meeting hotels , leading event management software provider Cvent has released its annual list of top meeting destinations. 1 meetings destination in the country, only reinforces our ongoing commitment to this important industry.” meeting destinations are listed below. MORE
Most annual meetings have used the same template agenda for decades. Annual Business Meeting. Meet bylaw requirements by having a 30-minute session (max) that can be attended by those interested. Annual Meeting Brand. MORE
These meeting trends have already made an appearance in 2016, but some experts suggest they’ll really blossom in the coming year. based event venue company, shares his thoughts on the latest trends for those in the meeting and events industry. The 5-minute meeting. MORE
As 2017 begins, take a moment to think about meetings in a wider context. While our primary relationships are usually with family and friends, professional relationships are also important, and meetings are typically the most effective way to form and develop then. Meetings. MORE
Great news, meeting professional : Your career is safe. The poll results overwhelmingly indicated most Americans believe events and in-person meetings are more effective than online experiences—and that positive change requires connecting with one another in person. “As MORE
Meeting planners are always looking for new ways to create an environment that fosters lasting impressions. I’ve noticed an uptick of meeting planners bringing their groups outdoors to enjoy nature, and have seen how this can help the overall success of an event. MORE
“Intel’s annual meeting was entirely virtual. ” — Steven Davidoff Solomon , New York Times, Online Shareholders’ Meetings Lower Costs, but Also Interaction. A virtual meeting eliminates the potential for a public relations disaster.” MORE
While I think there are plenty of meetings that anyone could sum up in an email, it’s important to meet with your coworkers or other persons of interest when subjects require a more personal touch. Affordable and free meeting software. Google Hangouts Meet. MORE
This industry runs on jargon, and since meeting planning requires everyone to work at a rapid click, it’s best to get acquainted with it yourself. Convention and Visitors Bureau , a local organization that can help meeting planners conduct venue and vendor selection at no cost. MORE
Attendees who want more from their meetings don’t want to sit and listen passively to a formal presentation. Welcome to the era of disrupted meetings, in good company with other industries and institutions whose established norms are being taken down to the studs. MORE
I asked Meyer what this might mean for North American–based meeting professionals whose conferences are now attracting participants from around the globe. Which, in turn, requires flexibility on the part of time-obsessed North American meeting organizers. Erin Meyer. MORE
Meeting planners are in general an organized bunch. Integrates with Gmail for free, and eliminates the back & forth emailing when needing to schedule a meeting. Google Drive can be viewed as a meeting planner collaboration tool. MORE
We take a look at the new travel ban, what’s changed, what hasn’t and how it will affect meetings and events. The post How The New Travel Ban Will Affect Meetings And Events by EventMB Team appeared first on [link]. MORE
One of the greatest challenges that meeting planners face is to facilitate a meeting that truly engages attendees. One of the best ways to ensure your meeting gets off to a great start is by planning a fun and casual icebreaker activity. MORE
Just about anything can happen at a meeting—a broken shoe heel, contract confusion , a sudden headache or the dreaded dead phone battery. To help, we’ve created a handy list of things meeting planners should find useful. Meeting Planning Planner Professional meeting planning MORE
The post The Secret Formula Of Successful Hybrid Meetings [Case Study] by EventMB Team appeared first on [link]. Venues event management experience event planning live presentations case study event venue case studies Venue event case study scientific meetings hybrid meetings MORE
Digital communication dominates the day-to-day life of business people across nearly every industry, yet attendance at meetings, conferences, and trade shows remains MORE
What’s the role of the 21st Century meeting and conference professional? Perform very straight forward, transactional, functional tasks related to the logistics of conferences, meetings and events. Savvy meeting professionals are leading from within their functional areas. MORE
The post Meet and Eat: Menus for Better Networking by Halifax Convention Centre appeared first on [link]. This is a sponsored post written by Greg Smith, food and beverage expert at Halifax Convention Centre. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. MORE
Considering that much of the average workday is spent glued to a computer screen , walking meetings may be more beneficial than ever before. Walking meetings don’t have to be a huge commitment. Limit spontaneous meetings to four people. MORE
Here’s a roundup of five of the newest and updated technology products for events and experiential marketing MORE
On this episode of Event TALK we are speaking with Christy Lamagna, Founder and Chief Strategist of Strategic Meetings and Events. Our discussion focuses on the need for the planning industry, and meeting professionals to be more strategic to insure long-term success. MORE
Meeting planners are always looking for new ways to create an environment that fosters lasting impressions. I’ve noticed an uptick of meeting professionals bringing their groups outdoors to enjoy nature , and have seen how this can help the overall success of an event. MORE
There are some things that the meeting industry doesn’t like to talk about in public. For example: Revenue models. Who actually paid for all that sybaritic F&B? You’ll never know.). Clients from hell. MORE
A while back we addressed the top terminologies every meeting planners needs to know. Surely perhaps one of the most used new words amongst meeting planners. Not much time has passed and a handful of new words have snuck into our professional vernacular. MORE
There were more international association meetings than ever last year, but on average the meetings had fewer participants, reports the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA). The post Association Meetings Up, Attendees Down appeared first on Smart Meetings. MORE
Meetings are a crucial opportunity for everyone in a company to touch base, express concerns and collaborate in a meaningful way. Meetings that have a positive impact require planning and evaluation at every stage of the process. Why is this meeting being held? MORE
Because we’ve done it every year is not a good reason to run a meeting! The post 7 Steps to Align Face-to-Face Meetings with Organization Strategy by Eric Rozenberg appeared first on [link]. Now more than ever we need to get a greater return from our events. MORE
At the time, a mere six years ago, the fledgling for-profit entity that wagered its future on the potential of virtual meetings staged sessions that were too heavily weighted toward the online audience in the verbal communication and moderation by the speakers. In my opinion, the perfect hybrid meeting. The post Hybrid Meetings Doomed to Failure? Event Technology engagement hyrbrid meetings virtual meetings MORE
Meetings, while helpful, can be a massive drain on time and resources and not always the most productive use of your time. For the busy eventprof here is how to get more from your meetings. The post 12 Ways Eventprofs Can Stop Meeting Overload by EventMB Team appeared first on [link]. MORE
I love my meeting design clients, but there is one mistake I see them making over and over again. Clients invariably ask me to help design their meeting after they’ve chosen a venue! Event design meeting design venue contracting venue selectionHere’s why they do it, and why it’s a mistake. Read the full article at Conferences That Work. Related posts: Help Wanted—Venues for my participation techniques workshops! Please help me (and hopefully yourself)! MORE
The annual American Express Meetings & Events report , designed to identify trends based on survey responses, suggest spending will likely be similar to 2016, while overall activity, including number of meetings or number of attendees per meeting , may see a decline. MORE
ICCA, the International Congress and Convention Association, has released its annual rankings of top meeting cities and countries , and there have been quite of a few shake-ups among the top 10 meeting destinations. Top Meeting Cities. Number of Meetings in 2016. MORE
Meeting Professionals International (MPI) has released its quarterly Meetings Outlook report. The report presents trends and predictions that MPI members believe will have a major impact on the meetings industry. Meeting budgets are rising. MORE
A few months ago I posted a view from a hotel bedroom and compared it to the view from a main meeting room in the same hotel. The bedroom view was brilliant, the meeting room view was terrible. The view from the two meeting rooms were just as good as the views from the bedrooms. MORE
These seven wine cellar meeting venues prove that groups don’t have to head to Napa or Bordeaux to gather among grapes. Complete with a 1970s wood Knoll conference table that seats up to 10 people, the space seamlessly transitions to post-meeting wine tastings with the resort’s sommelier. MORE
Though technology and real-life experiences often clash, in the case of meeting planners the two event elements are equally important MORE
We hate to say it, but everything about your meeting is predictable. The post Your Annual Meeting Is Boring – Refresh it with These Smart Ideas by Editorial Team appeared first on [link]. Ideas annual meeting ideas live streaming social media MORE
Meetings often have a bad reputation as a good way of wasting time but these eleven types of actions will ensure everyone’s on track and working towards a successful event. Meetings get a bad wrap: “A meeting is an event in which the minutes are kept and the hours are lost.” MORE
Although I have good reasons to champion meeting designs where the participants get to choose what they want and need to discuss and learn rather than a program committee , there is invariably a place for some predetermined presentations at conferences. MORE
In ten years, millennials will make up 70 percent of the workforce and, as they become the majority, their preferences will shape and shake up the meetings and events industry at large. Being open to change is what will drive meetings of the future. MORE
There’s a blizzard of white papers and trend reports that seek to help meeting professionals understand what to expect in the future — including research conducted by the German Convention Bureau (GCB) as part of its Future Meeting Space initiative. MORE
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The annual American Express Meetings & Events report , designed to identify trends based on survey responses, suggest spending will likely be similar to 2016, while overall activity, including number of meetings or number of attendees per meeting , may see a decline.
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A few months ago I posted a view from a hotel bedroom and compared it to the view from a main meeting room in the same hotel. The bedroom view was brilliant, the meeting room view was terrible. The view from the two meeting rooms were just as good as the views from the bedrooms.
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