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Get Ready for the Future of Events at ELI’s Business, Design & Strategy Summit

Event Leadership Institute

Design: After being forced to adopt virtual events—and seeing rapid innovation in event tech—many event organizers plan to retain virtual options even after returning to in-person events. Look for more announcements to come with additional speakers, the full agenda, and more surprises.

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CVBs and DMOs: A Hidden Resource for Meeting and Event Professionals

Eventsforce

These organisations can provide you with the following information and more: Suggestions and help facilitating event activities, entertainment, and speakers. Whether you’re looking for a quick chat or a detailed discussion on your event tech requirements, our team of event professionals are on hand to assist you.

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The Road Ahead: What’s In Store for the Event Industry In 2021 & Beyond – Part Two In-Person Events

Event Leadership Institute

They’re getting much better data, reaching a broader audience, getting high-level speakers more easily and cheaply, and are realizing the impact of having so many people out of the office for several days traveling to and from events. I encourage you to read this if you want to see how a business owner is looking at the situation.

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Event Planner Challenges and Opportunities of the Next Decade

Maritz Global Events

We’re always looking at new trends, tech innovations and the social climate to see what will shake up the industry. With so many things to consider, site selection will challenge more and more and event planners. A lot goes into crafting the ultimate event experience. Want to get ahead of the game and modernize your event?

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8 Best Practices for Planning Corporate Events

Eventinterface

Site selection can make or break a meeting. Site selection checklist. For any food and beverage brands, it is important to ensure that the venue selected supports the food and beverage brands the client represents. Demographics are huge in site selection. Find out what other events are in the venue.

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Best in Show: Class of 2017

PCMA Convene

App/Tech Provider Support. Av/Tech Support. Nominated by Maureen Sojka, Events Manager, Creative Marketing Alliance — “Great prompt response for the initial quote; superb on-site tech support. Not only did he go with the ow as speakers changed their minds on equipment, etc., Scot Richardson. Paul Kennealy.

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5 Things Planners Can Learn from the Presidential Inauguration

SmartMeetings

It’s not usually as simple as that, but innovative tech can certainly enhance events , boost attendee enjoyment and provide valuable analytical data. When planning a big event , don’t forget to consider transportation during the site selection process. Have a backup plan for speakers and entertainment.