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Flagship Convention Spaces Bet On Retail

EventMB

Event industry trade shows such as IMEX in Frankfurt present a unique opportunity to showcase new venue openings. The developers expect a busy fourth quarter with multiple regional summits and trade shows already announced. Photo credit: China National Convention Center, Phase 2 (CNCC-II) Lunch Hall.

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Best Hopin Alternatives and Competitors in 2024

Eventtia

Both platforms offer tailored solutions for organizing events such as conferences, trade shows, training sessions, and more across these sectors. It provides tailored solutions for events like conferences, trade shows, and training workshops across these sectors.

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Modern Convention Centers Becoming a Dire Necessity

Smart Meetings

The investment alone has driven greater interest at trade shows and generated a palpable excitement from groups. As recently as 2011, $275 million went into another round of expansions, at the time propelling the venue to be the 16th-largest convention center in the country and connecting it to 4,717 hotel rooms.

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Q&A with Dominguez Offers Illuminating Insights on IMEX America

Smart Meetings

The four-day event, which includes a three-day trade show, takes place at Sands Expo Convention Center in Las Vegas. Mike Dominguez, MGM’s chief sales officer, has been immersed in the planning and executing of the company’s IMEX activities since the event began in 2011.

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2019 Event Marketing Statistics, Trends and Data

Bizzabo

Hubspot & Constant Contact , 2011). Hubspot & Constant Contact , 2011). HubSpot & Constant Contact , 2011). 31% of event professionals believe that trade shows and conferences are essential to doing business in their target customer markets. ( Overperforming event teams allocate 1.7x Bizzabo , 2018).

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5 Meeting Industry Trends That Are Changing the Face of Events

Social Tables

So they’re boldly blending the two when they travel to exhibitions and trade shows. New research from the Experience Institute shows that 78% of attendees indicate destination is a top driver in the decision to attend. As a result of these efforts, Nashville saw a 38% increase in conventions between 2011 and 2016.

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Virtual Event Platform Comparison: 2022 Virtual Event Tech Guide

SpotMe Blog

Founded in 2008, vFairs is a virtual career fairs and virtual trade shows pioneer. The main features include 3D models of the event with trade show booths. Best for: External users at virtual career fairs and virtual trade shows. Founded in 2011, Zoom does not need an introduction. INXPO/Intrado.