Smart Meetings

JANUARY 3, 2025

attract more international exhibitors and attendees, ECA strongly encourages policymakers to adopt the measuresthat will strengthen our industry’s competitiveness and ability to drive economic growth, support job creation, empower small businesses, and help solve our most urgent societal challenges going forward.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Encore Global hosted “Break Free, a journey of transformation” which invited guests to take part in an interactive survey focused on the sustainability efforts at IMEX while touching all the senses in a dramatic LED-enhanced space. The Smart Meetings team was on the expo floor getting updates and sharing snapshots of the action.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 4, 2019

We’re feeling a bit green today, and it’s all thanks to the topic of sustainability in events! Sustainability in events has been covered several times by our team. And they had quite a few bits of wisdom to share when it comes to implementing and promoting sustainability in events. “To innovate, and to create.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Meeting Professional Continuing Education Includes Sustainability Certification Meeting professionals are taking sustainability more seriously than ever before. Since 2022, they have offered the Sustainable Event Professional Certificate (SEPC). Maritz is a leader in the events industry’s sustainability efforts.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

We are beyond the halfway point as an industry in prioritizing sustainability, if you go by the 14th Global Forecast from Amex GBT Meetings & Events forecast. Nearly double the percentage of Meetings Market Survey respondents — 60 percent vs. 31 percent in 2023 — are including sustainability requirements in their RFPs.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

Add to that the fact that we have been talking about how to throw green events for years, and you’d be forgiven for feeling a little overwhelmed with the ever-growing sustainability checklist. Whether it is bottles of water or cans of soda, there can be a lot of waste produced just keeping your attendees hydrated. The Amount of Paper.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 6, 2024

This approach, when executed with sincerity, enriches the event experience, fosters a positive atmosphere and promotes lasting impacts on attendees’ lifestyles. Collaborate with local suppliers for fresh, sustainably sourced ingredients. Collaborate with local suppliers for fresh, sustainably sourced ingredients.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 17, 2022

A new tool could help measure and prioritize sustainability efforts at meetings. The sustainability tool builds on Gate4, an ISO-certified carbon reporting method developed last year by Advito , a subsidiary of BCD Travel. “We Read More: New Collaborative Course Offers Tips for Easy Sustainable Travel .

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Smart Meetings

JULY 18, 2022

Hawaii Convention Center (HCC) is launching a first-of-its-kind program that ties restoring native trees to the island during meetings—for both in-person and virtual attendees. Putting Sustainability in Action. Read More: How IMEX Frankfurt Answered Critical Questions for a Sustainable Event.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2023

As a result, Events Industry Council (EIC) updated its standards in 2022 to enhance sustainable practices across the events industry. Additionally, EIC introduced a new certification for event professionals interested in promoting sustainability and social impact in their organizations and global business events.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 16, 2019

And even obtaining a certificate of insurance for the event. . According to their testimonials, someone canceled an event after “ten inches of rain fell, State Highway closed and attendees could not get to the venue.” . How to Get a Certificate of Insurance for an Event? The different types of event insurance.

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Traveler's Q

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The Code BEAM America 2025 at Marines’ Memorial Club & Hotel helps attendees learn about emerging technologies. The event showcases specialized tracks including AI, Climate & Sustainability, and the Tech Industry. Attendees can learn about renewable integration and carbon reduction strategies.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2023

This growth brings both ample opportunities and new challenges as planners work to accommodate an influx of attendees while booking, planning and executing events. Technology solutions like wellness apps or gamification elements can help attendees stay aware of their wellness at a meeting.

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Endless Events

JUNE 14, 2018

Something often overlooked when booking hotel blocks for conferences are hotel amenities for conference attendees. We have gathered a variety of the best hotel amenities for conference attendees to look for when finding the right hotel for your next conference. Today we will show you how to do just that! Amazing Views. Bike Rentals.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Virginia Beach’s agricultural industry tells a story beyond economics Every morning David Trimmer wakes up thinking about the viability, sustainability and growth of the agricultural industry in Virginia Beach. Williamson and her team work directly with the convention center’s sustainability coordinator, Kimberlee Dobbins.

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Travel Daily Media

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The post MEETINGS achieves carbon zero certification appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. Business Events Industry Aotearoa Limited’s MEETINGS 2023 – New Zealand’s largest trade show for the business events sector – has been awarded Toitū net carbonzero certification.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 30, 2023

Attendees will also expect that planners are thinking ahead about the impact the event will have in the future. The LEED Platinum Oregon Convention Center (OCC) guarantees that you will have a sustainable event. Their objective is to create the lowest environmental impact event possible for planners and attendees.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 22, 2024

How many attendees do you produce those badges for? But in recent years, sustainability has grown from a niche topic to a central focus in the industry. many of our past sustainability articles linked throughout, if you want to learn more about other areas of sustainable planning. What about your event badges?

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The MICE Blog

AUGUST 12, 2024

Lobby at InterContinental Berlin Sustainability at InterContinental Berlin Along with its extensive renovations, InterContinental Berlin has also focused on implementing major sustainability practices. I asked him about the sustainability initiatives implemented during the renovation.

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Endless Events

APRIL 6, 2018

The upside is convenience and providing quick support to attendees. Sustained Engagement Should Be Your Focus. This is why sustained engagement has become the preferred strategy for many top brands. Here’s a guide to help you build your own sustained engagement approach, so you can up your game. Grab it here !

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2023

One session introduced the CMP certification. The CMP certification has greatly promoted and shaped my professional development,” she says. She says, “We are all working hard to be sustainable, to not waste resources and to make processes easier through digitization.” she recalls.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 30, 2023

A quest to find sustainable event experts leads to an emerging wine region in California’s Central Coast It’s not your imagination. Finding destinations, hotels and convention centers that had taken the steps to earn LEED certification was the new gold standard in sourcing partnerships. Green meetings are here to stay.

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The MICE Blog

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

There’s a lot happening in Stuttgart right now, especially in its transformation into a leading destination for sustainable events. It drew over 2000 participants dedicated to sustainable urban development. The hotel has a strong commitment to sustainability through its Gold DEHOGA sustainability certification.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Talk around sustainability is rising as well, she says. She shared examples of yoga sessions, mindful workshops and quiet spaces, all of which help attendees destress and recharge. When attendees have more time in-between sessions, she says, they can better digest information and enjoy an event that feels meaningful and purposeful.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 4, 2022

This hotel encompasses the full spirit of southern charm and offers regionally sourced menus full of classic Southern foods that will ensure your attendees are happy and full. . of meeting space and 23 meeting rooms, The Grand Hotel is a premier destination in the south for history buffs and meeting attendees alike. . of meeting space.

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Now more than ever, sustainability is top of mind for event planners because it’s a top priority for event attendees. It doesn’t matter if you’re hosting a team summit, client meet-and-greet, or large trade show — attendees want to participate in events prioritizing a safe, healthy planet. 1 priority, and 31.2%

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Always strive to create a wonderful experience for your attendees and last but not least…maintain work-life balance by routinely taking the time to experience all the wonderful places and memories we get to go to and create. I would say try and gain as much experience in as many areas as you can. Then, provide the extras that show you care.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 28, 2022

But a growing attendee segment at IMEX America in Las Vegas was looking for a more intentionally healthy experience. And Two-minute Moves held between sessions in the Inspiration Hub turned attendees into action figures. Participants tracked steps and earned points for eating plant-based food or taking a walking tour using an app.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Many years ago, her company instituted a sustainability program for the National Bakery Association, which, she said, “went okay, but we didn’t have near the level of participation that we had hoped. An innovation first spotted many years ago, these are spaces where exhibitors and other attendees can come and be among their peers.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 6, 2022

12 for the building’s soft opening, attendees will find several eye-catching spaces, including a living wall at the entrance lined with planters. Savory and Sustainable. What the two locations have in common is a commitment to fresh, creative catering and environmental sustainability. Summit Expansion. A colorful, 58,000 sq.

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Traveler's Q

JUNE 5, 2024

Today’s corporate landscape demands engagement and environmental consciousness, presenting a unique opportunity to blend creativity with sustainability. Eco-Friendly Venues and Locations Choosing the right venue is crucial for underscoring your event’s sustainable ethos.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 16, 2023

The Greater Miami and Miami Beach region is also making great strides in sustainability practices. For meeting planners who are looking to include sustainable elements in their events, there are various recent efforts to consider. It is focused on enhancements including energy-efficient lighting, ventilation and air conditioning.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Encore Global hosted “Break Free, a journey of transformation” which invited guests to take part in an interactive survey focused on the sustainability efforts at IMEX while touching all the senses in a dramatic LED-enhanced space. The Smart Meetings team was on the expo floor getting updates and sharing snapshots of the action.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 7, 2022

And we know as you’re working on behalf of your clients, they’re going to ask you questions about how safe attendees will be, what type of livability situations they will be walking into and we want you to know I’m really happy with the progress we have made.”. Next-level Meeting Venues.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

A New, $150-Million Downtown Design By 2025, the experience that greets attendees just a few blocks outside that convention center will feel new, too, with an overhauled 1.25-mile When the reimagining project is complete, attendees will enjoy even more opportunities to relax and enjoy the city’s 300-plus days of annual sunshine.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Before that was just basically PowerPoint, that’s it” “I’d say you see more hosting concierge services, more attendees services now than you would have 10 years ago”, adds Dustin. “So I can see this being something that could exist within agencies and production houses” In Comes Sustainability.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Instead of advertising its brand, Amazon chose to use its naming rights to spotlight its pledge to reach net-zero carbon emissions by calling the Seattle venue Climate Pledge Arena — just one example how sustainability has become top of mind for organizations and consumers. Michael Dyerland/Visit Seattle). ” — Shawna McKinley.

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