Smart Meetings

MAY 18, 2024

The official opening of the expanded Baird Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Thursday (now officially Baird Center Day in The Fresh Coast City) was the realization of a plan put in motion when Wisconsin Center opened in 1998. A stepped wood seating area in the north lobby adds an interactive focal point.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 15, 2024

Baraboo Supper Club is named for Baraboo, Wisconsin, and is the ideal place to enjoy brandy old fashioneds, prime rib, relish trays and boozy ice cream. of meeting and event space. of meeting and event space span the building’s 22 nd and 23 rd floors. of meeting and event space span the building’s 22 nd and 23 rd floors.

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Event Marketer

JUNE 15, 2021

Miller sought to fix that by submitting a petition to the Milwaukee Common Council to create its own territory, called The Champagne of Beers region, around its brewery in Wisconsin—and then hiring an official brand ambassador to represent it on the ground. Photo credits: Miller High Life, Anheuser-Busch.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 10, 2024

According to authorities, at least five people have been killed in Wisconsin, Georgia and North Carolina as a result. Read More : How Meeting Planners Can Pre-plan for Event Crisis Management The storm is expected to make its way north into Canada with wind gusts of up to 95 mph. Nearly 89,000 New Yorkers lost power before 8 p.m.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Just for you, tourism bureaus and hospitality professionals are hanging holly, preparing their spaces to host events and—beginning Black Friday and Cyber Monday—sales for holiday business travelers. Here are some of the best experiences and Cyber sales on hotels and the most festive corporate-friendly events and giftable trips of the season.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 3, 2022

The Wisconsin Center District is located in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, placing attendees within walking distance of top attractions, dining, and nightlife. Additionally, these convention campus-area districts are perfect for after-hours fun during Milwaukee meetings and events. Wisconsin Avenue. Learn More.

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MARCH 1, 2024

Dan Dolan The Abbey Resort & Avani Spa in Fontana, Wisconsin, has named Dolan general manager. Lanette Torres Torres is director of sales, marketing and events for Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort Spa and Casino.

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Event Marketer

MARCH 30, 2023

At the industry’s largest annual trade event, the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), Jan. Photo credit: Kohler The post A Welcoming Booth Vibe Helps Kohler Celebrate 150 Years and Earn Top Honors at KBIS appeared first on Event Marketer. 30 through Feb.

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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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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 14, 2020

With a $420 million expansion approved and the Democratic National Convention (DNC) on the horizon, 2020 was off to a strong start for the Wisconsin Center District (WCD). How could we forge ahead with a major expansion project and a huge event in the middle of a global pandemic? Wisconsin Center.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

She will draw on her over 20 years of experience with Caesar’s Entertainment and Hyatt to book business in the areas of Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin and Wyoming. He will work to elevate guest connections and create memorable stays.

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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). Whether you’re planning a corporate event, trade show, or convention, this expanded campus will have everything you need to make your event unforgettable.

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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. The Belfry hosted the coveted Ryder Cup in 1985, 1989, 1993 and 2002 on its legendry Brabazon Course firmly placing The Belfry on the global map.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 22, 2017

Planning an event in a city holding a food, music or cultural festival is a fun way for planners to get attendees involved in local experiences. Motel 6 reviewed many one-of-a-kind events until ultimately choosing finalists based on originality and the quality of their offerings. Wisconsin State Cow Chip Throw & Festival.

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Expo Pass

JUNE 24, 2024

She has advocated for the conservation of our natural resources while working in fundraising for The Nature Conservancy; promoted wildlife viewing at the Alaska Department of Fish & Game; and marketed local special events at Arizona State Parks.

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PCMA Convene

JULY 8, 2021

Derrick Johnson (left) and Jared Young take part in the session “The Nuts and Bolts of Omni-channel and Hybrid Events,” which featured two speakers, Justin Hartman and Cassandra Strupp, who appeared virtually. What are the top lessons related to executing and strategizing around hybrid events?

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Event Industry News

APRIL 6, 2023

Implecho will be Audio Partner for Event Tech Live (ETL) Las Vegas, organizer Event Industry News has announced. The arrangement sees Brookfield, Wisconsin-based, Implecho providing the show with a two-way radio system for event logistics and 300 audio communications headsets for the live sessions.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 1, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic forced business event planners to swiftly move canceled face-to-face events online, changing the digital event landscape forever. The event’s success was a revelation to Strupp. She said she’s “the last person” who would want to cancel a face-to-face event — she began her career planning them.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 27, 2023

Great to see the likes of Evolution Dome, behavioural analytics specialist Zenus AI and Wisconsin-based audio/comms problem solvers Implecho […]

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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. There’s been no paid advertising for this course.

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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? Without one piece of the puzzle, the event will not happen seamlessly.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 19, 2017

Having a tough time coming up with fundraising event ideas? Consider these three fundraising event ideas or use them for inspiration to come up with your own unique event. Consider these three fundraising event ideas or use them for inspiration to come up with your own unique event. Don’t be afraid to be weird.

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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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Connect Your Meetings

APRIL 29, 2019

These individuals are leaders, mentors and stars who moved the events industry forward for decades. Executive Vice President & COO , International Association of Exhibitions and Events. Senior Business Events Manager. Muskego, Wisconsin. Senior Director of Conference and Events Management. David Bradley.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 16, 2017

Janet Sperstad, program director for event management at Madison Technical College in Wisconsin, is seeing more meetings where sessions aren’t necessarily shorter, but speakers and topics within a session change every 20 minutes. Breaks allow time to check email and tend to immediate work needs.

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PCMA Convene

APRIL 13, 2021

Just like Cinderella’s glass slipper, not all hybrid meeting formats fit every event. In the latest Business Events Industry Dashboard survey , conducted March 22-25, we asked meeting organizers to share how they plan to design their upcoming hybrid events. Simultaneous, in-person event with streaming content.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 15, 2022

Andaz West Hollywood , LA’s premier hotel on the Sunset Strip, named Tucker general manager and Frederick director of sales, events and marketing. For 15 years, McMillan has held roles in events and hospitality sales. Julian Tucker and Terrance Frederick. Tucker has spent 25 years becoming an experienced leader at Hyatt properties.

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G2Planet

AUGUST 13, 2019

(M&IW) and past president of the Wisconsin Chapter of Meeting Professionals International (MPI). She writes the Plan It on a Post-It blog, and her contributions have been featured in Evvnt, Wisconsin Meetings Magazine, and other publications. In addition to your "day job" (we know what that means in the events industry!)

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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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MAY 19, 2023

A chat with Janet Sperstad, CMP (MPI Wisconsin Chapter), faculty director, event management business solutions at Madison College, about her IMEX Frankfurt session “The human nature of kindness: Explore the hard science behind the soft skill,” a part of the event’s inclusivity-focused AVoice4All education.

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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

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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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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Connect Your Meetings

JUNE 28, 2017

Kalahari’s first property, Wisconsin Dells, opened in 2000. Not only will we continue to be a destination for youth and recreation sports, but we can compete for conferences, events and meetings we didn’t have the capacity to host before.”. “This is the third-generation Kalahari,” says Michael Levine, director of sales. “I

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