Event Marketer

DECEMBER 15, 2023

As trade show properties move to prioritize community and connection and create more opportunities for exhibitors—Outdoor Retailer’s acquisition of an adventure lifestyle festival as one example—consumer-style experiential is infusing booths with new energy. 30 to Feb. 3, leaned into that narrative. Wanna rebuild your first carburetor?

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Eventscase Blog

JANUARY 17, 2024

As we equip ourselves with ideas, trends and best practices, we prepare for an AI-driven world where events transcend the ordinary, offering experiences that were previously inconceivable. Anyone can create beautiful event websites, registrations, badges, perform check-ins, event apps, 1:1 meetings and more.

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Event Marketer

MARCH 29, 2024

“People say that it looks like a wildlife preserve but it’s what our farms look like.” ­­–Niki Haugh, Promotions Marketing Program Manager, Organic Valley If there ever was a trade show that’s all about sampling, it’s arguably Natural Products Expo West that takes place at Anaheim Convention Center each spring.

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Eventmobi

OCTOBER 10, 2023

A networking event is a gathering where people meet to build professional relationships. Meeting new people–and learning about their needs–creates opportunities to connect with potential customers or partners Brand building. Trade shows Trade shows are industry-specific events where companies showcase their products and services.

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Event Marketer

MAY 16, 2024

Eight years ago, we reimagined our long-running Dream Team program to focus on b-to-b event and trade show marketers in spaces that, at the time, we said were “home to a virtual revolution in new formats, fresh thinking and trends.” The post Meet the All-Stars: The 2024 B-to-B Dream Team appeared first on Event Marketer.

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ePly

JANUARY 9, 2024

Here’s what they had to say: Behavior Analytics Will Become More Valuable Than Survey Results Michelle Mobley , Account Director at VRS Meetings and Events Inc., Richard notes that this has led to new and inexperienced people being responsible for managing trade shows.

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Event Planning BluePrint

MAY 4, 2023

2023 Event Trends As someone who’s always on the lookout for the hottest event trends, I wanted to share some exciting developments in the industry. 5 – Health and Wellness Trends As people become more aware of their health and well-being, events that incorporate wellness offerings are becoming increasingly popular.

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Eventmobi

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Take a look at these reasons why event planners should offer lead capture at events and trade shows: Sponsor ROI Your sponsors invest in your event to gain exposure and connect with leads. Their goal is to meet potential customers so they can strengthen their brand and generate sales. Engagement trends!

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Event Marketer

MAY 20, 2024

It wasn’t until Keri Ibbitson took what she thought was a step back early in her career did she discover everything that marketing is in the corporate world, and the impact of trade shows and events on a brand’s overall success. Companies show up playing to win with many impressive exhibit experiences.

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Event Marketer

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Kerry Lamont, Manager-Shows and Events, Bombardier On the surface, the world of private aviation appears centered around convenience, innovation and luxury, but for family-owned Canadian business jet manufacturer Bombardier and its trade show experiences, it’s also about heart. COVID did many things for us, good and bad.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 12, 2024

Held this year on Thursday, April 11, Global Meetings Industry Day is “an international day of advocacy showcasing the undeniable value that business meetings, trade shows, incentive travel, exhibitions, conferences, and conventions bring to people, businesses, and communities,” according to the U.S.

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Event Marketer

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

You have to meet the consumer where they’re at and let them be part of that process.” Sean Smith, Show Director, Outdoor Retailer OR’s 2024 format will include a Hosted Buyer program, Design + Innovation Show and Outdoor Adventure X festival. 2024 is set to be a year of growth for Outdoor Retailer (OR).

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Expo Pass

JANUARY 25, 2023

You might meet a new friend, business contact, or something in between. Catersource + the Special Event also offers the option to earn continuing education (CE) credits and receive the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) credential. They’re also an opportunity to get up-to-date on the latest trends or news!

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EventMB

MAY 25, 2022

Covid pushed society a decade ahead in terms of digitization, and many technologies are here to stay in the events and trade show industries, said Corbin Ball, a meetings technology expert, and owner of Corbin Ball & Co. Although far from a new trend, Ball uses QR codes to poll the audience during his presentations.

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Eventmobi

JULY 27, 2022

Greg Blazen, CEO, Trade Association. Simultaneous live hybrid conference and trade show. For our first hybrid event, we streamed conference sessions live to a virtual audience and hosted a virtual expo where attendees could book 1:1 video meetings with exhibitors. Data showed that effort paying off—for everyone!

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 23, 2024

Do you know the reasons your attendees show up at your events? There’s a lot of survey data measuring people’s attitudes, preferences, beliefs and satisfaction, but we saw an opportunity to dive into where the rubber meets the road, how attendees are making decisions and how to influence that,” she said.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

At large trade shows, like the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, tours are a way to give participants a personalized take on the highlights of the show. Recommended: Keep the tour group small so you can navigate easily through the trade-show floor and so that people can hear. Use show greeters.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 23, 2023

Learning tracks cover challenges that keep meeting professionals up at night When what is expected to be the largest crowd ever for an events industry trade show arrives at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas in October for IMEX America 2023 , the focus will squarely be on connecting people in new, effective ways.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 8, 2022

Among other findings, the inaugural Business Travel Tracker sees 84 percent of respondents expecting to attend a meeting or exhibition within six months. Half of their upcoming trips will be to attend an external client meeting or an industry event. A new quarterly research report from Tourism Economics and J.D.

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GEVME

DECEMBER 11, 2019

According to CWT Meetings & Events Future Trends Report, the Sustainable Events, the focus on sustainability in the world of corporate events will only continue to increase. Go paperless” approach isn’t a trend any more, it’s a necessity nowadays. . Showcase App. Generate leads. Collect accurate data. Final Note.

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Ins'Tent

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Because trade shows bring so many people together with common interests, they are an amazing way to get exposure for your business and meet a variety of potential new customers. Because of the exposure, you can receive from trade events, there is often a lot of pressure to represent your business well.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 24, 2019

Look for this service to be available at conferences, festivals, trade shows and more. The post 7 Tech Trends We Saw in 2019 appeared first on Smart Meetings. High-quality, low-cost audio is something that Mixhalo , an event audio software company, introduced this year. Event Automation.

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Event Marketer

MARCH 17, 2024

And when it comes to connecting with surgeons and other health care providers at medical meetings and conventions, great care must be given to create an environment that differentiates the brand and tells clear and engaging stories about its innovations. Event Marketer: What’s an exhibit trend you and your team are seeing in your space?

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Stova

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

New year, new look, new sponsorship packages… To get the best sponsors, you need enticing packages that reflect the trends shaping events in the year ahead. The good news: Great sponsors are like magnets, drawing the right people to your trade shows and conferences. Attracting sponsors is more critical than ever.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

For professional associations and meeting planners, membership does have its privileges. As 2017 gets underway, what are the top trends to watch out for if you’re in the meeting planning industry? Here are key takeaways that could impact the travel, trade show and hospitality industries.

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EventMB

MAY 24, 2022

And trade show organizer, Emerald , was listening and in May introduced its new accelerator division, Emerald Xcelerator. Creating these specific communities aligns with the trend of today’s events focused on quality and not quantity. “It If the last few years have taught us anything, it is the power of community.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Trade shows have been a crucial aspect of the business world for centuries. Jack Macleod For the last 15-20 years, green meetings and organized gatherings aimed at minimizing negative impacts on the environment have been a concept, but in 2020, after the Covid-19 pandemic, they became a widespread topic in the events industry.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 7, 2022

A new survey from JD Power, US Travel and Tourism Economics (an Oxford Economics company), shows good news for meetings, albeit in tandem with a lag on behalf of corporate to allocate funds for meeting and business travel. Read More : 7 Business Travel Trends Set to Shape 2022. trips per month over the next 6 months.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 10, 2019

As an event solutions provider with such a breadth of clientele, it puts us in a unique position to spot trends in events and share our thoughts on what we think is around the corner for exhibition. Here are our top five trends that we think will be hot for event and exhibition organisers in 2019. Playing with venue infrastructure.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Aaron Conk, Senior Merchandising & Trade Show Manager, Delta Faucet Co. You have to be comfortable with ambiguity and always be coachable, says Aaron Conk, senior merchandising and trade show manager for Delta Faucet Co. Zooming out, what trade show trend has your attention?

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 5, 2024

The event, owned by MeetingsNet’s parent company Informa, connects meeting buyers and suppliers for one-on-one conversations but also weaves in educational opportunities; a trade show featuring destinations and experiential activations; and after-hours networking events. Win-win for the attendee and the show.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Accor Survey: “Meeting Expectations: The Future of Meetings & Events” World-leading hospitality group Accor operates a diverse hospitality group of over 40 hotel brands, from luxury to economy. Breaking down the Accor survey results The results showed an overwhelmingly positive outlook for the industry. billion by 2030.”

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EventMB

MAY 22, 2022

In this extensive guide to trade show booths, we provide ten creative examples in each of the following categories: 1 Trade show booth ideas for small budgets. Trade show booth ideas that attract visitors. Creative trade show booth ideas. Trade show booth ideas: 10×10.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Two conference leaders have announced new tech resources that meet attendees’ changing expectations and communication styles. chatbots to Freeman’s trade show and conference customers. Video content is another trending communications channel in the events industry.

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Event Marketer

OCTOBER 27, 2023

More Trade Show Trends: Field Report: Steal-Worthy Activation Ideas from Vision Expo West 2023 Exhibit Design: Inspiration from the Festival Season’s Experiential Builds The Art of Meetings by Visit Seattle Located off the showfloor and by the entrance, this experience explored the destination through an artistic lens.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Thousands of visitors will walk by your trade show booth. For any business, large or small, the exhibition and trade show scene is the perfect opportunity to generate brand awareness and meet prospective customers. However, capturing the attention of your target audience starts long before the trade show starts.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 22, 2019

When you ask more than two dozen top events industry professionals for their insights on technology trends, the answers (no surprise) are fascinating. These 27 experts told us, among other things, that augmented and virtual reality (AR and VR), as well as artificial intelligence (AI), are emerging trends—though some scepticism remains.

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