Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 20, 2018

In 2018, hotel bar patrons swallowed everything from cocktails infused with veggie juices (or breakfast cereals ) to ferments of every stripe (think shrubs to kimchee) and honey from rooftop hives. The post Dishing 2019’s Hot F&B Trends for Groups appeared first on Smart Meetings. The Lakehouse at W Bellevue.

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Endless Events

MARCH 8, 2018

Sustainable events are one of our top choices for 2018 Event Trends.The sustainable event trend is continuing to grow with no signs of stopping so it’s time to get on board! We are going over a variety of ideas that you can implement to go green and jump on the sustainable event trend. Why Become Sustainable? .

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Social Tables

JANUARY 4, 2018

Y ou need to see into the future and stay ahead of the event trends that will inevitably make or break your business. Using a combination of research and survey data, we’ve rounded up the 18 most important trends set to hit planners, hotels and venues in 2018. In 2018, they’re poised to become the norm. Better buckle up!

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Forecasts for 2018 in general predicted higher costs across hotels, airlines and venues, and it is a trend that will continue if occupancy remains high. The post Market Trends Point to Strong Growth for Meeting Venues appeared first on Smart Meetings. Unfortunately, this means higher prices for attendees.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

The global hospitality company released its “ Top 10 Meeting Trends for 2019 ” report based on insights gleaned from interactions with event professionals all over the world. “We Another trend Benchmark heard loud and clear is that millennials want their agendas to include unusual experiences. Plan for Something Special and Fun.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

The team at Reed Travel Exhibitions and IBTM is embracing it wholeheartedly, introducing a new, interactive Exploratory Zone in the center of the IBTM World 2018 conference, set for Nov. So, it was a no-brainer for us to be part of the 2018 edition.”. 27–29 in Barcelona, Spain.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 13, 2018

The post December 2018 Power Player: Holly Valenti appeared first on Smart Meetings. “Each and every time we close the street to host a private second-line parade for a client, it gives me goose bumps to see the big smiles on each and every face.”.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Today our hosts are sharing their favorite events from 2018 with us. Check out the epic resources mentioned in this episode: Live From IMEX 2018 – #EventIcons Episode 135 A special episode of #EventIcons from IMEX 2018. This is one of our favorite episodes of the year! Alex Plaxen of Little Bird Told Media ( @APlaxen ).

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 22, 2024

Make your summer meetings meaningful and memorable with these tips and trends Summer is approaching fast and meeting professionals want to stay up to date on every seasonal trend. Private Spa Gardens at Sensei Porcupine Creek The post Summer 2024 Travel Trends with Meaning appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

After a year marked by fire, flood and tragedy , the overall tone of Destination Marketing Association of the West ’s Education Summit 2018 was light, inspiring—even funny. Top Trends Impacting Hospitality, Tourism and Events. Itineraries catered to friend-group travel, LGBTQ travel and solo travel are trending. Shawna Suckow.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

The trend of creating memorable experiences is sweeping through both big and small events. Tech Trends for Your Next Trade Show. So if you want to be the first adopter of future trends, start checking out facial recognition technology and machine learning. Standing Out in E3 2018. Make Your Meetings Experiential.

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Motivation Excellence

JANUARY 30, 2019

Their 2019 Trends Study revealed numerous positive findings, summarized here: Growth is supported by expanding budgets, increased participant eligibility, and improved internal and public perceptions of incentive travel programs, according to the 2018 Incentive Travel Industry Index.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 1, 2019

A January 2018 report from WeAreSocial and Hootsuite explains just how important social media is in the average internet consumer’s life. Here are the internet and social media trends planners need to know for 2019. Slide 72 from the Digital in 2018 report breaks down how much engagement each post format receives. Hashtagging.

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MeetingsNet

DECEMBER 12, 2017

The IMEX Group is predicting that meetings in 2018 will be all about bringing humanity back. Here are the five trends it says will put people at the heart of today’s issues: 1. IMEX Group predicts the coming year will see meetings focus more on participant needs. Printer-friendly version.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 24, 2022

While some may believe these seemingly progressive actions will simply restore the travel and tourism industry to the way it was in 2018, the concept of travel from our pre-Covid days no longer exists. We can not hop in a time machine and return to the pre-pandemic world of 2018 travel and tourism. Going Back To Nature. Going Virtual.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 31, 2018

Video ruled the social media world in 2018. Smart Meetings’ visual storytelling immersed planners in the trends and news of the year. Marin Bright, CEO of Smart Meetings , kicked off 2018 with a video detailing changes to Smart Meetings magazine. Related: The Best of the Best: 2018 Platinum Choice Winners.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 27, 2018

For venues and planners, that means looking into the crystal ball to get ahead of event trends and expectations. Here, we cover the top 19 trends which promise to shake up event planning and hospitality in 2019 and beyond. Industry Performance Trends. Attendee Experience Trends. Demand will continue to outpace supply.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

The Fall 2018 Meetings Outlook by Meeting Professionals International (MPI) confirms that the industry is alive, well and thriving. Related : Plogging: A New Trend Combining CSR and Wellness. Other survey findings included a trend of shorter, more frequent meetings. The meetings industry is changing, and this is good news.

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BizBash

JANUARY 2, 2018

200+ tips, strategies, templates and tactics to win at event marketing in 2018. The post The 5Ws Event Marketing Plan (2018 edition): Strategies, Tactics and Trends Framework by Julius Solaris appeared first on [link]. Your practical event marketing plan to quickly grow your event and sell more tickets. Why do you need it?

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 12, 2017

La entrada 2018 Event Trends That Will Change the Meeting Industry (part 1) aparece primero en Eventtia | Event management software. If you’ve been reading the news or following social media lately, then you already know the buzzword that’s been causing people to throw themselves into passionate debates these days: Bitcoin.

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 14, 2017

La entrada 2018 Event Trends That Will Change the Meeting Industry (part 2) aparece primero en Eventtia | Event management software. From new ways of doing business to innovative event technology, industry features and characteristics literally shift overnight.

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Endless Events

MAY 30, 2018

Alternative Event Venues are a huge and growing trend this year. In fact, we listed it as one of our emerging event trends for 2018. Attendees and planners alike are growing tired of the standard meeting spaces and ballrooms. As an industry, we are pushing the boundaries and definition of where events can be held.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 30, 2018

Does the trend of “experiential” meetings—with an emphasis on local food or local food traditions—add to the F&B cost? . Chefs and Planners Weigh In on 2018 F&B Trends. In fact, quite the opposite is true, as smaller venues often have resources that are leveraged through cross-utilization efforts.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 4, 2018

A post shared by @ beingoodcompany on Sep 28, 2018 at 10:31am PDT. Forca Dimec 2018. A post shared by EverBlock Systems (@everblock) on Sep 17, 2018 at 12:41pm PDT. VOICE Summit 2018. A post shared by Beth Lawrence (@_beth_lawrence_) on Jul 25, 2018 at 11:51am PDT. View this post on Instagram.

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BizBash

JANUARY 2, 2018

So, I’ve put together four cloud predictions for 2018 that you won’t see coming but that should help shape your cloud strategy for the new year. Get ready for the latest trend in cloud computing: What is multicloud? 2018 cloud prediction No. Learn all about the cloud at InfoWorld. Start with the basics: What is cloud computing?

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The 122-room Hotel Trio in Healdsburg, California, has had Rose the Robot since 2018, though it transitioned from “novelty to necessity,” as a result of the pandemic, according to a statement. Read More : Essential F&B: 2022 Catering Trends. Read More : Indicator Lights: 2022 Industry Predictions.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 26, 2018

Check out the epic resources mentioned in this episode: 2018 Event Industry Trends – #EventIcons Episode 92. Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting ( @BrandtKrueger ). Alex Plaxen of Little Bird Told Media ( @APlaxen ). Tahira Endean of BCIC ( @TahiraCreates ). Healthy Tips For Event Profs – #EventIcons Episode 96.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Check out the epic resources mentioned in this episode: 2017 Event Trends – #EventIcons Episode 40. 2018 Event Industry Trends – #EventIcons Episode 92. Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting ( @BrandtKrueger ). Will Curran of Endless Events ( @itswillcurran ). Live from Connect Marketplace – #EventIcons Episode 127.

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Endless Events

MAY 4, 2018

InfoComm 2018 aims to use this conversation as a way to merge disciplines to craft a better and more immersive experience for event attendees. Consumer Trends to Watch for This Year. As professionals, we should always be aware of the ongoing trends and how they can impact our business. Steal These AV Tricks for Your Next Event.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 4, 2018

Y ou need to see into the future and stay ahead of the event trends that will inevitably make or break your business. Using a combination of research and survey data, we’ve rounded up the 18 most important trends set to hit planners, hotels and venues in 2018. In 2018, they’re poised to become the norm. Better buckle up!

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Dana Communications

MAY 2, 2023

Since many of these states are still hammering out policy and licensing, we looked to the west to uncover travel trends from destinations who first blazed the legalization trail. The number grew to 12% in 2018 and 14% in 2019 when marijuana tourism actually pulled ahead of exceptional culinary experiences and brewery tours/beer tasting.

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Endless Events

JUNE 12, 2018

Non-Obvious 2018 Edition: How To Predict Trends And Win The Future (Non-Obvious Series) (Book). Check out the epic resources mentioned in this episode: CEMA (Corporate Event Marketing Association). Haute Dokimazo. Event Details of Haute Dokimazo. CEMA Summit. Upcoming and Industry Events.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

In the 202o trend report , Endless’ Kaitlin Colston writes, “not everyone at your event will be in the same place in their journey. Braindate Lounge at the 2018 C2 Montreal. When it comes to event-networking, we predicted that collaborative learning will soon come to define the participant event experience. Source: e180.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 18, 2024

Using the power of events to connect the wider farming community Since purchasing Indoor Ag-Con in 2018, CEO Brian Sullivan and his team’s goal has been to push for more education about emerging technologies and budding trends around controlled environment agriculture (CEA).

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Endless Events

JANUARY 26, 2018

Event Tech Is Going Strong in 2018. Jump into the article to learn more trends in event tech. This makes the trend of multi-sensory experiences all the more relevant. This puts a price tag on the vaunted “going strong” trend of events, showing that this ever-growing industry is a heavy-hitter whatever your company’s goals are.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 20, 2018

— JT Long (@SmartMtgsJT) August 18, 2018. — JT Long (@SmartMtgsJT) August 19, 2018. — JT Long (@SmartMtgsJT) August 19, 2018. . — JT Long (@SmartMtgsJT) August 19, 2018. — JT Long (@SmartMtgsJT) August 21, 2018. — JT Long (@SmartMtgsJT) August 19, 2018.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Tech companies Zenus, Fielddrive and Kubify each recently won a 2018 IBTM World Tech Watch Award , the longest-running industry prize of its kind. This year’s award certainly points out significant event technology trends for our industry,” said Corbin Ball, chair of the IBTM World Tech Award.

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