Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Leroux, who has more than 25 years of experience working in the creative industry, joins the team following her tenure as SVP, creative director at August Jackson, where she led events and communications across global biopharma and consulting firm accounts. She then moved into the not-for-profit sector before joining Cairns Convention Centre.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 3, 2023

Formerly a postgraduate in public relations and advertising, working with technology clients as a PR executive, a vacation to the Cayman Islands was all it took to change Pereira’s career trajectory forever. “I Moving from one working world to another, Pereira emphasizes the importance of communication.

Event Planning 246

Event Planning Advertising Public Relations Hospitality 246

Smart Meetings

APRIL 27, 2021

From a focus on flexibility to communication and advocacy for the local community, these go-getters grew stronger and wiser. Following, in their own words are their stories of growing more flexible, resilient advocates for their communities who are now armed with an understanding of the importance of communication and humanity.

Tourism 279

Tourism Tourism Communications Communications 279

Advanced Travel and Tourism

AUGUST 22, 2023

In the dynamic landscape of modern marketing, effective communication among different organizational departments is vital to achieving coherent and impactful campaigns. Here we’ll delve into the ways a content plan can captivate communication between social media marketing, digital ads, the CEO, PR department, and the sales team.

Marketing 130

Marketing Marketing Social Media Communications 130

Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 17, 2024

Heather Kirksey and Jason Lusk Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) has promoted Heather Kirksey to vice president of public relations, corporate events and membership. In her new role, Kirksey will lead the membership and events team, in addition to the organization’s public relations department.

Public Relations 52

Public Relations Promotion Hospitality Tourism 52

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Before joining the organization, she worked as operations coordinator for Veterans United Home Loans, based in Columbia, Missouri. Shircel has been on Visit Mesa’s communications team for two years, most recently as its media relations specialist. Scarborough previously worked as coordinator of visitor marketing for Visit Mesa.

Public Relations 245

Public Relations Hospitality Management Communications 245

DCI

AUGUST 17, 2023

Destinations International promotes qualitative measurements in its latest Public Relations Measurement Guidelines Handbook for Destination Organizations. Communicators must reassess how they set their own destination-specific goals and gauge success by opting to include more qualitative PR measurements into their evaluations.

Public Relations 74

Public Relations Advertising Communications Communications 74

Advanced Travel and Tourism

AUGUST 22, 2023

In the dynamic landscape of modern marketing, effective communication among different organizational departments is vital to achieving coherent and impactful campaigns. Here we’ll delve into the ways a content plan can captivate communication between social media marketing, digital ads, the CEO, PR department, and the sales team.

Marketing 100

Marketing Marketing Social Media Communications 100

Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Speakers and attendees will exchange ideas on Net Zero and the role of green transformation in tourism development, thereby proposing solutions to achieve green transformation and develop Net Zero tourism in the tourism industry. Domestic exhibitors make up 77%, while international exhibitors account for 23%.

Seminar 101

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Interface Tourism Spain

AUGUST 1, 2023

During the pandemic, Interface Tourism drew up a plan to develop a pan-european structure and a unique mix of services to create a completely new approach to tourism marketing and communications that is perfectly adapted to the needs of destinations and travel brands in today’s context. The credo of HOPSCOTCH?

Tourism 52

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Highlight the organization behind your show and any societies or affiliated associations involved with it. For products, a “certified by” line with the name of a well-known, standard-setting organization instantly adds credibility and creates trust. (See “Benefits Over Features” below for more.) Go with the crowd. Make it certifiable.

Marketing 98

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DCI

MARCH 22, 2023

Since 2016, DCI’s annual Talent Wars research has become a sought-after study for organizations tasked with marketing their community to attract new residents and is the foundation of many campaigns.  Patience brings almost nine years of place-marketing experience to this new role.

Public Relations 87

Public Relations Website Speakers Tourism 87

Convene by PCMA

MAY 1, 2024

Selena Coles Visit Williamsburg has named Selena Coles as its new public relations specialist. Coles’ responsibilities include media relations, promoting Visit Williamsburg’s initiatives and attractions to a global audience, and collaborating on developing strategic communications plans.

Public Relations 52

Public Relations Sports Sustainability Promotion 52

Smart Meetings

JANUARY 1, 2019

Smart Meetings contacted Sharlet Brennan, a content marketing consultant and president of Brennan Communications, for tips on how to leverage all that traffic for events. More often, companies are dealing with tragedies ranging from public relations scandals to natural disasters. Risk Management. That’s a mistake,” Burns says.

Social Media 279

Social Media Media Consulting Sponsors 279

Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 30, 2021

The World Pet Association’s open, honest, and empathetic communication leading up to SuperZoo 2021 led to a high-energy event — even for the pets. We channeled our certainty into a communications strategy that would instill confidence into our audience. Courtesy WPA). Produced by?World World Pet Association (WPA).

Public Relations 98

Public Relations Events Communications Communications 98

Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

It’s imperative that event organizers work more closely with customers to facilitate deeper connections and create opportunities that allow them to further their objectives. Communicate Who’s Coming We don’t do a good enough job of positioning our attendees as the product we’re selling to our exhibitors.

Marketing 59

Marketing Marketing Public Relations B2B 59

Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 12, 2023

He encourages organizers to thread networking opportunities throughout the event experience rather than confining them to networking lounges or receptions. What should organizers be doing now? To delight attendees, you must know what makes them tick. Does anyone really need another water bottle, notepad, or plastic tchotchke?

Logistics 105

Logistics Public Relations Events B2B 105

Convene by PCMA

JULY 15, 2021

Fulvi has served as president and CEO since 2018, when he joined the organization from VisitPITTSBURGH. Visit Salt Lake (VSL) has appointed Ryan Mack as its director of media and communications to support VSL’s mission and promote Salt Lake as a travel destination for tourism and conventions.

Public Relations 52

Public Relations Communications Communications Promotion 52

Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Yes to all of the above, according to Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes, CEM, president of the marketing and public relations firm, mdg, who offered 20 real-world examples of personalization in her presentation, “ Facilitating Curated Event Experiences: How Thinking Small Delivers Big Returns ,” at Convening Leaders 2024.

Attendee 116

Attendee Trade Show Registration Certification 116

DCI

MAY 25, 2023

As college graduates from around the world, they have a few key messages – pardon the marketing lingo – for you as you consider your first career move, whether it’s in destination marketing, or marketing communications more broadly. Don’t be afraid to boomerang back to a previous employer.

Marketing 77

Marketing Marketing Public Relations Tourism 77

Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 19, 2024

There’s a growing appetite for more customized and curated attendee experiences that create a sense of community and connection. Most event organizers, however, aren’t doing enough to cater to individuals or smaller interest groups that make up larger events. Target your marketing. specifically for cloud infrastructure professionals.

Prospect 52

Prospect Public Relations B2B Audience 52

DCI

JULY 25, 2022

In the summer of 2020, the death of George Floyd sparked a movement that has reverberated throughout every community and industry in the U.S. As we reflect on the past two years, five themes emerged as action items for economic development organizations and destination marketing organizations to consider in their DE&I efforts. .

Public Relations 70

Public Relations Organization Tourism Tourism 70

Convene by PCMA

MARCH 10, 2022

Monica Freire, congress department director of Iberia region, AIM Group International, has been re-elected to the Council of IAPCO (the International Association of Professional Congress Organizers) for the 2022-2023 term. Paul Pettas has been promoted to the role of vice president, brand and communications for Sodexo Live.

Public Relations 52

Public Relations Sports Communications Communications 52

Stova

JUNE 30, 2023

While organizing a remarkable event is essential, effective marketing strategies play a vital role in maximizing attendance and creating buzz around your event. Craft Compelling Messaging To entice potential attendees, you need to communicate the value and unique selling points of your event effectively.

Registration 52

Registration Marketing Marketing Social Media 52

Motivation Excellence

MAY 12, 2020

It also means that these employees are connected to their organizations. Employees also need the company to share information, share a common vision and goals, effectively communicate with them and trust them. Worker engagement has to do with how involved an employee is in advancing the goals of her organization.

Communications 130

Communications Communications Human Resources Organization 130

Bizzaboo

APRIL 19, 2023

Your event message should communicate the benefits of attending your event and answer the question: “What’s in it for me?” Not being able to communicate the value proposition through your marketing efforts is a sign that the event content must be better organized and articulated. Track your results with KPIs.

Event Marketing 98

Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Social Media 98

Social Tables

JULY 31, 2018

In this guest post, Accelevents co-founder and COO Zach Hagopian breaks down the five most crucial tips he’s learned from his own experience organizing an annual event in Boston. I even organize my own annual fundraiser, hosting over 1,000 attendees every year to support cancer research and treatment. Sponsorship. Fundraising.

Sponsors 149

Sponsors Logistics Vendor Events 149

Endless Events

DECEMBER 16, 2019

“When it became time to network, the event organizers suggested going up to someone with the same colored dot on their name tag as me. So because of my background, I have a degree in public relations, but also just in my years of experience in New York and whatever, I know how to tell a story. “I’m a nerd.

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Networking Events Conference Platform 194

Tourism eSchool

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

You can attract your Ideal Customers without a strong brand, however it makes your marketing efforts so much easier and more successful if you have a clear and consistently communicated brand message throughout your business. Public Relations (including Famils) and Advertising. What elements make up a Brand?

Tourism 93

Tourism Tourism Social Media Website 93

Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 4, 2023

of organizers point to in-person events as their top marketing channel , it’s time for businesses to listen, invest, and innovate. In-person conferences and events are the most impactful marketing channel, which means event organizers need the bodies, buy-in, budget, and tools to execute unforgettable experiences. from 10.2%

B2B 59

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Convene by PCMA

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

It’s become more challenging for DMOs to maintain their funding, according to the DestinationNEXT 2023 Futures Study , as local governments are increasingly diverting funds to pay for broader community needs. Taking that approach, he said, would mean “losing that local connection and the experts who know how to do meetings and events.”

Media 52

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 8, 2024

A strong brand communicates professionalism and can instill confidence in potential sponsors, leading to increased revenue opportunities. Email: Email marketing is an effective way to communicate with your attendees before, during, and after the event. Use branded signage that incorporates your event logo, colors, and messaging.

Conference 105

Conference Social Media Sponsors Registration 105

Eventtia

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Creating positive press coverage is one of the best ways to build public awareness and enhance your brand reputation. Where advertising works to get your brand known, public relations (PR) tells your brand story, shaping public perception. Event organizers can list and promote their events and view sales and statistics.

SEO 62

SEO Social Media Public Relations Social Network 62

DCI

APRIL 20, 2022

DCI’s public relations team recently secured several top-tier stories in the Atlanta Black Star and Travel Noire , to name a few, featuring multiple client communities that are accelerating inclusive career opportunities, celebrating Black culture, and prioritizing the attraction and retention of Black and diverse talent. .

Public Relations 70

Public Relations Culture Media Communications 70

Convene by PCMA

JULY 26, 2021

Editor’s note: PCMA Groundbreakers is an initiative honoring industry trailblazers who represent diverse sectors of the business events community, recognizing those who have made a significant contribution to their organizations and to programs that advance inclusion and equity. A Big Delta’ in Tech.

Human Resources 98

Human Resources Networking Public Relations Social Media 98

DCI

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Development Counsellors International (DCI) is pleased to announce that Kayla Leska has been promoted to vice president of public relations within its Tourism Practice. During the last decade, Kayla has crafted strategic communications plans and implemented tactical programs for U.S. Congratulations, Kayla!

Public Relations 91

Public Relations Promotion Tourism Tourism 91

Social Tables

JULY 31, 2018

In this guest post, Accelevents co-founder and COO Zach Hagopian breaks down the five most crucial tips he’s learned from his own experience organizing an annual event in Boston. I even organize my own annual fundraiser, hosting over 1,000 attendees every year to support cancer research and treatment.

Sponsors 97

Sponsors Logistics Vendor Events 97