Smart Meetings

JANUARY 13, 2025

Some attendees thrive in traditional keynote sessions (think Baby Boomers), while others, especially Millennials and Gen Z, are more engaged during hands-on workshops or collaborative sessions. Another idea is to feature cross-generational panels where speakers from different age groups offer contrasting perspectives on key topics.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

From keynote speeches by influential thought leaders to interactive workshops and networking opportunities, the conference fostered a unique environment for personal and professional development. The event featured inspiring speakers who shared valuable insights, providing an excellent platform for networking and exchanging ideas.

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Prestige Events Magazine

AUGUST 27, 2024

The first, on day one of IBTM World, will comprise an exclusive, invite-only workshop for senior executives, VPs and influential leaders from different sectors. It will examine how marketing pros use insights to inform their experiential strategy, and advocate for the importance of listening closely to customers before doing anything else.

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Social Tables

MARCH 24, 2021

The term workshop is commonly used to describe many different types of events. But according to Merriam-Webster, a workshop is defined as “a usually brief intensive educational program for a relatively small group of people that focuses especially on techniques and skills in a particular field.” What type of workshop is it?

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

There, the brand played host to various events and workshops, including breathwork sessions, fireside chats, acoustic sets, tea meditation, sunset yoga and beyond. After completing the journey, consumers could visit the concierge for a premium branded leather key chain. Partner: George P.

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Eventmobi

MARCH 19, 2025

For example, you may have general admission tickets that allow attendees to access all the main event sessions and workshops and VIP tickets at a higher price that provide access to exclusive networking opportunities, front-row seating, and VIP lounges. Develop ticket tiers that unlock access to different benefits at your event.

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Eventmobi

JULY 13, 2023

Think back: what do you remember about the event speakers from your most recent event? Getting the right speakers for your event can make or break the success of your conference, trade show, or seminar. But finding the perfect speakers can sometimes feel like searching for a needle in a haystack! Workshop leaders.

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Velvet Chainsaw

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Diane is a keynote speaker on curiosity and innovation and a New York Times Bestselling author. This could mean hands-on workshops, interactive installations, or even 3D-printed souvenirs. What has worked for getting the most out of an experience design workshop for your major event? This is a guest post by Diana Kander.

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Conferences that Work

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

80% of meeting professionals prefer f acilitated workshop-style, participatory sessions [ survey by M&C Research, April 2018 Meeting and Conventions magazine ]! In contrast, that’s way ahead of their second choice: Professional speakers delivering presentations (58%). Sources for additional information.

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Eventmobi

JANUARY 7, 2025

Whether youre running a members-only workshop or hosting a conference, events are a core part of your outreach strategy. Emails in this stage would explain appealing aspects of the event a few months before, such as guest speakers and entertainment. or Just Announced: See the New Speakers for Our Event! Teaser-focused.

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Eventmobi

MAY 23, 2024

Oftentimes, conferences include keynote speakers and workshop sessions, each designed to educate attendees. That said, conventions also aim to educate attendees via speeches, panels, and workshops. This kind of conference often features multiple speakers, who each present information on related topics.

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Expo Pass

MAY 10, 2022

“I love seeing speakers that change the way we think […] They are experts, they have thought about something, they bring their own view of the world – to you – and it changes how you think about the world.”. It also helps to connect personally with potential speakers. What are the various types of speaker business models? . “If

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Prestige Events Magazine

JULY 17, 2024

Confirmed for the Royal Lancaster London on Thursday, November 14, 2024, HOSPACE will once again play host to an array of discussions and workshops covering everything from technology advancements to enhancing the guest experience.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Wilson’s Limitless Minds is a company focused on bringing out the best in people via coaches and public speakers from different backgrounds, such as clinical psychologist Julia West or Paralympic track and field athlete Lex Gillete. “In See more : Michelin-starred Dining in…Orlando?

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Iain Game, festival director of Wychwood Festival, Andrew Lansley, innovation manager at Cheltenham Festivals, Natasha Mortimer, managing and creative director of Imagineerium, and Mark Bustard, managing director of nvisible agency have joined Event Buyers Live’s (EBL) already impressive lineup of speakers.

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Attendease

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Were they actively participating in the sessions and workshops? This includes venue costs, marketing, speaker fees, and logistics. Participant Satisfaction No matter how well you think your event went, it’s the attendees, sponsors, and speakers whose opinions will make or break your event’s reputation.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2021

While event organizers are getting good at planning in-person, hybrid and online events, booking the right speakers and keeping attendees engaged are still some of the biggest challenges. That’s why securing an exciting, engaging speaker and creating a compelling, concise agenda is even more critical than for in-person events.

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Prestige Events Magazine

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Bursting with experienced event industry leaders, the event’s ninth outing will feature dedicated roundtable and workshop sessions on Protect Duty, safeguarding, flexible working practices, festival operations, and a panel session delivered in partnership with GL events UK on how to value engineer your event.

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Attendease

JULY 4, 2019

Give your audience a sneak peek at what you have in store—snaps of the venue, pics from last year's bash, photos of breakouts or workshops, and of course a glimpse of the keynote speakers. How will I benefit? The two new blocks we are introducing will give you exactly what you need: Image Gallery.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JANUARY 4, 2019

Have you ever been surprised when a full day workshop ended? Then advisors, volunteers and staff review applications to select the content and speakers for their event. Instead of offering content as solutions, speaker-facilitators offer tools so that individuals and groups can collaboratively co-create their own solutions.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JUNE 14, 2017

But most conferences are already designed to be configurable, by providing attendees with options — concurrent sessions, pre-conference workshops, and ticketed functions, for example. Ask the speaker or moderator to share those with the participants.

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Conferences that Work

DECEMBER 17, 2018

Instead of listening to speakers, you’re going to have — wait for it — experiences ! Participation techniques you can use in conference sessions Here’s the summary handout for my workshop on participation techniques you can use in conference sessions that I’ll be leading at MPI’s World Education Congress 2011.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

World-class experts and speakers, specialist education for corporate, association and agency executives together with workshops and programmes for students and faculty topped off a busy reunion week.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 23, 2024

Quinn Conyers was the keynote speaker to kick off the event, driving home her message of self-presentation and “luxury language to be an effective leader.” Smart Meetings was also privileged to be a judge for IACC Americas Innovations Workshop.

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Event Marketer

AUGUST 9, 2024

We had 102 speakers, 14 performances across three stages, moderated by 28 members of the Bloomberg News media and philanthropy staff. We had speakers including Jay Inslee, Stacey Abrams, Gina McCarthy, Jim Coulter—incredible names on that main stage. So that gave us real science, real inspiration and real conversations that evening.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 26, 2025

As a keynote speaker on future trends I spend much of my time at events, yet Im an industry outsider. Events Reimagined: From Consumption to Co-Creation Events have historically been one-way streets, with speakers on stage talking to largely passive audiences. Hes right, but he didnt go far enough.

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Conferences that Work

AUGUST 30, 2021

All quotes are from the article “ Virtual Growing Pains: Initial Lessons Learned from Organizing Virtual Workshops, Summits, Conferences, and Networking Events during a Global Pandemic “ in the Limnology and Oceanography Bulletin. 50 -person workshop in Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.A., Check it out for full details!

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Attendease

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Among the many that make a lasting impression are workshops, practical exercises, and multisensory events. This commitment means showcasing a wide spectrum of speakers, selecting locations that are gender-neutral and accessible, and streamlining entry requirements for all.

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Conferences that Work

APRIL 22, 2019

Related posts: Participation techniques you can use in conference sessions Here’s the summary handout for my workshop on participation techniques you can use in conference sessions that I’ll be leading at MPI’s World Education Congress 2011. Rethinking traditional Q&A appeared first on Conferences That Work. The notes at the.

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IMG

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Women’s Empowerment Event Ideas Inspirational Speakers and Panel Discussions Imagine a room filled with women from diverse backgrounds sharing their stories of triumph, setbacks, and success. That’s the power of inspirational speakers and panel discussions. Pro Tip: Mix it up! Pro Tip: Keep it interactive.

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Attendease

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Among the many that make a lasting impression are workshops, practical exercises, and multisensory events. This commitment means showcasing a wide spectrum of speakers, selecting locations that are gender-neutral and accessible, and streamlining entry requirements for all.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2021

The agency also provides activities and workshops designed to improve collaboration, effective communication and “innovative, outside-the-box strategizing.”. Our speakers are experts who have worked at the highest levels of security clearance and lived through mind-blowing experiences,” Paul says.

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Prestige Events Magazine

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

With an estimated 1,300+ attendees and 200 speakers from over 50 countries, for three days the Barbican is set to be the hub of pioneering discussions on urban development, tall buildings and sustainability. As one of the UK’s architectural icons, located within the City of London, the Barbican is the perfect setting for the conference.

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Coterie Spark

MARCH 24, 2025

Pre-Conference AI Enhancements: Customized Agendas: AI can provide attendees with suggestions on which sessions and workshops to attend and which exhibitors to meet. Real-Time Chatbots: AI-powered chatbots offer instant, tailored responses to attendee questions from event logistics to speaker details reducing the burden on your staff.

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Event Marketer

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Next-level Content Engagement With high-profile speakers including NVIDIA’s Jensen Huang, Jane Goodall and Matthew McConaughey, much-anticipated keynotes, and hundreds of sessions, the amount of content produced during Dreamforce is staggering. on a card and pin them to the cork board, which was nearly filled by day two.

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Conferences that Work

JULY 26, 2021

In 2002 I attended the Problem Solving Leadership Workshop led by Jerry Weinberg and Naomi Karten. Unlike many other feelings, feeling hurt by someone’s words involves you granting, either consciously or unconsciously, the speaker some kind of authority over you. I have always worked to be impeccable with my word and do my best.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Types of Corporate Events Conferences: Large-scale gatherings focused on industry insights, innovation, and networking, featuring multiple speakers and breakout sessions. Seminars and Workshops: Small to medium-sized events centered on education and hands-on learning. Use Eventtia’s email tools for automated reminders and updates.

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