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How New Orleans Recovered after a Natural Disaster

Smart Meetings

As an owner of a corporate destination management franchise in New Orleans, I saw the reality of ground zero as I worked to rebuild my business after Hurricane Katrina in 2005. We chose to meet potential clients at trade shows or at their office. Welcome Empathy Tourism. The reality is quite the opposite.

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How Did You Get Started in the Events Industry?

Endless Events

I transitioned into the trade show world for technology events,” she says. I spoke there for the first time in 2005 or 2006 and had a good 12-year run on the show. Before WordPress was everywhere, I worked for a company called Mod Blog from 2002 through 2005,” explains Will. “I

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The Ultimate Guide to Conferences for Event Planners in 2024

Bizzaboo

Every year in March the world of international tourism gathers at the largest travel trade show, ITB Berlin. GMITE 2024 April 7-10, 2024 Orlando, FL GMITE has been connecting the largest selection of high-volume meeting and incentive travel buyers with global suppliers since 2005. Destination Southeast Aug.

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Q&A with Mr. Ong Wee Min, Vice President of Conventions and Exhibitions, Marina Bay Sands

Convene by PCMA

I’ve been part of PCMA since 2005 and PCMA is like a family to me – where I meet my peers a few times a year. As part of your role, you bring in first-to-Asia trade shows and exhibitions to Marina Bay Sands, are there any that you are excited about in 2022 or beyond? What does this win mean for you?