Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 26, 2024

An estimated 1,700 attendees passed through the West Hall doors at Los Angeles Convention Center the second week of December. Known as The Show for Shows, the education, trade show floor and networking brought together solutions and inspiration. 2025 lands in Houston, Texas, Dec. is an annual tradition. The post IAEE Expo!

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Smart Meetings Incentive Experience at Phoenixs Arizona Biltmore , a Platinum Choice Award-winning property, was a festive way to end the year with the gift of new and renewed connections and a trove of insights that will make 2025 the best event season yet. And isnt that what all of us want for ourselves, our teams and our attendees?

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Just as a homemade meal draws us together in a celebration of our shared stories and individuality, events in 2025 will bring people together in ways that honor the unique experiences they bring, whether they’re tuning in from a thousand miles away or sitting right next to us. It’s a meal where everyone feels at home, welcomed and truly seen.

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Let’s be real: networking in a virtual environment can sometimes feel a bit…awkward. As an event organizer, your job is to bridge that gap by designing a virtual networking experience thats seamless, interactive, and truly meaningful for attendees.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The 2025 European Meetings & Events Conference gathered meeting professionals in Istanbul, Turkiye, for three days of education, exploration and networking in a city that blends old and new, East and West, business and pleasure. The 5-star luxury hotel was the first Hilton built outside the U.S. billion in revenue and 62.2

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 25, 2025

Oceania Cruises just debuted new celestial cruises that will have your attendees staring up in awe. Considering a last-minute trip to Dubai for Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025? Attendees can also explore a new immersive VR experience highlighting techs growing role in the evolution of travel.

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ADMEI

JANUARY 8, 2025

DMCs – The Unsung Heroes of Local Economies 09 January 2025 In the bustling world of tourism and events, there's a remarkable force silently shaping the economic landscapes of destinations worldwide: Destination Management Companies (DMCs). Hotels fill up, restaurants buzz with activity, and transportation services kick into high gear.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 23, 2025

Its been a little over one week since we introduced Bizzabos new networking suite to the world and while were still in the early days, one thing is already clear: The future of event engagement isnt about content. The appetite for meaningful, intentional networking is real , and event professionals are ready to lean into it.

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Stova

APRIL 15, 2025

The 2025 PGA Show, held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, was the largest in 15 years, attracting over 30,000 attendees from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. With record-high satisfaction and Net Promoter Scores from both attendees and exhibitors, the 2025 PGA Show set a new benchmark for success.

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ADMEI

MARCH 20, 2024

Reflections on ADMEI 2024 Annual Conference: “In the Zone” 20 March 2024 The 2024 ADMEI Annual Conference, aptly themed "In the Zone," delivered a powerful punch of education, networking, and industry insights for Destination Management Companies (DMCs) worldwide. Building Connections Expand your network. Source talent.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 10, 2025

Leveraging Technology Technology is a game-changer for smaller, more frequent meetings: Hotels can integrate advanced audiovisual equipment to support hybrid meeting formats, where participants join virtually alongside in-person attendees. Virtual video tours of facilities and success stories to help planners envision their events.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Millennial and Gen Z event attendees prefer immersive experiences, personal relevance, and immediate engagement trends that are poised to change meetings and events. Networking at scale is a key strength of trade shows and conferences something no local gathering or online option can match. 2024 has certainly been event ful year.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

PCMA APAC is proud to present The Business Of Events 2025, taking place from 13-15 April 2025, once again at the iconic Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. Exploring the Dual Pillars of Leadership Under the themeThe Business of Events 2025: MASTER.

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inVOYAGE

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Discover why Sri Lanka is poised to become the next premier destination for event planners and luxury travel in 2025. Within Colombo, the city’s infrastructure has seen significant improvements, with modern transportation options, excellent road networks, and reliable connectivity that ensure smooth logistics for both planners and attendees.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

Louis in 2025 in the expanded convention center campus. It’s about professional development, networking and doing business and the customers who will be there.” About 100-200 streaming attendees is probably about where we expect to be consistently going forward,” predicted VanDeventer. Louis or Playa Del Carmen.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Just as a homemade meal draws us together in a celebration of our shared stories and individuality, events in 2025 will bring people together in ways that honor the unique experiences they bring, whether they’re tuning in from a thousand miles away or sitting right next to us. It’s a meal where everyone feels at home, welcomed and truly seen.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Just as a homemade meal draws us together in a celebration of our shared stories and individuality, events in 2025 will bring people together in ways that honor the unique experiences they bring, whether they’re tuning in from a thousand miles away or sitting right next to us. It’s a meal where everyone feels at home, welcomed and truly seen.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Just as a homemade meal draws us together in a celebration of our shared stories and individuality, events in 2025 will bring people together in ways that honor the unique experiences they bring, whether they’re tuning in from a thousand miles away or sitting right next to us. It’s a meal where everyone feels at home, welcomed and truly seen.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Just as a homemade meal draws us together in a celebration of our shared stories and individuality, events in 2025 will bring people together in ways that honor the unique experiences they bring, whether they’re tuning in from a thousand miles away or sitting right next to us. It’s a meal where everyone feels at home, welcomed and truly seen.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Just as a homemade meal draws us together in a celebration of our shared stories and individuality, events in 2025 will bring people together in ways that honor the unique experiences they bring, whether they’re tuning in from a thousand miles away or sitting right next to us. It’s a meal where everyone feels at home, welcomed and truly seen.

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All Conference Alert

DECEMBER 9, 2024

In 2025, Europe is set to host many neurology conferences. It is a wonderful opportunity for networking as well. Networking Events : You can connect with other attendees, share ideas, and even make new friends! Dublin is well-known for hosting many leading neurology conferences in Ireland 2025.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 15, 2025

Then, Ill guide you through picking the right type of event, following up with attendees in a way theyll appreciate, and figuring out if all your effort was worth it. And third, it should be fun or at least add some value to the attendees. Collect attendee details for future follow-ups. Why Does Event Marketing Matter?

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 27, 2025

of vibrant, distinct meeting space at La Fonda on the Plaza attendees made brilliant connections and took part in an experience that both refreshed and inspired, heading home with elevated understanding and ideas of how to incorporate wellness into their own events, for all of their own attendees. Sweatworking is the New Networking.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 9, 2024

And, if you opt for a buyout for a private event, that prize desk can be transformed for gifting your lucky attendees, and that ambient lighting throughout the golf course can be customized to your branding, too! The panel discussed the level of comfort attendees feel simply by having a drink in hand, whether it has alcohol or not.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Meeting Professionals International (MPI) powered Smart Monday and morning keynotes as part of a 20-year partnership that was formally extended through 2025. She added that attendees naturally gathered in the lounge during cocktail hour on Tuesday and Wednesday, facilitating a sense of community at the event.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 7, 2023

Executive Exuberance Hospitality business consultant Chris Meyer, CEO of Chris Meyer Global, put the positive outlook of SISO attendees in context. Read More: It’s Gen Z’s Way or the Highway Word at SISO was that attendees want shorter keynotes that directly talk to their needs. The networking is the point.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 29, 2022

As we look at the education programs and even the locations of the keynotes, we want to give more space for networking,” she said. Right now, the contract is through 2025, but we’re already talking about continuing,” she said. Even the biggest conferences are always looking for ways to improve.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 27, 2025

of vibrant, distinct meeting space at La Fonda on the Plaza attendees made brilliant connections and took part in an experience that both refreshed and inspired, heading home with elevated understanding and ideas of how to incorporate wellness into their own events, for all of their own attendees. Sweatworking is the New Networking.

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All Conference Alert

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

You’ll get to network, learn, and explore different vertices in your field. Business Conferences : These conferences let you network with entrepreneurs and influential figures. What are some Networking Tips for Attending Conferences in Australia? Share your business cards with other attendees.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 17, 2025

And yet, according to Bizzabos 2025 State of Events and Industry Benchmarks report, 70% of organizers struggle to measure and demonstrate ROI effectively. Deals influenced by an event may close months later, and attribution can be murkywas it the keynote session that made the difference, or the networking opportunity at the reception?

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 23, 2022

Editor’s note : This Week in Travel (TWT) is your essential guide to smoothing the road from here to there for your attendees and yourself. A full recovery to pre-pandemic levels (volume and spending) is not expected until 2025. Travel Forecast Sees Wobbly Recovery. Travel said policy changes could help growth in the sector.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

If youre looking for the right place to host your next business event, take a look at these new developments that will enhance the attendee experience. Head west to the fully renovated 319-room W Hollywood where attendees have more reasons to network in a garden-like oasis called the Living Room.

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inVOYAGE

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

As we look to 2025, many of these trends are poised to continue, driving further transformation in an industry dedicated to relentless innovation and relevance. With technology increasingly enabling personalised event experiences, attendees are gaining more control over how they engage, enhancing both the impact and value of each interaction.

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Unique World Global Destinations

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

By 2025, the global MICE industry is projected to reach $1.4 In North America, major cities like New York, Chicago, and Toronto are capitalising on this trend, offering state-of-the-art venues that can accommodate both physical attendees and virtual participants. trillion, with North America continuing to play a critical role.

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MeetingsNet

JUNE 23, 2022

This year’s attendance topped 2,000 attendees, with approximately 1,700 in person and 300 virtual. That’s about 11 percent higher than attendance for the 2021 WEC held at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, which drew 1,812 total attendees: 1,238 in person and 574 virtual. Louis in 2023, Louisville in 2024, and San Antonio in 2025.

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Travel Daily Media

JULY 11, 2024

The post Signature Travel Network concludes successful 2024 regionals appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Signature Travel Network recently held its 2024 Regional events, reinforcing its commitment to educate and connect advisors and partners. The events, held in Dallas, Chicago, Los Angeles and Ft.

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Travel Daily Media

JULY 12, 2024

The must attend two-day event for the Asia Pacific MICE industry takes place 19 – 20 March 2025 at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong. billion by 2025. It serves as a strategic gateway connecting East and West, offering unparalleled opportunities for business and networking. to reach $441.1

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