Smart Meetings

JUNE 2, 2023

If you’re looking for a venue that’s designed to impress and inspire, then you won’t want to miss the newly renovated Baird Center (formerly, the Wisconsin Center). This iconic venue is currently undergoing a massive $456 million expansion project, doubling its size to 1.3 million total square feet by May 2024.

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PCMA Convene

APRIL 3, 2020

Speakers for a Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin conference film their presentations at the Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center in Madison. The PDPW had to pivot to a virtual event in little time. That left converting the meeting to a virtual event as the only way forward. Cassandra Strupp.

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Connect Your Meetings

MARCH 5, 2018

Eau Claire, Wisconsin, often described as “ mini Portland ” or “ mini Austin ,” has found its footing within the preserved renaissance of counter-culture living. What regions does Eau Claire typically attract events from? Besides sports and music, we’re really a festival and events city.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JANUARY 14, 2022

We are living in a world where large popular events and crowded locations are increasingly becoming targets for terrorism and other life threatening behaviour, therefore being prepared for the unthinkable is a necessity. These are just two examples of large events that suffered devastating consequences and, sadly, there are many more. .

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PCMA Convene

APRIL 12, 2021

A year after converting their annual business conference to an online event, the Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin (PDPW) returned to an in-person event in March, 2021. Virtual events don’t always have that element,” Strupp said. PDPW’S 2020 EVENT: How a Dairy Producers Conference Doubled Its Reach With Virtual.

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Prestige Events Magazine

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

This year, the Ryder Cup took place at the Whistling Straits Golf Course, Wisconsin from 24 th – 26 th September 2021 and saw the USA take victory with a final score of 19-9.

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Eventinterface

JULY 16, 2017

Fiorella Neira is an event planner based in Wisconsin and owner of Neira Event Group. She produces both corporate and social events for clients throughout the state. What is the most unique location you have ever planned an event at? The most unique venue was a ski lodge we used for a corporate retreat.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 18, 2021

A new Pandemic Compliance Advisor course is designed to help planners ensure best practices for the safest execution of in-person events, It covers, among other topics, working with venues on everything from sanitation to F&B considerations to traffic flow. Mary-Ann Urbanovich.

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Unique Venues

JULY 10, 2019

Are you searching for a venue that offers a breathtaking background for all of your wedding day pictures? Many of our non-traditional venues offer gorgeous views during each of the four seasons. Across the United States, cities are filled with venues that are postcard perfect, which, of course, make the best wedding venues.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

When social distancing was introduced to deal with the current pandemic, contactless ordering and payments became one of the most effective ways for people to protect their health while visiting different kinds of events. Contactless technology is slowly pushing venues into the digital age. Types of Live Event Ordering.

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Unique Venues

JUNE 10, 2020

Having your event in the Midwest region of the United States is a wonderful idea. Beautiful Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri is a go-to venue for any kind of social or professional business event. We just love Galena, Illinois as an event location – limited only by your event planning imagination.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 29, 2022

Jansen brings over 25 years of facility management and event execution experience to the Mayo Civic Center. He spent the majority of his career with the Bradley Center Sports & Entertainment Corporation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Moore, ASM Global Regional Vice President. “It

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 21, 2017

Yet, as a meeting or event planner , it’s not likely in the forefront of your mind. If an attendee is from a state in which marijuana is legal but the event is in one with stricter laws, then the attendee must comply with in-state laws— even for medicinal use. Just make sure you communicate that clearly to attendees before the event.

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Brilliant Event Planning

JULY 24, 2020

The below is the most recent information we were able to gather on event restrictions in New York and New Jersey in order to stop/slow the spread of Covid-10. If elevators are necessary at an event, only one individual is permitted at a time unless all individuals are wearing face coverings. Photo by Lindsay Madden Photography.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Editor’s Note : Following is an excerpt from Robin Farmanfarmanian’s new book, Facilitating Virtual Events: Driving Participant Engagement & Interaction. In the spring of 2020, as, one by one, so many in-person events transitioned to virtual , it became clear that a few things separated the great virtual events from boring virtual events.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 11, 2016

There’s definitely a meetings and events correlation among the top 10 historic hotels in the 2016 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice awards. It seems that special events are as much a part of these treasured venues as the dates in which they first broke ground. of elegant event space. The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs.

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Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Searching for top technology events to attend in 2019? Scouring the internet for event information could be an overwhelming task. Tech Events featured in in this list take place all throughout the year, all around the globe. Tech Events featured in in this list take place all throughout the year, all around the globe.

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Unique Venues

DECEMBER 20, 2022

At Unique Venues, we have so many options for you to choose from. Managed by Sodexo Conferencing, this state-of-the-art center provides theater, classroom, and standing reception style events and offers in-house and cultural catering, available venue hosted alcohol, and complimentary parking for your guests.

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Unique Venues

DECEMBER 21, 2022

At Unique Venues, we have so many options for you to choose from. Managed by Sodexo Conferencing, this state-of-the-art center provides theater, classroom, and standing reception style events and offers in-house and cultural catering, available venue hosted alcohol, and complimentary parking for your guests. Minneapolis, MN.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 7, 2023

One reason Melbourne is the preferred destination for medical conferences is the city’s global reputation as a powerhouse in medical research, combined with impressive medical neighborhoods and event infrastructure. Melbourne Connect Located near the biomedical neighborhood is the impressive Melbourne Connect multipurpose venue.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 9, 2021

April Stull, incoming treasurer of the American Society for Nutrition, introduces the June 8 event lineup for Nutrition Live Online 2021. ASN changed its pricing model for this year’s digital event. 2020 Event: Free Registration for This Virtual Event Was a ‘Game Changer’. Mary Pat Cornett. Mary Pat Cornett.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Deliver the goods and you can charge for online events. At the time, I was still working full time for a meeting and event production company and, frankly, needed to vent a bit about how I felt we were being treated by a couple of our clients. More : Tackling the Elephant in the Zoom Room: Paid vs. Free Virtual Events.

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Connect Your Meetings

DECEMBER 5, 2016

The 155-room SpringHill Suites Milwaukee, conveniently connected to the Wisconsin Center convention complex by skywalk, also opened its doors in 2016. It’s easy to book meetings at the Wisconsin Center campus with its three venues providing flexibility and value. feet of meeting space, add to the mix of event venue options.

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Social Tables

JULY 13, 2023

Whether you’re planning a birthday celebration for a major golf fan or looking for a unique venue for an outdoor celebration , a golf course birthday party may be the right choice for your event. Depending on the size, style, and type of birthday affair you want to host, you can manage the event yourself or enlist assistance.

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 17, 2022

IMEX America, which returns to Las Vegas October 10 – 13, is set to address the new needs of the industry head on, bringing together the global business events community in a four-day event designed to deliver a tailored, targeted and enjoyable business experience.?? . 3,000+ global buyers.

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Unique Venues

JUNE 24, 2021

Whatever your passion, you’ll likely find it in this tiny but mighty town that’s situated on the Galena River just minutes from the borders of Iowa and Wisconsin. This flower farm specializes in high quality blooms, wedding and event floral design and wholesale flower production. Trekkin’ with Goats.

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Connect Your Meetings

JULY 31, 2017

To make event planning a breeze, Kalahari Resorts & Conventions has everything you need. For two decades, Kalahari Resorts & Conventions has been making event planning effortless with knowledgeable and experienced staff, seamless operations, a willingness to adjust to personal needs and the ability to accommodate events of all sizes.

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Event Leadership Institute

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

One of the main reasons event professionals learn with us is to hone the skills needed to advance their event planning careers, and many of them ask us about job openings. Fundraising Event Management. Technical Meeting & Event Production. Event & Meeting Management Fundamentals. Upcoming Courses.

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Unique Venues

OCTOBER 1, 2018

In this region, the University of Illinois Conferences & Special Events is home to a 1,400-acre campus with high-tech classroom spaces, lounges, and overnight accommodations for up to 1,800 people and a dedicated event staff to help plan it all. University of Wisconsin-Platteville. Springfield, MO. Mount Pleasant, MI.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

One of the most enjoyable parts of my role as corporate sales manager at The Abbey Resort on Geneva Lake in Fontana, Wisconsin, is collaborating with groups to plan their holiday events. Even if your holiday party budget is limited, don’t shy away from bigger venues. Encourage Holiday Cheer. Never Hurts to Ask.

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GatherHere

MAY 8, 2018

If you love history, good beer, and find yourself near Green Bay, Wisconsin, you’ll want to visit Titletown Brewing Company. Since opening its doors in late 1996, the brewery brand has made a name for itself in the city, particularly as a great venue for private events.

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Unique Venues

AUGUST 22, 2022

The Chicago Southland is enthusiastically ready to assist you in planning your regional meetings and events! We pride ourselves on stellar service and going the extra mile in assisting all planners, regardless of meeting or event size. With multiple event spaces, Thornton Distilling Co. Looking to stay indoors? in Thornton.

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SpotMe Blog

MAY 4, 2021

Virtual conferences aren’t a groundbreaking idea anymore, but event planners are continually learning how to use them in groundbreaking ways. One of the many benefits is a hybrid element, which includes the best of in-person and virtual events. Virtual Conference vs. Virtual Event: What’s the Difference? Concerts and festivals.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 2, 2023

Using WalletHub’s list of the happiest cities in America , Smart Meetings gathered some of the top locations, venues and locations that are sure to bring a smile to your attendees’ faces. Tours are daily and there are also fun, spooky events scheduled throughout the year. of meeting and event space and 43 breakout rooms.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 15, 2019

Event spaces include Frank Lloyd Wright Ballroom (24,576 sq. Related: Arizona Biltmore on Full Display During Smart Event. Johnson, worked with Wright to create Wingspread in Wind Point, Wisconsin. The event space is split into three carefully manicured wings: Conference Center, Sam and Gene Johnson Guest House and Wingspread.

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Stova

MARCH 20, 2023

The trouble is, in every industry, there are seemingly too many conferences or events to choose from and it’s hard to know which ones are right for you to invest your time and money in. As a result, many events which have been canceled or significantly modified over the past two years are finally able to resume in person.

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Event Marketer

JULY 5, 2021

And to support the event professionals making that seismic shift from “freak-out” to “full steam ahead,” we kicked off the first half of the year by delivering the educational resources needed to help fuel the industry’s next chapter. More B-to-B Event Coverage: Introducing the 2021 Dream Team…The Sharpest Minds in B-to-B Events.

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