
APRIL 14, 2023
Prior to this, he was director of rooms at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi, as well as hotel manager task force for Viceroy Palm Jumeirah—Dubai and Viceroy Istanbul. The post Smart Moves in Qatar, London and More appeared first on Smart Meetings. In 2018, he worked as hotel manager for Sheraton Grand Doha.
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 5, 2020
Delivering a huge variety of projects across the UK and all over the world, she will be leading on events for some of HGA’s biggest clients starting with an international conference in Istanbul in early Spring. Alex will report to HGA’s head of live events, Helen Ellis.
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 27, 2022
New leaders and a renewed commitment to the power of meetings was on display. One of the chief storytellers at the booth was newly promoted Kelly Gleeson Smith, who took on the role of vice president of sales, meetings and events in early October. of meeting and convention space. Vice President of Listening. Kelly Gleeson Smith.
Eventtia
JUNE 30, 2022
MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) and Tourism industry professionals gathered for the 9th time at ACE of MICE Exhibition on 25-27 May 2022. The event was held at the Istanbul Congress Center. The Mobile App to schedule meetings. This essence of the ACE of M.I.C.E The Check-in App.
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Tarsus Group also confirmed that the first event for the newly established division will be Zuchex Cairo, a replication of Zuchex Housewares and Kitchenware Fair Istanbul, the leading trade housewares buying exhibition in Eurasia. Zuchex Cairo will be the first event of its kind in the region. Areas of interest. Brand Events. Conferences.
Event Industry News
AUGUST 20, 2020
The announcement is the latest of several strategic product releases Socio has made to meet the ever-changing needs of the event industry. In April, Socio launched a Virtual Event Suite , followed by Socio Communities , which helps event organizers engage their audiences and generate revenue year-round.
Event Industry News
JULY 8, 2019
Explaining why he sought a role on the IFES board, Harrison said, “ESSA has been a member of IFES for some time, and most recently we’ve attended events in Istanbul, Montpelier and now Athens. Areas of interest. Brand Events. Concerts & Tours. Conferences. Exhibitions. Event Tech. Sporting Events.
Socio Events
JUNE 24, 2020
Organizers can send push notifications to invite members to a virtual or hybrid meet-up, encourage engagement with other members, or build sponsor touchpoints with the custom gamification feature. Socio’s community platform comes equipped with powerful engagement tools that help communities thrive.
Socio Events
SEPTEMBER 15, 2020
EventHack judges include Adam Parry of Event Industry News, Keneisha Williams of Black in Events, Ashton Pike of BizBash, Viveka von Rosen of Vengreso, JT Long of Smart Meetings, Arlene Shows of Trade Show News Network, Corbin Ball of Corbin Ball & Co, and more.
Socio Events
AUGUST 14, 2020
The announcement is the latest of several strategic product releases Socio has made to meet the ever-changing needs of the event industry. In April, Socio launched a Virtual Event Suite , followed by Socio Communities , which helps event organizers engage their audiences and generate revenue year-round.
Event Industry News
MAY 11, 2022
The power of meeting in person was plain to see as delegates were visibly happy to be able to reconnect after a long period apart to network, learn and share ideas. Tomasz Kobierski, CEO, Grupa MTP comments: “We were delighted to welcome the UFI community to Poznan, to meet in person once again after such a long time apart.
Socio Events
JULY 30, 2019
First, it will help Socio rapidly grow its teams at the company’s North American headquarters in Indianapolis and EMEA office in Istanbul. Second, it will accelerate Socio’s development of new products to help customers put on successful conferences, trade shows, and internal and external meetings.
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
Braaten is now CEO of Interprefy , a Swiss company that provides interpretation software and support for virtual meetings. Jones has held food and beverage management positions at Starwood Hotels & Resorts, InterContinental hotel properties, a Hyatt Hotels property in Istanbul and more. and More appeared first on Smart Meetings.
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
Braaten is now CEO of Interprefy , a Swiss company that provides interpretation software and support for virtual meetings. Jones has held food and beverage management positions at Starwood Hotels & Resorts, InterContinental hotel properties, a Hyatt Hotels property in Istanbul and more. and More appeared first on Smart Meetings.
SmartMeetings
MARCH 22, 2017
Noting the downing of an airliner over Egypt in 2015, as well as armed attacks last year in Brussels and Istanbul, U.S. The post Electronic Devices Prohibited on Some Flights to the United States appeared first on Smart Meetings. Passengers should pack large personal electronic devices in checked bags,” the DHS stated.
Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 6, 2018
Extraordinary awaits at Croke Park Meetings & Events. Hubb creates a centralised place for event organisers to store and coordinate information related to event and meetings management , including event content, staffing and sponsor management. To read more click here. To read more click here. Click here to read more.
Socio Events
JULY 30, 2019
First, it will help Socio rapidly grow its teams at the company’s North American headquarters in Indianapolis and EMEA office in Istanbul. Second, it will accelerate Socio’s development of new products to help customers put on successful conferences, trade shows, and internal and external meetings. .
SmartMeetings
DECEMBER 8, 2017
Full of mosques and markets, Istanbul is an often-overlooked city that is worth visiting. of meeting space, 2,561 guest rooms and an actual museum, and you may be so busy that you don’t find time to take photos (but we doubt it). of meeting space, a plethora of fine dining and on-site help with catering, production and venues.
SmartMeetings
OCTOBER 12, 2017
The suspension of visas resulted from Turkey’s arrest of a Turkish employee, Metin Topuz, working at the American Consulate in Istanbul, on charges of espionage, trying to overthrow the government and acting against the Constitution. The post 4 Helpful Tips for Americans Traveling to Turkey appeared first on Smart Meetings.
The Planner's Lounge
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
I like to meet business colleagues or friends a few times a week for lunch. Outside of the USA, we have enjoyed Taj Mahal, Wall of China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Rome, and Istanbul. Otherwise, there is a danger of always eating lunch at my desk!
PCMA Convene
JUNE 15, 2018
They’re interested in urban environments, so they are born in one urban environment, let’s say London, and then they go directly to another one, Barcelona, a third one, Vienna, a fourth one, Istanbul, but you never leave the urban environment. That’s basically where you operate. . Learn more about Kjell Nordström at kjellnordstrom.eu.
PCMA Convene
SEPTEMBER 29, 2017
From Istanbul to Paris to Orlando and beyond, destinations around the world have been forced to deal with the new normal of heightened risk. Despite the increase in unthinkable acts, Dorian noted that the meetings and events industry has come together to chart the course forward. Martha Gulati (@DrMarthaGulati) August 18, 2017.
Event Industry News
JANUARY 25, 2019
emc3 worked with LinkedIn when they were a small team of 10 having just opened their office in London in 2009, and were tasked to develop their brand through events such as small breakfast meetings. Case Study: LinkedIn. Over the course of the following 4 years the event has grown into a conference numbering 2,500 people.
Event Marketer
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Coffee is hot right now,” says Tracy Stuckrath, a food & beverage expert and founder of Thrive Meetings and Events. From full-scale cafés to a single-pod machine, it’s also an opportunity for delicious, high-octane engagement. Brands can experiment with different coffee-based drinks and flavors as part of their experience.
SmartMeetings
JUNE 9, 2017
Conde Nast Traveler has released a list of the 50 Most Beautiful Cities in the World, many of which would make great meeting destinations. Venice offers a unique experience to meeting-goers because you get from place to place via foot or the canal system by way of water taxis and gondolas. Istanbul, Turkey. Venice, Italy.
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
After 35 years, the total dollars raised and invested in the business events industry is now $10 million and the group is in the midst of a matching fundraising campaign to help victims of the earthquake in Turkiye , which happens to also be the newly announced location for next year’s SITE Global Conference, Istanbul.
Smart Meetings
JANUARY 6, 2023
He has been a member of the International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM) mentor program and is current chairman of IAVM’s region five chapter meeting committee. She has also worked as F&B business development manager for Sofa Hotel Istanbul, Autograph Collection. Colleen Birch. Photo: Jerry Metellus. Markus Puereschitz.
The Castle Group
APRIL 10, 2023
Each year, the agency produces PRGN’s bi-annual meetings together with the designated host agencies, executive director, and network president—rotating member city and country locations from the Americas to EMEA and APAC. Check out PRGN at the network’s website or visit member firms directly.
PCMA Convene
NOVEMBER 30, 2016
In Convene ’s survey, only 11 percent of respondents said they’ve used metal detectors or bag searchers at their meetings, but 77 percent said they would consider it. It is not a concern based on the attendees and the city where we hold meetings,” one respondent wrote. For another, “Our attendees would be offended and put off by it.”
PCMA Convene
NOVEMBER 30, 2016
In Convene ’s survey, only 11 percent of respondents said they’ve used metal detectors or bag searchers at their meetings, but 77 percent said they would consider it. It is not a concern based on the attendees and the city where we hold meetings,” one respondent wrote. For another, “Our attendees would be offended and put off by it.”
Socio Events
APRIL 15, 2020
No matter how hard we try to make virtual events replicate a live experience, people aren’t meeting in person, so it will never feel the same,” Sakucoglu said. “If The opt-in nature of communities allows event organizers to build stronger connections with their audiences that translate into lasting brand loyalty. “No
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