Social Tables

JUNE 12, 2024

AV companies provide several forms of audio and visual equipment for private parties, corporate meetings, and other events. Research potential vendors Conduct diligent research to create a shortlist of vendors with solid reputations that meet your needs. Request a list of references to be included.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

When we invited event professionals to participate in this Annual Meetings Market Survey in November, the U.S. Only 34 percent of respondents (down from 43 percent in the 2016 survey and 50 percent in the 2015 survey) indicated that they will be holding meetings outside the United States in the future. percent in the 2016 survey.

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Social Tables

APRIL 1, 2021

Yup, you guessed it: U-shaped seating, also commonly referred to as horseshoe seating, is seating that’s arranged in the shape of the letter “U.” Here’s everything you need to know about this seating arrangement type and how to get the most out of it. What is U-shaped seating?

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EventSource

JULY 10, 2023

With over 22,000 square feet of event space, including elegant ballrooms and versatile meeting rooms, the hotel provides a stunning backdrop for any occasion. With its five private event and meeting spaces, each exuding its own unique charm, the inn caters to a variety of occasions.

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Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2019

This way, you’ll be sure to meet important deadlines, stay within budget, and coordinate multiple parties smoothly. A long-term event planning timeline refers to a chronological series of events and actions that take place over a period of time. It’s important to outline the months and weeks leading up to the big day.

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Endless Events

APRIL 26, 2019

I can’t stress this enough before you even meet with an AV company do your homework. Step 2: Prepare for the First Meeting With AV Company. Below are the best ways to prepare for your meeting. Request References. Ask your AV company to provide references of past clients with similar events they have worked with.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Will kicks it off with looking at features “Looking at all those different things and even references on here too. It’s going to help you meet your goals. Christy Lamagna – Strategic Meetings & Events. All of these factors play a role in how to choose event technology. Which is really, really cool.

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The Modern Event

MARCH 30, 2016

Blogs are becoming key resources for meeting and event professionals in terms of trends, event planning, emerging technologies, inspiration, and connecting with fellow professionals. Adrian Segar’s blog is for the corporate meeting professional; creating “relevant, memorable conferences.” ConferencesThatWork.com.

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Endless Events

APRIL 7, 2020

So there’s a strict force majeure principle out there” “Now, what we’ve done in the meetings industry is broaden that. There shouldn’t just be a cancellation if it’s impossible or illegal to have a meeting. But we’ve talked about, is it impractical to have a meeting?

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Today there always seems to be someone stating that they have they latest and greatest conference planning guide to help you do your meeting planning job. So even if your next meeting isn’t a large one, consider going on the CVB’s website as there will be a lot of complimentary planning information to help you. Are they free?

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Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

The Strategic Meetings Management Guide Successful strategic meetings management requires a wide array of skills and tools to help you meet stakeholders' expectations and reach your goals. Within this guide, you will receive the tools and knowledge to become a meeting strategist for your organization.

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Endless Events

MARCH 30, 2020

“A lot of people experience virtual events on a daily basis in their office and corporate meetings already”, says Andrew. You can put the presenter slides there for future reference. You used to come together for a quarterly regional meeting that everyone had to travel for.

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Have you ever attended a birthday party, holiday gathering, or business meeting at a restaurant? As the demand for private events grows and booking windows get shorter, more customers are looking for restaurant event spaces that meet their needs. In this guide, we cover the ins and outs of restaurant events.

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Bizzabo

JANUARY 17, 2020

It was founded in 1706 and nicknamed The Duke City in reference to Francisco Fernández de la Cueva, the 10th Duke of Albuquerque. Host your next business meeting, industry conference, wedding reception, or prom event here and get access to extraordinary, hands-on exhibits that are sure to wow your guests. Location: Sawmill Area.

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Stova

MAY 25, 2023

Meet with key stakeholders and decision makers to align on and specify event goals. Strategic venue sourcing and selection software helps meeting planners sort through hundreds of thousands of possible venues (and rooms) at the click of a few buttons with a refined search. Filter out venues that don’t meet your criteria.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Unfortunately, this coincided with the property crash and additional treasures such as historic charts and books from the 1600’s had to be added to the sale to meet the capital needed. It was decided also that the House should be open to carefully vetted private bookings to augment the refurbishment funding.

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Bizzabo

APRIL 30, 2019

A malleable space, the OPAL Event Center can be transformed into a banquet hall, an auditorium, and any other floor or seating plan that meets your needs. They also host your standard array of weddings, seminars, and meetings in their breathtaking facilities. Mitchell Park Community Center. Source: Yelp. Location: Palo Alto.

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

A generational shift (mostly driven by technology and online interaction) is forcing large hotel chains to create new brands with completely overhauled meeting and event offers. Rates can be particularly complex when guest room accommodation is part of the overall meeting or event requirement.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

To see what that might look like from the perspective of a corporate meeting professional, I spent the weekend in The Palm Beaches, Florida, at the inaugural Eudemonia Summit at Hilton West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County Convention Center. Our gut microbiome affects inflammation, cognitive ability and mood. “The

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Smart Meetings

JULY 13, 2022

Corporate meeting attendees often harbor inner geeks. Everything is bigger in Texas and that doesn’t just refer to landmass. The post Meeting in the Top 10 Cities for Geeks in the U.S. appeared first on Smart Meetings. Located 50 miles outside of Houston is the Texas Renaissance Festival.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 13, 2022

Corporate meeting attendees often harbor inner geeks. Everything is bigger in Texas and that doesn’t just refer to landmass. The post Meeting in the Top 10 Cities for Geeks in the U.S. appeared first on Smart Meetings. Located 50 miles outside of Houston is the Texas Renaissance Festival.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 9, 2018

The Grass Roots Meetings Industry Report was judged best meetings and events supplement at the 15 th Business Travel Journalism Awards on Thursday 4 th October. The awards are judged by a panel of industry leaders including corporate buyers, associations and venues. The 2018 edition is the sixth.

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Prestige Events Magazine

AUGUST 10, 2022

Demand for business travel and meetings is back with a vengeance, of that there is absolutely no doubt,” said Patrick Andersen, CWT’s Chief Executive Officer. What we are seeing now are multiple factors coming into play when corporate travel buyers and procurement officers model their travel programs. Meetings and Events.

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Guidebook

MARCH 7, 2025

Planning an event whether its a large-scale conference, trade show or a corporate meeting requires diligence and organization. Be Ready for Problem-Solving & Emergencies Keep a printed emergency plan on hand for quick reference. Thats why weve created this comprehensive event planner timeline.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

Every year, when we compile the latest Meetings Market Survey results, we compare them to the previous year’s survey. Those disclaimers aside, Convene ’s annual Meetings Market Survey continues to be recognized as an important piece of benchmarking research in the meetings industry. In last year’s survey: +2.9 percent. ›

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SmartMeetings

MAY 22, 2017

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) followed that up in March with a ban on in-cabin personal electronic devices, commonly referred to as the “laptop ban.” Of greatest concern in the GBTA study is the long-term impact on meetings and events. The post Meetings Hit Hardest as US Travel Industry Set to Lose $1.3

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