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The Story Behind the 2024 Smart Women in Meetings Awards

Smart Meetings

A community of female leaders built on welcoming others emphasizes the power of belonging The announcement of the 2024 Smart Women in Meetings Award winners that went out Friday swelled the ranks of leaders honored to more than 1,000 strong. She loved everything about the business. As a female publisher 22 years ago, she was utterly alone.

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Finding Event Registration Patterns

PCMA Convene

Registration forecasting for 2023 was the top challenge identified by Louisville Tourism’s Client Advisory Council members. These factors raise additional questions: Who is coming to our digital vs. in-person meetings? We also have Gen Z, the first generation to have grown up entirely in the digital era, entering the workforce.

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How Data Is Helping With Event Attendee Movement

EventMB

When Jay Kinghorn was the associate managing director of the Utah Office of Tourism , he was constantly frustrated by the dearth of visitor data he knew would enhance the agency’s ability to promote itself, support its members, and enhance the experience of individual travelers as well as meeting groups.

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Lessons Learned from MPI WEC in Mexico

Smart Meetings

What to consider when planning an event at an all-inclusive resort Meeting Professionals International (MPI) CEO Paul VanDeventer likes to say that when planning the association’s World Education Congress (WEC), MPI takes chances so members don’t have to take on the risk. Construction delays at America’s Center Convention Complex in St.

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An Ode to 40 Women Influencers In the Events Industry

Hubilo Blog

With more than a decade of experience as a professional speaker, Dahlia founded The Meeting Pool , a great source of information for event professionals. Rachel in her wide career of journalism and events has mastered Trade Shows. She even launched her own events agency DAHLIA+. and CBS “Sunday Morning”?.

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Embracing the Power of Event Legacy: A Guide for Event Organisers

Eventscase Blog

Types of Event Legacy Event legacy can be classified into different categories, including: Economic : The direct and indirect financial benefits generated by an event, such as increased tourism, job creation, and revenue for local businesses. This can be a complex and delicate process, requiring careful negotiation and compromise.

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Keep Calm and Plan On: How to Prepare for a Post-pandemic World

SmartMeetings

Big companies such as Google and Facebook announced cancellations of major conferences in the United States, as did Mobile World Congress and travel trade show IBT Berlin in Europe. Her annual Frankfurt hosted buyer and trade-show event was scheduled for May 25-27. Heathy Dose of Prevention. Gary Diedrichs.