Conferences that Work

MARCH 28, 2022

My work at a pre-con is different from that of a typical meeting planner since I focus on the meeting’s design and facilitation. The traditional bread and butter of a meeting planner’s job. A “creative” event design is one with a novel venue and/or decor and lighting and/or food and beverage.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 26, 2022

More than 2,000 meetings industry folks gathered at Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center for the launch of Business Events Industry Week , a concentration of events designed to illustrate the Power of Purpose exercised when people come together. Our client needs real examples,” she said. The Power of Purpose.

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Blue Spark Event Design

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Why should you hire a professional planner? Meetings, conferences, trade shows and events are essential for a company’s improvement. Whatever the purpose of your company’s corporate event is, you must make sure that the event is on target and successful.

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

We encourage every event planner to mark their calendars for the following 35 events and conferences in 2020. We know how hard it can be to find great events to attend, so we’ve made it easier for you. For those who host events in the foodservice and hospitality industries, HRC is a must. The Special Event 2020.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 12, 2024

Held this year on Thursday, April 11, Global Meetings Industry Day is “an international day of advocacy showcasing the undeniable value that business meetings, trade shows, incentive travel, exhibitions, conferences, and conventions bring to people, businesses, and communities,” according to the U.S. Everyone has help along the way.

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The MICE Blog

AUGUST 26, 2022

Sustainable stand design by Expomobilia. Afterwards I viewed the event spaces at the Congress Center Basel and continued on to the Design Miami show. Here are event design ideas inspired by my visit to Art Basel 2022. Create an inviting entrance with light design. Congress Center Basel foyer.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 3, 2024

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! Don’t see your 2024 conference for event planners on this page? Apply to have your event featured ! ADMEI In The Zone Feb.

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Social Tables

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Similar to wooden signs, chalkboard signs have also become a popular option for event planners and marketing managers in the last decade. These customizable signs are seen at wedding buffets, social events, corporate trade show exhibition booths , and a variety of other event locations.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2018

Today, planners are racing to adapt to trends that make conferences and events more engaging and dynamic than ever before. While the shifts are plentiful, there are five that stand out from the fold when it comes to modern event design. These personas make industry planners’ lives easier — even for Experient.

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Tembusu Events and Communications

JUNE 18, 2024

As we look forward to 2024-2025, several key trends are ready to significantly influence the global landscape of events and exhibitions. These trends promise to enhance the event planner role, offering new opportunities for engagement and innovation. Fit-Out Agencies: Specialising in event design and installation.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 26, 2017

Event planners make up a huge portion of the Social Tables universe. And with over 2 million events having been planned in Social Tables, we’re able to see trends in events being created. One of those things is event room sets. Planners can set chairs up in a straight line, semi-circle, or in a chevron.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 15, 2023

We’ve compiled a list of websites for event planners so some of the hardest-working professionals can complete every task on their list. Skift Meetings (formerly EventMB) Formerly known as EventMB, Skift Meetings was founded in 2007 as one of the first blogs for event professionals. Ready to dive straight in?

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2018

From more engaging, holistic experiences to the the bold new expectations of “bleisure,” event planners and suppliers are racing to adapt in an industry that’s as dynamic as it’s ever been. While the shifts are plentiful, there are five that stand out from the fold when it comes to modern event design.

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Social Tables

AUGUST 10, 2023

How much do event planners make, really? Event planning is a dynamic profession that requires a great deal of creativity, organization, and people skills. Event planners are responsible for organizing and coordinating events such as weddings, corporate events, conferences, and fundraisers.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

In particular for the event that you’ve put together? But the truth is, as event planners, we all wish we could snap our fingers and make everyone in our target audience feel it. After all, it’s probably one of the best events out there, right? And how to create those moments within a live event.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 22, 2025

” Julia Catanese, CMP, Senior Meetings, Events, and Trade Shows Planner, Cardinal Health I would make sustainability a fundamental aspect of every event. Sustainability is increasingly important in events, and tackling food waste is a meaningful step toward making the industry more responsible.”

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 3, 2024

At its core, event design is all about deliberately crafting every aspect of an event to achieve specific organizational objectives and create memorable event experiences. Successful event design seamlessly integrates all of these elements to reflect the event’s purpose and create a truly unique experience.

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 2, 2021

DES: Digital Event Strategist. CTSM: Certified Trade Show Marketer. CEPS: Certified Event Planning Specialist. CQEP: Certified Quality Event Planner. 12 Event planning certifications to choose from. The CGMP program is the highest designation geared toward government planners and suppliers.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 27, 2023

Ever wonder how the alphabet soup of CMP, CSEP, CPCE, and CGMP can prepare you for a successful career in event planning? Curious whether event planner courses and event planning certifications are worth it? Not sure how to become an event planner? This is the article for you! Learn more: CPCE 4.

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Traveler's Q

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

By including sponsors in the event branding, organizations can not only benefit from financial support but also gain access to a wider audience and establish meaningful connections with stakeholders. Hence, it is imperative for event planners to carefully identify and select sponsors that align with their brand values and messaging.

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Social Tables

APRIL 15, 2019

The sun’s shining, the birds are chirping, and event planners have more options at their disposal than arguably any other season. We’ve rounded up 20 of those innovative event theme ideas here, so you can spice up corporate events and social get-togethers alike — all summer long. Choosing a theme for corporate events?

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Skift Meetings

JUNE 5, 2022

One of the things that should be top of mind is licensing,” said Chris Meyer , CEO of Chris Meyer Global, a company that creates strategic partnerships for events, associations, and exhibitions. Planning to have an Elvis impersonator stroll a trade show or convention floor? Then you’ll need a license.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 15, 2023

We’ve compiled a list of websites for event planners so some of the hardest-working professionals can complete every task on their list. Skift Meetings (formerly EventMB) Formerly known as EventMB, Skift Meetings was founded in 2007 as one of the first blogs for event professionals. Ready to dive straight in?

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Website Planner Certification Publishing 52

Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Prescott spoke from her experience working as an association planner and now as a corporate planner. The biggest difference she has seen is that her company values event KPIs and ROI very differently than associations. “We We do 105 events a year,” Prescott said, which are invitation-only. Is it a product for profit?

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Skift Meetings

AUGUST 20, 2024

Event Childcare Providers An increasing number of large conferences and trade shows will not allow anyone under the age of 18 to enter. When there are games and meaningful activities parents are more likely to bring them along,” said Mike Whittle, general manager and lead planner of Corporate Kids Events.

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Traveler's Q

MAY 1, 2023

With the rise in popularity of virtual events, digital event branding has become a crucial aspect of marketing a successful event. Corporate event branding has evolved to include the digital experience of attendees, leading planners to focus on developing strategic branding efforts that offer a seamless virtual experience.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 1, 2023

Accor hosts the GME annually, bringing together leadership and representatives from its more than 40 hotel brands with meeting planners, journalists, and other industry professionals. GME attendees had a chance to experience the space, which is designed to host everything from fashion shows to trade shows, during their customer appointments.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 10, 2024

Capitol Heights, MD 21st Century Expo Group is a nationally renowned general contractor, specializes in trade shows, events, and exhibits. They design, build, install, and manage customized exhibits, helping clients tell their brand story and expand their reach. 21st Century Expo Group, Inc.

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MeetingsNet

JUNE 27, 2022

At the Montreal Convention Center, field tests of biometric equipment are capturing levels of participants’ engagement and excitement by monitoring their brain and heart activity as they move around a show. As meetings and trade shows make their in-person comeback, one big issue is around engagement.

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Whether you’re planning a flagship conference event, trade show, or intimate sales kickoff, staying on top of the latest developments in the event industry is not just important — it’s table stakes. It equips you with the knowledge and insights to ensure your events align with current trends and expectations.

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Convene by PCMA

JUNE 2, 2023

She brings the technology and team building best practices from over 20+ years of IT consulting and coaching experience to event delivery teams so they can deliver exceptional events. Anh is a seasoned business event professional who possesses over 18 years of event design, production, and management experience.

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Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 19, 2018

They are known for planning epic events, creating amazing exhibits and organize engaging trade shows. Founded in San Diego in 1978, 360 Destination Group specializes in event design, development, and execution. From live event production to trade show exhibits, they transform and elevate their clients’ brands.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 3, 2023

If business with suppliers on the show floor is the main meal at the IMEX America show, then the 150-plus educational offerings for meeting professionals are the appetizer, snack, and dessert. Coordinating the behemoth task is Tahira Endean, head of programming and a self-described “total event nerd.”

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Convene by PCMA

MAY 20, 2024

“The goal was to elevate the dialogue, stimulate debates, and demonstrate that sustainability isn’t just a business choice, but an integral part of how the business events industry can operate,” she said. Changing venues will always challenge us as some datasets planners don’t control.

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The MICE Blog

MARCH 11, 2021

Alexander highlighted a particularly important point that many event planners have experienced by now—any platform has its limitations, and there’s no perfect platform. The idea: One trade fair, unfair rules, one contract, one winner takes all. When examining the platform to gamify the environment, many options are available.

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Meeting Tomorrow

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

Rising: Multi-point virtual events. With hotel commission rates being cut, and travel budgets ever shrinking, planners are finding new ways to hold large events. One version that most planners are familiar with is the “festivalization” of events. Rising: Industry consolidation opens up space for innovators.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 29, 2021

The end result feels as much like a celebration of hard work as it does a conference or trade show. People are looking to be engaged after such a long period of isolation, and we — as event designers — must rise to the occasion. In addition, hybrid meetings put pressure on event planners to produce interactive events.

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