Smart Meetings

JANUARY 17, 2025

This recognition highlights the critical importance of preparing the tourism industry to handle and recover from disruptions such as natural disasters, pandemics, economic shifts and geopolitical tensions. Its an essential opportunity to stay ahead of industry trends and contribute to the long-term viability of global tourism.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

And this week, the adventure continues – with a little spin on the approach to virtual and the role of technology. 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.

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Endless Events

APRIL 30, 2021

Now, venues also play a big part in promoting attendee safety and facilitating the technology necessary to engage the virtual audience. These are content format, layout, safety, and technology. How will food preparation work? Technology. It’s no longer just about the experience taking place on-site.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 25, 2021

What emerging technologies will become mainstream? In this chapter, we cover everything from contactless solutions to food and beverage preparation, along with several other best practices to make attendees feel as safe as possible when returning to live experiences. But now that a brand new year has arrived, so have new questions.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

From camera operators to event hosts, make sure that each team member who has a hand in launching a meeting is fully trained on the technology and any applicable apps, understands what the goals are, knows the end-to-end agenda, and is invested in seamlessly connecting the virtual and live components. Preparation matters.

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Endless Events

JUNE 29, 2020

Most events that are scheduled for the second half of 2020 to the beginning of 2021 will operate in phase 2 of the guidelines, restricting attendees, and making use of contactless technologies. . Some of the key trends to look out for restarting events are: Utilize Contactless Technology . Facial Recognition Technology.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Today, we’ll explore how they went from being a company without emails to thought leaders in innovation and technology. When Scott first started, there was no technology in sight. I quickly realized that the aspirations of the company and the technology that was inside the company were really misaligned.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 19, 2024

Read More: How to Build a Risk-assessment Checklist Smart Meetings reached out to Kevin Coffey , travel security and meeting risk advisor and trainer, to get some insights on what planners can learn from the CrowdStrike incident and how they can prepare for the future. But it is important for planners and suppliers to be the same page.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 26, 2023

Is the events industry more prepared for a future emergency? We thought this would be a good time to reflect on what the shift means and how all of that forced education will prepare us better for whatever comes next. Are we better or less prepared for whatever next disruption comes to the hospitality industry?

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Smart Meetings

JULY 19, 2024

Read More: How to Build a Risk-assessment Checklist Smart Meetings reached out to Kevin Coffey , travel security and meeting risk advisor and trainer, to get some insights on what planners can learn from the CrowdStrike incident and how they can prepare for the future. But it is important for planners and suppliers to be the same page.

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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.” How will they use technology to enhance and change the attendee experience?

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 10, 2022

Employers have implemented all kinds of technology such as video conferencing and Slack, to the point where we are constantly connected — possibly more so than we worked in individual cubicles and offices at our headquarters location, sometimes going hours or even the whole day without a physical interaction with anyone else.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Although many things have changed over the past few years with many people shifting to remote or virtual events and more reliance on technology, one thing remained unchanged: people are social beings and nothing can replace the face-to-face experience of attending an event in person.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The result of this best of both worlds approach could be increased ROI as the incremental additional cost of virtual streaming technology could pay off in greater reach. The best engagement across platforms takes a lot more work up-front, a lot of preparation,” said Holmen. More : How to Create a COVID-era Event Marketing Plan.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 31, 2023

But as the meetings industry comes back with a vengeance, it is important for meeting planners to prepare for the unexpected. Failla pointed to vehicle contingencies as an example of the importance of being prepared. preparing with weights, ballasting and alternative locations in mind.

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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. Thanks to event technology , it’s becoming increasingly easier to measure event KPIs and prove success. Event sponsors are not just a source of financial aid. Source: Sponseasy.

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Endless Events

MARCH 9, 2018

But how exactly do they fit in with the rest of your technology? Technology: a Builder, and a Barrier. Technology has been held in high regard as the best way to build a great event. Most of us now turn to technology to help reduce its the impact. Find Your Perfect On-Site Event Management Software.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 27, 2023

After working at two startups, she joined Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC) as an event coordinator. Preparing for the Exam She remembers, “When I first started out, I was a sponge trying to learn as much as possible.” As she prepared for the exam herself, she turned to vendors for many of her questions.

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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. So imagine that anything was possible for your event, without technological or budgetary constraints. What existing event technologies do you already have for registration and/or networking? What data are you looking to collect and track?

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Endless Events

MAY 6, 2019

Event Live Streaming: The Technology Side. Obviously, if we’re dealing with live streaming, we’re dealing with technology. ” Another key aspect to keep in minds is “prepare your speakers”, warns Brandt. ” Sounds pretty good so far! The benefits outweigh the problems”, reminds Brandt.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Ahead of the curve, The Queen Elizabeth welcomed Montreal attendees to a newly renovated building last year, complete with creative meeting rooms, chalk full of the latest technology. This is where the power of innovative technology came into play.” San Francisco is a hub for technology,” Director of Events and Sales Jim Bruels says.

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Endless Events

MARCH 18, 2022

Many event planners are yet to catch up with the opportunities that adoption of such technology solutions offers. Thanks to event technology, event profs do not need to do their own analysis to see whether their efforts yielded a positive event ROI. Event platforms come with data analytics and prepare reports.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

While we were cooped up inside our homes, waiting for the return to in-person events , many event technology companies got to work and came up with amazing software solutions that make the event registration process even more valuable to event planners. All The Exciting Event Technology! Are you adding an RFID or a QR code?

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Endless Events

JUNE 21, 2021

Since this is the Event Tech Podcast, we are going to talk about how technology can ensure better safety at in-person events. One such technology is CrowdPass! Some of you might know Lawrence Helfant as the co-founder of CrowdSync technology and Crowd Health. ” Source: CrowdSync Technologies. ” Brandt asks.

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Endless Events

JULY 25, 2018

Planners want someone that enjoys their brand, loves to incorporate technology, is full of charisma, and knows how to work an audience. We are living in a world in which technology leads our everyday lives so naturally incorporating technology into each presentation is a must. And we aren’t talking slideshows. They Are Flexible.

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Endless Events

MARCH 18, 2020

If the choice comes down to throwing a virtual event together using a single platform that will under-deliver because they aren’t prepared or not do the event at all, maybe the second option doesn’t look so bad. Only this time, through the use of technology. And providing an unforgettable experience. The answer is obviously no.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

As leaders, it’s our job to ensure our teams feel motivated and prepared to achieve ambitious goals. Be prepared to interpret data and respond. Hold yourself and others accountable. Did the work even count if you cannot measure the outcomes against the expectation? Realize it’s a journey, not a destination.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 12, 2023

McCowan refers to “meeting cycles” where there is preparation, an agenda, and a format. “AI I think that’s the beauty of the latest technology wave is that our speech to text is as accurate as a human. You should be focused on dealing with people. You can trust that it can be recorded.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

The real magic behind the process is how everything is prepared in advance, starting June of the year before. A veteran audio technician takes us through the entire process, this is a thorough example that preparation is everything in events. Preparation is everything in events. Is it event technology? Click To Tweet.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The definition of “risk” has grown beyond the traditional definitions of financial, operational, reputational and security issues meeting professionals checked off their list as they prepared to bring people together in days of old. Security now includes technology. Technology Risks.

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Solimar International

JANUARY 16, 2025

The success of DMOs in emerging destinations now depends on their ability to harness technologies and innovative practices. From enhancing visitor experiences through personalization to addressing complex challenges like overtourism and climate change, technology offers powerful tools to shape the future of destination management.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 6, 2025

This comprehensive guide will delve into the intricacies of conference management, from the initial planning stages to post-event analysis, equipping you with the knowledge and tools to navigate challenges and leverage cutting-edge technologies to ensure your event’s resounding success.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 29, 2021

A great event layout isn’t just concerned with efficiency, though; it’s also an opportunity to incorporate awesome special effects and event technology, making a lasting impression on your audiences and stakeholders. They can test out several safe event layout options and prepare backup solutions.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 1, 2022

Her suggestion for managing all three challenges is to bring the technology partner in early to help get clarity on goals and strategies. The bottom line is that event technology is more important, even in person. In the past, much of the event technology was standard. Recruiting Magicians.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

With over three decades of experience in the Hawaii tourism industry, he is well-prepared to oversee and lead all operational departments and to develop and implement strategic plans to achieve growth objectives. Kimberly Stone Kimberly Stone, MI&W MI&W welcomes Stone as the first-ever vice president of event technology.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 12, 2024

The clients that were CMPs seemed to be more organized and prepared to execute their events,” she says. With technological innovation, she has watched the events industry as a whole transform. The evolution of this technology helps to create a more memorable and exciting experience for attendees and inspires creativity.”

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Endless Events

JUNE 21, 2018

Around the world, tragic incidents at events like the Las Vegas shooting and the Boston Marathon bombing, and natural disasters have shown that we aren’t prepared for every type of security and safety issue in our industry. As well as human-related hazards, you should also recognize technological, natural and environmental hazards.

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