Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 28, 2018
The personal touch attendees expect from meetings is now largely being delivered with the help of machines. Yes, the event business has officially entered the realm of high-tech. From smart apps to the Internet of Things (IoT), event professionals must either master programming along with spreadsheets and CRM database building—or hire someone who does.
Endless Events
DECEMBER 26, 2018
As event profs it’s critical we stay on top of trends. From design and pop culture to global trends we are expected to know them all. These trends influence the events industry. Our clients expect us to stay current with trends and know how to implement them at their events when it comes to event design trends and so much more. . In todays episode we will be discussing all about event design trends.
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Techsytalk
DECEMBER 26, 2018
Are you planning an event? Do you need to attract more people to your business, make your company stand out and get noticed? If so, a good event goes without saying as a major prerequisite for that. Of course, it’s easy for big companies to host events. Well, it’s not that easy but it’s certainly better when you have loads of money at your disposal, right?
Social Tables
DECEMBER 27, 2018
What does it mean to be a part of the events industry in 2019? Well for starters, don’t blink. Meetings are growing and evolving rapidly, and each is an experiment in applying new methods to find a perfect formula. Easier said than done in a science that has zero constants. To succeed, you have to be dynamic, you have to be flexible, and, above all, you have to be in tune with attendee desires.
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 28, 2018
Social Darwinism argues that progress is a result of conflicts in which the fittest or best-adapted individuals or societies prevail. The event industry is in the midst of such a conflict and you need to decide which path you want to take; do the work to adapt and evolve or do nothing and at best languish; at worst, get left behind or replaced. Despite the armies of talented event professionals who buoy our industry, meeting planning is still viewed as a profession that requires little to no for
Conferences that Work
DECEMBER 24, 2018
Here’s my article “ Five Reasons to Change Conferences “ , published in the December 2018, NSA Speaker magazine. OUTSIDE IN Five Reasons to Change Conferences Peer sessions provide greater connection around content The most important reason people go to conferences is to usefully connect with others around relevant content. But our conference programs still focus on lectures, where a few experts broadcast their knowledge to passive listeners.
MICE Travel Today brings together the best content for MICE professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Travel Daily Media
DECEMBER 26, 2018
The post Why the Phuket MICE market is about to boom appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Phuket’s increasingly prolific MICE market nearly doubled in year-on-year growth in 2017. As revenue for the segment skyrocketed from THB5.9 billion to a record-high THB 10.9 billion (USD 335 million), the key metric that reflects the economic impact is the average spend of THB13,000 per person.
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 24, 2018
There are heaps of helpful advice out there for planners looking to create a better event experience for their attendees. This year, Smart Meetings provided webinars by an amazing group of speakers. Here are some of the top picks for 2018. Risk Management 101. In Lisa Sommer Devlin’s webinar, “ Risk Management 101 ,” she lists tips and strategies for dealing with risks the industry may present, and how to deal with them, from financial and legal risks to unpredictable accidents and disasters.
BizBash
DECEMBER 27, 2018
In contrast to previous years, most event technology won’t be that shiny or new in 2019. Instead, explained Marco Giberti.
Eventtia
DECEMBER 26, 2018
A B2B networking event is so much more than just one-on-one meetings between different professionals and brands.
The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.
Travel Daily Media
DECEMBER 26, 2018
The post ‘It’s like a pigsty in here’: Luxury events venue to open in rural UK appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Businesses can now book their next event in a former pigsty, as building work progresses apace at Crumplebury , a luxury, corporate events venue in bucolic Herefordshire. The GBP 2.5 million project, developed by the husband and wife team behind the Green Cow Kitchens restaurant, is set to be complete by October 2019 and will provide the perfe
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 24, 2018
Meeting planners had their hands full in 2018, with data breaches, commission cuts, new event technology and other drastic changes affecting the meetings industry. As the industry changes, meeting planners need to learn how to change with it to ensure that they can provide attendees with what they want. We compiled a list of some of our best career advice from this year to give planners the head start they need for the new year. 1.
BizBash
DECEMBER 27, 2018
In Orlando and Central Florida, a number of significant event and meeting venues opened this year. Here's our picks for.
Bizzaboo
DECEMBER 26, 2018
Attending conferences is one of the best ways to stay ahead in the ever-changing marketing industry. At these events, you will learn from the top industry executives while networking with marketing professionals just like yourself. We've compiled a list of 70+ marketing conferences, summits and other events that focus on a wide range of topics from SEO, to social media, to content marketing.
Crowdriff
DECEMBER 22, 2018
Social media is the perfect spot to showcase visual UGC ( user-generated content ) , but it’s not your only option! Sure, visual UGC works amazingly well on Instagram and your website, but there are tons of other creative places DMOs can feature social photos and videos – including some you probably haven’t considered before. Think about it: almost anywhere you normally use professional photos, you can use user-generated visuals to inspire travelers to come and visit with an authentic lens, as l
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 27, 2018
“’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse”—except for Mickey and Minnie! They and all their Disney pals have been up to a whole bunch in 2018, including celebrating Mickey Mouse’s milestone 90 th birthday. The entire cast of characters has a busy 2019 to look forward to. Here’s a roundup of the latest meeting developments at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, and Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif
BizBash
DECEMBER 28, 2018
It’s easy to spot a good event when you see it. The proof is in the pictures. With every event full of.
BizBash
DECEMBER 26, 2018
This year saw the opening of many significant event and meeting venues in Toronto. Here's a look at the best.
BizBash
DECEMBER 28, 2018
As 2018 comes to a close, BizBash editors are reflecting on the biggest events and innovative ideas featured in stories.
BizBash
DECEMBER 26, 2018
As 2018 comes to a close, BizBash editors are reflecting on the biggest events and innovative ideas featured on our.
BizBash
DECEMBER 26, 2018
Spinning tunes at some of the biggest events like the Golden Globes and Art Basel and at parties for major.
BizBash
DECEMBER 28, 2018
This year saw the opening of many significant event and meeting venues in Washington. Here's a look at the best.
BizBash
DECEMBER 27, 2018
As 2018 comes to a close, BizBash editors are reflecting on the biggest events and innovative ideas featured in stories.
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 28, 2018
Hotel X Toronto. Looking for a memorable place for your group to stay, meet and enjoy in 2019? To save you from having to sift through the overwhelming amount of material out there, Smart Meetings spent the last year pinpointing places that are particularly suitable to attendees and their ever-changing needs. Here are 12 of our top destination stories from 2018.
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 27, 2018
As President Donald Trump and Congress debate whether to include millions of dollars for a border wall in a spending bill to reopen government, event professionals are left wondering how a partial shutdown will affect their plans. Although this is the third shutdown this year, many predict it could extend into 2019 and no one is sure exactly what unintended consequences could affect daily life.
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