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DMCs – The Unsung Heroes of Local Economies

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The Ripple Effect of DMC Activities When we think of economic drivers, industries like manufacturing or technology often come to mind. When DMCs seek out distinctive venues, cutting-edge technologies, or one-of-a-kind experiences for their clients, local businesses are motivated to step up their game.

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Hybrid: Two Strategies, One Powerful Marketing Product

Smart Meetings

Integrating Emerging Technology. In recent years, virtual and augmented reality have become increasingly popular and integral to meetings and events, as organizers leverage these technologies to add an experiential dimension for virtual attendees that can enable them to feel immersed in the physical experience.

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Event Case Study: Walmart Experience at CES 2024

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The Walmart team wanted to give CES attendees a peek into what the company has done and is doing in the technology field, seeing CES as an opportunity to highlight that, beyond convenience and low prices, Walmart is a tech-forward company. All the talk about drone delivery—Walmart has completed about 20,000 across seven U.S.

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DIY Car and Train Booking App Could Ease Transportation Inflation 

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This means ensuring that travelers get the same content and experience no matter how they engage with CWT,” John Pelant, executive vice president and chief technology officer with the company, said in a press release. . billion deal with Tesla to purchase 200,000 electric cars from the manufacturer by the end of 2022. .

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Meeting Planner Tips for Boosting Audience Engagement, Faster Check-ins and More

Endless Events

It generates more jobs than other well-established industries like oil and gas or auto manufacturing. But how exactly do they fit in with the rest of your technology? Technology: a Builder, and a Barrier. Technology has been held in high regard as the best way to build a great event. $446 billion dollars.

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15 Best Business Travel Cities for Spring 2025 (Expert-Picked)

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The Wall Street Green Summit welcomes climate finance leaders and state-of-the-art technology innovators at Cornell Club on March 18-19. The Code BEAM America 2025 at Marines’ Memorial Club & Hotel helps attendees learn about emerging technologies. San Francisco’s AI startups raised $17.80

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Power of Purpose Revs Engines at Business Events Industry Week 2023

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Booking Insights Destinations International presented its 2023 Showcase and also made an announcement that it would be forming a “strategic alliance” with Groups360 , the technology company that offers online booking strategies for meeting planners and connects group travel organizations and hoteliers.

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