Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 17, 2018
Site selection often focuses on the things we can see—ballroom size, architecture, even how well the carpets match the theme. Get attendees involved by taking them to a Cajun dance hall, such as Mulate’s , for French-inspired gumbos and accordion-fueled zydeco. But some cities are going the extra mile to engage all the senses.
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 10, 2023
These events usually last three to four days, and when you add on travel time, attendees may be gone from their families for a week or longer. This can mean each attendee must find someone to care for their children or ask their spouse to do double duty while they are gone. Select a hotel or conference center with family suites.
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Smart Meetings
MAY 28, 2021
Cautious, Ready & Excited: Freeman’s Event Research Report, which has been gauging attendee and exhibitor sentiment every few months since the pandemic started, shows their Confidence Index rising from.75 ELI CEO Howard Givner will be moderating the panel and invited Smart Meetings to listen in on the pre-event prep call. 81 in April.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
A 7-Step Process A true process will go beyond RFP sourcing and site selection, contracting and negotiations. This iterative approach includes additional evaluations beyond post-event survey from attendees, and not only refines the planning process but also contributes to the industry’s collective growth and evolution.
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 23, 2021
Event safety has become a priority, if not for meeting planners, then for attendees. If you, your staff, or attendees are experiencing depression, anxiety or other strong emotions, professional help is available and worthwhile. His safety topics have included site selection, event safety, emergency operations and crisis communications.
Endless Events
JUNE 2, 2020
In fact, she’s meeting planners’ go-to expert in Canadian hotel site selection, helping hotel sales connect better with planners. Download our free virtual event planning checklist today and learn what you have to do every step of the way to create an unforgettable experience for tour attendees. Try going virtual!
MeetingsNet
JUNE 24, 2022
A new MeetingsNet survey finds nearly 70 percent of planners expect fewer attendees on site due to high airfares, while nearly 60 percent have narrowed their destination options due to potential air delays and cancellations. percent of respondents said they expect to see fewer attendees at their upcoming events.
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