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. Yes, hybrid meetings are more complicated and costly, but virtual is here to stay without a doubt,” he said. Now all variations of meeting delivery are on the table.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 3, 2018

The impact and importance of meetings for medical and pharmaceutical industry attendees is not only increasing, but the complexity of the events and what is expected of planners is more demanding as well, according to a new report from American Express Meetings & Events and a survey conducted by Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 17, 2021

Editor’s Note: Meeting professionals are still pivoting on the regular and can learn a lot from the experiences of their peers. She said, “This isn’t ideal, but, I have a captive audience of customers and suppliers that want to meet. One way in and out, which provided max safety and visibility for sponsors.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Record and sponsor your breakout sessions. You can put content on a private or public YouTube channel with sponsor content at the beginning or end of the recording. This is a win-win-win; attendees and the public can view the content anytime, sponsors gain additional exposure, and you receive additional revenue.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Editor’s Note: As we celebrate the 2023 Meeting Professionals of the Year , we thought it fitting to go back to a 2020 Meeting Professionals of the Year winner, John Cruz, senior corporate meeting planner with BlueCross of North Carolina , for some perspective. Then, provide the extras that show you care. You have earned it!

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

In a world of lockdowns and social distancing, virtual platforms took over the function of event venues (and then some). T he virtual venue is one of the most important decisions you can make for your long-term event strategy. The Venue Map allows your guests to easily guide themselves. And so naturally, the market followed.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

After two years of testing streaming platforms, meeting professionals are asking for more comprehensive solutions and a number of event technology companies have risen to the challenge. How it impacts you: Automated back-end processes allow you to better manage speakers, sponsors, staff and meetings.

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Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 4, 2024

How about sponsors? In this post, we’ve compiled 51 must-ask event survey questions that you can paste directly into your post-event surveys to gain crucial insights into the attendee, sponsor, and employee experience. Measure ROI for sponsors and exhibitors. What do your attendees think about your event?

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Whether they’re exhibitors, sponsors, vendors, the B2B partners that are interested in these live events, how to better match them with the live event organizers and with the event properties” “The other piece of what we do is, we have a marketplace”, he continues. “We call it a sponsorship marketplace.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

That being said, Zoom is often a good enough tool for broadcasts , announcements , and regular meetings with little interactions. A virtual venue. Zoom is just a video call, while the event platform is a virtual venue. You can flaunt a brand as part of the decor, which can especially delight your sponsors and exhibitors.

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Endless Events

MARCH 17, 2020

And what will you do to keep your sponsors happy? Consider Your Sponsors and Exhibitors . You could also allow attendees to click on a link to schedule a 1:1 meeting with the exhibitor if they are interested. . Virtual Sponsors. You have visualized how to keep your exhibitors and sponsors happy. Exhibitors .

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 6, 2025

Conference management is so much more than just booking a venue and sending out invitationsits a comprehensive process that covers every stage of planning, organizing, and executing a successful conference or large-scale event. Understanding the Dynamics of Conference Management What is Conference Management?

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

For example, planners can aim to improve networking opportunities , sponsor and exhibitor engagement , session attendance , or brand recognition. You can also use gamified challenges to highlight your sponsors or show your audience what matters to you. Similarly, if you want people to network, set up missions around meeting new people.

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Endless Events

MAY 28, 2021

Friends and family are already gathering for casual meet-ups, and smaller-scale events are popping up everywhere, signaling that our industry might be ready to make a slow return to its former state – and even achieve higher heights, given that the lessons learned don’t go to waste. What is provided by you or the venue?

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Endless Events

APRIL 19, 2021

Hybrid events offer the opportunity to expand an event’s reach, engagement, and return on investment for speakers, exhibitors, and sponsors. It involves multiple venues networked together to offer scale and intimacy while keeping attendee numbers within safety guidelines. But how, you may ask? Enter the hub and spoke method.

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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. Second, venue. Then there are your sponsors and exhibitors. Going hybrid is an experiential process.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

As the end of the year draws near, everyone is trying to one-up each other when it comes to corporate event and meeting themes. Which theme will make both sponsors and event goers happy? Or, maybe rent out some campgrounds and have an instant venue for your next event. How to Make Your Meeting Theme Memorable.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Smart Meetings chatted with Sophia Hyder Hock , chief inclusion officer for Destinations International, on the importance of inclusion and accessibility in the meetings industry. Smart Meetings Why are these discussions and resources about inclusion and accessibility in the meeting and events industry meaningful?

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Make sure you consider these high-ticket items at a minimum: Venue Speakers Food and beverage Furniture and equipment Staffing (event coordinators, clean up, security, etc.) Source Event Sponsors One of the biggest hurdles for event planners is cost. To find event sponsors, you must start your search ASAP. What’s your budget?

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Smart Meetings

MAY 12, 2021

For groups looking to branch out and meet face-to-face, Loudoun offers a fresh take on meetings. D iscover a mix of unique venues – and unique advantages for planners and attendees – in this scenic and inspiring setting, just 25 miles west of Washington, DC. Beyond Venues: Advantages of Meeting in Loudoun.

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Endless Events

APRIL 8, 2022

It seems that the asynchronous communication trend has also started making waves in the meeting and events industry , namely as asynchronous hybrid events. 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. They’re the meeting place of your community.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Sponsored by Ontario Convention & Visitors Bureau. The 225,000 square foot venue features 36 luxury suites located on two levels and a continuous concourse hosting a variety of concession and refreshment stands, merchandise kiosks, the San Manuel VIP Club and other fan amenities. Start with a good breakfast. Go al fresco.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

On top of the ask, that exact meeting participant may miss telling their children bedtime stories, attending their soccer games, or being present for milestone events like their child’s first steps or words. If that is the case for your attendees, here is a checklist of things to look for from a venue and the benefits of traveling this way.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 1, 2025

Plan with Confidence Elevating Excellence: Why Meeting Planners Are Choosing the Pennsylvania Convention Center With over one million square feet of saleable space and the largest ballroom in the northeast, the Pennsylvanian Convention Center offers meeting planners an unbeatable blend of scale, service, and sustainability.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Is it when your attendee walks through the doors of your venue or logs on to your virtual event platform? Have the onsite event registration equipment ready to go two weeks before the event and meet the onsite technician to ensure your event registration is properly set up. Or is it much earlier, at event registration?

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 7, 2019

Rounding out the top three challenges: working with a tighter budget and locking down sponsors. Livestreaming is also more popular at events, with 40 percent incorporating the hybrid meeting format. The post Budget Increases Are on the Rise in 2019 appeared first on Smart Meetings. Demand for Green and Safe.

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Endless Events

MAY 24, 2021

Rather than just clicking around in an interface and selecting that attendee, you’re now able to walk up to them and meet them for the first time, like you would at an in-person event.” Other platforms have really expanded on what it means to be a virtual exhibitor or a virtual sponsor.”

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Endless Events

MAY 22, 2020

This platform is the place through which you, your attendees, your speakers, the sponsors, and the entertainment will connect. Much like an in-person event needs a venue where everyone comes together, a virtual event is inevitably in need of a platform where attendees can gather.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 23, 2022

What meeting planners may be pleased to discover is Asheville’s potential for hosting eventful gatherings. Executives and meetings professionals in search of locations to hold meetings, executive retreats, conferences, and incentive trips will be inspired by Asheville’s spirit, scenic beauty, and fresh mountain air.”.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Foster Lasting Relationships Events are really all about relationships, so your event plan should prioritize fostering lasting connections with attendees, sponsors and partners. Showing up once a year to ask for money isn’t the best way to ensure you have valuable sponsors each year. Check the blog for more insights on the industry.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

The venue was perfect and the speakers top-notch. Speakers want to present remotely, and attendees and sponsors are starting to drop off. What if travel policies change, and speakers, attendees and sponsors start to cancel? Do they want to meet virtually or in person? You planned a spectacular event. Know your audience.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 1, 2019

Sustainable meetings are now a requirement, rather than a luxury, but smart event professionals are integrating other green elements into their agendas to surprise and delight. The post Green Meetings Redefined appeared first on Smart Meetings. The post Green Meetings Redefined appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

But before you get too entrenched in booking speakers or drawing up venue contracts, it’s best to think about how you’ll get results from an in-person event. Data is the best way to improve your future events, so when in doubt, rely on event platforms for in-person meetings, conferences, and events to see what you can improve for next time.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Exhibitors and sponsors can also enjoy the benefits of attendance tracking at events. Attendance tracking helps exhibitors and sponsors understand their audience better. According to Skift Meetings’ research , 52% of event profs define event ROI by staying within their budgets. GIVE VALUE TO EXHIBITORS.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

How to master the New Green RFP In Smart Meetings’ latest Smart Chat Live webinar, “ How to Master the New Green RFP ,” attendees learned about how to create a sustainable RFP and prioritize sustainability in every area of their sourcing processes. See the webinars Smart Meetings has coming up, and register to attend here.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

“Think of the platform as your digital venue. You don’t pick the venue first and then decide what kind of event you’re going to put into it. So how do you find new venues? First, they talk about event platforms for meetings with 10 people or less. So let’s talk about all these platforms that exist!

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Endless Events

MARCH 11, 2022

Hybrid events vary based on the number of virtual and in-person attendees, the number of venues, synchronous versus asynchronous content delivery, and many more variables. When built upon innovative event technology solutions , they can drive more value for stakeholders, sponsors, exhibitors, and attendees alike. Let’s explore!

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