Smart Meetings

JUNE 9, 2021

The Comeback of Jewelry Trade Shows. Chief Operating Officer Joe Murphy and President Andie Weinman of Continental Buying Group (CBG) just finished off the first live show since the pandemic began, at Caesars Palace. We’re bringing the first large-scale trade show in the country back to the show floor,” McCurdy says.

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Traveler's Q

JUNE 23, 2022

The pandemic brought on a tumultuous time for the expo and trade show industry. Now that corporate travel has mostly resumed, event planners are working to make expos and trade shows better than ever. In this article, we will tell you about the current industry trends for expos and trade shows post-pandemic.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 2, 2021

For us, it’s time to do business and reunite in person at one of the biggest and most exciting trade shows in our industry: IMEX! Everyone was looking forward to going to IMEX America 2021, especially since the iconic trade show was canceled last year due to COVID. I thought they did a great job.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Will brought up the fact that Rachel Wimberly wrote an article for Trade Show News Network, titled ‘ Please Stop Asking if Attendance ‘Was Down’ at Shows Running Right Now ‘ He was curious to learn what his co-hosts had to say about that. . What About Trade Shows & Exhibitors?

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Endless Events

APRIL 12, 2021

The biggest fail when it comes to online trade shows with exhibitors is not involving them in the design process.” Folks are going to be deciding, is this a trade show that I need to go to? Trade shows like CES, people are still going to want to come to. Events are going to be like movies.

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Endless Events

JUNE 28, 2019

These versatile 3D panels can be used for anything from backdrops at staged events, to statement pieces at art shows or to draw razor sharp interest from crowds at a cutting-edge trade show booth. With front lighting or up lighting, we think Loop works best for conferences and trade shows. Arcade FASTwall.

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Skift Meetings

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Skift Take: Independent planners are looking beyond their industry associations for the resources and connections they need to build their small businesses. Barbara Scofidio Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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Skift Meetings

APRIL 11, 2024

Skift Take: Maritz takes a closer look at new attendee behavior and shares insights on how to optimize revenue and attendance. Miguel Neves Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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Hotel Engine

MAY 11, 2023

design, building and construction conferences and trade shows in North America. The post Top Design, Building, and Construction Conferences and Trade Shows in North America appeared first on Hotel Engine.

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ADMEI

MAY 15, 2024

3 Reasons to Hire an Accredited DMC 15 May 2024 In the dynamic realm of event management, trade shows serve as pivotal hubs for engagement, networking, and brand representation. There are many benefits of trade shows for professionals in the meetings and events industry. These strategies can help.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 14, 2022

Predictions are that 40% of 2022 events are projected to happen online, there will be a 37% increase in companies’ virtual event spending, and 20% of trade shows will remain virtual. Organizers would expect that all of this translates into more opportunities for revenue. But the reality is that 80% of virtual attendance is free.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 22, 2019

and Ian Framson of Trade Show Internet are going to answer all your burning questions and share their best tips on how to make sure you have the best Wi-Fi possible at your next event. Ian Framson of Trade Show Internet ( @TSInternet ). They know planning your event wi-fi can seem daunting and stressful.

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Techsytalk

MAY 13, 2021

So you're probably wondering – why are we standing in the kitchen to talk about trade shows? Well, that's because I'm going to share with…

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Smart Meetings

JULY 7, 2022

Andrea Stokes, practice lead for hospitality at JD Power , told Smart Meetings that according to data “81% of business travelers expect to travel at least once in the next 6 months to attend conferences, conventions or trade shows, which is good news for the meetings and events industry. These results are on par with our Q1 survey.)”.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 24, 2020

“But I think as we’re moving forward, we’re seeing 3D trade show platforms where you can have a virtual version of your stand and things like that. Which is getting slightly closer to what we’re used to in terms of a physical trade show.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 19, 2018

This week, we have a few tips for making your trade show booth stand out and managing your social media better. Trade Show Tips for the New Year. Going on a trade show this 2018? We all want our audiences to feel special when they come to our events. You’d better come prepared.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Trade Show at Meet with Momentum The panel discussed at length how to curate experiences that are not cookie-cutter—it gives planners a reason to stay on property and is an opportunity to involve the local community.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 25, 2024

Check out the largest trade show with over 300 exhibitors. Browse the trade show floor all day for demos and deals. Spend the day meeting vendors and attending sessions. The Excellence Awards ceremony celebrates top event organizers in the evening.

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Endless Events

MAY 4, 2018

Trade Shows Are Looking Forward to a Tempered Boom. According to the year’s Center for Exhibition Industry Research Index Report, the number of people attending trade shows is increasing, particularly in the B2B sector. Overall, the industry grew by 2%.

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Endless Events

JUNE 19, 2020

Spice It Up: Unique & Exciting Virtual Trade Show Ideas. ? Speaking of virtual trade shows. Virtual trade shows don’t have to be lame – here’s how to make them better! (8-minute People ask us all the time about how to turn the trade show portion of their event virtual.

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Endless Events

JULY 20, 2018

Trade show success largely hinges on the efficiency of the team behind it. Create the Ultimate Trade Show Team. Trade show success largely hinges on the efficiency of the team behind it. Both technology and the management expectations have also taken center stage. Click To Tweet. The Event Engagement Guide.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

Just because you’re hosting a trade show in an exciting new hybrid format doesn’t mean you can’t rely on traditional virtual event elements. One of the big benefits of hosting a hybrid or virtual trade show is that it’s easy to increase accessibility. Pick the low-hanging fruit. Account for accessibility.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 31, 2018

The Trade Show, from the Eyes of Attendees. For any attendee, the trade show and its booths will always be the center of attention. You should also consider how the attendees move not just when inside the trade show, but also while in different segments of the city. Doing Online Registration Right.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 5, 2018

Continuing our discussion, how do you plan to use virtual or augmented reality in your trade show? Of course, as a tool, this means it’s also tied to generating metrics that report on the success of your trade show. Planning an event never ceases to be a challenge. Click To Tweet. Making “Immersive” a Reality.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

For almost 20 years, Deanna has worked on fundraisers, conferences, trade shows, and other events ranging in size from 10 to 20,000 attendees. Deanna is a truly holistic event professional ; she’s done everything from conferences to trade shows. Creating an ideal attendee experience is almost second nature to her.

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Endless Events

MARCH 24, 2020

This is the show where you bring out all your new products”, explains Mark. “And the public relations before a trade show nowadays you can’t just drop it on the day of the trade show, they’ll never be seen. And so I said to my team, “Hey, let’s do a virtual trade show.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 23, 2023

Learning tracks cover challenges that keep meeting professionals up at night When what is expected to be the largest crowd ever for an events industry trade show arrives at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas in October for IMEX America 2023 , the focus will squarely be on connecting people in new, effective ways.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 27, 2022

In a nod to the viability of the trade show in the future, 150 were first-time exhibitors. Read More : Tales from Las Vegas: Jewelry Trade Shows and LVCC’s Comeback. Despite the lower overall numbers, 11,000 classes were sold out as people were looking to increase their skills. A Sustainable Focus.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Do you need to find new monetary sources for conferences, conventions and trade shows? Research Finds Sponsorships Are Still Relevant According to a 2019 report from the Center for Exhibition Industry Research ( CEIR ) of 200 show executives and 728 exhibitors, sponsorships make up roughly 20% of B2B tradeshow revenues.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 6, 2019

Do it Best , a co-op hardware company that has been holding its biannual trade show in Indianapolis for several decades, works closely with Visit Indy , the city’s CVB, as well as other partners. More : Planning a Great Citywide is Easier Than You Think. Invest time in building strong relationships with local partners.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

“The trade shows that I went to were typically only annual or semi-annual. As you lead up to your big annual trade show, you can send us a template. We talk to somebody in marketing and we tee this up to meet your specific needs for that trade show,” he says.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 12, 2021

“We want to extend the content, conversation and the connections that happen at a physical show through the digital experience,” said Bauer. She was quick to point out that the platform won’t replicate a trade show in a digital space.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

That is the highly competitive nature of today’s trade show landscape. Many factors play a role here, from technology to the natural charm of your trade show staff. Even if you build it, people may not come. On the backend, being able to accurately measure and interpret your data is critical as well.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 2, 2021

Many in Southern Nevada saw the return to higher leisure occupancy levels as practice for when conventions re-open the trade show doors this month. The SEMA Car show is usually one of the largest to visit the city each year. Trade shows and exhibits afford the touch and feel element that buyers yearn for.”.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Five years ago, he showed images of a trade show heavily invested in hybrid. “I Self-directed luggage to relieve you of hauling bags through the airport—or, at a trade show, attendees with personal robotic assistance following them around the show floor—are two other predictions Ludwig shared.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 4, 2024

Behind the scenes of The NAMM Show In January, Smart Meetings had the privilege of attending The NAMM Show (National Association of Music Merchants) in Anaheim, California.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 15, 2023

An Event with Impact The holiday season is the time of giving, and CalSAE Seasonal Spectacular 2023 made certain it wasn’t overlooked.

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