Smart Meetings

JUNE 18, 2021

Events, which fit up to 450 people, are beautifully offset by the museum’s collection of classic, contemporary and community art—tours of which can be arranged for up to 50 guests. The post The Art of Event Planning appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Motivation Excellence

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Recent industry forecasts and surveys indicate corporate meetings, events and incentives will grow in 2025. At Motivation Excellence, we continue to see interest in planning something in 2025, even though it’s less than a month away. Flexibility in destinations and venues helps keep options open well into the year.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 21, 2024

JT Long, vice president and content director of Smart Meetings, has an insightful conversation with Edward Perotti, an award-winning meeting designer and principle of EP Events and Experiences. From Order-Taker to Strategist: Navigating the World of Event Planning with Edward Perotti appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Endless Events

JUNE 10, 2022

The final step in the event management process is a follow-up meeting after the event to discuss the event’s overall ROI, attendee and sponsor feedback, and make the necessary readjustments to the overarching event strategy. Event professionals have to come to follow-up meetings after events well-prepared.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Even as in-person meetings continue to reemerge with a vengeance, virtual meetings have taken a primary position in the event professional toolbox. We live in a hybrid world where almost every major event has a virtual component, even if we don’t call it that,” said Bizzabo Chief Marketing Officer Alon Alroy.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

From screen to scene, elevate your next event Finding the perfect meeting space is a process. To get a better sense of what is possible when you host your event at the movies, Smart Meetings took a look at Galaxy Theatres Grandscape in The Colony, Texas, and chatted with Frank Rimkus, CEO of Galaxy Theatres , to find out.

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The MICE Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

In this blog post, I’ll showcase the unique opportunities Stuttgart offers for your event, from hotels and venues to experiences, all with sustainability woven into the event planning process. For event planners, the museum offers three meeting rooms, with the largest accommodating up to 350 seated guests.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 2, 2024

On this episode of Meeting of the Minds, Smart Meetings is joined by Jaclyn Bernstein, president and owner of Empire Force Events, and Alexis Dick, an event planner at HARDI. The post Meeting of the Minds: Discover Professional Growth Secrets appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 12, 2022

While 2022 is in full swing, the meetings and event industry is continuing to navigate best practices regarding safe meetings and social gatherings during the Covid-19 pandemic. One trend that we are continuing to see is that of outdoor meetings. The benefits of hosting a meeting in nature are many. Keep It Down.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 11, 2022

Just as virtual meetings can’t replace in-person events, the Metaverse won’t replicate real life. Both digital solutions bring advances that can teach real-world lessons to meeting professionals looking to improve their experiences. People are looking to participate in meetings in a more exploratory fashion,” she said.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 10, 2023

Where event profs hope to give event attendees a vibrant, appealing and informative session, it may come off more as an information dump for some. Smart Meetings spoke with several event experts whose main goal is to craft a personalized, engaging and educational experience. Make Your Attendees Feel Like Co-creators.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 25, 2025

To find out what the university is teaching future meetings and event professionals and what they gleaned from the two days of sessions and networking, we asked Ryan Becker, senior vice president of communications and strategy with Visit California. Those values are encapsulated in the vision statement: Live, protect, explore.

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Endless Events

APRIL 21, 2020

Today we’re going to find out how Global Meetings Industry Day went virtual! And due to the current situation, they took the right step and decided to make their event virtual. Much like many planners out there, Meetings Mean Business took their lemons and came up with an amazing virtual lemonade. Click To Tweet.

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Endless Events

JUNE 5, 2023

But this diversity of education and experience begs the question, do you need event planning certifications to stand out? Why Have Event Planning Certifications? Final Thoughts Thoughts on event planning certifications are certainly multilayered and subjective. Like Will, Dustin holds one certification.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 28, 2023

That is why Smart Meetings gathered top meeting professionals F2F in Virginia Beach, Virginia, for three days this week at Smart Meetings Extraordinary Experience Mid-Atlantic to learn about the industry and each other. The sight was awe-inspiring and as Smart Meetings CEO Marin Bright put it, it made everyone feel safe.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 19, 2025

Trevor Hanks, managing partner of 360DG, says, This is truly a game-changer for the DMC industryThis merger isnt just about growth, its about further elevating what we deliver to our clients at every stage of the event planning process. Read More: Canadian Tariffs Triggering Reputation Tarnish for U.S.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Event spaces are also having to assess the imprint they are leaving. Smart Meetings spoke to event spaces within the United States that were ranked by WiseVoter as top recyclers in the country. Inn by the Sea offers event planners 1,300 sq. of meeting space and also has a 19-year-old food compost program.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Shannon Copeland The seamless coordination of countless logistics required to produce a productive and enjoyable meeting or event is a Herculean task. In today’s world, you cannot overlook the possibility of Mother Nature becoming an unwanted attendee at your meeting or event.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 2, 2022

Planning an event in multiple languages can be a challenge for meeting planners. Innovative virtual language interpretation software is making attendee accessibility a reality for everyone involved in creating inclusive meetings. The program makes its virtual services impartial to any particular meeting platform.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 14, 2022

He could have been talking about meeting planners’ determination during 2.5 years of Covid, jumping back in with the energy of a T-Rex and making meetings happen again. Read More : Need an Event Venue That Wows? Gallery experiences with the dinosaurs can be included as part of the event.

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The MICE Blog

AUGUST 12, 2024

The recent renovation of InterContinental Berlin perfectly captures the new concept of ‘Luxury of Space’ for meetings and events. Located in Central Berlin, the hotel emphasises its commitment to providing expansive, state-of-the-art facilities for meetings and events.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 3, 2022

In the podcast, Zuckerberg touched on one thing event professionals hold dear: that feeling of presence in meetings. This is something virtual meetings try to replicate, yet falls short. Hence the excitement of getting back to face-to-face meetings. Virtual Meeting, Real Feel. More Not So Small Advancements.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Event spaces are also having to assess the imprint they are leaving. Smart Meetings spoke to event spaces within the United States that were ranked by WiseVoter as top recyclers in the country. Inn by the Sea offers event planners 1,300 sq. of meeting space and also has a 19-year-old food compost program.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 16, 2022

The experience was disappointing, but after the event Cat-Wells remained in contact with event organizers and after some discussion, they were open to putting accessibility on their list of to-dos for future events. The post 5 Tips for Improving Accessibility for Meetings appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 8, 2022

Read More : What Event Planning Best Practices Are Here to Stay? Jay Burress, president and CEO of Visit Anaheim reported that the 17 events that came to town in June, including three other citywide conventions, produced the largest TOT (tax generated revenue for the city) in a single month since 2019.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 22, 2022

The 10th NYC Experience Wellness and Travel Media event presented by Organic Spa Media on June 17, 2022 highlighted five major wellness trends that meeting planners should be aware of in booking spa experiences or resorts with wellness-centered offerings. Read More : Simple Wellness Activities Can Go a Long Way at Your Next Meeting.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 25, 2019

You’ve probably seen the headlines “PSAV Acquires Encore Event Technologies” but don’t know how it affects you. If you are an event or meeting planner you’ve heard of PSAV. The news makes for shaky ground and uncertainty for meeting and event planners nationwide. October 2018. January 2019.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 4, 2023

Force Majeure clause and employment classifications changes coming for MPs The legal nuances of meeting planning can be a bit overwhelming even for the seasoned planners. To offer some helpful insight in what areas to be on the lookout for, Smart Meetings sat down with Ty M.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 10, 2023

Mentorships, transparency and white whales For meeting planners new to the industry, experience and connections are the glue that holds the universe together and ultimately provides the tools for current and future success. Everyone wants a meeting right now. We asked meeting planners whether they saw any value in their connection. “As

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

We had an internal discussion about in-person event safety at Endless last week. It all started when Will shared this article: WTF is going on with IRL Events? It’s is a fascinating read from the perspective of someone who attended Smart Meetings Experiences in Colorado Springs and Connect in Orlando.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 12, 2022

The summer of 2023 will herald a new era of meetings in South Lake Tahoe with the arrival of the over $100-million Tahoe South Events Center. The events center’s projected date of completion is July 6, 2023. The events center’s projected date of completion is July 6, 2023. main event floor and 10,000 sq.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 24, 2024

To help event planners deliver memorable culinary experiences, Smart Meetings has compiled a list of essential food and beverage stories from this past year to help planners leave their attendees stomachs satisfied. Meetings & Events, spoke on the impact of F&B decisions on sustainability, engagement, inclusivity and budgets.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

To cover your bases, here are 11 of the best options for event planners. These cover everything from general task management tools to programs with specific event planning functionality. Experiment with these programs until you find one that meets your needs. Image via Slack. DoubleDutch. Image via Basecamp.

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Traveler's Q

AUGUST 8, 2024

Think of a world where you can see all transactions and even own a digital souvenir from the event. In this piece, we’ll look at how blockchain impacts event planning, making it safer, more productive, and more fun. Better Ticket Systems Blockchain has a revolutionary impact on event planning with ticketing.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Discover Greater Ontario California: Your Perfect Meetings Destination If you’re seeking the ideal destination for your next event, Greater Ontario California (GOCAL) offers a seamless, professional, and unforgettable experience. So, when you think meetings, think Greater Ontario California.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

So, you want to plan an event. Take the event planning process one step at a time. How about you start with creating an event timeline? Event timelines help you stay on track and get you excited about the event you’re going to throw together. Events are never a one-person job.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 4, 2024

The Synergy of Two Giants The sheer scale of the events industry, combined with the expansive growth of the wellness sector underscores the potential for a mutually beneficial relationship. Why Wellness Should Matter to Event Professionals 1. Meals Nutrition should be a cornerstone of event planning.

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