Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

The acquisition of IME Connect follows the merger of Miami-based A-Plus Meetings & Events and Utah-based Columbus Travel into M-Plus Global Events earlier in 2022. The way companies join forces at this point in the recovery may not follow traditional models of hostile takeovers and mass mergers. Newest Acquisition.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 13, 2021

A great resource to refer to is the Meeting and Event Design Accepted Practices Guide created by the APEX COVID-19 Business Recovery Task Force. The guide includes “Trust Points” for you to keep in mind when deciding whether to host your event live or not. Finances and Contracting.

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EventMB

JUNE 21, 2022

Even with her own travel to events, McGee has other “horror stories” that include attending a trade show in Indianapolis where the dumpsters were overflowing with trash because there was not enough waste management staff to empty them. I called the front desk to get the bed made up,” she said. “We The hotel was very grateful.”.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

In a flash, Thornsberry asked the general manager if he could suspend the performer from the fire escape and shine a spotlight on her. When a Deluge Almost Drowned Out an Operatic Event. Jenn Artura, Head of Global Events, Incentives and Strategic Programs, Veritas Technologies LLC. The show must go on,” he says.

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Glow Global Events

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Internally, Tea Shepherd, our new Event Manager, joined the team in late November. We added the following organizations to our roster of valued clients: Airport Minority Advisory Council ( AMAC ) – Glow spearheaded the 36 th Annual AMAC Airport Business Diversity Conference, a virtual event, June 14-16.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

The conversation centered on how, in a time of uncertainty about the coronavirus, organizers should approach decisions about whether or not to postpone or cancel an event — keeping your participants’ health and well-being top of mind and also not forgetting “the pain your industry partners are going through,” Cooper said. “Be

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

In retrospect, planning was relatively smooth before the pandemic, says Koleen Roach, director, meetings & conference management at Securian Financial Group. Jeff Calmus, principal at Jeff Calmus & Associates, brought his experience as both a consultant and former vice president, global event management at MetLife Inc.,

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Maritz Global Events

AUGUST 6, 2019

2019 has been a transformational year for Karla: she made the difficult decision to leave her role as Director of Event Management after four years. In May, she started a new path in her career journey, now as a Director of Strategic Account Management. Then I do it all over again the next day,” she says. It’s About People.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Koleen Roach, director of meetings and conference management at Securian Financial Group, led a panel of veteran explainers during Financial and Insurance Conference Professional ’s 2022 Annual Conference at Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport. “Now His advice: “Give the whole picture rather than bringing decisions to a manager piecemeal.

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Bizzabo

APRIL 23, 2021

“Show them that there are can't-miss opportunities to continue to help them grow by coming to the physical event,” says Stacey Gromlich , Director of Audience Engagement and Global Events for Siemens. It’s precautionary at this point, but keep an eye out for additional charges in your venue contracts in the future.

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Conferences that Work

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Generative AI: How do we use it and benefit from it in the world of events? How can events advance social justice and change the world. Managing and incentivizing event and meeting teams. with three simultaneous sessions for the last time slot: Barriers to get to Yes. The next day we held these sessions.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Designing accessible events topped almost all meetings industry event agendas in 2024, but few planners understand what is required to make everyone feel welcome even as equal access moves from the desired to the required column in their job descriptions. Her father had cerebral palsy, which brought its own needs. Still have questions?

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Eventtia

JANUARY 26, 2024

Searching for the best event management software can be time-consuming and it may require considerable resources. To simplify the process, consider narrowing your choices to a few event management software providers and comparing them using specific criteria. What is Cvent? What is Bizzabo? What is Eventtia?

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Event Industry News

APRIL 17, 2019

Built on the trust of the Event Industry Professional Integrity Certification (EIPIC®) created by Event Integrity and their proprietary vetting process, the marketplace will help Event Hosts shop and book with verified Venues & Vendors for their events. Tri llion, which means there are a lot of people working in it.

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Event Marketer

JULY 11, 2024

But 2027 may see a shift for the long-running festival as its 13-year contract with Park City ends in 2026 (the 2025 and 2026 editions will remain in Utah). In May, Sundance began taking proposals from other cities as part of a review process exploring a move.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 12, 2023

Olympic track-and-field medalist Allyson Felix related her advocacy of contract protections for pregnant athletes to equal employment opportunities for all women during Convening Leaders 2023. Only 1 percent of respondents to a Freeman survey said they preferred celebrity speakers to those who had something relevant to say to their groups.

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SevenEvents

JUNE 1, 2023

As event professionals, we know that planning and executing an event is not an easy task. With many event management agencies to choose from, identifying and locating a team which have the necessary skills and expertise for the job can be a challenge. Communication is key when working with an event management company.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Mark is an experienced business leader, strategic thinker, developer of talent, and specialist in event marketing. Having co-founded global events agency FIRST, he has extensive creative, commercial and international experience, working for some of the world’s top brands.

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Event Industry News

MAY 6, 2021

Heidi Legein is the founder and Chief Executive Guru at The MICE Guru, a full-service destination management company consulting in – and producing all types of MICE events for global brands virtually or in destination; all over Norway. A confirmed project is never confirmed until the signed contract is delivered.

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TicketBud

OCTOBER 26, 2023

A growing global awareness of environmental concerns has encouraged many industries to realign business practices according to greener values. This holds true for event management, which when done sustainably can help the environment, as well as improve an organization’s reputation, cost efficiency and long-term success.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 25, 2021

From firm advice to build flexibility into contracts, particularly when it comes to attrition clauses, to tips for elevating boxed lunches and overcommunicating, these experienced craftspeople were eager to share their instruction manuals. Snapshot from a People-first Event in Seattle. Creative Catering. Her solution? “We

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2022

As an event professional you probably feel like you’ve spent more quality time with your event budget than you have your loved ones during the last two years. Here are my top 5 tips to effectively managing my budgets in the current event landscape. Read More : How to Manage Outsize Hospitality Budget Inflation.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 1, 2022

Global Events, Strategic Solutions Lead, Google. They want the issue treated the same way racial or gender equity is managed. We are in breach of our contract if we don’t follow through with that commitment. I am manifesting that this be a reality by the time my son is old enough to go to corporate events.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Company or organization: Conference Event Management in West Des Moines, Iowa. What I love about my job: I love to see the pride my team takes in their work and the creative ideas they come up with to create value for each client’s events. First job: Internal marketing manager at a five-start resort in the Red Sea, Egypt.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In addition to overseeing Visit Denver’s sustainability initiatives, she has served as a member of the EIC Sustainable Event Standards Committee and is a former Event Services Professional Association board member. She is also an FICP board member.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

Leading global brand experience company, Cook & Associates, delivered three major projects at this year’s Electronica event in Munich – for KEMET Electronics, Velocity Electronics and Electronic Specifier. Celebrating its centenary in 2018, KEMET Electronics has been working with Cook & Associates for the past 2 years.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Company or organization: Conference Event Management in West Des Moines, Iowa. What I love about my job: I love to see the pride my team takes in their work and the creative ideas they come up with to create value for each client’s events. First job: Internal marketing manager at a five-start resort in the Red Sea, Egypt.

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Eventtia

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

However, that’s impossible without using hospitality platforms for events. Whether managing events logistics, booking accommodation, or arranging transportation, hospitality platforms are necessary for planning and hosting results-driven events. I have used this software for all my events and feel confident with it.”

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Eventinterface

APRIL 15, 2017

Prior to forming Bravo Productions in 1987, with business partner Thomas Neighbors, Jenkins served as public relations director for Festival Artists, where he supervised the Tournament of Roses Parade publicity, special events, community relations and promotions for the company and its clients. And lastly, avoid micromanaging! In closing.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 30, 2016

“When I hear my industry counterparts talking about it, they want to understand how they can better educate their senior management to say, ‘Hey, I can do the same thing that they can do, and I know my industry better,’” said Megan D. Tate, CMM, senior manager of finance and events for Petco Animal Supply Services. “‘I

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Hubilo Blog

MARCH 15, 2018

Event planners are generally in a major rush to plan and organize an event in a proper way minimizing errors. They have to face many event management challenges and overcome the hurdles to make an event a boon! Carrying out an event even if you have less time left is a challenging task. Event Manager. ?

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Learn More: From Checkboxes to Strategy: Implementing and Leading Sustainable Event Practices Topics included AI adoption, succession planning, contract negotiations, neurodiversity affordances, transportation management and sustainable sourcing.

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PCMA Convene

AUGUST 7, 2019

In many states, if contract workers don’t form their own business, they can risk running in violation of the law. Finally, if North American planners working internationally have an understanding of VAT (value added tax), that can make them more appealing to companies hosting global events. Stand Out From the Pack.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Learn More: From Checkboxes to Strategy: Implementing and Leading Sustainable Event Practices Topics included AI adoption, succession planning, contract negotiations, neurodiversity affordances, transportation management and sustainable sourcing.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Learn More: From Checkboxes to Strategy: Implementing and Leading Sustainable Event Practices Topics included AI adoption, succession planning, contract negotiations, neurodiversity affordances, transportation management and sustainable sourcing.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 8, 2021

Actavo Events is a global events company specialising in the supply of Event Infrastructure including staging, grandstand seating, fencing, crowd control, drape and bespoke scaffolding structures, in addition to offering Project Management expertise for special projects.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Learn More: From Checkboxes to Strategy: Implementing and Leading Sustainable Event Practices Topics included AI adoption, succession planning, contract negotiations, neurodiversity affordances, transportation management and sustainable sourcing.

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