Endless Events
MAY 20, 2022
Let’s talk about one of the most dreaded subjects in the events industry: the hybrid event budget. As an amalgamation of in-person and virtual events, hybrid events are complex, versatile, and hard to budget for. While they are typically more expensive than in-person events, there are also many ways event planners can save money with a hybrid event and see a higher event ROI.
Smart Meetings
MAY 20, 2022
“You have to know what you’re trying to accomplish before you even try and think about doing the technology,” urged Brandt Krueger, technical producer, owner of Event Technology Consulting and Smart Meetings’ event tech correspondent, during the Smart Chat Live! webinar, “Top Event Tech Tips From a Year of Change.”. With Tess Vismale, award-winning Event Rescuer and founder and CEO of iSocialExecution Inc., the conversation focused on attendee questions about what we’ve learned, how to inc
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ETC Corporate
MAY 20, 2022
Issues addressed include impacts for European destinations driven from the ongoing pandemic, conflict in Ukraine and inflation ETC keeps sustainability front of mind with trailblazing Industry Forum on Sustainable Tourism Practices Ukraine’s tourism agency attends latest ETC General Meeting to shine light on the devasting impact of the Russo-Ukrainian war on Ukraine’s travel sector The heads of.
Conferences that Work
MAY 16, 2022
I recently ran a workshop , hosted by the Manitoba Chapter of the Canadian Society of Association Professionals (CSAE), on the design of participation-rich events. Here are the lessons I learned from this online workshop. [Note: This event was a workshop , not a presentation. Sessions are often advertised as “workshops” that aren’t.
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
Endless Events
MAY 16, 2022
In this week’s Event Tech Podcast episode, Will and Brandt discuss Peloton because, as it turns out, their workouts make for a great hybrid event case study. They claim that event planners should take note. After all, the world-famous exercise equipment company has managed to grow a strong community through its content delivery, social media presence, and audience engagement.
Smart Meetings
MAY 20, 2022
One of the most critical questions IMEX encounters during the planning and operations of their iconic annual tradeshows in Las Vegas, Nevada and Frankfurt, Germany, is how to convene thousands of attendees from across the globe, while balancing a responsibility to do so sustainably, and ensuring that environmental impacts are mitigated to the greatest degree possible.
MICE Travel Today brings together the best content for MICE professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Best Corporate Events
MAY 17, 2022
Passive-aggressive behavior is poisonous to workplace cohesion and productivity. Fortunately, team building programs can supply the antidote. One of the most insidious characteristics of passive-aggressive behavior is that it’s rarely an event. There’s no app managers can download that will send them an alert when this crops up. Instead, it tends to build over time, its corrosive effects gradually damaging team collaboration.
MeetingsNet
MAY 18, 2022
A Guide for Event Organizers. Sponsored by: You’re planning events and trying to find the right technology, and you want a platform that saves people time and helps you produce extraordinary events. To find the right platform, you need to consider factors like the reliability, support, data security, customization, and overall value of one system versus another.
Smart Meetings
MAY 16, 2022
Stephanie Burdette. Mr. C Beverly Hills welcomed Burdette as assistant general manager. Burdette most recently held the role of director of front office at Ojai Valley Inn in California. A 14-year hospitality and events veteran, she has also been event planning manager and executive housekeeper at Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Spa in San Antonio, Texas.
ETC Corporate
MAY 17, 2022
Resilience of the EUDCC system is critical for EU tourism crisis preparedness The European Tourism Manifesto alliance, the voice of the travel and tourism sector in Europe, welcomes the ongoing progress of the revision of the EU Digital COVID Certificate (EUDCC) Regulation. While we strongly support countries in their efforts to progressively remove restrictions in the current phase.
The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.
Convene by PCMA
MAY 16, 2022
Attendees at PCMA Convening Leaders 2022 in Las Vegas take part in the fun run. Many respondents to our April Recovery Dashboard survey said they deal with stress through physical activities like running, yoga, and walking. (Jacob Slaton Photography). We’ve been following the changing moods of planners and suppliers throughout the pandemic — from when vaccinations were first on the horizon and then well distributed to the surges of two contagious COVID variants — in our monthly and bimonthly COV
Eventbrite
MAY 20, 2022
The saying “if you build it, they will come” only rings true when they know what you built and where to go. The members of Eventbrite’s Music Council, which is composed of artists, promoters, festivals, and venues, knows that in order to fill seats at a concert or music event, you need to reach the […].
Smart Meetings
MAY 20, 2022
Plan with Confidence. An easy drive from many of the largest cities in the Southeast, Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort offers a perfect blend of majestic mountain scapes, luxurious accommodations and authentic, entrancing Native American culture. A 56-acre mountain paradise, Harrah’s Cherokee indulges guests with a range of experiences from superb dining and entertainment to a luxurious 18,000-square-foot spa oasis.
FICP
MAY 20, 2022
In-person events are roaring back, and, while there are challenges and opportunities, both meetings professionals and hospitality partners ultimately want the same thing: Highly successful events.
Convene by PCMA
MAY 20, 2022
The younger generation of event professionals will need to learn about boundaries, said Janie Cardinale, and that it is okay to say no. Amid the uncertainty and challenges brought by the pandemic, a significant number of event professionals report struggling with finding a work/life balance. And while COVID-19 may have changed the narrative, problems of burnout and overwork existed before the pandemic, said Janice Cardinale, VEMM, who founded the award-winning Toronto-based corporate entertainme
Solimar International
MAY 19, 2022
South of the Moroccan tourism hub of Marrakesh is the jewel of Southern Morocco, Agadir. Encompassing Agadir and various other small towns, southern Morocco is largely underdeveloped with untapped potential. Morocco has been well-known by French tourists for a long time given its former status as a French colony. What is lesser known is that Agadir and Southern Morocco have an increasing capability to cater to the demands of sustainable tourists.
Smart Meetings
MAY 19, 2022
Editor’s note : This Week in Travel (TWT) is your essential guide to smoothing the road from here to there for your attendees and yourself. Florida Continues to Come Back Strong. Florida Tourism has released Quarter One (January to March) results for travel to the state in 2022. Not surprisingly, travel is up and hotel bookings are strong, with a 36 million total visitor figure, a 39.6% increase over Q1 2021.
Tourism eSchool
MAY 18, 2022
Home. Best Practice Destination Marketing Principles. By Paige Rowett. Published on May 19, 2022. Important conversations are happening globally around the need for Destination Marketing Organisations to focus as much on social, cultural and environmental stewardship as much as economic indicators to uncover true visitor economy success to ensure there will indeed be beautiful and authentic destinations to market and visit into the future.
Convene by PCMA
MAY 19, 2022
Orlando’s hotels, attractions and restaurants are reaching new heights. If you think you know Orlando, think again. The dynamic destination is constantly evolving, so meeting attendees will find new places to stay, dine and be entertained each time they visit. Talented chefs are taking dining to new heights in Orlando. Not only will Orlando restaurants be included in the inaugural edition of the prestigious MICHELIN Guide Florida, but five of the destination’s culinary stars were recent semifina
BCD Meetings & Events
MAY 16, 2022
Plastic-free? Tick. Eco-focused venue? Tick. Locally sourced F&B options? Tick. Have you covered all the key areas to ensure your event is greener, but are struggling to creatively weave sustainability more into your agenda? In this article, our design, production and logistics teams highlight their top ways to immerse your event in sustainable experiences, from kinetic technology to air-purifying living walls.
Smart Meetings
MAY 19, 2022
As small- to mid-size meetings are coming back fast, how are meeting professionals really managing the challenges of sustainability, supply chain issues and staffing? “There is a gap between what people are saying and what we are seeing,” said IACC CEO Mark Cooper. At IACC Americas Connect , the group’s first centralized, live event in three years, he plans to build on Meetings of the Future research and model the three pillars addressed in the group’s signature report—Community, People and Envi
Special Events
MAY 20, 2022
Start safeguarding your information today, so you sleep better knowing your clients, reputation, and livelihood are protected.
Convene by PCMA
MAY 17, 2022
As home to two of the world’s most prestigious universities—Harvard and MIT—Cambridge, Massachusetts, has inspired the best and the brightest for nearly 400 years. When groups meet in Cambridge, attendees can tap into that stimulating spirit with excursions and activities that showcase the best of this historic city. Paddle Boston , for example, offers group and team-building excursions on the Charles River.
Eventtia
MAY 20, 2022
On May 4th 2020, also known as Star Wars Day, the biggest convention in the name of the space-opera franchise was a little different. It was entirely online. Chewbaccas and Stormtroopers went to a galaxy far, far away from the comfort of their living rooms thanks to the COVID pandemic. Now, your business probably isn’t made up of Ewoks or beeping robots, but the fact is this: Reed Pop, the organiser of this event, went above and beyond to not only create a fantastic event but foster that engagem
Smart Meetings
MAY 17, 2022
Plan with Confidence. Experience the landmark of luxury and service at Rosen Shingle Creek , Orlando’s premier property when it comes to meetings, events or vacationing. This AAA Four Diamond hotel rises along Shingle Creek, the headwaters of the Florida Everglades, nestled throughout 255 acres of enchanted flora. With dazzling meeting venues, exquisite cuisine and suites with expansive views, your stay is sure to be as productive as it will be relaxing.
DCI
MAY 19, 2022
Newsflash. When you send out pitches to travel journalists and you say your destination “has something for everyone,” it gives them more than a chuckle. It gives them a headache. . Even if it’s true that anyone can appreciate your destination, it’s not useful to attract the interest of journalists who are increasingly writing content for specific niches.
Convene by PCMA
MAY 17, 2022
What better venue to host your Vegas meeting than the place where everyone already wants to be? With 35,000 square feet of brand-new, fully customizable meeting space debuting in September, Circa Resort & Casino has everything you need to make your vision a reality. “Since our opening, we have been working tirelessly to meet this next phase of growth and provide a remarkable experience for meeting planners and attendees,” says Derek Stevens, Circa’s CEO. “At our core, we lo
ITA Group
MAY 17, 2022
6 Ways to Analyze Your Employee Survey Results Quickly & Strategically. Before making any employee engagement changes, it’s imperative to hear directly from the source—the employees. Why? Employees don’t—and won’t—connect with corporate jargon. Incorporating employees’ voices when creating an employer brand, employee value proposition or communication strategy is critical to get the engagement you’re after.
Travel Daily News
MAY 17, 2022
Slowly, events are facing the return to face-to-face attendance, and this has brought on stage the relevance of contact and real interaction.
Eventtia
MAY 18, 2022
Booking artists for your events can be a daunting task. It’s even more daunting if you’re not familiar with the process or don’t know all the little details that go into booking artists. When you’re not sure of the process or overlook the details, artist bookings can become a major headache in a heartbeat. Today, we’re going to look at the process and the details of booking artists for events: what costs are associated, securing appropriate accommodations for the artist, what the artist might ne
Convene by PCMA
MAY 17, 2022
Separate studies reveal that the number of women participating in virtual STEM conferences, both as speakers and attendees, increased during the pandemic. As conferences — in the STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) and economics fields —moved online during the pandemic, one silver lining was that far more women participated virtually than in person.
Stova
MAY 16, 2022
An event is only as great as its audience — specifically, the turnout.
Travel Daily News
MAY 16, 2022
Corporate accommodation platform AltoVita provides sustainable vision for travel sector with geotagging and data analytics Company’s Smart, Safe, Sustainable Innovation Summit sets measurable roadmap to sustainability.
Eventtia
MAY 18, 2022
While event planning can be a very fun and exciting activity, it can also be (very) challenging at times. Event planning, even for a fairly small event (in terms of size of participants), can involve many different variables and details: booking a venue, choosing the right catering, securing sponsorships, dealing with speakers/presenters/talents, and coordinating your internal team, just to name a few.
Convene by PCMA
MAY 16, 2022
The Fort Worth Convention Center has a major expansion in the works. Plans for the multiphase project call for 97,000 square feet of new exhibition space, a new 60,000-square-foot ballroom, and a new on-site hotel, among other additions and enhancements. The business events industry, at large, is comprised of women — 77 percent , according to the U.S.
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