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JUNE 11, 2024

Skift Take: Due to unprecedented demand, the 2024 submission window for Skift Meetings Awards has been extended until June 30. Adam Stacey Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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JANUARY 10, 2022

Most of the event industry and our clients continue to assume that if you can make the meeting bigger it’s a good thing. Online and hybrid meetings have seen less drastic reductions. One bright spot has been the normalization of online meetings for routine connection and collaboration. It ain’t necessarily so.

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AUGUST 26, 2024

The highly-anticipated Skift Meetings Forum returns for its second edition, preceding the prestigious Skift Global Forum. Engage in dynamic roundtable discussions that dive deep into the pressing issues facing the meetings industry. Expect hard-hitting conversations with top-level executives facilitated by seasoned editors.

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DECEMBER 13, 2023

Skift Take: According to Convene, spending on meetings and events has increased by 35%, while Knowland reports group revenue is at 103% of 2019 levels. Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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AUGUST 31, 2023

Skift Take: The Skift Meetings Awards have been designed to celebrate the business events industry’s most respected and innovative suppliers. Discover the final results and meet the 2023 winners! Skift Meetings Studio Team Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Skift Take: Together by Hyatt takes the hotel company’s commitment to care to another level, helping planners save time on planning and accomplish their goals, like creating more sustainable meetings. Colette Edenborough Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings Skift Take: More than 9,000 hotel workers in nine U.S. cities were on strike over Labor Day weekend disrupting group events. Continued strikes are imminent.

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JUNE 27, 2022

Want a simple way to improve meeting session learning? Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post Improve meeting session learning with this simple tip! Provide a shared Google doc where all participants can take notes, ask questions, and get answers! appeared first on Conferences That Work. No related posts.

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MAY 24, 2024

Skift Take: Industry leaders heading up IMEX, Cvent, PCMA & CEMA, TED Conferences will deliver valuable insights at Skift Meetings’ flagship event in September. Miguel Neves Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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AUGUST 30, 2024

Skift Take: Who better to ask for packing tips than meeting planners who are constantly on the road? Barbara Scofidio Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings From the 5-4-3-2-1 rule to a portable Nespresso machine, they have all the tricks.

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MAY 9, 2024

Skift Take: Selected by the Skift Meetings team, the 2024 Skift Meetings Awards judging panel includes industry experts, innovators, and leaders. Adam Stacey Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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JULY 31, 2023

Skift Take: The Skift Meetings Awards have been designed to celebrate the business events industry’s most respected and innovative suppliers. Meet the 2023 shortlist now. Adam Stacey Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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MAY 14, 2024

Skift Take: Cvent’s top meeting destinations and top meetings hotel lists offer a valuable image of where corporate America’s is looking to hold its meetings and events. Miguel Neves Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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MAY 30, 2024

Skift Take: With fewer association meetings overall, the latest ICCA report reveals which destinations are gaining or losing market share in this competitive landscape. Miguel Neves Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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MARCH 5, 2024

Skift Take: Entries are now open for the 2024 edition of the Skift Meetings Awards, celebrating the business events industry’s most respected and innovative suppliers. Adam Stacey Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings Apply by April 30, 2024 to secure the best entry rate.

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JANUARY 23, 2024

Skift Take: The "Skift Meetings Megatrends 2024" report serves as an indispensable roadmap for meeting professionals seeking to craft strategic, impactful events that resonate with the demands of a rapidly changing global landscape. Miguel Neves Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Radisson Meetings by Radisson Hotels – Flexible, functional, and impactful meeting & event solutions. We aim to offer the most […]

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MAY 15, 2023

It’s time for a “sound of silence” roundup of meetings industry pet peeves.

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JULY 15, 2024

Skift Take: Australia's incredible scenery, boom in state-of-the-art meeting venues and accommodation, and commitment to sustainability have placed it top of mind for incentive trip and association meeting planners. Business Events Australia Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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MAY 29, 2024

Here’s how meeting planners can organize professional gatherings that fulfill that dream. Arizona Office of Tourism Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

presidential election is certain to impact the meetings industry. Miguel Neves Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings Skift Take: The upcoming U.S. Based on previous administrations' policies on some of the most contentious topics on the political agenda, there's plenty to consider.

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OCTOBER 5, 2023

Skift Take: In this video from the Skift Meetings Forum 2023, we hear from senior vice president of convention sales and strategies at New Orleans & Company, Stephanie Turner, and chief commercial officer of the New Orleans Ernest N. New Orleans & Company Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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AUGUST 20, 2024

The Grand America Hotel Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings Skift Take: While luxury may mean something different to every attendee, attention to detail and customer service distinguish top-tier venues. —

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FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Skift Take: As costs continue to rise, meeting professionals are shifting their gatherings to less-expensive secondary cities, according to meetings industry data company Knowland. — Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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AUGUST 19, 2024

Barbara Scofidio Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings Skift Take: Companies are leaning heavily on “just-in-time” talent, hired for tasks like sourcing or registration, or to spend a couple of weeks doing site inspections or hotel contracting.

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MAY 13, 2024

Meetings volume grew in the industry year-over-year in April, with Nashville experiencing an impressive 38% growth. Las Vegas also continued its steady

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AUGUST 6, 2024

Skift Take: A multi-million renovation and expansion of the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland is complete just in time to welcome approximately 5,000 attendees to the American Society of Association Executives Annual Meeting & Exposition. Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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AUGUST 9, 2024

Skift Take: The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has issued a cyber awareness advisory about two security conventions meeting in the city. Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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JULY 22, 2024

Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings Skift Take: There was a time when contracts were written haphazardly, and deals were secured with a handshake. Those days are over. Today, the industry relies heavily on detailed written terms.

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JULY 11, 2024

Skift Take: A one-stop shop with answers to your questions about Skift Meetings Forum and what to expect. Miguel Neves Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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APRIL 19, 2024

Skift Take: In the meetings and events industry, excellence stands out. With the Skift Meetings Awards now accepting entries for the 2024 program, this is your chance to celebrate your achievements. Adam Stacey Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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JUNE 11, 2024

Meetings and events were a significant part of that. Miguel Neves Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings Skift Take: GBTA uncovers just how much business travel fueled the U.S. economy in 2022.

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JULY 17, 2024

Skift Take: The combined platform promises to be a new type of all-in-one offering combining meeting and travel management with venue and vendor sourcing. Miguel Neves Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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OCTOBER 27, 2022

However, including remote speakers does not make a meeting less successful. Paul Cook Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings. Skift Take: To assume a virtual speaking experience is the same as in-person is a mistake.

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OCTOBER 19, 2023

Skift Take: A proliferation of internal meetings and customer advisory boards will help the meetings industry continue to grow next year. Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Skift Take: Having designed meetings since 1992, Eric de Groot is uniquely experienced in creating human gatherings. He believes that a collaborative approach is needed to create meetings that change behaviors and drive businesses forward. Skift Meetings Studio Team Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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