Conferences that Work

MAY 30, 2022

What would I learn about the air quality in the airports, planes, and ground transportation I used, as well as my hotel and the summit’s convention center? Ground transportation. The conference center. The conference center was far from maximum capacity and I only saw readings well below 1,000 ppm. In the U.S.

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Event Farm

JUNE 9, 2021

Venue and governmental regulations keep changing. Marcella Farman-Dietz, executive event consultant for Medialink, joined Ryan Costello, co-founder of Event Farm, to discuss a sample event budget for a one-day business summit and reception for 400 attendees at a hotel conference center in NYC. Onsite testing is another variable.

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Attendease

MAY 30, 2024

According to MeetGreen , the average conference produces 4.17 Even with a good composting and recycling program at the venue, a mid-sized corporate trade show with around 5,000 attendees will still go through tons of waste,” shares Shawna McKinley, Events Sustainability Specialist. lbs of waste per attendee, per day (2.56

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Attendease

MAY 30, 2024

According to MeetGreen , the average conference produces 4.17 Even with a good composting and recycling program at the venue, a mid-sized corporate trade show with around 5,000 attendees will still go through tons of waste,” shares Shawna McKinley, Events Sustainability Specialist. lbs of waste per attendee, per day (2.56

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 28, 2020

For our January feature, we have been looking into how organisers can find the best venue for their next event. These structures come in a range of shapes and sizes including domes, cubes, stage covers, walls and indoor meeting pods and are frequently used for exhibitions, conferences, brand activations, pop-up retail units and stages.

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Conferences that Work

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Public transportation can involve inadequate ventilation and close contact with others. As described below, very few hotels (and venues) seem to have implemented ASHRAE’S building readiness standards for air quality in their properties. “ —Quote from a meeting planner’s January 2022 conference report.

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Conferences that Work

MARCH 2, 2020

For example: registration, coffee service, transporting attendees between venues, room set changes, etc. Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post Should meetings be efficient? appeared first on Conferences That Work. Obviously there are aspects of meeting events that should be efficient whenever possible.

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GEVME

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Be it a graduation ceremony, career fair, exhibitions or a business conference, over the past two years, event planners have been switching from traditional physical venues to virtual venues. When planning a physical event, one of the most important factors to keep in mind is how many attendees the venue can hold.

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The MICE

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

In this blog post, I’ll showcase the unique opportunities Stuttgart offers for your event, from hotels and venues to experiences, all with sustainability woven into the event planning process. Venues and experiences linked with world changing corporate history and the sense of pioneer spirit await delegates.

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MeetingsNet

JUNE 6, 2022

A meeting designer used a carbon-dioxide meter in all the spaces he moved through while attending a recent conference. The roughly $100 device captured carbon-dioxide readings in the airport, the airplane, the ground transportation, the hotel, the conference center, and anywhere else that Segar went during his trip. The Lessons.

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Social Tables

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Your conference is a special event that deserves a special venue. But don’t let the search for unique conference venues overwhelm you. Benefits of Unique Conference Venues Choosing an unusual venue for your conference can add to the overall experience for your guests.

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GEVME

JULY 4, 2019

Every event planner should know how to market an event venue to make it a success. Corporate event planners are a separate industry segment that seeks out top-notch enterprise venue solutions. . Key reasons to market your event venue. Effective event venue marketing is the answer. When to start promoting a venue.

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Velvet Chainsaw

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Credit: iStock Event organizers are feeling the pinch as industry suppliers, venues and transportation companies rebound from the pandemic. Event venues are raising rates for basic services like electrical, internet, trash management and catering. Travel costs are rising due to strong demand (led by the leisure sector).

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SpotMe Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2023

Organizing a medical conference that brings results can be stressful. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the best medical conference apps to ensure you come away with actionable HCP insights and invaluable connections to drive your business forward. Want to jump straight to the list of the best medical conference apps?

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GEVME

JANUARY 27, 2020

Events and gatherings happen in all sizes, at all kinds of social and commercial environments — whether it is a Christmas party, a large scale conference or a business event. Meeting Venue. Where so ever place the event is happening at, it is known as the meeting venue. Transportation . Finding the most convenient venue.

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Coterie Spark

APRIL 3, 2024

Why should you hire conference and meeting planners? Experienced conference and meeting planners, however, allow you to focus on the important stuff: VIPs, attendees, speakers. We produced a conference for 250 guests where a famous singer was set to perform in the evening. What kind of business do we handle, you ask?

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Prestige Events Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Copper Box Arena, one of London’s most versatile event venues, has announced a new strategic partnership with Addison Lee, the leading private hire and courier service in London. Aligned with Addison Lee’s sustainability goals, the partnership also emphasises environmentally conscious transport options.

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Attendease

OCTOBER 4, 2022

With sessions, breakouts, panels, discussions, networking, and more – it can be challenging to squeeze it all in, especially when you are managing a complex event, with multiple venues, simultaneous sessions, or even speakers who are joining multiple sessions. 1- Have the event goal in mind. 4- Keep it on schedule and on time. Conclusion.

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Attendease

DECEMBER 23, 2019

Choose venues where this networking angle can be explored. Some larger conferences like Dreamforce (by Salesforce), can pack a stadium with attendees to see big names of the pop music live, but you don’t need to host thousands of attendees in order to celebrate in style. Unique Venues. Face-to-face time.

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InitLive

MARCH 4, 2021

Conferences are an important part of professional development and business networking for all industries. A successful conference can come in all shapes and sizes, from 200 people over a weekend to 15,000 for a week. InitLive has had the privilege of working with many conferences, some of which are the largest in their industry.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

ICOMOS is encouraging attendees to purchase carbon offsets for their travel to and from the event, to use public transport during the event or stay at hotels within walking distance of the venue. Selecting a Sustainable Venue. Read More : Beyond Carbon-Neutral Hotels: Evolution of Eco-Friendly Hotels. Sourcing Local Catering.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Conveniently located with excellent transport links and full DDA compliance, it’s the perfect setting for events that inspire creativity and connection. Owned by the LGBTQIA+ community and proudly green-accredited, Underwood offers exclusive hire options across six versatile, light-filled spaces. Each space is […]

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Eventsforce

JUNE 22, 2023

While that is certainly still open to debate, a clear path for event professionals looking to commit more firmly to this ethos is to partner with a venue that makes a point of prioritising sustainability. Here in the UK, many venues are leading the way by implementing innovative strategies and technology to create sustainable spaces.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

In the City of London, perfectly connected to public transport, lies Events @ No. 6, a venue that stands out not only for its modernity and functionality but also for its unique blend of sustainability, cutting-edge technology, and exceptional service. 6 should be your next conference […]

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Gallus Events

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

The conurbation of the old “second city of the empire” is home to over one and a half million people but it has been swamped by the 26th Conference of the Parties (COP 26). Over the COP period, popular city-owned, managed, and maintained venues have closed for the public to allow them to open up for visiting dignitaries.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 15, 2024

Nguyen ( in photo ) provided a real-life example: Just 30 days out from a technology company’s 3,000-person customer conference, one executive came to Nguyen and said he wanted to change the venue for an evening reception.

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GEVME

AUGUST 15, 2019

Rent a castle or a small island, hold a conference at the planetarium, or put an exhibition on at the beach. . Find out in advance how secure the Wi-Fi protocol at the event venue will be. The top 5 conference & meeting planning trends of 2019–2020. Sustainability is part of the plan. Saving on Wi-Fi costs. Customisation.

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Guidebook

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

From festivals and conferences to campus orientations, the environmental impact of these gatherings is undeniable. But here’s the good news: event planners and venues are embracing innovative, eco-friendly strategies to reduce their footprint. Beyond the venue itself, encourage attendees to use eco-friendly transportation.

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Event Farm

AUGUST 14, 2017

This year the conference housed over 4,000 exhibiting companies and welcomed more than 180,000 industry professionals, 36% of them with executive titles. The cost of simply attending the conference, however, adds up. Ticket prices, transportation, and hotel rooms alone can easily cost thousands of dollars. HOST A HAPPY HOUR.

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Prestige Events Magazine

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The results, from both international and domestic PCOs, indicate a demand for destinations to support conference bids with incentives, such as free local public transport or subsidised taxi rates, as they seek to attract organisers and their attendees.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 27, 2018

For venues and planners, that means looking into the crystal ball to get ahead of event trends and expectations. This leaves hotels and venues in a pickle, as taking these bookings could mean missing out on higher-value events later. Key Takeaway for Venues. Key Takeaway for Venues. Click To Tweet.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 31, 2021

Event designers are finding creative ways to transport their digital participants out of their houses and into the world. After a year of virtual events, surely we’ve learned a thing or two about how to help transport participants glued to their screens to actual physical places and spaces and how to engage their senses. Petal Power.

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EventMB

MAY 24, 2022

The events industry joined together last year in a commitment to fight climate change as part of a Net Zero Carbon Events pledge signed at the UN Climate Change Conference , COP26, in Glasgow. Quite literally, not letting go of the fruit, in this case, air travel and national conferences, might literally kill the planet.”.

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Social Tables

JUNE 12, 2024

Planners work with venues, specialized staff, and vendors to ensure everything runs smoothly. While some planners look for all-inclusive venues with contracted vendors on site, others prefer to find particular vendors that match their event style and message. Some of the most sought-after event vendors include: Venue managers.

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Event Marketer

MAY 16, 2022

Water waste, not to be confused with waste water, is a big offender at events, particularly meetings and conferences. Finally, look for venues that offer infrastructure efficiencies, like low-flow toilets and sink faucets, which can result in significant conservation. Develop a Green Transportation Strategy. Reduce Water Waste.

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Attendease

DECEMBER 13, 2023

From large-scale medical conferences to intimate seminars, events enable healthcare event planners to strengthen relationships, generate leads, and position their brands as thought leaders. Next, build a realistic event budget—factor in venue, food and beverage, A/V, staffing, speakers, promotion, etc. Clear objectives are crucial.

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Social Tables

MARCH 22, 2024

To remain competitive, hospitality professionals must stay on top of what’s happening with hotels, event venues, technology, and trends. Attending top hospitality conferences, expos, or summits is a fantastic way to stay up-to-date on current trends. Which top hospitality conferences should you attend?

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