Endless Events

OCTOBER 12, 2018

Don’t jump into live streaming because it seems like the hot new trend. If you hire a streaming vendor, they may send a technician to set up and take care of the box. Be sure to get the details of their server and speed before you finalize your vendor deal. Find a Vendor. Venue internet service. User’s internet service.

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Endless Events

JUNE 21, 2018

They need to know the strategies, evacuation procedures and communication methods that come from overseeing such a large volume of people. It’s vital you use the right vendors when planning a safe event so that you know the equipment, but also the setup is up to scratch. Excellent communication comes into play here too.

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Vendor Events Planner Certification 265

Bizzaboo

JANUARY 6, 2025

Business Conferences: These conferences focus on industry trends, networking opportunities, and professional development, enabling participants to stay updated on the latest advancements and connect with industry peers. Consider carbon offsetting to minimize the environmental impact of travel and transportation.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

They started having frank conversations with partners working on the next three years of events and vendors who had submitted RFPs, but had not been selected. “An Thanks to all the vendors, sponsors, student volunteers & speakers. Construction delays at America’s Center Convention Complex in St.

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Logistics Vendor Education Trade Show 314

Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Vendors will host virtual experiences to familiarize participants with their products, and some companies still plan to be on site. Sylvia Kindlain, account manager at ThinkInk Communications , believes that CES 2022 will be successful because of the number of precautions taken at the venue. See also : Meeting Safety Trends in 2022.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

Read More : 7 Business Travel Trends Set to Shape 2022. GBT suggested focusing on building internal team relationships at off-sites and within off-site programming, and having an active company communication channel that markets travel programming effectively. Mobile Careers, Culture and a Strategy That Endures.

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Motivation Excellence

JANUARY 26, 2019

An effective promotional campaign driven by a rock-solid marketing communications strategy helps make this connection. You’ll need to reflect on your brand and its goals, your optimal customers and their habits, and the current trends in your industry. The Make-Up of Marketing Communications.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 18, 2023

In practice that meant a robust lineup of think tanks and panel discussions on trends and deep dives into digital marketing by way of Adore founder and Creative Director Lisa Larson; environmental, social and governance priorities from Hilton Director of Sales Ava Setzer; and AI adaptations from Endless Events Chief Event Einstein Will Curran. “It

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Dana Communications

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Mindful destinations are communicating green initiatives through their websites, offering guests eco-conscious stays they can feel good about. Also, if you’re taking steps to be socially sound and helping the community by collaborating with local vendors, let that be known too. Let your potential guests know it.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Well, the problem here is that you settle and become complacent with your vendors, choosing the ones you’ve been working with forever. So it’s extremely important that you stay up to date with design trends , technology trends , and make a point to communicate your goals clearly.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 4, 2018

Y ou need to see into the future and stay ahead of the event trends that will inevitably make or break your business. Using a combination of research and survey data, we’ve rounded up the 18 most important trends set to hit planners, hotels and venues in 2018. Three Downward Trends for 2018. Better buckle up! HOW TO STAY AHEAD.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Soon enough you find yourself complacent not really thinking about why you’re hiring vendors and choosing the same ones over and over. We know when you find a great vendor you want to stick with them! You want to make sure you are still happy with the vendor’s services and getting what you deserve.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 10, 2023

On the other hand, many hotels, venues and vendors that we have worked with are understaffed as a result of the pandemic,” said Ramos. “We It would also be great to learn how to read and apply marketing trends. MCI Registration Specialist Mackenzie Ramos sees staffing as a major challenge happening now.

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Meeting Social Media Incentives Hospitality 236

Smart Meetings

APRIL 14, 2025

Hope Valentine Hope Valentine, president, CSI DMC and 2024 Smart Women in Meetings Industry Leader Award Winner : Planners often underestimate DMCs, viewing them as logistical vendors rather than strategic partners. Own the moment and communicate clearly and quickly -do not hide the issue. De-brief, learn and move on.

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Management Events Logistics Planner 130

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

An expanded exposition floor at Mandalay Bay Convention Center was brimming with activity Tuesday as an estimated 10,000 people flowed through hosted buyer appointments, education sessions and nearly 400 booths representing more than 180 countries, venues, technology vendors and suppliers. And almost a third were new since 2021.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

They recently launched Certified Sustainable Gatherings , an initiative to limit events’ environmental impact in six categories: waste reduction, low-emissions menus, vetted vendors, eco-conscious décor, elimination of single-use plastics and communications about conscious gatherings. Many of them just don’t know where to start.

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Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2023

Before we dig deeper into the discussion of individual errors, here are some big-picture strategies to help you avoid common event planning mistakes: Keep up with event planning trends and technological developments to stay ahead of the competition. Using a comprehensive check-in app to track attendees and communicate with event crew.

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Event Planning Rehearsal Vendor Social Media 141

Smart Meetings

MAY 13, 2022

At the local level, it is exciting to see new meeting and conference sectors emerge that engage a new market and heighten our ability to reach new visitors.”. – Mallory Snyder , vice president of communications and strategic development, Visit York County. “I’m I’m excited to see our industry return to normal!

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Social Tables

JANUARY 12, 2023

Planners work with vendors, suppliers, and venues to coordinate meal service, event staffing, negotiate pricing, and so much more. Pro planners are constantly on the lookout for exciting new event venues, vendor options, potential suppliers, and other resources. A keen eye is required for event planners who want to remain competitive.

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Planner Vendor Certification Event Planning 145

Social Tables

JULY 31, 2018

The marketing team will focus on event promotion , communicating with attendees and donors, and generating buzz around the big day or night. This team will get deep into the details in order to plan every piece — from searching for venues to working with vendors and sponsors. Vendors (decor, AV, F&B, security). Sponsorship.

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Sponsors Logistics Vendor Events 149

Smart Meetings

JUNE 15, 2024

Thousands of event professionals and leading third-party planners already rely on Reposite for their vendor sourcing needs and now they will be part of Cvent’s supplier discovery and coordination engine that sources more than $16 billion in 2023.

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Registration Meeting Proposal Trade Show 264

Endless Events

MAY 22, 2018

At the end of the day it's about fairness, whether you are the client or you are the vendor. Right now the BIG trend is non-traditional venues. We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you! JeffDV8 Click To Tweet. JeffDV8 Click To Tweet. Safety is a huge concern these days.

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Management Consulting Vendor Event Technology 174

Traveler's Q

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

This article will share expert tips and advice for using technology at your event, highlight the latest event tech trends, and provide a handy event tech checklist to make your next event a roaring success. The implementation of technology at events is rapidly growing, and it has become crucial to adapt to the changing trends.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

However, what happens when you realize your current event management software vendor is no longer meeting your needs? of organizers are either switching or planning to switch their event software vendors within the next year, underscoring the dynamic nature of this industry. We just ran our conference with a new vendor.

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Vendor Management B2B Training 59

Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 5, 2022

To zero in on what we can expect — from event technology predictions to what the biggest challenges will be — we reached out to some of the top Event Experience Leaders for their take on event industry trends to come. Want to skip straight to the insights and event industry trends from our top leaders? Chardia Christophe-Garcia.

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Trends Events Technology Technology 111

ITA Group

DECEMBER 16, 2021

5 Channel Trends & Program Impact Predictions for 2022. In turn, program updates also help vendors and brands create an improved customer experience. To help channel leaders prepare, ITA Group experts have identified five key trends for you to prioritize in 2022. Changing buyer needs and customer preferences.

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Trends Incentives Affiliate Training 76

MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

They can be tailored to your groups to better assess the experience of attendees, speakers, and vendors. Below are 29 sample questions you could ask your attendees, speakers, or vendors. Open ended) Sample Questions for Speakers/Presenters/Vendors • How would you rate your overall event experience?

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Vendor Event Apps Speakers Events 110

MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

A trend that the Covid pandemic started—a tidal wave of freelancers across all industries who focus on project work—appears to be a permanent feature throughout the U.S. In the proper environment, they can become long-time partners who are as valuable as outside vendors.” Communicate clearly. Use technology.

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Communications Communications Vendor Planner 98

Social Tables

JANUARY 17, 2018

Under this section of your list, you can add details such as research costs of rentals or negotiate a discount with vendors. A user-friendly tool like Social Tables’ Diagram can help you map it out and easily share your layout with clients and vendors. There are vendors to interview and select.

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Event Planning Logistics Vendor Social Media 137

Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 22, 2024

C) onsulted: Individuals (can be as many as 10) who will communicate and provide input or guidance to the person(s) responsible. A growing trend is to locate these in one central location. The matrix below provides a starting point for how the RACI could be applied to streamline communications and decision-making.

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Consulting Communications Communications Vendor 104

Stova

JANUARY 9, 2025

Grouping cybersecurity vendors next to cloud storage providers and IT management software exhibitors not only enhances attendees understanding of the tech stack but also positions these exhibitors as essential components of a cohesive solution. Imagine youre hosting a tech-focused trade show. In this way, businesses of all sizes thrive.

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Panel Event Apps Trade Show Networking 52

Endless Events

JULY 26, 2018

All the different aspects of your event’s structure should communicate the purpose of the event. You can find ways to project your event’s values through chatbots and the way they communicate, right down to recommending sessions that best match an attendee’s interests. Creates a robust network of like-minded vendors.

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Speakers Audience Event Apps Events 185

Eventtia

JANUARY 15, 2025

During the event executives discuss industry trends and future plans and build confidence leading to bigger contracts. Event Marketing Trends Event marketing is full steam ahead with immersive tech, data-driven strategies, and a commitment to sustainability. Using event software they manage invitations and guest lists seamlessly.

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Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Social Media 62

Convene by PCMA

MAY 8, 2023

At times, these priorities compete against training inexperienced — or fixing issues with — vendors. Today, more than ever, these vendors are competing for talent from other industries offering more competitive salaries and work flexibility. Ask each vendor to provide an escalation path for resolving major issues.

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Planner Vendor Training Registration 98

Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 8, 2025

Regular Audits Similar to the best practice of evaluating vendors on a regular basis, planners may want to implement regular sustainability audits to stay ahead of industry standards. There will be reporting requirements for companies holding events, and possibly for their employees attending events.

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Planner Sustainability Site Selection Events 52

Social Tables

MAY 17, 2019

Wedding planning insurance includes things like lost venue reservation deposits, onsite vendor injury, and earthquake coverage. Their communication is on point. Forbes says there are a handful of distinct things good communicators always do. Is the wedding planner’s electronic communications detailed yet brief?

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Planner Consulting Insurance Vendor 121

Social Tables

JULY 31, 2018

Marketing The marketing team will focus on event promotion , communicating with attendees and donors, and generating buzz around the big day or night. This team will get deep into the details in order to plan every piece — from searching for venues to working with vendors and sponsors.

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Sponsors Logistics Vendor Events 97