Endless Events

APRIL 27, 2018

It was Global Meetings Industry Day a while back so we peeked into the corporate meeting trends and statistics that have shaped the past year. One of the top influencers for the industry was TED which forever changed the speaker-audience format worldwide. Read more about how the industry is changing below. You can do better!

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Smart Meetings

JULY 15, 2024

That is why we cornered Cvent Senior Vice President of Sales Brian Ludwig at Cvent Connect in San Antonio to ask what he saw as the future of event technology—and what meeting profs can do now to prepare for it. In addition to asking about the venue, the food and the speaker on a scale of one to five, ask, “Did you feel that you belonged?”

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Endless Events

JANUARY 11, 2018

The speaker drones on, reading from their notecards or plain white powerpoint slides. You can efficiently learn so much actually listening to the speaker. Prepare ahead of time. Even the most famous public speakers don’t just wing it. Speakers need to tailor the content to their audience. So how do you do it?

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Smart Meetings

MAY 12, 2022

One trend that we are continuing to see is that of outdoor meetings. While I expect this trend to continue to rise in popularity, I am sharing my top tips to help ensure an unforgettable outdoor event this year. In terms of visual appeal, I have noticed a trend toward decor that enhances the natural setting of the outdoor venue.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 14, 2021

If there’s something 2020 has taught it’s that we can never be too prepared. Where speakers had years and years of experience of in-person engagements, they’re barely scratching the surface of virtual. The hot new trend in 2021 is accountability. Let us then explore the pros of virtual event rehearsals!

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ADMEI

MARCH 20, 2024

This year’s conference successfully attracted the highest attendance that ADMEI has seen in years with nearly 250 in attendance , from sponsors and exhibitors to speakers and attendees, including 91 first-time attendees. Exposure to the Latest Industry Trends Building expertise and credibility. Identifying new business opportunities.

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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. . As a serial entrepreneur and highly in-demand speaker, he experienced some of the most iconic events and organised his own. How to Prepare for Hybrid.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

As she prepared to graduate, she took on a role as a marketing coordinator at a major healthcare company. In the app, participants build their schedules, check in to sessions, complete surveys and connect with speakers, sponsors and one another. When she was young, she knew art wouldn’t necessarily offer her a lucrative career.

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Endless Events

APRIL 6, 2018

Meetingsbooker.com, one such platform, has opened up their statistics so event planners can understand current trends in the space. Just like event apps, tech stacks are becoming more and more prominent in helping professionals prepare for events. Get the Right Keynote Speaker for Your Events. Click To Tweet.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2023

SITE CEO Annette Gregg analyzes incentive travel for 2023 and predicts trends for 2024 Annette Gregg, CEO of Society of Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) , was the speaker at this December’s Smart Meetings’ Smart Chat Live! The Incentive Travel Index supported Gregg’s analysis.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2023

SITE CEO Annette Gregg analyzes incentive travel for 2023 and predicts trends for 2024 Annette Gregg, CEO of Society of Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) , was the speaker at this December’s Smart Meetings’ Smart Chat Live! The Incentive Travel Index supported Gregg’s analysis.

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Endless Events

JULY 5, 2018

We’ll discover: The reality of virtual speakers at events. Allow virtual speakers to take the stage. Are you planning an event and the perfect speaker can’t manage to get to your venue at the right time? Of course, we already do this by live-streaming to screens, but now we’re looking at virtual speakers with 3D visualization.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 12, 2022

One trend that we are continuing to see is that of outdoor meetings. While I expect this trend to continue to rise in popularity, I am sharing my top tips to help ensure an unforgettable outdoor event this year. In terms of visual appeal, I have noticed a trend toward decor that enhances the natural setting of the outdoor venue.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Branded gifts are ubiquitous at industry events of all sizes, and there is no reason for this trend to be overlooked in a virtual context. Invite A Surprise Speaker. All of your hard work in preparing for virtual events will eventually pay dividends, so it is definitely worth putting in the effort. Send In The Swag!

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 6, 2025

From choosing the right venue to coordinating speakers, managing schedules, and curating meaningful experiences, conference management requires a combination of creativity, strategic thinking, and an incredible eye for detail.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Time at Qua Spa at Caesars Palace, light bites at Guy Savoy Restaurant and dinner at Eiffel Tower Restaurant in Paris Las Vegas highlighted the brand’s focus on tasty, well-prepared food and relaxing, healthy experiences. The new Caesars product offers turnkey solutions specifically for meeting professionals.

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Endless Events

APRIL 26, 2019

Step 2: Prepare for the First Meeting With AV Company. Below are the best ways to prepare for your meeting. Come Prepared with Your Goals. You may want to incorporate some of the biggest event trends, or perhaps you are planning on bringing in a top entertainer. But are you just trending to keep up with the Jone’s?

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Endless Events

AUGUST 29, 2018

Our Best Tips to Finding Engaging Conference Speakers. The ideal speaker can be both entertaining and interactive, on top of being informative and instructional. The ideal speaker should also have a bit of flexibility with an ability to adjust their presentation as the event goes along.

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Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 4, 2024

By the end of the piece, you’ll learn the questions you can ask using audience engagement software that will help you gather honest opinions from attendees, sponsors, exhibitors, and speakers — and how you can use that data to measure success, identify areas of improvement, and ultimately enhance your overall event strategy.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 4, 2018

Y ou need to see into the future and stay ahead of the event trends that will inevitably make or break your business. Using a combination of research and survey data, we’ve rounded up the 18 most important trends set to hit planners, hotels and venues in 2018. Bringing in local speakers or musicians. Better buckle up!

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 28, 2023

Read More: Prepare for GMID 2023: Resolve to Continue Advocating for Events The future is Now As the industry recovers from the pandemic era, the focus on innovation and asking “what’s next?” CST with a panel of industry leaders to discuss the most current trends and the effects they will have on the future of meetings.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 7, 2023

Time for a Brain Shift Dr. Romie Romila Mushtaq , who spoke the two sentences that kicked off this story, is a triple board-certified brain doctor, award-winning speaker and chief wellness officer with Evolution Hospitality and an expert in calming the busy brain. Prepare extensively and then trust your gut,” she said.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

Despite the trends in the industry, many event professionals still focus on keeping audiences entertained in order to keep them on track. The real magic behind the process is how everything is prepared in advance, starting June of the year before. Preparation is everything in events. Click To Tweet.

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The MICE Blog

JANUARY 15, 2024

Fast forward to 2023, and START Summit attracted over 6,000 participants and featured 150+ speakers. 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. Gallen There are about 1,500 rooms in the city of St.

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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 1, 2019

While you can follow trends in events, there’s nothing quite like getting information directly from the source—your attendees. As you prepare for a panel, use Slido to ask attendees what burning questions they have and add a few to the list. Honest feedback is the secret to planning a successful event.

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Endless Events

JUNE 15, 2022

For example, be mindful of pop culture trends or references that your target audience might appreciate and incorporate them into your experiential strategy. Your speakers and emcees should also know about the experience you’re planning. That way, they can prepare their content accordingly. Then, tell them that story.

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DCI

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

While event professionals and destination organizations are gearing up for IMEX America this October, it’s time to revisit and emphasize several meeting trends destinations must embrace to be successful. These meeting trends are just the start. Understanding what meeting planners seek is essential to securing RFPs.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 13, 2024

Preparing can be a months-long process, but those who have been through it know that the time spent studying was a worthwhile investment of their energy. The speakers were knowledgeable, the sessions were well thought out, and the level of education was perfect for those in attendance,” she says. And achieve this goal she did.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 2, 2022

The software creates a platform from which real-time multilingual speakers interpret what’s being said at the event, for attendees. Once the interpreter’s audio has been selected by the meeting participant, the interpreter’s voice replaces that of the original speaker in real time. Interprefy Expands and Innovates.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 11, 2023

It features transitions, well-rehearsed speakers and is short enough to keep people engaged. Read More: State of Virtual Meeting Tools Attendees gather in an event space and meet sponsors, speakers and network with their community. The company has its pick of speakers, as well. But you can do that virtually.”

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 12, 2018

A live stream can also be enticing for speakers because it allows them to reach a larger group of people. Don’t jump into live streaming because it seems like the hot new trend. Be prepared to deal with people who are frustrated their internet can’t handle the live stream. Find a Vendor. Interactive slides.

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Endless Events

JULY 6, 2021

” Real-time event changes are among the biggest trends in the events industry as well as one of Will’s favorites. It’s not that any one thing is going to happen in the future, but rather you try and be prepared for as many different outcomes as possible. Believe it or not, that can really save a vacation!

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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

OCTOBER 5, 2022

When a speaker can hear the basic human gesture of clapping at the push of a button, it is beautiful to see,” he said. Others are recording speakers and offering virtual programming weeks later with experts available for questions. Plus, you can measure it.”. You have to be ready for that.”.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

And it’s no secret that when event profs go to sleep, their dreams consist of a series of jumping quotes, venue possibilities, key-note speakers to snatch … So when you have to add event AV costs to the equation, some smoke might start coming out of your head. This is your event, and you’re at the forefront of it!

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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. Your company culture might be different than of a keynote speaker.’.

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