Endless Events

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

If you’ve been paying attention to the event trends set to redefine the industry, you’ll know that hybrid is up there with the most relevant. In fact, according to our State of The Industry Survey , 64% of planners believe hybrid events will be the most common experiences in 2021. What’s Happening Across The World.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 14, 2020

More Events Going Virtual: CES 2021 Is Going Virtual! Watch our webinar about the top 2020 Virtual Event Trends! I was just telling Will how grateful I am to be remote so I can spend some time outdoors. I mentioned in my newsletter last week that the Consumer Electronics Show is going completely virtual in 2021!

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Dana Communications

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Looking deeper into the dilemmas… Today’s pandemic-linked complexities include “The Great Resignation,” labor shortages, employers struggling to find and hire great talent in an increasingly hot job market and a substantial number of employees working remotely (who seem destined to stay that way).

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Smart Meetings

MAY 26, 2022

rates of infection and hospitalization are also an underreported but important trend. Further, four out of five are extending their trip due to their ability to work remotely. As travelers get back out there, a few trends translate from leisure to business travel. Likely more cases will occur.”. yet only 1.85

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 7, 2021

For a preview, we asked Eric Holmen, CEO of Splash , the event marketing software company that powers tens of thousands of business events each month, for trends in how organizers are adjusting their programs. Some large groups are throwing a camera in the room to capture the presentations for an extended remote audience.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 23, 2021

The timely strategy session titled “ 2022 Incentive Trends & Wish List ” covered some of the unexpected shifts impacting incentive programs, including a desire to stay home with new pets and hobbies, people moving away from densely populated geographical areas and increased responsibilities of remote workers.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 23, 2021

The timely strategy session titled “ 2022 Incentive Trends & Wish List ” covered some of the unexpected shifts impacting incentive programs, including a desire to stay home with new pets and hobbies, people moving away from densely populated geographical areas and increased responsibilities of remote workers.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 26, 2021

As mentioned in our 2021 event trends guide , attendee expectations will be on the rise. “This idea of being able to remotely focus the camera and remotely adjust the settings, I think is huge”, says Brandt. As usual, our hosts Brandt Krueger and Will Curran did a deep dive into the subject.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

While “90% of large companies have committed to hybrid work plans [that reduce] the touch points that once conveyed company culture, for all companies, including those which never went remote, unprecedented reports of burnout are signaling that businesses must quickly adapt,” said GBT. Read More : 7 Business Travel Trends Set to Shape 2022.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 9, 2021

The pandemic may have shifted meeting to remote channels in 2020, however, organizing and inviting people virtual events still requires time and careful planning if it is going to be successful. Let’s discuss how you can write the perfect invitation email for your virtual event to drive more registrations in 2021.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 20, 2021

By now, most of us have attended more virtual events than we can count and gotten used to the concept of remote work. For the very last time in 2021, here is the Event Tech Podcast! “There’s a big trend happening in the smartphone world. It’s almost 2022! Introducing The Power Of Eye Contact.

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Social Tables

APRIL 1, 2022

Being so, we’ve put together this list of catering trends to help you hone in on what matters to audiences now. Whether you’re planning a wedding, a conference, or an anniversary dinner, these catering trends can help you stay ahead of the curve and craft experiences that people won’t soon forget. Are there new trends emerging?

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Motivation Excellence

DECEMBER 18, 2023

2023 was packed with programs that had to be rescheduled from 2020 and 2021. Rhonda Brewer, VP of Sales at Motivation Excellence, says this doesn’t mean there will be drastic changes to the incentive travel landscape, but certain trends might arise for new bookings. “How Airfares will continue to stabilize, especially for U.S.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 2, 2022

The capabilities of Remote Simultaneous Interpretation ( RSI ) have reached new heights, elevating the events industry and the experiences it creates for attendees. Launched in the fall of 2021, its Language Access project provides a better solution for supporting language access at, specifically, meetings and events.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 28, 2021

As part of this increase in business, he has seen a new trend: “Meetings aren’t always about the ‘meeting’ anymore.” We’re seeing Fall 2021 continue to be the focus for the return of groups, ranging from small gatherings to potential buyout bookings. Formats have evolved to include an emphasis on reconnection time.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 23, 2020

After all that this year has thrown our way, it is easy to want to leave early and just wait for 2021. Virtual Audience Engagement: Keep Your Remote Attendees Happy! ?? But just like my friend and I stayed for the sunset, I want to make a promise to myself that I’m going to stay present through the rest of the year as well.

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Endless Events

MAY 4, 2021

” Experiential Virtual Events In 2021. Sarah then asks AJ what are some other ways that she’s looking to elevate in 2021. We’re in Boston and we are seeing a trend with some of our bridal clients that want to host a micro wedding this year or they’re doing a destination wedding. Conclusive Thoughts.

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Convene by PCMA

MARCH 15, 2022

In its report “The Future 100: 2022,” creative agency, consultancy, and technology company Wunderman Thompson has identified 100 trends across industries — from culture to health to travel and hospitality — that will shape the way we live and work this year and beyond. More Trends. Up next, Senior Editor Jennifer N. Greenmapping.

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Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 22, 2020

The most authoritative list of 2021 virtual events and conferences on the internet. Planners have already made their intentions clear, with 93% of event marketers already planning to incorporate virtual events into their strategy in 2021 and beyond. Note: As 2021 goes on, we plan on updating this post regularly. IMPACT 2021.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

In 2021, when asked about the percentage of events that would incorporate a virtual element, 30% of venue operators said 90% or more of their live events offered access to a virtual option. Meetings in general may be on an upward path, but there are many other changes in the industry in the report that are worthy of note. Hybrid Is Down.

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Convene by PCMA

MAY 2, 2022

In its report “The Future 100: 2022,” creative agency, consultancy, and technology company Wunderman Thompson has identified 100 trends across industries — from culture to health to travel and hospitality — that will shape the way we live and work this year and beyond. Not I, but apparently we can thank Sweden for this trend.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 25, 2023

Read More : New and Renovated: Austin Exploration and Sunny Shores Cvent Top Meeting Hotels | North America Many hoteliers leveraged the downtime in 2020 and 2021 to invest in upgrades and renovations to prepare their properties for the post-pandemic travel boom. Meet in Austin, you’re in for a show.” For example, Grand Hyatt Nashville (No.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2022

He pointed out that virtual events have always been a critical part of the marketing mix, but old-school webinars have been put on “steroids” and are now much better at delivering Return on Attention (RoA) as new features are “humanizing” remote experiences by giving people the tools to react, express their feelings and play. “We

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One10 Marketing

MARCH 10, 2021

One10 Xperts weigh in on IRF’s 2021 Trends Report. The IRF 2021 Trends Report is out and we couldn’t be more thrilled! Here’s the One10 take on 2021 trends and what we’re doing to meet client needs in 2021 and beyond: IRF Trend: Increase in Individual Rewards. IRF Trend: Moving the Middle.

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DCI

JUNE 30, 2021

It’s 2021 and this isn’t your grandmother’s talent recruitment process. Remote working makes living in one place and working in another much less taboo than ever before. Towns in Italy are paying people to work remotely, while Belize offers a “ Work Where You Vacation ” program. Not by a longshot. We can do better. Their slogan?

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AltexSoft Travel

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Instead of browsing through websites and waiting in line at the front desk, simply open the hotel app, take a virtual tour around the property, make a reservation, and check in remotely while you’re still on your way. In July 2021, The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts became the pioneer of crypto in hospitality. Sustainable technologies.

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Convene by PCMA

MARCH 21, 2023

“The Future 100: 2023 ,” creative agency, consultancy, and technology company Wunderman Thompson’s annual forecast, identifies 100 trends across industries — from culture to technology to travel and hospitality — that will shape the way we live and work this year and beyond.

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Sojern

JUNE 23, 2021

In February, we did a look back at 2020 and a look forward at 2021 data , using a combination of Sojern and PlaceIQ data to understand COVID-19 recovery and the bigger picture of the traveler through layering these insights together. January 6, 2019 – June 12, 2021 . January 5, 2021 – June 12, 2021 .

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The MICE Blog

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

Hubilo has launched a deep-dive events series to share the latest trends, tips and tricks, and next-level ideas for various virtual and hybrid events. Stemming from the pandemic, there are now new ways to take SKOs to a whole new level, which were presented at the initial SUBMERGE event by Hubilo on 20 October 2021. Current SKO trends.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 27, 2021

Smart Meetings loves recognizing talented hospitality professionals who will help the industry evolve as we get back to meeting, so when we heard that Destinations International had announced their 2021 30 Under 30 class from convention and visitors bureaus and tourism boards around the world, we wanted to get to know them better.

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ITA Group

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

91 Invaluable Sales Training Resources for 2021. Quick Tips to Manage & Engage Your Remote Sales Team | ITA Group. How does a manager effectively engage and manage their sales team member who work in remote offices across the country? Explore three areas to address for optimal remote sales team engagement. Or the globe?

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

One of the main takeaways from the 2021 Event Trends is that expectations towards virtual presenters are slowly, but surely rising. When it’s even remotely a work meeting or something along those lines, I’m not a fan. After talking extensively about sound, video and lighting, it’s time to look into backdrops.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 8, 2021

In fact, it’s one of three central trends identified in the new DestinationNEXT 2021 Futures Study, released in August. Remote work is the ‘what’s next’ for destination marketing,” said Daniella Middleton, senior vice president, tourism development at DCI. cities have begun capitalizing on the trend as well. In the U.S.,

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 7, 2022

So, the Convene editors have curated the latest tips and trends in the world of work for you. Remote and hybrid work have become the norm, as companies seek to strike a balance between the health and safety of employees, their desire for flexibility in their jobs and lives, and the requirements of business. We get it, you’re busy.

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Convene by PCMA

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Attendees get reacquainted at Convening EMEA 2021 in Lausanne, Switzerland. Flexibility was another notably popular response, often paired with the ability to work remotely. Here are some direct quotes: Spotting new trends and opportunities, then designing initiatives to go after them. Flexibility to be remote more often.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

In March 2021, the platform made its “Follow” button — once available only by invitation to select “Influencers” — open to all. That gave content creators access to potentially much larger audiences — users shared 40 percent more content on the network in Spring 2023 than they did in the same period in 2021, according to LinkedIn.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

are reporting that people are back working again, but the dynamic has changed after the period of loss and reflection in 2020 and 2021. ” To fill the seats of those who retired, Ferguson ventured that planners may need to advocate for allowing virtual seats at events and remote positions in the office to be successful.

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