Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 9, 2024

In addition to this observation here at Smart Meetings, there were a host of other observations—as well as celebrations—we made on the second day of IMEX America 2024. Meetings and Events Trade Press Honored at Inaugural Event Hosted by Caesars and MPI On Oct. I guess this means goodbye to those 10-year-old headshots!

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Agencies: Hyperactive; Fold7; Miroma Group) Photos: Courtesy of Hyperactive/ Instagram INFINITI The 2024 New York International Auto Show featured a tight cast of brand characters as well as lessons in supersized booth footprints. The experience was designed to serve as an antidote to the dreary occasion. Partner: George P.

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Event Marketer

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

edition of Money 20/20, a fintech conference and trade show that took place in Las Vegas, Oct. With the proliferation of AI, developing our own Money-Bot, felt timely and interesting and it feeds into our new 2024 show theme: Human x Machine!,” ” Sound-off virtual calls? No more, said the creators of the latest U.S.

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Eventmobi

MARCH 6, 2024

Whether you need an all-in-one solution or a tool for specific event needs, you can use event software for any aspect of managing your next conference, trade show, association meeting, workshop, or fundraising event. The 9 Best Mobile Event & Conference Apps for 2024. We’ll cover: What Is Event Management Software?

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Event Marketer

JANUARY 20, 2024

More Scenes from the Kia Connected Home Exhibit: Photos: Courtesy of EWI Worldwide The post CES 2024: Six Best Practices from the Kia Connected Home Booth appeared first on Event Marketer. We made it easy for those at the vanguard of technology to understand the true consumer benefits, as well as Kia’s elevated branding and image.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

In 2024, the demand for comprehensive and feature-rich event management software continues to escalate. Event planners across various industries, including corporate planners, associations, trade show organizers, and conference coordinators, benefit from Swoogo’s features. Mobile Check-In : Streamlined on-site processes.

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Eventmobi

JANUARY 10, 2024

From venue maps to speaker session schedules, your attendees can access everything they need instantaneously, without the clutter of physical event materials. The best conference apps allow event planners to easily communicate with different stakeholders, including attendees, speakers, and sponsors. Smoother communication.

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Event Marketer

DECEMBER 26, 2023

From the festivalization of trade shows to the explosion of consumer festivals to a renewed focus on strengthening corporate culture to wellness shifts to AI-powered activations, brands made an impact by leaning into the event trends that defined 2023. Beyonce Taylor Swift GIF from Beyonce GIFs WARNER BROS.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 15, 2025

You book the venue, organize speakers, send out tons of invitationsand then sit back, wondering, What is event marketing really doing for my brand? Good speakers, entertaining visuals, or games keep people interested. Trade Shows and Fairs Trade shows and fairs bring together multiple brands and industry players in one place.

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ePly

JANUARY 9, 2024

As we enter 2024, the events industry is evolving at an unparalleled pace, heralding new challenges and opportunities for event professionals. Richard notes that this has led to new and inexperienced people being responsible for managing trade shows.

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Eventmobi

DECEMBER 14, 2023

During the event, have speakers mention it in sessions and showcase leaderboards to spur competition. It could be anything from visiting all exhibitor booths for trade show gamification to attending a set number of sessions. Making your event stand out isn’t just about hosting speakers or scheduling sessions.

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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. There’s a lot to see and do during The NAMM Show. SM: In the planning process for NAMM, what were the new aspects to the show that you offered in 2024?

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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

JUNE 21, 2023

After some creative scheduling, Barcelo Maya Grand Resort stepped up to host in 2023, Louisville Tourism agreed to host what is expected to be a crowd of 2,500 at Kentucky International Convention Center a year early in 2024. Thanks to all the vendors, sponsors, student volunteers & speakers. Is it worth paying duties on that?

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EventMB

AUGUST 20, 2024

Elena Brandt, the founder of a market research startup called Besample , was excited to attend the Y Combinator Female Founders Conference 2024 , in August. The conference featured successful female speakers that I wanted to hear from. She flew from Tallahassee to Miami and on to San Francisco with her six-month-old son Darwin in tow.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 31, 2024

It's a reality that organizers of the SEMA Show , which takes place November 5 to 8 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, know well. In response, the team decided to launch the #DriveTheVote initiative , notes Karen Bailey-Chapman , SEMA’s senior vice president for public and government affairs.

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Expo Pass

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Deciding which events you’ll attend in 2024 ahead of time will make scheduling your year a lot easier. That’s why we’ve curated a list of the must-attend event planning events of 2024. Event Tech Live Vegas runs from May 1st to 2nd, 2024—London dates for 2024 TBD. IMEX America runs from October 7th to 10th, 2024.

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Social Tables

MARCH 22, 2024

Top hospitality conferences for sales, branding, and marketing Whether you’re in event planning, hotel sales, or venue operations, the top hospitality conferences of 2024 have something to offer every business in the industry. In 2024, the Independent Lodging Conference (ILC) (A.K.A. have been announced.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

How meetings can beat the loneliness epidemic In my first full year as a member of the meetings and events industry, I’ve had the immense privilege of attending numerous events, conferences and trade shows. A shortened version of this article appears in the November 2024 issue. And that’s also part of the experience.”

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 22, 2024

Released in early January, the 2024 Trends Report: Attendee Intent and Behavior from trade-show, exhibit, and event-production agency Freeman addresses the key factors that influence people’s decisions to attend in-person events and their satisfaction with those events. “A

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Expo Pass

JANUARY 3, 2024

As a final HOORAH, we’ve compiled a short review of the Top 6 articles to help you review your wins and plan for 2024. Attend these stellar conferences in 2024. What better way to start the year than filling out your calendar with event planning conferences for 2024? Grab your champagne and take a trip with us down memory lane!

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Eventscase Blog

MARCH 19, 2024

We exhibited at major trade shows, participated in networking events, and even managed our own events. The event agenda was packed with sessions from over 60 industry-leading speakers. The end of February and the last few weeks of March have been pleasantly hectic at Eventscase. And that’s a win we must celebrate!

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Eventtia

MAY 27, 2024

In 2024, the need for comprehensive and feature-packed event management solutions is rising. Cvent’s platform enables organizations to create and manage events of all sizes, ranging from small meetings to large conferences and trade shows.

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Canadian Special Events

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

It hosted 120 speakers, 2500 conference delegates, and 18 world-class brands as sponsors, all with the same desire to find game-changing solutions to the world’s biggest energy challenges in a unique and inspiring environment. Each sponsor was required to integrate the EDU visual identity into their own in some way, shape or form.

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Stova

OCTOBER 26, 2023

You’ll also get five proven best practices to help attendees build meaningful connections in 2024 and beyond. Networking for 2024 Evolution of Networking In the past, networking and education were the twin engines powering successful business events. Attendees gathered to make connections and gain insights from knowledgeable speakers.

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Nunify

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Activities: Mixers, speed networking, panel discussions, guest speakers, casual meet-and-greets and other fun networking event ideas. Trade shows and Expos Theme: Industry-specific exhibitions where businesses showcase their latest products, services, and technologies to potential clients, partners, and investors.

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Unique Venues

APRIL 23, 2025

The National Press Club , long regarded as The Place Where News Happens, provides flexible event spaces with a rich journalistic legacy, perfect for speaker series, government affairs events, and high-profile panels. Constitution. Hosting your event at a historic venue adds gravitas and authenticity thats uniquely DC.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 10, 2024

Lippman’s five key takeaways were drawn from Freeman research — the “2024 Freeman Syndicated Survey of Event Attendees” and the “Freeman 2023 Exhibitor Trends Report” — and shared with the audience of 269 exhibition and convention industry leaders, Convene among them. At the 23rd edition of ECEF, held May 29 in Washington, D.C.,

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Eventmobi

JULY 5, 2023

For example, The AHA’s 2024 vision is “to advance cardiovascular health for all, including identifying and removing barriers to health care access and quality.” Examples of digital association events include: Webinars Online networking events Hybrid conferences Virtual trade shows Make sure you find the right event tech partner.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 5, 2024

The event, owned by MeetingsNet’s parent company Informa, connects meeting buyers and suppliers for one-on-one conversations but also weaves in educational opportunities; a trade show featuring destinations and experiential activations; and after-hours networking events. Now that’s asking for engagement! Published: TableLogo_1.jpeg

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Bizzabo

DECEMBER 17, 2018

10% of event planners spend most of their budget on speakers. 31% of event professionals believe that trade shows and conferences are essential to doing business in their target customer markets. ( 64% of event marketers say trade shows and events are most often used as sources of new prospects and business opportunities. (

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Stova

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The good news: Great sponsors are like magnets, drawing the right people to your trade shows and conferences. The 2024 Global Meetings & Events Forecast by American Express Global Business Travel confirms our industry’s commitment. It puts everything they need to prepare for trade shows in one easy app.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 18, 2025

Maybe it was that one conference you attended, where a speaker spoke to a part of you that you never even knew existed. In my earlier career, I planned more than 600 weddings (you could usually find me tearing up in the back as couples said their I Dos), then hundreds of corporate & nonprofit events, trade shows, and medical meetings.

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Stova

MARCH 20, 2023

July IAVM VenueConnect July 31 - August 3, 2023 – Philadelphia, PA The International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM) VenueConnect Conference and Trade Show provides targeted education and networking opportunities for venue management professionals, including arenas, convention centers, amphitheaters, stadiums, universities, and more.

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Eventscase Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

” This session not only showcased the success of the Valencia Digital Summit, an event that attracted more than 10,000 attendees and 600 speakers, but also how our technology was integrated with other tools to optimise event management. You can watch the full session by clicking below. Til next year!

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Bizzabo

OCTOBER 24, 2019

For other organizations, it might mean bringing in popular speakers to give keynotes at their conferences. Plus, no one says you can’t sell products at your free events to help cover the costs of a venue rentals, speaker fees, and other expenses. Key Takeaway: Whenever you can align your brand with well-known personalities, do it.

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