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October 9, 2017

Conference Keynote Speech Highlights Serious Security Concerns

U.K. Prime Minister Theresa May’s address at the Conservative Party Conference raises some big questions about speaker safety.

BY David McMillin October 9, 2017

How to Talk to Your Attendees About Your Room Block

Want to increase your pickup? It starts with outlining a meaningful communication strategy.

BY David McMillin October 9, 2017

How a First-Year Trade Show Sold Out of Space

Launching a new trade show comes with plenty of uncertainties, but the numbers from the inaugural North American Commercial Vehicle Show clearly demonstrate that the event has filled an unmet need.

BY David McMillin October 9, 2017

Opening Message at IMEX America Will Be Vegas Strong

MGM Resorts International — which has established a special fund for victims of last week’s shooting — will hold a press conference shortly after IMEX America opens on Tuesday. Its theme will be one of support and unity in the events industry.

BY Michelle Russell October 8, 2017

When a Convention Leaves Home

SECO International is breaking tradition by leaving its host city of Atlanta for the first time in 60 years.

BY Casey Gale October 6, 2017

When the Second Time Around Isn’t a Charm

Jack Molisani learned some valuable lessons after making a number of critical mistakes organizing his first conference in Europe, so he figured his next European event would go smoothly. He couldn’t have been more wrong.

BY Michelle Russell October 6, 2017

Rotary International Tells Immersive Story with VR ‘Empathy Machines’

Rotary International wanted to give attendees a unique glimpse into the organization’s efforts to eradicate polio and establish peace. So they created a massive simultaneous virtual-reality viewing experience.

BY David McMillin October 5, 2017

Maximizing Attendance: Decision to Attend Study 2

The second Decision to Attend Study survey report – DTA2 – provides extensive insight on what drives attendance.

October 4, 2017

The Anaheim Campus Invites You to Relax

The old idea of never mixing business and pleasure is lost at the Anaheim Campus, where work, play, and collaboration go hand-in-hand.

BY Jasmine Zhu October 4, 2017

Travel in an Age of Uncertainty

The Skift Global Forum touched on a range of challenges associated with global travel — and by extension business events.

BY Michelle Russell October 4, 2017

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