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event planning
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Planning for an Uncertain Future Requires Open Ears, Communication, and Empathy
How associations can plan for efficient shutdowns and safe reopenings.
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
A Few Practical Realities for Post-Pandemic Events
As the pandemic abates and even after it subsides, meetings are going to look a lot different. What…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
When the Contingency Plan Becomes the Main Event
How associations can adapt to the times with research and the right technology.
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Lessons From the Front Lines of Virtual Event Planning
COVID-19 has changed our ability to get together for the foreseeable future. Here's how to thrive in the…
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How to Use Games to Bring Virtual Attendees Together
So, thank you for coming. We’ll get um … started in just a few—hang on, I can’t see…
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Three Steps to Building Your Association’s Workflow for Virtual Events in 2021
With a measured strategy and the right tools, you’ll avoid mistakes and burnout.
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Initial Steps for Creating a Speaker Database
Creating a pool of subject matter experts that your organization can pull from will improve and accelerate your…
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Six Tips for Hosting a Virtual Speed-Networking Event
Association professionals have a unique opportunity to explore new ways of bringing members together and encouraging idea sharing…
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Is the Future of Events Virtual or in Person? in a Word: Yes
An expert in events gives advice for how to succeed in an ever-changing business climate.
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4 Things Planners Must Do to Make Hybrid Meetings Successful
MGM Resorts’ head of events shares tips for moving into a future where face-to-face and digital blend seamlessly.
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
How One Association Priced Its Virtual Annual Meeting
As one association after another pivoted to virtual conferences back in spring 2020, there were so many unknowns…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
4 Lessons Learned from Crisis—And How to Better Prepare for What’s to Come
How Indy is moving forward from the pandemic to a prosperous future.
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What Virtual Attendees Are Looking for in 2021
A look at three ways attendee expectations have evolved since the pandemic began, and what that means for…
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Five Ideas for Designing an Effective Virtual Event Agenda
With in-person meeting and events on continued hiatus due to coronavirus, virtual conferences are the new normal. Meeting…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Six Phases of Virtual Event Creation: Lessons Learned From Rapid Prototyping
Professional development remains a mission-critical offering for most associations, often delivered through in-person meetings. But, due to the…
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For Virtual Events, the Destination Still Matters—Here’s Why
Grounding the event in a sense of place is important even if the format moves away from face-to-face.
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
With A Heightened Focus on Safety, Small Meetings Zero In On Shifting Sentiments & Priorities
As factors change for in-person attendees, resorts are helping planners deliver.
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Take These Four Winning Elements of 2020’s Meeting Successes Into 2021
As your association starts planning for 2021, check out some of the bright ideas that kept events—virtual, in-person,…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Six Tips for a Successful Virtual Thanksgiving
Celebrating turkey day remotely? A few associations have offered ways to transition the festivities to an online setting.
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Associations Turn to 2021 Event Decisions, Leaning Heavily on Digital
Associations are beginning to announce event plans for next year, holding steady with virtual meetings at least for…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Why Crisis Calls for Doubling Down on Customer Service
The leading convention city in America shares its strategies for association professionals.
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How Can I Expand My Virtual and Hybrid Meeting Expertise?
These four tips can help hone strategy and maximize the attendee experience.
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Are You Ready to Lead in a Hybrid 2021?
COVID-19 disrupted meetings this year. Next year offers a chance to think about how you’ll lead in an…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
The Future of Meetings: Find Out How Specialized Cities Lend Themselves To Specialized Meetings
Given the challenges of face-to-face gatherings, destinations must provide an ideal learning environment that justifies the travel.
