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DECEMBER 26, 2023

As we plan for 2024, mdg’s team of experts is resolving to make the most of the new trends and technologies that will help us identify, reach, and attract new audiences to trade shows and conferences. “I But unlike the negative disruptors that characterized previous years (COVID, record inflation, supply chain issues, etc.),

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JANUARY 19, 2023

I will continue to inject humanity into the campaigns I help to create.” — Kacia Reilly, group director, creative While the majority of the events we market are B2B, we are not marketing to businesses. Plus, when you have multiple influencers sharing the same message, it is hard to ignore just how exciting your event is going to be. “I

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Ninety-five percent of B2B buyers said they wanted shorter, highly visual content. As such, it’s imperative that we use images to highlight the timeliest trends, newest technologies, most buzz-worthy product launches, and hottest speakers to convince prospects they need to attend this year or be prepared to suffer from a serious case of FOMO.

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Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Travel trends have also undergone significant changes In the welcoming speech at the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Nguyen Van Dung, highlighted that the tourism trend linked to environmental protection, natural resource conservation, and cultural heritage preservation is essential for the sustainable development of the tourism industry.

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JANUARY 12, 2023

As early as 2015, a Microsoft Digital Trends report found that nearly half of consumers were more likely to engage with digital experiences that offered seamless integration with their physical world, signaling a shift in how consumers expect the physical and digital worlds to blend. Technology must be executed with greater intention.

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AUGUST 7, 2023

and ‘What are 10 trends that are changing the landscape of [insert industry]?’ we can gain a better understanding of that industry’s general landscape and its public perception. .” — Clinton Hall , Web Developer “AI is a useful tool for uncovering strategic insights.

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MAY 19, 2023

New Audiences, New Preferences Freeman’s Q1 2023 Trend Report revealed there’s been a paradigm shift since 2019: In a span of only 18 months, the average age of B2B event goers dropped from 51 to 45. As event audiences trend younger and evolve overall, it’s more important than ever to choose our words wisely.

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APRIL 30, 2024

She feeds off of it, taking the user-generated content fans provide — e.g., friendship bracelets, elaborate theories, and unifying TikTok trends — to amplify her reach around the world. Keep a finger on the pulse of trends and embrace new initiatives that can enhance your event experiences.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Animated ads featuring new exhibitors’ logos, emails about industry trends that tie into solutions at the show, and similar tactics provide credibility and underscore the value of the overall event experience. On the Web Download Freeman’s “ 2024 Attendee Intent and Behavior ” trends report.

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Motivation Excellence

JANUARY 26, 2019

You’ll need to reflect on your brand and its goals, your optimal customers and their habits, and the current trends in your industry. Even if you primarily conduct business-to-business (B2B) marketing, you should still spend time researching your clients’ needs. The number of sales you get from public relations.

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JUNE 30, 2022

And while values-based marketing may often be reactive to current events or societal trends, it should also be employed proactively. workforce, and here’s what we know about them, according to the 5W Public Relations 2020 Consumer Culture Report: 83 percent want companies to align with their values. Millennials?are

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AUGUST 25, 2023

And what should event and association marketers take from this trend? Nadia Bennet is a copywriter at mdg , A Freeman Company, a full-service marketing and public relations firm specializing in B2B events. But what makes members shell out what can be big bucks to join these communities?

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NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes is president and chief marketing strategist at mdg , a Freeman Company, a full-service marketing and public relations firm specializing in B2B events. On the Web Download the Freeman Trends Report Ken Holsinger is senior vice president of strategy at Freeman.

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JANUARY 19, 2024

These could be focused on certain audience niches, visitors from a certain country/region, bringing concepts from education sessions to life or how trends are manifesting themselves in product offerings. Consider offering … Docent-led tours of the exhibit hall. Pre-event meetup opportunities.

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DECEMBER 4, 2023

We have seen significant ROI using influencer marketing for B2B events like SUPERZOO, the national show for pet retailers, and Grace Hopper Celebration, a series of conferences for women in computing — upward of 284 percent based on what was spent on the campaign and earned media value.

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JUNE 28, 2024

Ben McRae is senior director of web strategy at mdg , a Freeman Company, a full-service marketing and public relations firm specializing in B2B events. Work with a web specialist to modernize your conversion-tracking strategy in this new analytics landscape, so that you’re not caught with your hand stuck in the cookie jar.

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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. Marketers have embraced data-driven personalization, automation, and the growing power of influencers, among other key trends. 2024 has certainly been event ful year.

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MARCH 18, 2024

Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes is president and chief marketing strategist at mdg , A Freeman Company, a full-service marketing and public relations firm specializing in B2B events. At mdg, we commit to a three-year outlook for significant strategic change, giving ourselves the flexibility to course-correct or pivot as we go.

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JULY 28, 2024

Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes is president and chief marketing strategist at mdg , A Freeman Company, a full-service marketing and public relations firm specializing in B2B events. This will help them feel valued and encourage them to return in future years.

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JANUARY 8, 2024

(Whatever Media Group) From Netflix recommendations to targeted emails, “we live in a world of mass personalization,” said Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes, CEM, president of mdg, a marketing and public relations firm specializing in B2B events.

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JULY 21, 2023

Anjia Nicolaidis is director of international strategy at mdg , A Freeman Company, a full-service marketing and public relations firm specializing in B2B events.

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DCI

JULY 19, 2021

Dariel Curren , Executive Vice President at DCI , recently spoke with The Place Brand Observer about how DMOs and EDOs can work together to attract talent to cities, states and countries, trends that will likely impact the work of destination leaders in the years ahead, overtourism, and much more.

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OCTOBER 31, 2022

Each edition of the largest industry event in the Western Hemisphere, which brings together 23,000 participants from all segments of the grain-based foods industry, reflects the most current trends, highlights the latest innovations, attracts the hottest celebrity chefs, and features new competitions, education sessions, and demo areas.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 10, 2024

According to The state of in-person B2B conferences report , 80.4% All Terrain Chicago, IL All Terrain pioneered experiential marketing well before it became a trend. Their unrivaled marketplace in B2B travel provides exceptional choice, value, and experiences. Looking for an event or experiential marketing agency in 2024?

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APRIL 20, 2023

Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes is president and chief marketing strategist at mdg , A Freeman Company, a full-service marketing and public relations firm specializing in B2B events.

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OCTOBER 13, 2024

While staying on top of trends can be time-consuming for your organization, it’s essential for creating content that resonates with your audience. Sara Fellows is director of social media at mdg , A Freeman Company, a full-service marketing and public relations firm specializing in B2B events.

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