Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

After an almost two-year hiatus, planners and event organizers who have moved ahead with physical-only events have been disappointed with attendance. Either way, meeting planners need to organize with both online and physical attendees in mind. Preparation matters. Pick the low-hanging fruit. Account for accessibility.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

On Friday, October 21, we presented a webinar in partnership with Southeast Tourism Society with introductory information to GA4 for tourism organizations. Here are a few of the major changes that may be most important for tourism organizations. . . Thank you to all of those who attended the webinar. Universal Analytics .

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Endless Events

APRIL 1, 2022

Finding, pitching, and keeping event sponsors is not a gamble – it’s a process that event planners need to carefully prepare for. And vice versa – event planners should prepare questions for sponsors too and assess whether they fit their ideal sponsor persona. . Event sponsors are not just a source of financial aid.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Brand promotion in virtual events should not just be limited to the platform hosting the event itself, but must also factor in the other places where your organization has an existing presence. All of your hard work in preparing for virtual events will eventually pay dividends, so it is definitely worth putting in the effort.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 19, 2024

After a few years, she began to prepare. Preparing for the Exam Since the start, Carvalho has been committed to self-education in the events industry. Then, I would just have to go back and read my summaries when preparing for the exam.” When I saw the ‘Pass’ on the screen, it was a great moment of accomplishment for me.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 27, 2018

Being transparent about the purpose prepares attendees for getting the most out of your event. Pillar Project regularly organizes fintech breakfast meetings in London. For large scale events, it’s worth connecting with commercial partners who are prepared to sponsor and promote the event to their customer base.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Preparing for the Exam Nguyen was exposed to the CMP designation early on. Because conversation is so advantageous to her learning, working and discussing the course content with a study group was the best way she could have prepared. She remembers organizing an EAO FAM tour for about 30 executive administrators.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

We’d started preparing for everybody having to work from home and a lot of those kinds of things. So from a backend organizational side, we’d prepare it a little bit. Because the last thing anyone wants is their organization to be in the news for all the wrong reasons. And we’re still doing that today.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

You need creative vision, planning and organization, budget management, marketing, promotion, collaboration, adaptability, time management and, of course, the ability to create a memorable experience,” she says. As she prepared to graduate, she took on a role as a marketing coordinator at a major healthcare company.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 9, 2025

Stay up to date on the fires movements and be prepared to evacuate. Ways to help: The California Fire Foundation partners with local organizations to provide support to those affected by wildfires, both in the short and long term. Red flag warnings have been extended for Los Angeles County.

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The MICE Blog

MARCH 27, 2025

After the main contact left the DMC, communication was initially bumpy, leaving the organization without a Saturday evening venue. The organization promotes travel by public transport and has been compensating for the entire event for years. At IMEX Koepelkerk venue was recommended.

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Endless Events

APRIL 10, 2020

The best thing you can do to start this journey off with the right foot is to be prepared. The number of attendees, sales, engagement, profit, new contacts – whatever is relevant to you and your organization. What specific organization goals will this event help you achieve? What are the goals of your virtual event?

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Traveler's Q

APRIL 3, 2023

Organizing a corporate event can be a difficult and stressful task. Additionally, staying organized and utilizing resources such as experienced professionals can help you ensure that all aspects of the event are properly taken care of. You can download free charts that contain a timeline for what should be done and when.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 12, 2023

The event organizers behind the Oscars recognized the restaurant’s popularity and decided to bring Puck’s culinary creations directly to the awards show—leading to the launch of Wolfgang Puck Catering (WPC). Having different stations where diners choose how things are prepared is also a great option,” she said. “It

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

MAY 15, 2023

That’s why our 2023 Outlook will cover a broader range of topics – to help prepare you to make 2023 and beyond successful for your organization. On average, people are booking trips farther in advance than in 2019, with half of respondents already planning trips for summer.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

So, in face of data points like these, it’s only natural that several aspects of the industry are preparing for the upcoming shift. But as we previously discussed , venues are already preparing for this through the GBAC Star Accreditation. And this, of course, includes venues! Financial Incentives.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

event planning firm that organizes custom events for mission-focused organizations and individuals. Because of them, I am poised and prepared…I am a better manager, writer…a comprehensive and well-rounded events professional. Preparing for the Exam Legrand had known about the CMP designation for years as an event professional.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 10, 2023

By being prepared for any last-minute disruptions, you can go into your event confident that you and your team will know how to handle anything thrown at you. Hargrove, however, was prepared with a swift response. These connections allowed them to work with official organizations to help them run their event smoothly.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Responses like “because we do it every year” or “I don’t know, I was just told to organize it” indicate a lack of clarity about the event’s objectives. This timeline ensures both the production team and speakers are adequately prepared, contributing to a smooth event flow.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 10, 2021

In California’s Napa Valley , sampling wines at vineyards has long been accompanied by a prepared foods cold case amid the logowear, corkscrews, and other wine-related merchandise for purchase in the tasting room. Helena offers small bites using ingredients from its own organic farm. ” Napa Valley. Long Meadow Ranch in St.

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Endless Events

JUNE 29, 2020

Some of the primary upcoming concerns for event organizers will include re-organizing events with the limited timescale, adhering to strict safety guidelines to protect their guests and attendees, and discover solutions that potentially curb the spread of the virus. The second half of 2020, however, looks positive.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 31, 2025

To prepare, a local organizing committee is creating a series of playbooks to make it easier for locals and local businesses to benefit from that attention while abiding by FIFA rules. Learn More: Brand USA Focus on Special Events The number one thing to remembering is that this is for us, Saling said.

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ADMEI

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Because, according to SITE’s latest IT&ME Survey of corporate event organizers, 81% say trade shows like IMEX are the best way to make new connections. It's much easier to prepare for a few targeted meetings than to navigate a sea of strangers. Come prepared with a few go-to conversation starters. Take advantage of these!

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Preparing for the Exam Having worked in sales roles, she says “I wasn’t sure that I had the applicable experience to pass it.” She joined a virtual study group to prepare. Despite her doubts, in early 2016, she began studying for the exam anyway. In 2017, she passed on her first try.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 27, 2021

The organization says planners of in-person events should promote healthy behaviors among attendees and prepare for the possibility of infection. Those who have not been vaccinated should continue to wear a face mask. The CDC still advises meeting professionals to avoid large gatherings when possible. To date, more than half of U.S.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 4, 2024

Movement, such as organized workouts or casual walking sessions, increases blood flow and supports neuroplasticity, making attendees more receptive to information. Event planners can schedule morning yoga sessions, offer fitness center access, and organize interactive activities like scavenger hunts or fun runs.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 23, 2022

In addition to brainstorming what post-pandemic proposals should include and what elements of the event and its preparation should be emphasized, both leaders zeroed in on the power of partnerships amid conversations over RFPs. For the full discussion on developing better RFPs, listen on-demand. An Appetite for True Partnership.

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Techsytalk

MAY 30, 2019

Little or no preparation: It is near impossible to prepare and learn a presentation in a day. If you go in without practicing, your audience will quickly notice your lack of preparation. Adequate preparation will also help you control your nerves. Maintain eye contact as much as possible, so they don’t feel ignored.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 2, 2024

After spending quality time at LEED Platinum-certified Bardessono Hotel & Spa (one of only three in California that meet that sustainability standard), we were curious about what elements could be adopted from the organic feel of the historic boutique property.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 27, 2022

To account for the diversity of habits, personalities and wants, American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) put together a list of the most common “personas” and provided suggestions on how to make every type of attendee feel comfortable, included, engaged and prepared during your event. In-person Events. Main Takeaways.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 18, 2022

“We’re much more prepared to deal with the pandemic now than we were two years ago. “Different organizations have different demographics in their attendee base,” agrees Keaton. Karmen wants to know what are the consequences for organizations that will postpone their events.

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Traveler's Q

JUNE 29, 2023

With them, your corporate event’s organization will be clean and clear. This would be so that they can come prepared and avoid any potential legal issues. Remember, forewarned is forearmed, and a little preparation can go a long way in keeping your guests secure. Be respectful of the local customs.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

I have always and always will advocate that that’s why we start with the destination organization…take a step back and think of this in the RFP in three very manageable buckets.” If a meeting organization booked 500 room nights in Kissimmee through our incentive, we are going to plant 500 trees [on their behalf].”

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Sustainability Education Manufacturing Incentives 264

Endless Events

MARCH 26, 2019

Kevin is a recurring guest, with d ecades of experience telling organizations’ stories through the design and production of live events. Kevin and Will walk us through the issue of commoditization in the event industry, how it all started, what are the consequences, and how professionals can adequately prepare themselves to tackle it.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

The first one is that it prepares you for meetings with stakeholders and with so many other people. “So when you have the strategy first, it really prepares you for these meetings. So us, being a PR and event production company, people can jump on phones with us and they just start talking about their event needs.

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Virtual Events Events Sponsors Benefits 364

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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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Ask organizers if there is a photography policy and stick to it. Most organizers let people know which tags to use for their photos when posting them across different platforms. Share news and feedback from the event and offer that resource to the event organizers. Include: An event overview. The location. Number of people.

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