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Exhibitors In Virtual Events: What Can Drive Their Value?

Endless Events

Remember the times when we could visit exhibitions and see countless of exhibition booths in person? The hosts of Event Tech Podcast, Brandt Krueger and Will Curran, certainly do. Back in the day, they flew all the way to IMEX Frankfurt to see what the exhibitors had to offer. This year, however, they had to content with visiting CES 2021 virtually.

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Team Spotlight: Wayne

Advanced Travel and Tourism

This month’s team spotlight highlights Account Executive Wayne Emerson. Wayne has been has been working in the travel industry throughout his career with a total of about 13 years. Wayne grew up in Alabama and now resides in Birmingham, AL. When asked about his favorite thing about working in tourism, he says it’s learning about all the destinations and what really makes them like no place else.

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How to Plan an Outdoor Event in 10 Steps

Social Tables

Skip to content Menu Solutions Interactive Floor Plans Collaborative event sales software that increases qualified leads and drives direct revenue. Event Diagramming Collaborative event management software that saves time, boosts revenue and drives loyalty. NEW Sales & Catering CRM Seamlessly manage and optimize group sales performance across your entire portfolio.

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On our different responses to adversity

Conferences that Work

We all have different responses to adversity, and none of them are “wrong” I write this post a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, sparked by the personal experience of an old friend, psychotherapist and author Nancy Leach. She shared the following: This was the journey. I thought I had successfully managed my emotional wellbeing through almost a year and a half separation from my daughter and grandson, who live in California.

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COVID-19 Travel Consumer Sentiment Study

TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave

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The Essential Service of a DMC – Part I

ADMEI

For months an ADMEI Focus Group met to discuss the essential service of a DMC and how some practices will change as DMCs return to business. Learn more about their discussions and next steps for communicating these new practices, focusing specifically on DMC value, the proposal process, utilizing an LOI or LOE and site inspection policies. This one-hour webinar shares the work that has been done and the communication/roll out plan, which was followed by a collaborative discussion the following w

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Airline Reporting Corporation: ARC Accreditation Options and Steps to Get It

AltexSoft Travel

Whether your business is focused on selling airline tickets, package trips, or cruises, if you want to be acknowledged as a professional in the travel industry, you need to be certified. However, if you are a newbie, it might be a bit challenging to get through that labyrinth of IATA-ARC-VTC-CTD-IATAN acronyms and choose what’s right for you. We already have a detailed guide on IATA accreditation that is a good explainer of all the main concepts and parties in the travel agency accreditation pro

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3 Tech Gaps You Didn’t Realize Are Holding Back Your Business

Special Events

You need a few low-maintenance digital tools that are reliable and fit your business needs so you can focus on working in your business instead of on it.

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The Event Creator’s Glossary of Event Safety Requirements

Eventbrite

Few industries have undergone the kind of upheaval that the event industry has recently. COVID-19 has prompted the need to establish completely new safety requirements for events, and understanding the terminology and regulations can be overwhelming. Plus, the constant flux in regulations can make it even tougher to keep up. We’ve put together a glossary […].

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Young and Experienced: One Planner’s Powerful Combination

MeetingsNet

Fresh off his recognition by MPI as Young Professional of the Year, Zaman Ishaad is pushing ahead on his short- and long-term career goals during this unique moment for live events. In early April, Meeting Professionals International announced the 2021 recipients of its RISE Awards, given to planning pros who exemplify leadership, innovation, and impact in their work.

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Design Thinking Supports Large-Scale Global Hybrid Event

Maritz Global Events

With the sudden lockdown of the world due to Covid-19 in 2020, we needed to quickly develop a new plan for the upcoming International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) 59th Annual Congress later that year — a virtual + F2F experience that would enable us to bring people together all across the globe.

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Evolution of the DMC:Renewing Business Relationships with Deeper Trust, Transparency & Understanding

The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.

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Planning Your Advertising Approach with COVID-19 in Mind

Special Events

The changes ushered in by 2020 go well beyond standard typical algorithm changes and newsfeed saturation.

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6 Considerations When Deciding a Loyalty Program vs. Incentive Program

ITA Group

6 Considerations When Deciding a Loyalty Program vs. Incentive Program. A loyalty program is not the same as an incentive program. While many people—even professionals in the field of motivation—use the words interchangeably, that is a mistake. The difference is that loyalty isn’t something you can achieve easily—it’s the long con; the sum of all the parts.

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Are Closing Costs Tax Deductible?

Redfin

There are some great benefits that come with homeownership. Things like the ability to make improvements to your home increased wealth due to an increase in your home’s value through the years, and certain tax advantages. But what if you recently bought a home, are closing costs tax-deductible? Before answering that question, it’s a good idea to understand what closing costs are and what is typically included in them.

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PRA Joins Civic Alliance to Champion Democracy

PRA

PRA, a leader in the Business Events industry, is proud to announce its support and membership with Civic Alliance , a nonpartisan coalition of more than 1,000 businesses working together to encourage every American to participate in shaping our country’s future. PRA’s Chief Executive Officer, Mike Fiber is a founding signatory to Civic Alliance CEO pledge to protect voting access.

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We Want Your Photos!

Special Events

Special Events is seeking photo submissions for upcoming publications.

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How do the various livestream platforms stack up?

Tembusu Events and Communications

Virtual events organiser why do a livestream? With everyone settling down into the new-normal, hosting physical events for corporate conferences or D&Ds still seem like a long way to go. However, with the use of livestream softwares and various technologies, it is still possible to bring an audience infront of your business. . Livestreams are an effective tool as we can leverage on its capacity to generate sales for our businesses all year round.

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Are We In a Housing Bubble? Will the Housing Market Crash in 2021?

Redfin

Today’s housing market is fierce! Due to remote work and record-low mortgage rates, Americans are relocating and purchasing homes at an all-time high. However, there is a major problem – there aren’t nearly as many homes for sale as there are buyers. And this severe housing shortage is fueling record-high prices and cutthroat competition. With the red-hot real estate market we’re experiencing, many consumers are understandably concerned.

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Hybrid Fundraising: Creating a Successful School Campaign

Cort

It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020 changed education. Many schools aren’t meeting in person, and some school districts haven’t seen in-person learning since last spring. The early stages of the pandemic took place during the typical mid-year fundraising push that many schools experience, but they need to raise money doesn’t go away just because parents and families are skittish about gathering in large groups.

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Who's News in Special Events for April 15, 2021

Special Events

Special events business news.

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Technology in Livestreams today and their applications

Tembusu Events and Communications

Why conduct a livestream? Settling in the new-normal requires a little bit of creativity, this pandemic has been an outlier but it does not mean that life and its events cannot continue to take root and thrive. Due to the limited capacity at social gatherings, the traditional trade shows and industry conferences have been taking a backseat. But alas, with the use of livestream technology for virtual events services , there have been pandemic-friendly ways to get information out, and surprisingly

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How to Build the Outdoor Kitchen of Your Dreams

Redfin

An outdoor kitchen can be a major benefit to any home, making it possible to hold barbecues, pool parties, and picnics without having to cook indoors and miss all the fun. The right outdoor kitchen can increase property values and boost satisfaction with added outdoor living space. . However, all outdoor kitchens aren’t made the same, and the wrong kitchen for your space can compromise your summer plans.

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What Services Do Event Production Companies Provide?

Alcor Mice

The event production market is expected to grow at a significant rate in these upcoming years, both in its scope and in its applications. New emerging trends in the last two years have inspired event production companies to start thinking of new business models and implementations in order to keep up with consumer demands. A report by Radiant Insights projected a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.6% in the events management sector in the period of 2018-2022; a number that is set to grow f

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Dare to Interrupt Podcast

Achieve Incentives

This year, our Safe Travel Ambassador, Ashley Lawson, is visiting top incentive destinations to scope out safety protocols. She has recently shared about her experience in a one-on-one exclusive interview on Courtney Stanley’s Dare to Interrupt Podcast with Meetings Today. Ashley dives into her top tips on traveling safely and how to host safe live events.

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Event Contracting Challenges & Meeting Professional Tips

ITA Group

Event Contracting Challenges & Meeting Professional Tips. That devil of a year known commonly as 2020 is finally in the rear view. That means it’s time to adjust and get ready for 2022 and beyond. “What about 2021?” you might be asking. Well, you likely already have things in place for the current year, but these are quickly becoming short-term goals, and you need to start thinking about long-term future planning again.

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Vacation Home Checklist: Keep Your Place in Perfect Shape While You’re Away

Redfin

Everyone loves a good vacation, and the option of having a private retreat is one of the many perks of owning a vacation home. With the soaring demand and interest in vacation towns and affordable suburbs, there’s no better time to jump on the opportunity to own a vacation home than now. Whether you’re taking in the last snowy days at your retreat in Whistler, BC , or you’re looking to invest in a sunny escape in Fort Worth, TX , it’s critical to close up your vacation home properly

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Four areas you might be forgetting in your on-site management planning

etm

The post Four areas you might be forgetting in your on-site management planning appeared first on Event Travel Management.

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AIME Welcomes PCMA Partnership

AIME

We are very excited to announce PCMA as our official 2022 Knowledge Program partner! PCMA, the world’s largest and most recognised network of business events strategists, will support the delivery of AIME’s most dynamic and challenging Knowledge Program to date. … The post AIME Welcomes PCMA Partnership appeared first on AIME.

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Who's News in Special Events for April 14, 2021

Special Events

Special events business news.

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Why Magnuson Hotels Switched to Leonardo’s Industry Leading Media Distribution Platform

Leonardo

With hundreds of hotels and plans for rapid expansion, Magnuson Hotels is a star on the rise. Their portfolio of independently owned and operated hotels includes hotels in the UK, US, and Canada, with growth coming in every market. Their focus is to provide hoteliers with support and resources, at a lower cost than traditional hotel franchise models. .

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