Technology

How Artificial Intelligence Will Fundamentally Change the Industry

Here’s how AI is currently being used in the meetings and events industry, what’s next in the field of AI, the limits of AI and how human workers can adapt and overcome the threat that AI poses.

What Planners Need to Know About AV

AV is a costly, often confusing aspect of planning meetings and events, from the basic terminology involved to accurately assessing what is a “need” instead of an expensive “nice to have.”

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Phoenix Launches Sports Commission and Enjoys a Biomed Surge

The Phoenix City Council unanimously approved the formation of the Phoenix Sports and Events Commission, which will leverage the destination's outsized role hosting major pro sports events.

How Maritz Uses AI and How Meeting Profs Can Learn From It

Amy Kramer, market and product innovation leader for Maritz, explains how global MICE giant Maritz has integrated AI into its workflow and provides tips on how meeting professionals can implement this remarkable new technology to streamline workflows and gather information.

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Encore's Amanda Armstrong Talks Making an Impact, Igniting the Senses and the Future of Event Technology

What's new in event technology, and how can meeting planners stay ahead of the curve and keep attendees engaged? Encore's Amanda Armstrong has the answers. Listen now to learn more!

Fast Forward: The Future of Artificial Intelligence in the Meetings Industry

On this episode of Fast Forward, host Logan Pratt sits down with Anca Platon Trifan, the CEO of Tree-Fan Events and Fit Mindful Mavens who is also one of the foremost experts on artificial intelligence and AV technology in the industry.

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Dreamforce Defies 'Doom Loop' by Re-Upping San Francisco Show

Salesforce's decision to re-up its annual Dreamforce convention in San Francisco for the next three years bodes well for a destination hopefully on the comeback.

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Trendsetter Tuesday: How Cvent's Rachel Andrews Builds Bridges to a Digital Future

Our weekly Trendsetter Tuesday podcast series checks in with Rachel Andrews, senior director of global meetings and events for meetings and events industry technology giant Cvent.

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Cvent Acquires Event Marketing Platform Splash

Cvent acquired event marketing technology company Splash, who brings over 500 clients, 60 of which are Fortune 1000 companies, under the Cvent umbrella.

Fast Forward with David Stevens and Logan Pratt

Fast Forward: The Future of Wellness in the MICE Industry

David T. Stevens, one of the foremost wellness and fitness experts in the meetings and events industry, shares what the future of wellness may look like and how planners can implement it into event agendas and stay ahead of wellness trends.