Endless Events
MAY 5, 2022
Event technology has finally become an integral part of our event strategies. It’s taken us many years, even though many event profs have been preaching about numerous benefits of event technology for ages. The pandemic sped up the adoption of technology and software solutions in the events industry. After all, virtual and hybrid events fully depend on technology.
Smart Meetings
MAY 6, 2022
No one really knows what events will look like in a post Covid-19 world and it’s difficult to see how things will pan out over the coming year. The most recent seasons have taught us that venues with the ability to quickly adapt to their environment and their experiential offerings were the most resilient in a time of peak uncertainty. The reality is likely that for the foreseeable future, most attendees will be split between those willing and able to attend in person and those who cannot and wi
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The MICE Blog
MAY 2, 2022
Good news for the events industry – live events are back, as most countries no longer have strict COVID-19 restrictions. Event planners who have been out of work for two years can now be back on the road doing what they love and taking their creativity to the next level. Two years of pandemic restrictions have taught the events industry that it’s resilient.
MeetingsNet
MAY 6, 2022
The latest planner sentiments gathered by AV and production firm Encore also reveal that they expect to host smaller in-person audiences with smaller budgets versus 2019, while focusing more on attendee engagement and networking. In a recent survey of 989 full-time and ad-hoc event coordinators by AV and production firm Encore, 52 percent say that their meetings in the second half of 2022 will be exclusively in person, while 25 percent say they will be hybrid and 23 percent say they will be full
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
Endless Events
MAY 2, 2022
There are many ways to send out event notifications: via email, SMS, private messaging apps, and event platforms. And as we embrace event technology as the base of our events , they’re becoming increasingly more important. How we communicate with our attendees matters, so it’s vital to learn what mode of communication they prefer and not be too spammy.
Smart Meetings
MAY 3, 2022
“We understand the importance of connection; we understand the importance of culture,” said David Peckinpaugh, Maritz president and CEO, reflecting on meetings’ return to F2F (face-to-face) amid dawning young talent during our Smart Chat Live! last week, “How to Nurture the Next Generation of Meeting Professionals.”. Peckinpaugh opened with a contextualizing anecdote from his youth, illustrating the impact his grandfather’s professional lessons had on Peckinpaugh’s understanding of perseve
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MeetingsNet
MAY 3, 2022
We left out a key question on our recent planner-stress survey. You might want to answer it now. To anchor the MeetingsNet magzine’s May/June cover story on meeting planners’ workplace stress, we asked readers to complete a survey about the level of stress they’ve experienced from various factors (low staffing, virtual meetings, job insecurity, remote work, and so on).
Stova
MAY 6, 2022
At last, live events are returning, but they look different post-pandemic. After two years of rapid-fire digital innovation, attendees and stakeholders have high expectations. Attendees want onsite event tech that personalizes and engages more than ever. Stakeholders need a positive return on investment.
Smart Meetings
MAY 6, 2022
When in Miami, the best course of action is to make a splash. Smart Meetings 3-Day National Experience at Kimpton EPIC Hotel leveraged the best of the sunny, water-adjacent location to bring everyone together memorably. The specialty of the house in this newly renovated 411-room property was mixing elevated service with elegant surroundings, inspiring ideas and top-shelf meeting professionals from around the country.
Convene by PCMA
MAY 6, 2022
Construction on the $2-billion expanded convention center in downtown Dallas will begin in 2024. (Artist’s rendering). With its central location in the U.S., world-class entertainment venues, and eclectic neighborhoods, Dallas long has been known as a destination for meetings. Plans for a 2.5-million-square-foot expanded convention center that will be surrounded by a new restaurant and entertainment experience will give meeting planners and their groups another great reason to choose Dalla
The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.
Eventbrite
MAY 5, 2022
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, the perfect time to consider the importance of mental health to our overall well-being. It’s a chance to raise awareness about the symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other mental stresses in order to encourage optimal health and happiness. Many schools, businesses, churches, and other organizations count on event creators […].
MeetingsNet
MAY 2, 2022
May 3 marks the one-year countdown to a major change in what airport security will accept for identification. It’s been 17 years since Congress passed the Real ID Act to establish minimum security standards for driver’s licenses and prohibit some federal agencies—including the Transportation Security Administration—from accepting non-compliant licenses as identification.
Smart Meetings
MAY 5, 2022
Across the pond, the U.K. events industry is picking up the pace. ExCel London exhibition center, at London’s Royal Docks, detailed the rapid regrowth it’s seeing as an events industry hub and the creation of an “events superhighway”—the Elizabeth line—in two of its recent press releases. A venue with its more than 1.1 million sq. ft. of meeting space, ExCel is leading London and the wider events industry back to profit and progress.
Convene by PCMA
MAY 5, 2022
Monumental Mattie, which hangs in the Salt Palace Convention Center rotunda, is made entirely of carpet samples repurposed from a carpet trade show. Hanging high in the main rotunda of Salt Lake City’s Salt Palace Convention Center is a 20-foot mosaic wall hanging of a genial woman’s face that welcomes visitors while serving as a bridge to local history and the center’s future-forward focus.
Cort
MAY 3, 2022
As you’re planning events in 2022, chances are you’re looking to harness some of the trendy looks this year. One of the hottest trends for 2022 that’s hard to explain on paper — but that you would know when you saw it in person — is pearlcore. Here’s an explanation of what pearlcore is and how you can put it to use in your events in 2022. So…What Exactly Is Pearlcore?
Leonardo
MAY 4, 2022
Recently our partner SiteMinder released their annual review of the top hotel booking revenue makers of the year. They analyzed the distribution channels that made the most revenue across 21 different regions. Looking at the results, one of the most important takeaways is the importance for hotels and brands to take a holistic approach to distribution. .
Smart Meetings
MAY 2, 2022
There’s good reason floral motifs have withstood the test of time. In every era, flowers remain a timeless feature of event decor that refuses to fall out of style. It’s hard to deny the draw of freshly cut flowers. Lawn Love , a platform for independent lawn and yard maintenance professionals, published the results of its study, “ 2022’s Best Cities for Local Flowers ,” which compared 200 U.S. cities in flower access, delivery access, vendor quality and local demand.
Convene by PCMA
MAY 2, 2022
Teams visiting the Charlotte convention scene know “Uptown” is where it’s at. Blending innovation and creativity, this easily walkable convention district presents the perfect mix of business and entertainment. Below are four exciting stops for experiencing the Queen City: Educate and Entertain at the NASCAR Hall of Fame. Connected to the Charlotte Convention Center, the NASCAR Hall of Fame honors the legacies of icons in one of North Carolina’s most celebrated sports.
Eventtia
MAY 2, 2022
Both Eventtia and Eventmaker are considered two of the best solutions when it comes to planning and managing an in-person (physical) event. Both branded their products “all-in-one event management platform,” but while the two solutions do share similar features and functions, each also offers its own unique features not available on the other.
Conferences that Work
MAY 2, 2022
I just built a Corsi-Rosenthal Box. You might be thinking “ what? ” Well, it’s a simple and inexpensive DIY air filtering device that helps remove airborne viruses, wildfire pollution, pollen, dust, etc. from indoor air. Of particular note: the filters used are good enough to remove COVID-19 aerosols from contaminated air. Also, it’s incredibly easy to build and inexpensive.
Smart Meetings
MAY 2, 2022
Advances in technology and operations make California a leader in earth-friendly gathering. California innovators are actively inventing a more sustainable future in and out of the ballroom. At a time when many are reacting to changes in climate and attendee expectations, the golden state’s hospitality sector is leading the way to a future that will continue to welcome change-makers for decades to come.
Convene by PCMA
MAY 2, 2022
On April 1, 2022, Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) bid adieu to 43 business events professionals—focusing on Conventions, Meetings, and Incentives segments—from 15 countries who participated in the Bureau’s first familiarization trip in two years. Taking place from March 26 to April 1 in the country’s capital Bangkok and world-renowned Phuket, the trip, dubbed “Thailand NOW” showcased the unparalleled Thai hospitality, the destination’s flexibility, versatility, and capability to
Eventtia
MAY 4, 2022
Both Eventtia and Digivents are leading all-in-one event management solutions designed for event organizers to facilitate streamlined, safe, and easy planning and management of any events: in-person, virtual, and hybrid. It’s also worth noting that both solutions also have core features that are focused on virtual events, like the ability to create a Virtual Stage on Eventtia (called Virtual Room on Digivents) that allows virtual attendees to easily navigate the event.
Redfin
MAY 2, 2022
You’ve been searching for houses for months and finally found the one you like. After making your way through the homebuying process , one of the final steps is ordering a title search and then have the seller execute the deed to the property at closing. This step legalizes the transfer of property ownership. Warranty deeds are most common in these transactions, but some home sellers might use a quitclaim deed.
Smart Meetings
MAY 6, 2022
Anna Olson. Hotel Cerro in San Luis Obispo, California, appointed Olson general manager. Most recently, the 27-year hospitality and business development veteran was CEO at Central Coast Distillery, aiding in the launch of the boutique distillery. Olson is also a lecturer at California Polytechnic State University , San Luis Obispo in extended education and guest service for business development.
Convene by PCMA
MAY 2, 2022
JUNO’s Single Destination Platform makes planning easier – one versatile platform for users to learn, network, attend events, advance their businesses. Beyond annual conferences and meetings – these are 365-day online communities. And with advanced features, JUNO can extend your brand and be the central hub for your industry. Here are 4 ways to increase member value, non-dues revenue, and retention rates: Drive Engagement Farther and Longer with a Recommendation Engine.
DCI
MAY 5, 2022
It’s National Meeting Planners Appreciation Day. Skip sending the flowers and instead think about how you plant some seeds to create more interest in your destination among meeting planners. Major destinations like Berlin and Seoul are already getting ready for the continued return of the events industry. Destinations know they need business travelers to return, conferences to happen, and events to take place in order to recover more fully.
Redfin
MAY 4, 2022
Are you considering moving to Georgia and possibly buying a house in Atlanta or somewhere like Alpharetta ? Georgia, popularly known as the Peach State, is the 24th most extensive state in terms of the landmass in the U.S. The state is densely populated and is considered the 8th most populous state in the U.S. Georgia has unique characteristics such as an incredible landscape, celebrated sports culture, great weather, and great outdoor activities.
Smart Meetings
MAY 4, 2022
Start Planning Today! Considering Philadelphia for your upcoming conference or event? Whether you’re planning an intimate meeting in a unique venue or hosting a large conference at the one-million-square-foot Pennsylvania Convention Center, here are the top reasons to bring your next meeting here. Pennsylvania Convention Center. When you hold a meeting or convention at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, you are not just investing in a building or floor space, you are investing in an experience.
Convene by PCMA
MAY 2, 2022
So far in 2022, Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) has more than 100 events confirmed on the calendar. In addition to launching COVID-19 initiatives designed to keep visitors and staff safe, CTICC has a new platform on offer for digital and hybrid events, CTICC Engage. The business events industry, at large, is comprised of women — 77 percent, according to the U.S.
Travel Daily News
MAY 2, 2022
The square-metres of floor space reserved by exhibitors for the 2022 TFWA World Exhibition & Conference is already well ahead of the amount that exhibited at last year’s event, and is approaching 80% of pre-Covid figures, giving much reason to be confident of a successful 2022 edition as plans continue to progress.
ITA Group
MAY 5, 2022
What a Standards & Compliance Program Is (& Why You Need One). Successful channel leaders might not know of standards programs by name, but they probably know they need one. A standards and compliance program incents channel partners to consistently meet key performance indicators (KPIs) across various operational efficiencies. Perhaps, as a channel leader, you’ve been searching for a way to increase partner profitability, enhance customer experience and create brand consistency across all chann
Smart Meetings
MAY 3, 2022
Learn More. The Wisconsin Center District is located in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, placing attendees within walking distance of top attractions, dining, and nightlife. The convention center will even nearly double in size to 445,000 total square feet following a 2024 expansion that includes a 300,000 contiguous square-foot exhibit hall and rooftop ballroom with an outdoor terrace.
Convene by PCMA
MAY 2, 2022
The flexible Pavilion indoor event space at the Javits Center in New York City opens onto an outdoor terrace. (Courtesy of Javits Center). Throughout the pandemic, many of our lifestyles, priorities, and ways of working have dramatically changed. In its report “The Future 100: 2022,” creative agency, consultancy, and technology company Wunderman Thompson has identified 100 trends across industries — from culture to health to travel and hospitality — that will shape the way we live and work this
EHL Insights
MAY 5, 2022
During the Covid crisis, many hospitality players suffered, some weathered the storm and a few even thrived. As the pandemic finally recedes and another threat surges to the forefront, we take a look back at how hospitality has been reshaped by recent events in Switzerland. Two specialists from the EHL Hospitality Business School delve into the statistics before and during Covid, and draw some surprising conclusions.
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