The MICE Blog

AUGUST 12, 2024

During the renovation, we exclusively used sustainable products, which contributed to the building achieving LEED certification.’ A Benchmark Event: The 2017 InterContinental Hotel Group General Managers Conference at InterContinental Berlin Maria told me about one of the most memorable events for InterContinental Berlin.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2018

” For these reasons, millennials value networking over almost any other aspect of events. As Janet Sperstad’s white-paper Purposeful Meetings: How to Plan With Deeper Meaning, Innovation, & Insight shows, the concept of “purposeful meetings” became the theme of IMEX America 2017.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 22, 2024

February 2017. credit: Shutterstock The central goal is for a 60% reduction in the production of plastics by 2040 to lead to the larger goal of a plastic-free future. Plastic cups for drinks at a networking reception? Beach pollution at Kuta beach, Bali. Where was the plastic? Were attendees given plastic water bottles?

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Endless Events

JULY 5, 2018

According to International Meetings Review, a small poll in 2017 found that almost half of event organizers aren’t considering virtual attendance for their events. How to host digital hangouts for networking. Host digital hangouts that add a new dimension to networking. But, it’s not just for the VR-buffs. Nearly half!

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2018

” For these reasons, millennials value networking over almost any other aspect of events. But make no mistake, the networking is there: over 3,000 face-to-face meetings were scheduled at C2 2017 alone. Event technology can increase productivity by 27%. C2 is pushing the envelope for event experiences.

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Social Tables

JULY 25, 2018

Using the right event planning software , planners can increase attendance by 20%, increase productivity by 27%, and decrease costs 20-30% — a must for ideas like the four below. So much so that the idea was the theme of IMEX America 2017, arguably the pinnacle of events for the industry at large. Make it holistic. Click To Tweet 2.

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Endless Events

MAY 10, 2019

The proportion increased 17 percent between 2017 and 2018. Meet with them at regular intervals as you plan the event, especially in the early stages, so they can see that their input is reflected in your plan — and in the final product. The number of businesses organizing 20 or more events each year is rising.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 4, 2018

You should also play with seating to boost engagement — theater-style seating is “so 2017.”. In fact, demand for such venues already rose 4% in 2017. In, 2017 most major mobile apps incorporated some form of AI. Believe it or not, the value of Bitcoin has risen 5x in 2017 alone! Instead of fighting it, take advantage!

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

We’re a full-scale event production company. October 2017, sometimes I wish I could do dramatic readings of press releases. Brandt Krueger: October 2017, PSAV acquires Hawthorn Theatrical. 2017, one year later. Experiential events and production companies. That’s a mighty nice press release. 100% agree.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 22, 2017

2017 was another big year for the group business industry, which we saw grow 4% over the previous year. Planners and properties created a record number of events with our diagramming software , and hundreds of new connections are being made all the time through Social Tables’ planning network. With that growth comes change.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 26, 2023

In 2017, Portland introduced My People’s Market —a collaborative event organized by Travel Portland (Portland’s Convention and Visitors Bureau) and Prosper Portland —an economic and urban development agency for the city. News and World Report,” he says. Equity for All in Rip City Photo: My People’s Market 5 @ Self Enhancement Inc.

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Social Tables

JULY 31, 2018

Regardless of how productive you may be, running a successful fundraising event is a team effort. As you begin recruiting people from your network to join your fundraising team (aka your “committee”), it’s important to focus on specific roles within the team. of all donations in 2017 happened online (a massive 12.1%

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 22, 2016

Because I’m an entrepreneur who’s providing the fastest-growing network of meetings and conference venues in the U.S., Create a space that nurtures productivity. For more insights from Chris Kelly download our latest report, featuring 12 trends shaping our industry in 2017. .

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Crowdriff

MARCH 23, 2017

— Amrita Gurney (@AmritaGurney) March 17, 2017. — Sachie Yorck (@sachieyorck) March 17, 2017. Jurek Lipski from Sparkloft made a really good point about how Facebook manipulates its algorithm to focus on the products they are pushing. — Dan Rosenbaum (@danjrosenbaum) March 16, 2017. DMAWestTechSummit.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Whether you’re organizing consumer events, corporate events, virtual conferences, or hybrid networking events and trade shows, effective event management can lead to brand visibility, meaningful connections, and lasting impressions. B2B Events: Events for professionals meaning to meet other professionals, network and make business.

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AltexSoft Travel

JANUARY 31, 2020

At the bare minimum, the same products are marketed to customers (leisure and business), and distributors differently. So, the aim of this article is to explain how airlines market their products. Customers are the buyers of travel products. Now let’s talk about the challenges airlines face in marketing their products.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 21, 2016

The post WTM concludes “productive” first Asian event appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. “We have been delighted with the feedback from both exhibitors and buyers alike who report highly productive and quality business meetings providing real ROI,” he stated.

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MeetingsNet

AUGUST 16, 2024

Eye-catching seating and décor can drive networking, provide a branding opportunity, and even increase social posts. Outdoor Offerings When asked about CORT’s most-popular pieces, Dana said outdoor products surged during the pandemic. Since then, though, outdoor products and outdoor events have become more popular year-round.”

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MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

NDK adds 50 employees to the ITA team, as well as an associate network of NKD-trained consultants across five continents. ITA Group has two other subsidiaries: the experiential design and production company Hartmann Studios, acquired in mid-2018, and market research and strategy firm Chadwick Martin Bailey, acquired in fall 2017.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 19, 2019

Today there are a plethora of blockchain conferences, blockchain networking events and more happening around the world. TOKENOMX is an exclusive three-day networking and education event for traders, investors, and entrepreneurs in the blockchain space. This is Africa's premiere blockchain and bitcoin conference of 2017.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 2, 2023

Convene asked a version of that question in our 2017 reader survey , a 2021 COVID-19 Recovery Dashboard , and our 2022 salary survey. Working on association business means nurturing long-term opportunities, adopting creative thinking to unique challenges, and collaborating with a wide network of stakeholders.

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AltexSoft Travel

OCTOBER 9, 2019

A Global Distribution System , or GDS , is a computer network operating as a middleman between travel agents and numerous travel service providers. Self-service APIs provide the testing platform for young booking websites that allow them to start building apps fast and prepare them for production. What is a GDS? com, and AirAsia.

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Conferences that Work

DECEMBER 12, 2016

February 2-3, 2017: RAI Amsterdam , The Netherlands 1½-day workshop, registration now open — €895. March 20-21, 2017: Catalyst Ranch , Chicago 1½-day workshop, registration now open — $599 if you register by January 7 , $699 afterwards. .” — Participant at Adrian’s 2012 EIBTM Participation Techniques Workshop.

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Social Tables

JULY 31, 2018

Regardless of how productive you may be, running a successful fundraising event is a team effort. As you begin recruiting people from your network to join your fundraising team (aka your “committee”), it’s important to focus on specific roles within the team. of all donations in 2017 happened online (a massive 12.1%

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Carrousel Travel

MAY 31, 2018

Classic Vacations did a wonderful job with all of the arrangements and you should sell their product with 100% confidence. Wood floors, mountain views, refurbished 2014-2017. ROME, FLORENCE & VENICE: What an amazing experience! City center hotel with pool great location. E bike rentals. Great lounge area, best pizza in town.

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Stova

JANUARY 17, 2023

At regular intervals, Applied Materials holds a large field team conference to bring all the customer-facing personnel across the world together for training purposes and to drive networking and connectivity across the organization. In 2017, they enlisted Stova to automate session tracking and to measure education hours for all attendees.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 1, 2024

From Q&A sessions and live polls to networking opportunities and hands-on workshops, ensure plenty of chances for attendees to participate actively. The Wi-Fi network became overloaded in a room packed with attendees and live-stream viewers, disrupting the demonstration.

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Tourism eSchool

MARCH 3, 2021

Instead of replacing the single Centre, they are opening 2 Visitor Hubs at high visitor traffic locations of central city Town Hall and Victoria Markets, adding to their Visitor Information Network across the city. Networking Events. If they can't host, key staff attend relevant networking events. In Person Product Bookings.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 4, 2018

You should also play with seating to boost engagement — theater-style seating is “so 2017.”. In fact, demand for such venues already rose 4% in 2017. In, 2017 most major mobile apps incorporated some form of AI. Believe it or not, the value of Bitcoin has risen 5x in 2017 alone! Instead of fighting it, take advantage!

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Travel Daily Media

JULY 9, 2018

Vaman Rao, chairman of the board at Kapil Group, added: “We are delighted to partner with Oakwood again and we selected the Oakwood Apartments product for this development project for its approach towards modern serviced living.”.

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Social Tables

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Social media brands need to promote their products too so if you time it right you might see an extra boost in engagement through live streaming. By becoming co-content creators, guests play a hands-on role in growing the network and influence of the hotel. In fact, in 2017, 80% of users willingly connected to a brand on the platform.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 17, 2024

She will oversee member relations and the production of the organization’s corporate events, including its annual meeting, the Atlanta Hospitality Hall of Fame induction ceremony, and quarterly member networking events. She started with VISIT Milwaukee in 2017 as a communications manager.

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Travel Daily Media

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

Thanks to our strong sales team and global network, we are able to attract MICE groups from all around the world to the Cotai Strip today. Which MICE specific products, across both hotels, do you see as being key aspects of this successful strategy? What new products do you have lined up for the properties in the coming months?

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Crowdriff

OCTOBER 19, 2017

Your brand’s biggest fans are snapping photos, writing reviews, and publishing blog posts promoting your products or services — often without any prompting. It’s proof that you have dedicated fans, products worth talking about, and a social network that will appreciate great content.”. Don’t worry — we’ve got your back.

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PlannerWire

OCTOBER 10, 2019

In less than a year, snöball was named a top-5 finalist at the 2017 IMEX Pitch as well as an IBTM World 2017 Tech Watch Award finalist and won the IBTM Best use of PR Award. What is your favorite productivity app? Snöball is a cloud software that mobilizes event stakeholders to amplify an event’s reach and bottom line.

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Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

in 2017 reaching US$36.1 BLTM will also provide opportunities for the Indian states to promote their products, including Goa, Rajasthan, and of course host state Haryana. The business travel industry in India is emerging as a specialised market with differentiated needs, in tandem with the global trends.

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AltexSoft Travel

MARCH 7, 2022

As Ben Stephenson, founder and CEO of Impala, puts it, “You’ve got a PMS [property management system], and then a channel manager’s taking a cut of the booking, and then above that, a wholesaler is taking a cut, or an affiliate network is taking a cut, or a metasearch is taking a cut. Partner network. Partner network.

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