The MICE Blog

MARCH 27, 2025

After the main contact left the DMC, communication was initially bumpy, leaving the organization without a Saturday evening venue. The team transported equipment directly by van on setup day. Alongside common translation tools, the team often used Teams to quickly clarify any ambiguities. At IMEX Koepelkerk venue was recommended.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 20, 2024

If you were unable to join in person, fear not—we’ve curated the top takeaways from the presentation for you to take into consideration when planning your next meeting or event. If you communicate your vision in as detailed a way as possible, your AV vendor should be able to provide you with exactly what you need.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

But it’s important to treat virtual meetings with the same professionalism you would any in-person presentation. And because they are viewed on screen, your nonverbal communication is just as important as the message you prepare. Consistent, engaged eye contact is essential to communicating. Let’s dive in: 1.

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Endless Events

APRIL 1, 2022

Finding, pitching, and keeping event sponsors is not a gamble – it’s a process that event planners need to carefully prepare for. When event planners can present their potential event sponsors with such data and ROI opportunities, they’re much more likely to find and keep strategic partners for the long run.

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Endless Events

APRIL 30, 2021

Choosing a hybrid event venue presents its own set of challenges. How will food preparation work? It’s funneling all your content, communication, and it’s the primary tool to figure out your ROI. It’s no longer just about the experience taking place on-site. What’s the capacity? Technology.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 31, 2018

This could leave a bad taste in the mouth of your would-be attendees unless you manage the communications right. Biteable, for example, allows you to create video ads and presentations through templates. The Different Remote Communication Styles to Use. There are many situations wherein remote communication applies.

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Endless Events

MAY 19, 2020

This year we will see this start to change and a focus on solutions to the increased need for event security in the form of crisis communications, cybersecurity and improvements in onsite security. Strategic Crisis Communications . Everyone at events as a role to play when it comes to crisis communications. And they are right!

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Endless Events

MAY 1, 2020

Preparations for your event might be in full swing, but there are still virtual event concerns you must address! Communicate! Chances are, you prepared a good marketing strategy for your virtual event that includes steps to take pre-event. Presenters Being Poor Engagers. Here at Endless, we’ve been on a quest.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The definition of “risk” has grown beyond the traditional definitions of financial, operational, reputational and security issues meeting professionals checked off their list as they prepared to bring people together in days of old. That includes hotel front-desk staff, the communications team in your company and any contractors on-site.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 6, 2025

Heres what you need to focus on: Vendor Management: Select reliable vendors for catering, audiovisual equipment, and other conference management services, and establish clear communication channels. Registration and Check-In: Streamline the registration process to minimize wait times and provide a warm welcome to attendees.

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Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 4, 2024

We’re sharing this free post-event report template to give you more time to spend on analysis instead of figuring out how to present the data to your team. Multi-day events present a unique opportunity to improve your event before it’s even over. Question Type: Yes-no Preparation is a key element to any presentation’s success.

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Endless Events

JUNE 29, 2020

Will we adapt to a new way of marketing and communications? As per an analysis presented by Ernst and Young (EY), 94% of brands aim at exploring the sector of digital IPs for the purpose of improved consumer attraction and retention in the new normal. Customize communication. And will virtual events be the new normal?

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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.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Include all planning meetings into your event timeline so everyone can add them to their calendar and prepare in advance. Be sure to give your speakers the rundown on what they need to know for their presentations. Create emergency & crisis communication plans. Meals – Communicate times with your catering staff!

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Doesn’t hurt to ask, but similar to asking for a discount, be prepared to offer something in return. These can make it easier for speakers to manage their time and give a more effective presentation. A rider is a set of requirements that talent or a speaker may require to do their performance or presentation.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 5, 2022

Their national meeting development and brand communication expertise, along with a substantial existing vendor network, allowed the team to smoothly shift to helping Indiana vaccinate its community. Event on Ivy Tech Community College campus in Sellersburg; Photo credit: Courtney Cantor. Transitioning the Mission.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 11, 2018

There’s a real beauty to live events because nothing beats face to face communication. Nothing can bring such high emotions and positive associations to your brand than real and true communication. Prepare ahead of time. What format should presentations be in? Nothing can show your product better than a demonstration.

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The MICE Blog

JANUARY 15, 2024

Over 80 students fill positions in marketing, communications, PR, legal, finance, administration, content, brands and so on and work on this event almost full time and voluntarily, for which they receive study credits. This role plays a vital part in coordinating communication among all teams. I travelled to St.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

There are dozens of other elements that can present a threat to the safety and security of your event! Because if something goes wrong, you want to make sure they are able to communicate with their loved ones. Crisis Communications For Events. ” Why Crisis Communications Matter In Event Safety. Who To Talk To?

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 19, 2021

Communication-skills specialist Kerri Garbis explains how to prepare speakers to present effectively for both virtual and in-person attendees. What’s more, as in-person meetings come back, presenters may have both an in-person and virtual audience, which requires a more nuanced set of skills.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 2, 2021

Now they are preparing to expand to larger groups. “We People meet to connect, communicate and improve their business. We are preparing for a better world after we come out of this,” she said. People really love The Cosmopolitan brand, which can only be fully experienced by being present at the resort.

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Endless Events

MARCH 9, 2018

Communication is also bound to see a shift, and the role of speakers and influencers will increase. The challenge right now is to find a way to better streamline and integrate these different technologies, as well as to help companies prepare and use them properly. The events industry presents a great opportunity for personal growth.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

This year we will see this start to change and a focus on solutions to the increased need for event security in the form of crisis communications, cybersecurity and improvements in onsite security. Strategic Crisis Communications . Everyone at events as a role to play when it comes to crisis communications. And they are right!

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

In the virtual space, this could involve XR avatars “meeting” in virtual breakout rooms, or communicating through a multi-participant instant messenger or video chat. Present unique and thought-provoking content. With these tips under your belt, you’ll be prepared to make your next hybrid event a huge success.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

He said, “I don’t think I can even do the meeting where I was supposed to present in four hours.” When I go through my presentation, I ask a series of 10 questions. Next, communicate with the venue about their emergency procedures. And one thing I always emphasize is communication. What we can do is be prepared.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

However, we had all this content prepared for the conference we had intended to have in person. We had keynote presenters who had full presentations ready to go. This allowed the speaker to be there chatting as well because they weren’t presenting live, which added a little bit more engagement.

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Endless Events

JUNE 10, 2022

Event professionals have to come to follow-up meetings after events well-prepared. Don’t forget to include your vendors in this exercise as well, especially if they are also present during the event. Or it can also be some missing support for your staff like lack of supplies or time to prepare. Begin with your successes.

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Endless Events

JULY 6, 2021

I had them in some of my presentations years ago because they were using drones as pixels and making full displays in the sky with drones. If your audience is clearly falling asleep during a certain presenter’s speech, that presenter might not be invited back next time or you can cut them a little short.”

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Endless Events

MARCH 18, 2022

To measure event ROI, event data needs to be analyzed and accurately presented. Event platforms are not just a communication tool, they also represent infinite space. Instead, they can host a community throughout the year , which in turn boosts engagement levels , consistently exposes captive audiences to sponsors, and more.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Destinations that make you want to unplug Staying connected to technology and committing to constant communication can feel as though its pertinent to incentive recipients and corporate retreat attendees.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 19, 2021

To be fallible and prepared means that I don’t have to react defensively and can respond in the present moment from a place of connection and responsibility (at least some of the time—I still struggle with this, of course). Bonus if you can also identify a positive or negative bias that is present in your choices. Unconscious.

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Endless Events

JUNE 21, 2019

“It’s working smarter, not necessarily working more” In the end, it’s all about communication and understanding the other person. . “Unravelling some of the myths of taking a leadership role” also arises as an important strategy. “It’s about prioritizing”, she adds.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

I gained so many insights from working with Meryl Evans in preparation for her Convening Leaders 2022 session, “Demystifying Accessibility: How to Make Sure Your Events and Experiences are Inclusive and Inviting.” Meryl is a deaf lipreader who also uses transcripts to communicate. Aim to over-communicate and prepare.

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Meeting Tomorrow

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

In communications there’s an unwritten rule. And that rule is, any audience of any size will lend their time and attention, their feedback, and in many cases – their resources, in exchange for expert insight, ahead of the curve ideas and solid advice, if delivered through a flawless presentation. Be prepared. Know your audience.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 19, 2021

Like, hey, this is going to be a great presentation for you because I’m going to solve a problem that I know you have”, says Phil. You’ve got to figure out how do I communicate?” And by nature of the way he talks, he gets hundreds of questions during a presentation.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 22, 2024

In 2016, ASAE presented him with the Key Award, which honors CEOs who demonstrate exceptional leadership and a commitment to voluntary membership associations. With this experience, he is well-prepared to successfully lead the reopening of British Colonial. In 2022, he was named HSMAI General Manager of the Year for South Florida.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

What are some of the best ways to indicate and present different aspects of ROI?” And if there’s any skill that you need to perfect, it’s communication and writing. ” “Be thoughtful about how you’re presenting information,” she adds. This will help you for life.

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