Endless Events

JULY 31, 2020

Virtual components definitely have their time and place and can be super beneficial in the events community, but we can never disregard the importance of humans meetings together in-person. EIC has released a Meeting & Event Design Guide for the Covid-19 Era. Back To The Basics: Storytelling For Virtual Events.

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Conferences that Work

MARCH 28, 2022

The deficiencies of meeting planning textbooks and education. They assume that meetings will consist of sessions with speakers on a stage. A “creative” event design is one with a novel venue and/or decor and lighting and/or food and beverage. In my opinion, meeting planner education is deficient.

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Logistics Meeting Meeting Design Site Selection 171

Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 13, 2021

With that in mind, we are dedicating the upcoming edition of Convene fully — our first single-topic issue — to the climate crisis, and what the business events industry is doing to address this global challenge. You are a business event designer. 2, zero hunger, as a key element of its 2021 event, held July 19-23.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 17, 2023

Increase your visibility and share your knowledge: The call for speakers is now open for the MeetingsNet track at The Special Event. Session proposals are now being accepted for the MeetingsNet track at CaterSource + The Special Event show happening February 12 to 15, 2024, in Austin, Texas. The deadline for is June 16.

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Blue Spark Event Design

AUGUST 16, 2021

They quickly became overwhelmed with the additional planning, execution, and branding involved with a virtual event, and they literally ran out of time to train the lifeblood of the conference – their virtual speakers, and panelists. The client’s event goal was to turn an in-person conference into a virtual one within two months.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2023

By promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility, trade shows can help to educate attendees and inspire them to make more sustainable choices in their own lives. This can have a ripple effect that extends far beyond the event itself. Finally, implementing circularity can also benefit attendees.

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Trade Show Sustainability Promotion Certification 246

Smart Meetings

JUNE 23, 2022

The 1,700 attendees checking in live at Meeting Professionals International’s World Education Conference ( WEC ) at Moscone Center in San Francisco this week were treated to a performance in three acts designed to provide “perspective,” “approach” and “action,” according to Paul Van Deventer, MPI president and CEO.

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Certification Education Healthcare Conference 147

Endless Events

MAY 18, 2023

A recently published Freeman report highlights a significant shift in the demographics of B2B event attendees. With this new generation of younger, more diverse, and more educated attendees emerging, the event industry must adapt to meet their evolving needs and expectations. We’re talking about B2B events here.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 29, 2019

GO WEST is the largest gathering of event professionals in Western Canada. The event focuses on education, innovation, and networking. Getting everyone connected and building relationships is one of the events main goals. and Arlene Schilke of Timewise Event Management Inc.

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Telecommunications Networking Education Event Design 184

Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

This year events will start thinking more holistically about what we can do to improve our impact from banning single-use plastics, and educating out attendees, to offering more plant-based catering. We will also see a rise in using recycled materials for event design. 2020 Event Trends: Plan Events Virtually.

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Endless Events

MAY 19, 2020

This year events will start thinking more holistically about what we can do to improve our impact from banning single-use plastics, and educating out attendees, to offering more plant-based catering. We will also see a rise in using recycled materials for event design.

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Virtual Events Trends Events Communications 334

Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2022

Moving forward, we’ll likely see an increase in the volume and availability of live translation tools for digital events that will truly make companies global. . What this trend means for event planners. Event planners can invite non-English speakers to their mostly English-speaking events. Get Started Free.

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Event Technology Technology Technology Trends 204

Endless Events

MARCH 6, 2020

“If you’ve got a holographic speaker, making that as fast as possible so that that person can be in another location and seeing that room virtually live as well”, adds Brandt. ” 5G and Events: Designing Events With Connectivity In Mind. So, it’s going to be really exciting”, says Will.

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Events Technology Technology Attendee 362

MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 3, 2023

discussions to a “Belong-a-palooza” to a filmmaker workshop, fresh topics will complement evergreen sessions such as event contracting and meeting security, for a lively educational agenda. Coordinating the behemoth task is Tahira Endean, head of programming and a self-described “total event nerd.” From generative A.I

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Education Speakers Contracts Contracts 59

The MICE Blog

MARCH 10, 2022

Secrets to Engaging and Retaining Members, a recent event by Hubilo, shared best practices with its industry associations attendees to help them increase member engagement and retention. Attendees heard from speakers from two major associations, the PCMA and National Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Association.

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Virtual Events Audience Education Speakers 130

Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Besides access to great networking opportunities and innovative content, the following 35 events will also provide attendees with great speaker lineups and the chance to travel to amazing locations! Event Name. The conference where events professionals can extend their reach. World Education Congress. Description.

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Planner Events Incentives Trade Show 115

The MICE Blog

JULY 27, 2022

One of the presentations that highly inspired me to think differently about event design took place in 2019 at the MICE Forum at ITB Berlin (Organised by VDVO ). For example, Falling Walls has a juggler on stage who is also a time keeper for speakers. Another example was using an AI algorithm for attendee selection.

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Events Speakers Conference Event Design 147

Convene by PCMA

JUNE 6, 2022

Megan Finnell, CMP, director, meetings & conferences, MGMA, and Tim Simpson, brand & engagement chief strategist for Maritz Global Events’ Design Studio, speak to EduCon attendees Monday during their session. Jacob Slaton Photography). 1 thing people cared about, Finnell said, was being inspired.

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Audience Networking Global Events Event Design 105

Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2018

While the shifts are plentiful, there are five that stand out from the fold when it comes to modern event design. All of the above is driving the generation’s expectations for meetings and events, ultimately redefining the meeting industry entirely. The Boston event, now in its fifth year, has countless moving parts.

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Trends Meeting Trade Show Events 157

Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2018

While the shifts are plentiful, there are five that stand out from the fold when it comes to modern event design. All of the above is driving the generation’s expectations in regards to meetings and events, ultimately redefining the industry as a result. Here’s how the meetings industry is changing the game.

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Meeting Trade Show Events Social Media 158

Conferences that Work

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Though I don’t teach college anymore, I’m interested in educational class design because a class is a meeting. And much of what we can do to design great meetings is applicable to college classes too. The speakers didn’t model what they were preaching during their talk!

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Meeting Speakers Education Booking 118

Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

We must re-evaluate our pre-COVID event design models and constructs through a new lens and restructure them to meet audiences where they are today. We have been taking a fresh look at one of our core event design models, the Four Dimensions, which are: Intellectual — everything that stimulates thinking.

Audience 105

Audience Events Online Education 105

Travel Daily Media

MAY 24, 2024

Prospective entrepreneurs can be further mentored by a network of high-profile guest speakers, venture capitalists, and founders of unicorn start-ups through interactive sessions. Attendees will also have access to exclusive discounts and rewards during the event.

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Prospect Networking Benefits Events 97

The MICE Blog

MARCH 1, 2022

I interviewed the event organiser, Dr. Carlos R. Wyss, Project Manager at Wasser-Agenda 21, who gave insights into the event design process. Online streaming allowed remote speakers to give their talk virtually. Gave options for speakers from abroad to deliver their presentation virtually.

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Meeting Transportation Online Government 182

Bizzaboo

JANUARY 3, 2024

Attending these conferences will allow you to learn more about the events industry and meet other event professionals. Besides access to great networking opportunities and innovative content, the following 60+ events will also provide attendees with great speaker lineups and the chance to travel to amazing locations!

Planner 105

Planner Conference Trade Show Incentives 105

Conferences that Work

DECEMBER 24, 2018

Here’s my article “ Five Reasons to Change Conferences “ , published in the December 2018, NSA Speaker magazine. But our conference programs still focus on lectures, where a few experts broadcast their knowledge to passive listeners.

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Conference Publishing Speakers Education 98

Conferences that Work

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

While the speaker can be to blame for lack of audience engagement, in my experience, it’s usually the fault of the audience!” Last Wednesday I led a two-hour workshop in Boston for 160 members of a national education association. ” I disagree. A different workshop. Sources for additional information. Near Atlanta?

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Audience Events Education Conference 114

Endless Events

JUNE 20, 2023

Educated: More Gen Z’ers have completed high school and college than previous generations. You’re marketing to a more educated audience, which should impact how you present your brand. Emphasize Experience and Connection Instead of planning a traditional speaker-and-audience setup, try something new for Gen Z.

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Social Media Audience Events Media 156

Conferences that Work

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

Lecturing has been the core modality in our education systems for centuries. Superstar lecturers and motivational speakers. “ Including highly paid keynote speakers at meetings is a meeting industry fixation. ” College students are the focus of this research.

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Publishing Speakers Education Booking 92

Conferences that Work

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Speaker recruiting? There are two kinds of pre-event calls, though these categories can blur, and might be covered in a single call: Connecting with panelists. This includes getting to know them, moderator education, defining panel and panelist scope, discussing potential topics and issues. Capture these on a shared doc (Slido).

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Conferences that Work

DECEMBER 17, 2018

Beware of “experiential” events that are just razzle-dazzle. “Experiential” has become a buzzword to use to describe hip events. Instead of listening to speakers, you’re going to have — wait for it — experiences ! Sounds so much better, doesn’t it? The notes at the.

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Events Booking Speakers Conference 104

Eventtia

MAY 11, 2022

First, decide on a primary goal for the event. Sell more of your products/services during the event. Educating your target audience about something. Speaker session. You can then start planning for the target sponsors, event speakers, and exhibitors. Step 7: Confirming Speakers, Exhibitors, and Sponsors.

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Event Planning Sponsors Registration Events 123

Social Tables

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

A successful strategy of many planners who use this seating arrangement style is to create a clear focal point front and center to direct attention towards a speaker, then strategically seat participants you’d like to group together for discussions. Pros: Great for large groups, lectures or speaker series, and ceremonies. Classroom.

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Speakers Events Training Planner 116

Conferences that Work

APRIL 22, 2019

Related posts: Participation techniques you can use in conference sessions Here’s the summary handout for my workshop on participation techniques you can use in conference sessions that I’ll be leading at MPI’s World Education Congress 2011. The notes at the.

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Education Conference Audience Meeting 133

Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 14, 2022

“Re-introducing a million speakers and sessions after the content overload we experienced during the pandemic can be dangerous to the wellbeing of our attendees. Adjust Your Event Design Tactics Towards Liminality. Liminality is an important event element that has a significant role in the way you design virtual events.

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Virtual Events Audience Events Networking 98

Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

To better navigate this list, let's quickly review the different types of events you'll come across. Conferences - Conferences are the backbone of the tech events industry and can be both B2C or B2B events. They are held to educate, inform, or train attendees. Speakers are all leading industry experts. Think 2019.

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Conference Events Technology Technology 141

ITA Group

OCTOBER 12, 2021

The big question on every event professional’s mind: how should events look going forward? Even more pressing, how can you provide a remarkable experience that will deliver on the educational and emotional needs of attendees so they think attending is “worth it”? Event visioning sessions are a great place to start strong.

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