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7 Books Every Meeting Planner Should Read

SmartMeetings

From books that take an irreverent approach to meeting planning to comprehensive guides on everything from meeting design to green events , this reading list has everything the modern meeting planner needs for a relaxing day of poolside reading. Into the Heart of Meetings: Basic Principles of Meeting Design.

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Evolution of Spatial Design Technology Could Simplify Event Planning

Smart Meetings

That’s the source of truth, right where the virtual meets the physical,” he added. The post Evolution of Spatial Design Technology Could Simplify Event Planning appeared first on Smart Meetings. We’re getting very close to having a lot of them now.

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Competent logistics are the new meeting minimum

Conferences that Work

My work at a pre-con is different from that of a typical meeting planner since I focus on the meeting’s design and facilitation. I’ve been convening meetings for decades, though, so I know a fair amount about meeting planning. The traditional bread and butter of a meeting planner’s job.

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What Makes Conferences Work? – Q&A with Adrian Segar

Hubilo Blog

Amazed by the modern concept of organizing conferences and ideas that change the concept of corporate meetings planning; we approached Adrian Segar to discuss his work! He is a meeting designer, facilitator and has also been acknowledged as one of the most innovative Events Professional by BizBash Magazine.

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Architect Model of Third-Party Planning

SmartMeetings

When time is short and the to-do list is long, the solution is often to bring in an expert contractor to help with everything from sourcing of space and technology solutions to meeting design and management. Time is valuable when planning an event—corporate meeting professional time and consultant time.

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Wellness in Meetings: Interest Outpaces Implementation

SmartMeetings

A similar disconnect exists in the meetings industry, according to a new Wellness in Meetings and Incentive Travel Study from the Incentive Research Foundation (IRF). The study measures the prevalence of wellness initiatives in incentive travel and meeting programs.

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Applying a Global Lens to Enhance Meeting Experiences

Maritz Global Events

With attendees from all over the world, the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) uses a variety of strategies to create new and valuable meeting experiences. She also talked about how and why they invested in virtual meeting options for members and what steps they’re taking to ensure their event’s success well into the future.