The MICE Blog

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Competitive advantage of an airport hotel I spoke with Rick Enders, General Manager of the Frankfurt Airport Marriott Hotel and Sheraton Hotel & Conference Center, to discover what sets this dual-brand hotel apart. This system allows travellers to book meeting spaces online, which is especially ideal for small, last-minute meetings.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 20, 2022

To successfully recreate the in-person experience online, planners need to consider the following challenges. How to create serendipity and exciting spontaneity of in-person event experiences online? Here’s a recap of all the best practices we’ve learned in the last two years as an event management company.

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Endless Events

MAY 13, 2022

Being an event planner, event manager, or event marketer is a difficult job that demands a lot of energy and knowledge, but many of us are drawn to it because it is – above all else – rewarding. They can also pivot to becoming event managers or event marketers. The events industry is exciting, ever-changing, and sociable.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 24, 2021

But chances are, online events are likely to stay even after the pandemic because of the many benefits they provide. Many virtual event management services use software to calculate the ROI and performance of an event to determine its success. Online Visits. The Measure of Success. Event Registration. Attendee Retention.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Hologram technology can increase engagement and attract hard-to-get speakers Meetings may be a mostly in-person experience but—as we learned during Covid, with the use of Zoom, Teams and other online video platforms—the use of communications technology has its place in the world of meetings and events.

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The MICE Blog

AUGUST 17, 2020

When I was living with my family in the Canary Islands, where I grew up, my father was a managing director of a hospitality company, so my dream was to set up the tourism company of the future. Therefore, I started with law, but in a clandestine way in which I was studying tourism and business management. How did you feel?

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 9, 2021

Destinations International (DI) and Temple University’s School of Sport, Tourism and Hospitality Management (STHM) have partnered to help DI members further their educations and careers. See also : Smart U: Meeting Professional Online Classes. Students take one course at a time, each over a five-week period.

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Endless Events

APRIL 26, 2021

In such a short span of time, it has managed to attract enormous investments. If that money flows in and you’re not used to dealing with capital, then you’re not necessarily going to be good at managing that money. You’d invest in the infrastructure that’s getting people online.” But should we care?

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Endless Events

JANUARY 9, 2023

Event management software can potentially make an event planner’s job more efficient. In this episode of the Event Tech Podcast , Will and Brandt welcome a special guest who brings a new and inexpensive solution to event management software, Rob Vaas. What Does Joi Bring to Event Management. That covers some people’s needs.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 18, 2025

Optimize Your Online Presence Most meeting planners begin their search for suppliers online. By regularly posting high-quality images, videos, and updates about your hotel and local attractions, you can build an online presence that resonates with corporate meeting planners. Ready to take your strategy to the next level?

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

It’s a good idea to have an event platform for in-person events just in case you need to take your event online at the last minute. You only need a decent camera, audio, and an event platform to take your in-person event into the online realm. . Offer significant discounts for online-only tickets to encourage more signups. .

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Online registration software is a cloud-based solution that allows organizers to manage the entire event registration process from start to finish. It is especially beneficial for organizers who need to manage a large number of registrations or who need to collect complex attendee data. The short answer is “No.”

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 18, 2022

After the event, they put all their content online on demand. But in 2020, the pandemic forced us to take our events online. . Instead, event management companies are encouraging event professionals to reframe their approach to a multi-event strategy. Hubspot achieves all of the bullet points above. Multi-event strategy.

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Traveler's Q

MAY 23, 2024

Embracing an eco-conscious travel management approach is not just about minimizing your environmental footprint; it’s about enriching your travel experience while preserving the world’s natural and cultural treasures for future generations. Submit a proposal , and let’s plan your next adventure with sustainability at its core.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 27, 2021

In Smart Meetings ’ webinar, “ Hybrid How-To: A Step-by-Step Guide to Hosting a Successful Hybrid Event ,” Alyssa Peltier, senior event marketing manager for Cvent , shared strategies to get us there with fewer hiccups. But then everyone became an online viewer. But all that sweet ROI comes with effort. And third, the data challenge.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 14, 2025

Examples of this include: QR Codes: Add dynamic QR codes to print materials to drive readers to online landing pages, exclusive offers, or promotional videos. Additionally, integrate your print campaigns with customer relationship management (CRM) systems.

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Endless Events

APRIL 6, 2018

Beyond the data they provide, it’s also important to provide data security during the event itself when they access their accounts online. Online booking platforms have become important tools for helping professionals find ideal meeting rooms for their audience. Online security is an important aspect of events.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Event management is more than just planning events; it’s about creating memorable, engaging experiences that align with an organization’s goals. In this article, we’ll dive into the core aspects of event management, practical strategies, and the latest technology solutions shaping the future of events. What is Event Management?

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

You need two teams, one for in-person, on-site and one for online planning. You can easily shift your live audience to attend online by adding virtual registration codes so check that your registration company can accommodate both. Two teams managing the two formats for one event. Online Component Added Costs.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 31, 2021

The cost savings are just too compelling, and online events are less disruptive. And with the right technology , the networking and interaction in online events can mimic the natural mixing and mingling of in-person gatherings.”. Li Hayes of speaker management agency Go Leeward argued here in early August that hybrid is dead.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 7, 2020

Their Las Vegas convention has been canceled as of last week, and plans are moving forward to host the online event in January. You cannot treat them the same, and you need to make sure that online vs. in-person doesn’t turn into a class system. It’s tough to manage both. There are also plans to go hybrid in 2022.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 24, 2021

And most importantly for this podcast, he is the founder and CEO of Shindig , a virtual conference, event, and meeting platform that has mastered the art of online engagement. What happens at events is that they get to introduce their clients to their regional managers, product guys, and their bosses. We can achieve miracles online!

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 10, 2024

It’s not often that a business-event planner has a formal education and professional background in change management. But about halfway through her 30-year career, Mindy Hanzlik “took some time away from events to get my MBA and become a change-management consultant,” she says.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 23, 2021

This year, meeting professionals and event tech experts have determined and developed a variety of resources for building, organizing and managing effective and compelling online and in-person gatherings—and those that fall in between. The Event Tech Resource Guide for Planners. Top 10 Apps for Meeting Professionals.

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Endless Events

APRIL 8, 2022

A lot of things can go wrong during a synchronous hybrid event as it is hard to stay in sync online and in the physical venue. If you’re looking for a reliable event management partner to build the equation for your particular event, reach out. As always, the Endless Events team is here to help.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 12, 2024

Nicole Okuna Nicole Okuna, The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort Okuna is appointed as general manager of The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort. Willison takes on the role of account manager and will assist corporate and association clients. She previously served as a global sourcing manager at Bishop-McCann.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Over a million people attended this year’s virtual electronic music festival and were impressed by its ability to still wow its attendees on the online platform. It’s just our fun way of saying operations manager! If you also love dogs, have a hedgehog, or just see Chantel managing an event, make sure you say hi! ??. ??

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 1, 2019

More than four billion people are online and more than three billion people are active on several social media platforms. Risk Management. More : 7 Tips for a Successful Crisis Management Meeting. Post-crisis is also an important time to be active online. What better way to reach them if a crisis arises?

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

“It’s so easy to criticize, especially online,” agrees Brandt. That’s been around for a long time, but it started to get worse online. It’s so easy to slide down those routes in online communications because there’s that extra disconnect.” The action is the deficit right now.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 23, 2021

“Events became digitized through virtual and online experiences, and we invested heavily in expanding our virtual event capabilities. My management team and our nearly 4,000 employees around the world are excited for the opportunity to continue to innovate and enable our customers to leverage Cvent across their Total Event Program.”.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 7, 2022

We asked Mark Herrera, director of safety and security for International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM), for strategies to improve security at events in light of these ominous statistics. He has also given 413 training sessions on de-escalation strategies, situational awareness, risk mitigation and crowd management.

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Traveler's Q

JULY 13, 2023

In this article, we’ll share some invaluable advice on how to effectively track your wedding RSVPs, as well as tips for managing the tricky issue of plus-ones. So, if you want to ensure your wedding day is a smoothly run affair, keep reading for some advice on how to manage your wedding RSVPs like a pro !

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Endless Events

MAY 16, 2022

After all, the world-famous exercise equipment company has managed to grow a strong community through its content delivery, social media presence, and audience engagement. The instructor is calling out in-person and online participants, giving shoutouts. Building A Powerful Online Community. High Production Value.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 29, 2022

Thanks to the increase in digital booking platforms and hotel apps, many business and leisure guests prefer to check in online rather than with a receptionist. People will need to be hired to design and manage these new customer-oriented technologies. Roles that can be performed remotely include: Social media manager.

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Traveler's Q

MARCH 21, 2024

Planning Ahead: Corporate Travel Management for Events In the world of high-stakes corporate events, adept travel management is not just a luxury, it’s a necessity. Optimizing Travel Budgets for Events The cornerstone of effective event travel management is budget optimization.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 24, 2020

Matthew is the Managing Director and co-founder of Your Stand Builder , an award-winning company that “revolutionizes the way companies all around the world prepare for their exhibitions” So who better than him to teach us how to create amazing exhibitor experiences for virtual and hybrid events? . Well, not anymore!

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Workload event professionals talked about the stress of managing high workloads, with understaffing and time pressures leading to burnout and inefficiency. The 31st Meetings Market Survey You’ll find the results in written and graphics form of the Meetings Market Survey online in our November digital edition.

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