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A Unique Meetings Consolidation Model Grows

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Predictions of a mass consolidation of the meetings industry have been swirling since the World Health Organization started advising lockdowns in early 2020 to “smooth the curve” of what was then known as novel coronavirus. Partnership Benefits. Newest Acquisition. The Future.

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3 Extreme Accessibility Experts Share Their Accommodation Mandates

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Designing accessible events topped almost all meetings industry event agendas in 2024, but few planners understand what is required to make everyone feel welcome even as equal access moves from the desired to the required column in their job descriptions. Her father had cerebral palsy, which brought its own needs.

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Best of 2024: Health and Wellness

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Neuroinclusion: Events for Everyone The term neuroinclusion builds on the concept of neurodiversitythe understanding that neurological differences are not pathological but simply differences in cognitionto incorporate the understanding that neurodiversity will always exist in an audience into event design. Alone in the Crowd?

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How Top Meeting Profs Give Thanks

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Smart Meetings reached out to our esteemed editorial advisory board to ask what they are grateful for during this transition year and how they demonstrate it personally and professionally. Global General Manager, Maritz Global Events. Director of Meetings, MGMA. Eduardo Chaillo. Megan Finnell.

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Top Global Event Trends for 2024: Embracing Innovation and Diversity

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The Rise of AI in Event Planning AI is rapidly becoming a game-changer in the event planning industry. But beyond these technical benefits, AI has the potential to enhance cultural inclusivity and diversity in corporate events. Request a proposal now and let us help you create an event that truly stands out.

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Together, We Can Do Hard Things 

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A special message in advance of Global Meetings Industry Day 2023 As we approach Global Meetings Industry Day 2023 on March 30, we’re going to talk a lot about the economic value of meetings. We felt it in the surge of events flooding back in 2022. Don’t know everyone’s sentiments?

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FICP Annual Elevated Conversation Around Meaning

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Financial and insurance industry meeting planners face complex demands. Many plan both internal and customer events, incentive trips and sales meetings. To meet these evolving challenges, a record number gathered at the reimagined Sheraton Denver Downtown for the 2024 FICP Annual Conference this week.

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