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Circularity: The Biggest Shift for Trade Shows in 2024 

Smart Meetings

Trade shows have been a crucial aspect of the business world for centuries. However, the negative impact of waste generated at events on the environment has been an ongoing concern and challenge in the industry. On average, events produce 2.5 First, it helps to reduce the environmental impact of the event.

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IMEX 2022 ‘Pathways to Clarity’ Showcased Sustainability and Mental Wellness

Smart Meetings

The “ Pathways to Clarity ” theme carried throughout with numerous exhibitors, suppliers and presenters focusing on sustainable practices while many emphasized the importance of inclusion and mental wellness through design within the events, tourism and hospitality industries.

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Getting Serious About Sustainable Event Design

Convene by PCMA

Event organizers can decide which of the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals Decide which of those 17 goals are most within their reach to accomplish and aligned with the mission of their organizations. You are a business event designer. Courtesy UN). Now is the time to raise the bar.” — Don Neal.

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IMEX 2022 ‘Pathways to Clarity’ Showcased Sustainability and Mental Wellness

Smart Meetings

The “ Pathways to Clarity ” theme carried throughout with numerous exhibitors, suppliers and presenters focusing on sustainable practices while many emphasized the importance of inclusion and mental wellness through design within the events, tourism and hospitality industries. meetsmart pic.twitter.com/xY7qsyppLz. —

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CL24 Playbook for EIC Silver Sustainable Event Standard Certification

Convene by PCMA

PCMA Convening Leaders 2024, held in January in San Diego, earned the Silver certification of the Events Industry Council’s (EIC) Sustainable Event Standard. In April, PCMA Convening Leaders 2024 was awarded the Silver certification of the Events Industry Council’s (EIC) Sustainable Event Standard.

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Event design ideas inspired by my visit to Art Basel 2022

The MICE Blog

During this lunch reception they presented their sustainable modular expo design system made of oak wood with their partner EECS.green. Sustainable stand design by Expomobilia. Afterwards I viewed the event spaces at the Congress Center Basel and continued on to the Design Miami show. Basel by night.

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The Survey Says: Meetings and Events are Thriving and Evolving

Smart Meetings

This growth brings both ample opportunities and new challenges as planners work to accommodate an influx of attendees while booking, planning and executing events. Respondents also confirm the importance of trade shows, exhibitions and conferences. 78% agreeing that attendance at these events is important for their industry.

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