Smart Meetings

AUGUST 9, 2024

Smart Meetings reached out to Laura Pallotta, regional vice president of sales and distribution of Canada Marriott International, who offered up some insights to the latest relevant travel trends for planners looking to sculpt an international experience. association customers.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

GBT found that business travel is far from crushed under the weight of shifting business goals, and instead, is taking new shape as a prime and prepared vessel for reinvigorating inclusive, successful company cultures. Read More : 7 Business Travel Trends Set to Shape 2022. We learned quickly how well the remote model worked.

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The MICE Blog

AUGUST 11, 2021

The second part of Events Reimagined by Hubilo focused on presenting key virtual and hybrid event trends that we’ll see more of going forward and shared advice on how best to adapt. . A remote location is forever. You will have forever-remote companies. How to Prepare for Hybrid. People were crying and excited.

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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. Louis in 2025 in the expanded convention center campus.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 2, 2022

The capabilities of Remote Simultaneous Interpretation ( RSI ) have reached new heights, elevating the events industry and the experiences it creates for attendees. Braaten explained that since enabling interpreters to work remotely, instead of from on-site booths, simultaneous interpretation setups are now more scalable and cost-efficient.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 5, 2023

Gungadin agreed, noting that the industry is in a “much better position” with managing work remotely due to the pandemic. And if you put the event aside itself, the first thing to tackle was, ‘How do we work remotely?’ Now, Gungadin said, almost every company knows how to function remotely.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

However, with experiential experiences and wellness-oriented focuses from resorts trending now more than ever, meeting profs can explore destinations that are less business-oriented and more “off-the-grid.” The secluded casitas offer almost complete privacy and blend indoor/outdoor living with tented ceilings.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Imagine crafting an event like preparing a Thanksgiving dinner, where every ingredient, every dish, and every seat at the table has been considered with intention and care. This isn’t just a trend; it’s a bridge, extending connection to all. Our recipe continues with an emphasis on psychological safety and inclusivity.

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Convene by PCMA

MAY 2, 2022

In its report “The Future 100: 2022,” creative agency, consultancy, and technology company Wunderman Thompson has identified 100 trends across industries — from culture to health to travel and hospitality — that will shape the way we live and work this year and beyond. Not I, but apparently we can thank Sweden for this trend.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 25, 2023

Read More : New and Renovated: Austin Exploration and Sunny Shores Cvent Top Meeting Hotels | North America Many hoteliers leveraged the downtime in 2020 and 2021 to invest in upgrades and renovations to prepare their properties for the post-pandemic travel boom. For example, Grand Hyatt Nashville (No. 4), ARIA Resort & Casino (No.

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DCI

JANUARY 30, 2023

It’s that time – travel trends for 2023 are out and everyone is predicting what this year’s top buzzwords will be. Fortunately, we follow the research and rather than just guessing, so we have a pretty good idea of which trends are bonafide. Working from Roam” Remote working programs will get savvier.

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MeetingsNet

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Meetings that feature a wider purpose along with opportunities for teambuilding, wellness, creative endeavors, F&B preparation—and pickleball—are what’s being seen by one major conference-resort operator. Meetings are often aiming for a wider purpose beyond the stated business goals.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 11, 2023

Whereas, when you have content specifically created for remote audiences, you can repurpose your message, which makes it easier to get people to view that content later on.” If your company is launching a product in six weeks, there’s no way you can prepare a massive in-person event. But you can do that virtually.”

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 6, 2025

Business Conferences: These conferences focus on industry trends, networking opportunities, and professional development, enabling participants to stay updated on the latest advancements and connect with industry peers.

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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. Negotiating, preparing the proposal and closing the deal build adrenaline and propel the company forward. Current SKO trends. It’s called SUBMERGE. .

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 3, 2022

Event professionals know no matter how well prepared you are for an event, the possibility of something going wrong is always there (a la Murphy’s law). With Sands’ AI detecting software, roughly 80% of issues can be solved remotely, saving huge amounts of time.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

These days, Will and Brandt are bringing in exciting guests to talk about the hottest trends in event technology. You can use your fingers to do things and you don’t need your remotes.” It’s Monday and there’s no better way to kick off a week than with a brand new episode of Event Tech Podcast.

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Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 5, 2022

To zero in on what we can expect — from event technology predictions to what the biggest challenges will be — we reached out to some of the top Event Experience Leaders for their take on event industry trends to come. Want to skip straight to the insights and event industry trends from our top leaders? Chardia Christophe-Garcia.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2022

He pointed out that virtual events have always been a critical part of the marketing mix, but old-school webinars have been put on “steroids” and are now much better at delivering Return on Attention (RoA) as new features are “humanizing” remote experiences by giving people the tools to react, express their feelings and play. “We

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AltexSoft Travel

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Prepare to see more tech magic on our dazzling journey to hotels that have already made the future become reality. Instead of browsing through websites and waiting in line at the front desk, simply open the hotel app, take a virtual tour around the property, make a reservation, and check in remotely while you’re still on your way.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 27, 2023

For those unfamiliar with the term, a digital nomad works remotely and travels full-time, often staying in one location for only a short period. I was fascinated and wanted to understand how hotels and destinations were preparing for the return of travel. The lifestyle can be challenging, which leads Will to ask how she manages it.

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The MICE Blog

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Another new trend involves going local. There can be, for example, an important client video conference for just five people to be hosted with perhaps another 30 people remotely.’ So, we are doing the event hybrid, and speakers and attendees can join remotely.’. ‘We Mr Winkler shared, ‘These requests are highly short term.

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Endless Events

JUNE 20, 2023

Plan a Digitally-Connected Event Events are already trending towards digital-first spaces, but this is a must-have for Gen Z audiences. Ideally, plan a hybrid event that allows for either in-person connection or remote attendance. When you target a Gen Z audience, prepare your customer service team for more social media queries.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 31, 2022

Gioia, publisher of the weekly Herman Trends Alerts, added a sense of urgency to that advice: “Those who do not look to — or prepare for — the future,” she said, “are destined to be its victims.”. Having foresight requires that you recognize and think through the potential impact of trends. A soft trend may or may not happen.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 17, 2022

It is important, as an industry, that we understand these changes, and the reasons for them, and we are prepared to drive our own evolution, supported by robust technology. The trend is most prevalent in North Asia where there’s been a 42% switch from FSCs to LCCs. Cost remains a key consideration.

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One10 Marketing

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

With emerging trends such as increased layoffs, hybrid and remote work, and a heightened focus on wellness and mental health, how you engage and motivate team members is becoming quite complex. IRF Trend #2: Scaling Back and Ramping Up This is an interesting “push/pull” trend. And that translates into feeling valued.

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DCI

JANUARY 6, 2022

While some travel industry trends are fleeting, others catch on and become part of everything we do. Here’s our look at 2022 travel trends. The media so often treats things like diversity and sustainability as trends, with a lot of lip service and greenwashing making real change slow. Trend #1: Attract the Right Travelers.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 8, 2023

Beware Confirmation Bias For those looking for certainty, ALHI CEO Mike Dominguez warned that there is a lot of conflicting news out there about everything from whether remote work is a passing fad or a permanent shift to a possible recession and continued inflation “My advice for overthinkers is to just focus on the next step,” he said.

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Convene by PCMA

MAY 15, 2023

McKinsey surveyed more than 2,500 business leaders around the world to identify the top 10 most significant trends and provided suggestions on what organizations can do to navigate them. Only half of the leaders said that their organizations are well-prepared to predict and react to external shocks.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Imagine crafting an event like preparing a Thanksgiving dinner, where every ingredient, every dish, and every seat at the table has been considered with intention and care. This isn’t just a trend; it’s a bridge, extending connection to all. Our recipe continues with an emphasis on psychological safety and inclusivity.

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Traveler's Q

MARCH 7, 2024

This blog will provide you with unique and impactful networking event trends that are taking the corporate world by storm. The Latest Trends for Events in 2024 Gamification Gamification is undoubtedly going to be one of the most significant trends in corporate events in 2024. Let’s dive in!

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 12, 2021

As the pandemic stretches on, those planning in-person events need one or more backup plans, he said, including preparing strategies for shifting meetings to virtual or hybrid events. Hire speakers to present remotely rather than cover the travel, lodging, and other costs associated with presenting in person.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Imagine crafting an event like preparing a Thanksgiving dinner, where every ingredient, every dish, and every seat at the table has been considered with intention and care. This isn’t just a trend; it’s a bridge, extending connection to all. Our recipe continues with an emphasis on psychological safety and inclusivity.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Imagine crafting an event like preparing a Thanksgiving dinner, where every ingredient, every dish, and every seat at the table has been considered with intention and care. This isn’t just a trend; it’s a bridge, extending connection to all. Our recipe continues with an emphasis on psychological safety and inclusivity.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Imagine crafting an event like preparing a Thanksgiving dinner, where every ingredient, every dish, and every seat at the table has been considered with intention and care. This isn’t just a trend; it’s a bridge, extending connection to all. Our recipe continues with an emphasis on psychological safety and inclusivity.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Imagine crafting an event like preparing a Thanksgiving dinner, where every ingredient, every dish, and every seat at the table has been considered with intention and care. This isn’t just a trend; it’s a bridge, extending connection to all. Our recipe continues with an emphasis on psychological safety and inclusivity.

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DCI

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

See the key takeaways from the session and download DCI and the Site Selector’s Guilds’ The State of the Site Selection report for an in- depth analysis of each of these trends. What’s New in Risk Mitigation? The panel began by discussing the state of risk mitigation, an influencing factor that has changed rapidly over the past few decades.

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