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The Story Behind the 2024 Smart Women in Meetings Awards

Smart Meetings

She brought top experts to the conversation to share secrets for negotiating, feeling more confident and building a network. She connected these go-getters so they could lift each other up. And she treated them to the luxury of time to reflect and create intention.

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How Much Do Event Planners Make, Really?

Social Tables

There are many different types of events that event planners may be involved in, including: Weddings Corporate events Trade shows Conferences Fundraisers Each type of event comes with its own unique challenges and requirements, so event planners need to be able to adapt to a wide range of situations. Learn how to negotiate contracts.

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Meet An Event Planner - Kaley Taylor

EventUp

Meet Kaley Taylor - an event planner of 10 years who has planned numerous user & industry conferences ranging from 80-6,000 attendees, trade shows presences including international exhibitions, internal sales & marketing meetings, incentive trips, and awards dinners. I think this is the hardest of the questions to answer.

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The Story Behind the 2018 Smart Women Cover Story

SmartMeetings

Anya-Anyielle Reed, trade show operations manager for Solar Energy Trade Shows, said her anxiety inspires her. It showed that at the center of everything we do is “people.” What action item are you working on at this pivotal moment in time? Again, the responses had us giggling, sniffling and nodding our heads.

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Try New Event Ideas For 2018: Create a Roadshow, Book Underrated Venues, Create a Unique Event Experience

Endless Events

But don’t just take our word for it, check out these numbers that will show you that you need to add an engaging experience in your next event. Brand New Destinations That Will Attract Avid Travelers in 2018. Move over New York and Paris! It looks like 2018 is going to be the year for underrated destinations.

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Choosing Your Perfect Destination for You and Your Attendees

Cvent: Event Marketing

Tier 1 cities such as New York or Chicago are going to be significantly more costly to attend than Tier 5 cities such as Omaha and Madison. Make sure it has enough square footage to satisfy your meeting needs, including trade show space and breakout rooms. Match the Destination with Your Attendee Needs.

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The Story Behind the 2018 Smart Women Cover Story

SmartMeetings

Anya-Anyielle Reed, trade show operations manager for Solar Energy Trade Shows, said her anxiety inspires her. It showed that at the center of everything we do is “people.” What action item are you working on at this pivotal moment in time? Again, the responses had us giggling, sniffling and nodding our heads.

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