Endless Events

MARCH 2, 2022

The community model has established itself as one of the biggest event trends of 2022. With it comes the community model: an opportunity to stay connected with your audience, exhibitors, and sponsors throughout the entire year rather than just for several days. IMEX also recognizes community as one of the biggest event trends.

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Let’s be real: networking in a virtual environment can sometimes feel a bit…awkward. As an event organizer, your job is to bridge that gap by designing a virtual networking experience thats seamless, interactive, and truly meaningful for attendees. The more specific they are, the better the connections they’ll make.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 27, 2025

She broke down the top five trends planners should look out for, and explained how they can incorporate these trends into their meetings. Sweatworking is the New Networking. Consider a choose your adventure day where attendees can do fun activities and network, without even realizing they are. Brain Breaks.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 6, 2025

In today’s fast-paced events industry, conferences have evolved into dynamic platforms for networking, knowledge sharing, and industry growth. On-Site Logistics: Coordinate with the venue to ensure its functionalities, such as adequate space for registration, breakout sessions, and networking areas, meet your requirements.

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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. As discussed in our 2022 Event Trends Guide , hybrid events are not simply in-person and virtual events put together. The ultimate asynchronous event is an event that never ends.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 29, 2018

From their stay at your designated accommodation, to the talks they will attend and to their networking and unwinding time, we’ve got you covered. On the other, you should also think about the best way a sponsor can add value to your event. Conference Networking: How to Help Attendees Make Meaningful Connections.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Some 180 education sessions throughout the week will keep you up to date on 10 hot-topic tracks, including technology, personal development, sustainability, research and trends. IMEXrun on Wednesday, sponsored by LVCVA, and Caesars Forum Walking Challenge by Heka Health can help you get a healthy start. Networking Central.

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Endless Events

MARCH 21, 2022

Other themes that were trending were Black History Month and Chinese New Year.” Also, it’s very easy to please your sponsors with the tools that they give you.” And the best show for our attendees, partners, and sponsors.” That could be networking. ” Sponsors, too, benefit from Remo.

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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. This includes opportunities for networking and engagement within the event, but also connections outside the event that will drive higher attendance year after year.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 10, 2023

On-site branding should be just one category in your sponsor inventory. Others include digital/print advertising, thought leadership, attendee/networking experiences, and VIP events. The first two steps are critical for organizing your sponsor data for analysis. Add a column to sort your sponsor inventory by type.

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The MICE Blog

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

Hubilo has launched a deep-dive events series to share the latest trends, tips and tricks, and next-level ideas for various virtual and hybrid events. During the event is for inspiration, energising and networking, and after the event is for reinforcement of what has been discussed at the SKO.’. Current SKO trends.

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ADMEI

MARCH 20, 2024

Reflections on ADMEI 2024 Annual Conference: “In the Zone” 20 March 2024 The 2024 ADMEI Annual Conference, aptly themed "In the Zone," delivered a powerful punch of education, networking, and industry insights for Destination Management Companies (DMCs) worldwide. Building Connections Expand your network.

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Traveler's Q

MARCH 7, 2024

Are you tired of attending the same boring networking events that feel more like a chore than an opportunity to connect with others in your industry? It’s time to ignite your networking game with innovative corporate event ideas that will leave a lasting impact on your professional development. Let’s dive in!

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 27, 2025

She broke down the top five trends planners should look out for, and explained how they can incorporate these trends into their meetings. Sweatworking is the New Networking. Consider a choose your adventure day where attendees can do fun activities and network, without even realizing they are. Brain Breaks.

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Endless Events

MAY 5, 2022

Event technology allows attendees to message each other before, during, and after the event , making it easier than ever for people to network. . Hosting a community on an event platform is an investment, but it can definitely pay off as it offers value to attendees and sponsors alike. Event Tech Assists Event Professionals.

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Endless Events

JUNE 15, 2022

Highlight your sponsors in organic ways. Think of ways you can join forces with your sponsors and have the attendees interact with both your products at the same time. For example, be mindful of pop culture trends or references that your target audience might appreciate and incorporate them into your experiential strategy.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Are we utilizing cannabis for networking, where alcohol is traditionally used? But from a networking standpoint? It’s been applied at networking events and when you’re going out with your friends. “It depends,” responds Deanna. It depends. “It It affects everyone differently. “In In 2023, it’s come a long way.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Each December the company that sets the global standard for color matching announces a color for the upcoming year meant to represent current trends, social and political events and global attitudes. Encouraging Networking Let’s say you’re planning a ballroom luncheon where you want your attendees to interact and socialize.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

Or you could be going to this networking component. And when you measure that amongst the whole groups of people, then you start looking at these trends. Or you might be able to have a coffee sponsor next year. Lots of information that you can gather from that individual or in trends from the group by and large.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Its loyal attendees come year after year, enjoying space to meet and network, and learn about the newest technologies and innovations. But based on the most recent marketing and event trends , we can categorize them into three broad types: Singular annual event strategy. After the event, they put all their content online on demand.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

It is a non-profit that organizes practitioner-based events and workshops and brings together companies to explore enterprise improvement methods, exchange best practices and network. In the app, participants build their schedules, check in to sessions, complete surveys and connect with speakers, sponsors and one another.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

Read More: 3 Rewarding Trends in Incentive Travel The upside of holding WEC in Mexico for the first time was that it accommodated the association’s fastest-growing audience, Latin American meeting professionals, which has had 60% growth over the last four years. Thanks to all the vendors, sponsors, student volunteers & speakers.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 30, 2023

are taking place, via networking events and presentations from industry professionals. The day involved a sponsor showcase; educational presentation by Kyle Jordan, director of meetings for Informs; and a networking reception. Greater Philadelphia Chapter held an event titled Meetings Matter: Trends and Tactics.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 19, 2024

Attending flagship events like PCMA Convening Leaders and MPI WEC has been instrumental in staying current on the latest trends in learning, technology, and the overall landscape,” she says. Whether it’s the dynamics of learning, socializing or networking, the deliberate infusion of design elements remains a constant.”

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 7, 2023

Certainly, trends could change quickly, but booking demand and pricing remains strong.” Savelli also didn’t anticipate the banking liquidity problems that hit Silicon Valley Bank and Credit Suisse will have long-term impacts on consumers. The networking is the point. The same goes for sponsors and exhibitors.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The global professional organization officially launched 50 years ago in 1973 in that very city and has since grown to include more than 2,000 members, delivering research, education and networking. Carina Bauer, CEO of IMEX Group, which sponsored this year’s awards praised the international reach of the programs honored.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 8, 2018

For example, set metrics to see if attendees are: increasing their knowledge about your brand, finding solutions to their business problems, networking effectively and creating new opportunities. Create data-driven reports for C-level executives, sponsors and stakeholders in mere minutes.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2022

We need to be more intentional about networking and create more intimate introductions,” she said. Experience with virtual programming even informed improved time-of-day network scheduling best practices. In-person events historically save networking for the end of the day.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 11, 2023

Its full suite of event management tools includes event registration and check-in, advanced analytics, mobile event apps, customizable branding and design, engagement and networking tools and more. Read More: State of Virtual Meeting Tools Attendees gather in an event space and meet sponsors, speakers and network with their community.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

In fact, this is one of our biggest 2018 Event Trends. Otherwise, you’ll not only make more work for yourself, you might also p**s off a few attendees (and even sponsors). Getting a certification also helps since it grows your network and adds some authority under your belt. Should I Gamify My Events? Venue Sourcing 101.

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Endless Events

MAY 10, 2018

From securing sponsors to organizing the AV and production needs, the planning process seems endless. It may be a lack of diversity or representation or even a disturbing trend that looks set to rock the foundations of your industry. What is the biggest cause for concern among your network? How do you find the right speakers?

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Will they get a chance to build strong relationships via networking? They’re usually more interactive and allow attendees to network with other participants in smaller groups, which is great for networking purposes too. Make Online Networking as Easy as Possible. Data-informed networking. Attendee profiles.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 26, 2023

The list below includes some of the favorite new technologies across The Opus Group network at Opus Agency , MAS , TENCUE and Verve. Sponsors can also drop white papers at expos, and attendees can receive mobile badges when they enter a venue.

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Bizzaboo

MAY 20, 2024

In both good and bad economic times, the most strategic events teams are always trying to land new sponsors to increase event exposure and bolster their budgets. When teams strategize event sponsor incentives, offering discounts is one of the first ideas they consider.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 16, 2024

There’s encouraging news in the Freeman Trends Report: 2024 Attendee Intent and Behavior , released Tuesday, Jan. Putting attendee goals first, Holsinger told Convene , “breaks some of the long-held models that, frankly, are exhibitor- and sponsor-centric in the way that we build our business models.”

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The MICE Blog

JANUARY 15, 2024

While the students don’t need hotel rooms for the most part, room allocation goes to speakers, sponsors and other guests who attend START Summit. They build extensive networks within the startup scene, and many former team members choose to stay in the startup ecosystem, either to launch their own ventures or to work for startups.

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Stova

JANUARY 9, 2025

How does the power of event networking extend beyond the buyer pool? Pre-Event Exhibitor Networking Sets the Stage for Collaboration Another way to tap into exhibitor symbiosis is to facilitate networking between exhibitors both before and during the event. Exhibitors could even consider a referral bonus program.

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