Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Here is a list of questions you may want to ask yourself and your team before planning your next event: Do you have another nearby venue where you could host the event? Should you arrange transportation for attendees to get to another venue, or would you cancel it altogether? How do these impact your plan for severe weather response?

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

The importance of safety is something that simply cannot be overstated in the world of events and entertainment. To have a safe event, you need to make preparations in advance and processes in place. When creating a safe event, you need to choose a knowledgeable venue. Safety is by no means a result of luck.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Booking major venues and event entertainment is something that should be done as soon as possible. Include all planning meetings into your event timeline so everyone can add them to their calendar and prepare in advance. Select your venue, virtual platform, and major vendors. What type of an event is it?

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Planners should also be aware of the needs of attendees while preparing their future events, “Attendees have become more protective of their time and have high expectations for that time when they commit to being away from home,” Diem said. Exchange Over Entertainment Finally, the FICP study showed a 47.1% growth in innovation and 15.7%

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Techsytalk

MAY 30, 2019

Not only is that not an entertaining way to share information, unfortunately, it can also be a great way to put an audience to sleep. The greatest challenge most presentation designers need to overcome is creating slide content that educates and at the same time entertains the audience. It requires more time and practice.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 29, 2018

If you want to build connections, you can also rehash your conference planning and go for a smaller venue with a more intimate time. If you want your event to stand out, going for a venue that still can provide a grand experience to attendees even outside the event itself. A Step-by-Step Guide to the Perfect Conference Venue.

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ADMEI

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Premium venues, artisanal experiences, and one-of-a-kind activities all chip away at profit margins. This frees up budget for other impactful elements, like an unforgettable closing night’s entertainment. It's like reinventing the wheel for every client – exciting, but undeniably challenging.

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The MICE Blog

JULY 8, 2024

This unique venue was the top choice for the official event opening. That same year, the association ‘Verein Netzwerk Neubad’ was established, and the venue reopened on 1 September 2013. Its architecture sparked many conversations at the Go Sustainable event because it’s not a typical corporate venue. It was breathtaking!

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Endless Events

MAY 19, 2020

MPI offers an excellent crisis communications course led by our very own #EventIcons host, Alex Plaxen, that will allow you to create and prepare a crisis communication plan, so in the event a crisis strikes you will be ready. . Have conversations about security with your venue and everyone on staff. Onsite Security Improvements .

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Social Tables

MAY 30, 2019

In this post: Items Needed for a Birthday Party Party Planning Tips: 2-3 Months Before Party Planning Tips: 1 Month Before Party Planning Tips: 1 Week Before Party Planning Tips: 1 Day Before Party Planning Tips: Day of Party Party Planning Tips for Working with Venues What does a successful party look like? Entertainment rentals.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 20, 2024

Cohen, a partner at Cohen, Cooper, Estep & Allen LLC, who specializes in entertainment, criminal defense and hospitality law, to chat about what planners should consider adding to their contracts in 2024. Work with the venue if a problem arises. He pointed to Covid-19 as an example, “Expect the unexpected and be prepared for it.”

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

MPI offers an excellent crisis communications course led by our very own #EventIcons host, Alex Plaxen, that will allow you to create and prepare a crisis communication plan, so in the event a crisis strikes you will be ready. . Have conversations about security with your venue and everyone on staff. Onsite Security Improvements .

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Smart Meetings

JULY 17, 2024

The resort offers itself as a culinary destination, with expertly prepared steakhouse classics at onsite restaurant CW Prime, and the cozy living room of the resort in The St. Regis Bar, where guests will enjoy not only stellar drinks but live piano performances and other entertainment.

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Endless Events

APRIL 14, 2022

I’ve been to this venue and it’s incredible what they can do from live TV to being there in person.” “It begs an important question for event profs: are you prepared for something like that to happen? ” Always Be Prepared: Anything Can Happen. What do we do in that case?

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 9, 2024

Canada, our neighbor to the north, packs a hefty offering for event planners looking to entertain and entice guests. The Gen-Z Factor To prepare for the future, it is always important to remember the kind of clientele you want to attract, and Canada is well-aware of who that is.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2022

Chef Kelly English , owner of award-winning Memphis restaurants Iris, Second Line, Fino’s, Panta and Magnolia House, hosted the fourth bi-annual event at Crosstown Concourse (more later on the venue). For such a meaningful event, the venue had to be just as poignant. Housing fills the 400,000 sq. on the upper floors.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

When we think of events, our minds automatically go to entertainment, networking opportunities, the stage, and gamification, among many other things. Is it when your attendee walks through the doors of your venue or logs on to your virtual event platform? Or is it much earlier, at event registration?

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 12, 2022

Reno has recently undergone a renaissance with many meeting venues having upgraded their facilities, alongside citywide improvements guaranteed to inspire. In addition, events cost 10-20% less than events hosted at other destinations, according to Don Goodman, executive director of sales with Caesars Entertainment. Room to Meet.

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Traveler's Q

JUNE 29, 2023

Their work in providing a range of services that include transportation, accommodation, dining, entertainment, and team-building activities. First, consider where the hotel is located in relation to your event venue and other points of interest. This would be so that they can come prepared and avoid any potential legal issues.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Looking for an out-of-the-ordinary, nature-heavy venue option? Meeting profs may soon be adding flying taxis to their attendee transport options, as the California-based company has unveiled plans for an air taxi network in Los Angeles in preparation for the 2028 World Cup, Super Bowl 2027 and 2028s Summer Olympics.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 25, 2023

Compiled by analyzing more than $14 billion of group business value sourced through the Cvent Supplier Network in 2022, the rankings highlight hotels, venues, and destinations. With its world-class hotels and venues, Orlando continues to excite and attract visitors who are eager to travel post-pandemic. after being named No.

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Endless Events

JUNE 1, 2018

That said, it’s can also be a fun endeavor where you can try out new food, discover exciting venues and even exercise your designing skills a bit. Creativity is a very crucial factor in the events industry, and it helps to have a venue where creativity can flow to inspire. How about the entertainment, sponsors, and software?

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 1, 2019

Ask about dietary restrictions, entertainment preferences and amount of time they’d like to spend in meetings. As you prepare for a panel, use Slido to ask attendees what burning questions they have and add a few to the list. Ask everything about every aspect, from food to location and venue to guest speakers to cocktail hours.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 27, 2023

And a bit of entertainment doesn’t hurt either. The museums and venues under the umbrella of the Smithsonian Institute in the Nation’s capital illuminate the imagination of visitors through history housed in elegance. of event space and is an ideal venue for hosting dinner or an opulent cocktail reception.

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Traveler's Q

APRIL 3, 2023

When it comes to corporate event planning, selecting the right venue is one of the most important decisions you need to make. Not only does the venue need to be able to accommodate your desired number of guests and any audio/visual needs, but it should also reflect the desired mood and atmosphere for your event.

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Endless Events

APRIL 6, 2018

Their report highlights just how much variety is available in this field, with non-hotel venues getting almost as many bookings as their more traditional counterparts. The entertainment and sports industry, for example, make heavy use of events. So does the hospitality business, and the corporate world.

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Conferences that Work

MARCH 28, 2022

As I prepared to review the venue’s meeting spaces, room set options, and traffic patterns, I thought about how, today, competent logistics are the new meeting minimum. And they assume that when attendees are not in sessions, we should ply them with food and drink and entertainment.

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Endless Events

JUNE 21, 2018

Around the world, tragic incidents at events like the Las Vegas shooting and the Boston Marathon bombing, and natural disasters have shown that we aren’t prepared for every type of security and safety issue in our industry. When you’re planning a safe event, you probably think in terms of how many people you can comfortably fit in the venue.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 1, 2024

The Big Easy prepares for its 11th Super Bowl When the NFL added another week to its usual 17-week schedule in 2021, this created a small problem between the Super Bowl LVIII and this year’s Mardi Gras in New Orleans. Visitors to New Orleans will also see several hotel changes when they make their way to the city.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

Despite the trends in the industry, many event professionals still focus on keeping audiences entertained in order to keep them on track. The real magic behind the process is how everything is prepared in advance, starting June of the year before. Preparation is everything in events. Click To Tweet.

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Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2021

To learn how to be best prepared for any mishaps and ensure that your concert is set up for success from the get-go, keep reading! This concept shapes everything from the type of music performed to the audience, venue, other event activities, and style of event decor and merchandise. Pick a venue. Establish goals.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

In a world of lockdowns and social distancing, virtual platforms took over the function of event venues (and then some). T he virtual venue is one of the most important decisions you can make for your long-term event strategy. The Venue Map allows your guests to easily guide themselves. And so naturally, the market followed.

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ADMEI

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Events of every size require strategic preparation and skilled partners. From entertainment and transportation to venues and safety, a DMC can help you take your next event from good to great. Your DMC partner can even help you determine the perfect timing for your event based on venues, crowds, weather, and transportation.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 23, 2018

What you can learn from other planners’ entertainment mistakes. At MeetingsNet's Las Vegas Corporate Invitational Destination Showcase, held April 11-13, Matthew Gucu, a 25-year-veteran of the entertainment industry, spoke to meeting planners on entertainment for events. Hint: Don’t make the broom closet your green room.

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 15, 2023

As the Live Music Capital of the World® , Austin offers a vibrant metro area with many remarkable event venues. This means you can find a venue that perfectly suits your event’s capacity and budgetary needs. The venue is composed of four distinct spaces. Smash ATX welcomes all ping-pong players too. Never played pong?

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

From scenic mountain views to unmatched venue options, GOCAL is the perfect meeting hub to host your next gathering, big or small. Unparalleled Weather & Stunning Mountain Views: Prepare to be captivated by the breathtaking backdrop of the rugged San Gabriel Mountains and indulge in 300 days of glorious sunshine every year.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 12, 2018

2018 in New Orleans were granted a behind-the-scenes look at activities—including a peek at kitchen preparations and backstage waiting rooms—at Ernest N. Participants in IAEE Expo! Morial Convention Center as well as a glimpse of some of the exciting future plans. The center, which boasts 1.1 million sq.

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