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OCTOBER 18, 2023

Industry growth and a positive outlook is the 2024 theme American Express GBT Meetings & Events showcased its 13th annual “ Global Meetings and Events Forecast ” at IMEX America 2023. Biggest 2024 Trends Looking toward 2024, Tejado said there are three things he sees being incredibly important. Partnerships are critical.”

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 30, 2023

View Webinar on Demand: The Professional’s Guide to 2024 Financial and Insurance Meetings Download Research: 2023 FICP Industry and Perception Study Moving Into 2024 Out of all the trends that have risen in 2023, our experts pointed to a few that will definitely be making their way into 2024. Cathy Diem believes so.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Major brands are set to debut highly-anticipated hotels in the coming year 2024 brings a wave of highly anticipated hotel openings in some of hospitality’s biggest brands. Discover the most anticipated openings throughout 2024 at Marriott , Hilton and IHG Hotels & Resorts. The property offers one 1,000 sq. of indoor meeting space.

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MARCH 25, 2024

We asked Rachel Andrews, senior director of meetings and events, what 3,500 anticipated attendees can expect in the new location and expanded agenda. That doesn’t mean we won’t return to Las Vegas, but we wanted to share something new with attendees.” Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas, June 10-14.

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DECEMBER 19, 2023

As attendees become more interested in a more sustainable future, event planners must adapt and provide more regenerative and sustainable approaches to events. Finally, implementing circularity can also benefit attendees. On the Horizon for 2024 and Beyond Businesses, take note!

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MAY 22, 2024

They fostered a unique connection between all attendees regardless of whether they were planners or supplier.” In smaller groups, attendees often feel a heightened sense of comfort and engagement, which can lead to more open and honest dialogue. The activities were all part of that and more. This was really well received, Minzey adds.

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JANUARY 18, 2024

The Walmart team wanted to give CES attendees a peek into what the company has done and is doing in the technology field, seeing CES as an opportunity to highlight that, beyond convenience and low prices, Walmart is a tech-forward company. The post Event Case Study: Walmart Experience at CES 2024 appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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APRIL 22, 2024

This summer is looking at experiential travel—whether that be a relaxing health and wellness retreat, a culturally rich destination or an environmentally conscious and responsible gathering, summer 2024 trends are geared towards progressive practices.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2024

By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” They really took over the city while they were here.”

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” They really took over the city while they were here.”

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

So what is it that meeting planners get wrong about protecting attendees? KC : Let’s look at the entire event, not just the attendees. You need to ensure that only attendees are allowed into your event spaces. First, identify your nearest exits and make sure attendees know where they are. KC : Right.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” They really took over the city while they were here.”

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2024

By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” They really took over the city while they were here.”

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” They really took over the city while they were here.”

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” They really took over the city while they were here.”

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” They really took over the city while they were here.”

Planner 130

Planner Transportation Contracts Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” They really took over the city while they were here.”

Planner 130

Planner Transportation Attendee Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” They really took over the city while they were here.”

Planner 130

Planner Transportation Attendee Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” They really took over the city while they were here.”

Transportation 130

Transportation Planner Contracts Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” They really took over the city while they were here.”

Planner 130

Planner Transportation Attendee Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” They really took over the city while they were here.”

Planner 130

Planner Transportation Attendee Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” They really took over the city while they were here.”

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” They really took over the city while they were here.”

Planner 130

Planner Transportation Attendee Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Your responses to the following nine questions could help empower meeting professionals everywhere to take human behavior into consideration when designing attendee-friendly events. 22nd, 2024! The post Event Attendee Energy Optimization Survey appeared first on Smart Meetings. The deadline to submit is Nov. Take the Survey Now!

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Your responses to the following nine questions could help empower meeting professionals everywhere to take human behavior into consideration when designing attendee-friendly events. 22nd, 2024! The post Event Attendee Energy Optimization Survey appeared first on Smart Meetings. The deadline to submit is Nov. Take the Survey Now!

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Your responses to the following nine questions could help empower meeting professionals everywhere to take human behavior into consideration when designing attendee-friendly events. 22nd, 2024! The post Event Attendee Energy Optimization Survey appeared first on Smart Meetings. The deadline to submit is Nov. Take the Survey Now!

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Your responses to the following nine questions could help empower meeting professionals everywhere to take human behavior into consideration when designing attendee-friendly events. 22nd, 2024! The post Event Attendee Energy Optimization Survey appeared first on Smart Meetings. The deadline to submit is Nov. Take the Survey Now!

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Your responses to the following nine questions could help empower meeting professionals everywhere to take human behavior into consideration when designing attendee-friendly events. 22nd, 2024! The post Event Attendee Energy Optimization Survey appeared first on Smart Meetings. The deadline to submit is Nov. Take the Survey Now!

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” They really took over the city while they were here.”

Planner 130

Planner Transportation Contracts Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” They really took over the city while they were here.”

Planner 130

Planner Transportation Attendee Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” They really took over the city while they were here.”

Planner 130

Planner Transportation Attendee Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” They really took over the city while they were here.”

Transportation 130

Transportation Planner Contracts Contracts 130

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NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Your responses to the following nine questions could help empower meeting professionals everywhere to take human behavior into consideration when designing attendee-friendly events. 22nd, 2024! The post Event Attendee Energy Optimization Survey appeared first on Smart Meetings. The deadline to submit is Nov. Take the Survey Now!

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NOVEMBER 17, 2024

By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” They really took over the city while they were here.”

Planner 130

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NOVEMBER 27, 2024

This year’s theme, Strength and Resilience, was an acknowledgement that the 2024 elections and the resulting shifts in DEI legislation would engender tension among attendees, says Jason Dunn, executive director at NCBMP. “We Dunn wanted attendees to live in that moment and show them that although hate is out there, they can prevail.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Your responses to the following nine questions could help empower meeting professionals everywhere to take human behavior into consideration when designing attendee-friendly events. 22nd, 2024! The post Event Attendee Energy Optimization Survey appeared first on Smart Meetings. The deadline to submit is Nov. Take the Survey Now!

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