Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

When Richmond, Virginia, hosted the 2024 Wheelchair Basketball National Tournament in April, Richmond Region Tourism teamed up with local organizations with expertise in disability etiquette to make sure the athletes had an inclusive and welcoming experience throughout the destination.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Much like a team captain in sports has the job of rallying his teammates and pumping them up to win the game, an event team captain also rallies the team. Handling everything from catering to scheduling activities, the program administrators organize all the fine details of the event. Selecting a venue. Choosing a caterer.

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The MICE Blog

JULY 8, 2024

This unique venue was the top choice for the official event opening. That same year, the association ‘Verein Netzwerk Neubad’ was established, and the venue reopened on 1 September 2013. Its architecture sparked many conversations at the Go Sustainable event because it’s not a typical corporate venue.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 15, 2023

We have three restaurants at the District, four retail venues, and the highlight is a 70,000 sq. in size and a 6,000-square-foot event space where meeting participants could listen to their chairman speaking on the video screen or watching a sporting event. Frisco has the moniker of “Sports City, USA.” Golf is a new component.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 13, 2022

Globally, the Covid-19 pandemic showed destination organizations that we are ready and capable of handling the unexpected. Opportunities are endless.”. – Kayla Adams , sports sales manager, Greensboro Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. “I’m The future of travel and tourism is now.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 24, 2023

Read More : When Mother Nature Is an Unwanted Attendee at Your Meeting or Event A sporting event being held in a high occupancy stadium will have more dynamic risks than a conference due to the size of the venue and activities taking place. For security, implement measures to protect attendees and the event venue.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 13, 2022

The creation of the event’s multiscreen queue system, using a combination of digital signage on screens, physical signage in the form of colored decals, and audiovisual cues, navigation though the venue was made easy. The Special Olympics USA Game organizers were extremely happy with the outcome of the digital elements of the queue system.”.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 29, 2024

The organizers at Quest wanted their event to resemble something like the SXSW music and film festival, which is held annually in Austin, Texas. We had a big challenge, because last year at Virgin Las Vegas [for Quest’s NXT FY24], it was all sports themed. What was created could give that event a run for its money.

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The MICE Blog

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

From 17-18 August I visited seven venues that are centrally located around the city centre, either accessible by foot or under 30 minutes by public transport. On-site catering: the venue has on site catering with locally sourced ingredients. On-site catering: the venue has on site catering with locally sourced ingredients.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 26, 2022

Be respectful of your attendees’ time; make sure every moment has value by complementing your must-see activities with lighter moments of surprise and delight sprinkled throughout the agenda and venue. Read More : Sports Arenas and Stadiums: On Game for Meeting Planners This Year. Transfer to the venue or lodging. Lobby area.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 28, 2023

With a focus on the future of the industry and a reinvigoration for the importance of meetings, Smart Meetings has listed ways in which leading organizations are recognizing the national holiday and avenues for getting involved to ensure the importance and sentiment behind GMID is celebrated every day of the year.

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Add to its colorful history an abundance of Atlanta meeting venues, and you can’t go wrong with this Georgia peach of a city! From historical sites to contemporary marvels, Atlanta’s unique venues provide a backdrop that’s as diverse as the city itself.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 21, 2022

In a report by World Travel & Tourism Council and JLL, “ Destination 2030: Global Cities’ Readiness For Sustainable Tourism Growth ,” the two organizations take a look at the cities making tourism sustainable. Read More : Roundup of Post-Event Life for Olympic Venues. Between 2005 and 2017, London saw an increase of 10.8

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Jennifer Beindorf Research over the past two years shows that event attendance continues to increase—from business/industry events to music festivals and sporting events. One of the biggest reasons for this trend is that people desire to share meaningful, unique experiences with others—aka their “tribe.”

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Endless Events

APRIL 6, 2018

Their report highlights just how much variety is available in this field, with non-hotel venues getting almost as many bookings as their more traditional counterparts. The entertainment and sports industry, for example, make heavy use of events. That’s why it falls upon us as event organizers to secure it for them.

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Endless Events

JULY 5, 2018

According to International Meetings Review, a small poll in 2017 found that almost half of event organizers aren’t considering virtual attendance for their events. That’s why we’re going to jump in and explore the potential virtual participation has for the event industry, from small conferences through to live sporting events.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Canyon on Third offers 80,000 square feet of transformative outdoor space at Phoenix Convention Center & Venues. But its talents extend way beyond the court, making this venue a top pick for meeting planners scouting locations for all kinds of gatherings.

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Social Tables

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

How much do you feel you still truly understand venue marketing in today’s ever-involving digital world of snaps, stories, fluctuating industry relationships and new commission structures? Step 1: Understand your Venue Marketing Discoverability Influence. Times, they be a changin’. And really, who doesn’t like thinking about pie?

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 9, 2016

There is nothing like a good sporting event to promote sportsmanship and friendly competition. If you’re planning your first sporting event, there may be some questions running through your mind over what is required in terms of logistics and venue layout. This is a pivotal question to ask the venue administrator.

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Solimar International

MAY 8, 2022

Learn about one of the most interesting Virginia Destination Management Organizations here. What is the role of Virginia Destination Management Organizations in working with this national brand? I received a minor in Hospitality and Tourism which is how I learned about tourism management and destination marketing organizations.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Another sign of top organizations: They communicate. “It’s not about being the best, it’s about being your best!” Extraordinary teams have common goals and that means everyone is willing to make personal sacrifices for a shared win. True communication requires honesty and enthusiasm. For Cavers, wellness was the enduring shift.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 23, 2024

Mercedes Miller Mercedes Miller, The ATL Airport District Convention & Visitors Bureau Miller takes on the role of president of The ATL Airport District Convention & Visitors Bureau , the destination marketing organization for the cities of College Park, Hapeville and Union City, following Cookie Smoak’s retirement.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 10, 2022

In “Focusing on Accessibility at the Destination Level,” Brooks and Pingston spoke on how destination marketing organizations (DMOs) can make travel easier for everyone. When Cannon was six, Hoops and his family moved to Indianapolis, where he joined the destination marketing organization. No need to hunt through pages and sub-pages.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

In the pre-Covid days, meeting organizers could often estimate attendance based on the previous year’s behavior. Today, to coax attendees out of their homes, event organizers will have to give them a reason to get on a plane. Dean suggested a co-management arrangement with the venue and the destination.

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Social Tables

AUGUST 9, 2022

Golf tournaments are great for most ages, allow participants to spend time outdoors getting to know one another, often raise money, and so much more, making them one of the most fun sports-related events to plan. Not sure how to organize a golf tournament for a charity, fundraising event, or social outing? Choose your venue.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 26, 2018

Events are all about creating connections—connections between attendees, connections between an organization and its members, connections between a brand and its audience. People Organizer: This is a great way to group attendees together who have similar backgrounds and shared interests. Networking games that focus on teamwork: 3.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Allison is senior vice president of strategy and growth for meetings, conventions and exhibitions for Oak View Group (OVG), a venue development and investment company for the sports and live entertainment industry. Chandra Allison. She has been with the company since 2016, previously working as assistant director of the spa.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 19, 2022

Team-building Programs Enable Your Organization to do Well by Doing Good. For example, programs may involve assembling bicycles or musical instruments to donate to an organization serving underprivileged kids; building wheelchairs for a disabled veterans group; or packing canned and boxed goods for local food banks and soup kitchens.

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 15, 2023

As the Live Music Capital of the World® , Austin offers a vibrant metro area with many remarkable event venues. This means you can find a venue that perfectly suits your event’s capacity and budgetary needs. The city also offers a variety of discounts and incentives for businesses and organizations that host events in Austin.

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Social Tables

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Whether you are fundraising for a massive organization like the Red Cross, or raising money for a local animal shelter, this post is for you. Establishing event objectives early will help organizers choose the right fundraiser type to fit their mission and secure the necessary participants.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 12, 2022

In their roles as venue executives, Patricia Muzquiz Cantor (from left), Joyce Leveston, Teri Orton, and Antonieta Gámez Sánchez are dealing with the talent crisis and its fallout. We have been making some changes in how we hire staff in order to give them better career opportunities in our venue and offer better conditions.”.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

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 your next adventure with us – visit GOcvb.org.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 26, 2023

But local organizations such as the Downtown Seattle Association have partnered with local businesses and community members to return their towns to their former glory through an equitable and inclusive approach with the intent of benefitting everyone.

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Bizzaboo

JULY 25, 2023

More than 9,000 years ago, Phoenix was overrun by mammoths and nomadic tribes and there wasn’t a Phoenix event venue in sight. If you’re looking to plan an event in this growing metropolis, you’ll want to take a peek at these 26 great Phoenix event venues. The Nash is an intimate venue with a capacity of up to 145 guests.

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Social Tables

MARCH 19, 2019

The venue you select really matters. Stay within your spending limit but be sure to find a venue that’s perfect for your theme. Use your theme to determine your venue, event activities, wardrobe, food & beverage, and decor. You can just as easily add a unique twist to any sporting event. Which includes most people.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 7, 2022

Massive stage lifts, moment-defining foggers, and compelling mobilators (conveyors that allow the stages to move in any direction) brought the arena to life throughout the week, and the sports arena setting made the entire meeting feel like a true celebration, with associates and shareholders cheering on “team Walmart.”.

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Endless Events

JULY 18, 2018

Planning more interactive items at venues. Once you have the information about individual event goers, you can set up your event app to guide them to sessions or locations in the event venue that will be of most interest to them. Sporting amenities. Does your research show that your attendees are sports-mad?

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