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CFOs Easing Travel-spending Reins, Says Amex Survey
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Chief financial officers are seeing their companies beginning to loosen limits on travel spending, but restrictions for internal meetings largely remain in place, according to an American Express cosponsored survey of 479 financial executives. More

Connected World Requires Updated Ways to Work, Manage
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We have advanced beyond the simple television set to quickly engage in the "access syndrome" where every person has at least a cellphone, if not a PDA, mini laptop, or a smartphone of some kind. In fact, in some cases, these tools appear to be glued to our hips if not our lips. The biggest challenge for mobile workers is the potential for isolation. Since it is so easy to fall into the trap of "out of sight, out of mind," leaders need to arrange for physical face-to-face meetings. More



Don't Rock the Event Budget
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When you work with a hotel on a contract for your meeting, there are many factors to consider. Books have been written on the topic, but here are two quick tips that can help you save money. More

Green Corner -- What Is My Incentive for Greening My Event?
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What are the incentives for people to go green? That is a good question and it was asked recently by a member of Richard Byford's audience when he was speaking at The Event Solutions Conference in Las Vegas. More

The Secret to Trade-Show Success
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The Mother Plucker Feather Company admits it doesn't make much money at the New York International Gift Fair. But the past few years have been tougher on this maker of boas and feathery underwear, which caters to the likes of Victoria's Secret models. The recession and Chinese competition have certainly hurt. But what really ruffles its sales staff? Having their booth moved. More

Changes Make Chicago a Whole New Convention Game
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The McCormick Place overhaul legislation that barreled through the General Assembly was so sweeping in scope and so dramatic in its specific changes that it has the potential to give Chicago's embattled convention business its game back, say some of the city's top trade show organizers. More



TS2 is the Official Annual Conference & Expo of The International Center for Exhibitor and Event Marketing!
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The Center's rich and interactive website, www.iceem.net is your year-round home-base for education and professional development specifically for exhibitors and event marketers. And TS2 brings The Center face-to-face featuring a 3-day conference program, complete with more than 40 educational sessions and a 2-day expo showcasing the products, services and solutions of more than 200 industry-leading vendors.

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND

  • Sharpen your skills, expand your expertise and update your knowledge--TS2 provides great in-depth programming for beginners and think-tank workshops for experienced exhibiting professionals.
  • Speed up your learning curve, productivity and career advancement.
  • Meet and network with The Center's users and members face-to-face.
  • Broaden your understanding of exhibit and event marketing--get up-to-date on key issues and principles of planning, measurement, budgeting, marketing and execution of exhibit and event programs with an emphasis on technology and social media.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

  • Exhibit Managers
  • Marketing Managers
  • Trade Show Managers
  • Trade Show Coordinators
  • Marketing Directors
  • Presidents/Partners/Owners
  • CMOs
  • Event Managers
  • Event Coordinators
  • Trade Show Specialists
  • Event Planners
  • Meeting Planners
  • Vice Presidents of Marketing

TS2 offers something for everyone! Whether you work exclusively on your company's exhibit program, or juggle every aspect of your marketing program, TS2 is for you! NEW! The Center of Momentum Roundtable Discussions Jump in with both feet and learn from industry practitioners in this fast-paced series of roundtable discussions! Attendees will have the opportunity to actively participate and engage experts and their peers on a variety of relevant topics during this two-hour session taking place at TS2 Thursday, July 15 @ 2:15 p.m.

100 percent Money Back Guarantee
We promise that you will walk away with ideas and strategies worth more than the cost of attending, or your money back!

Low Cost Travel
TS2 makes your trip to Boston easy and affordable by offering unmatched value and convenient travel programs so you can focus on the big picture. Check out the air and ground discounts available exclusively to TS2 attendees.

THE CENTER SAVES YOU MONEY!
All members of The Center receive a 15 percent discount on all TS2 conference packages...in addition to the $100 you can save when you register before May 4 using the VIP code: ICEEM.

Questions? Please contact our TS2 customer service rep, Deneen Pratt, at info@ts2show.com, or call 800-687-7469, ext. 248. More



Blog News
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Latest blog posts from The Center:
Losing $2M in Trade Show Equipment Overnight – Insuring Your Exhibits
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Exhibition Industry Jobs.com
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ExhibitionIndustryJobs.com offers you the opportunity to find the best and the brightest! Job seekers and employers alike use our site to reach the specific audience they're targeting. We pride ourselves on being the premier place to connect reputable employers with qualified talent in this industry. Make the most of your recruiting dollars by targeting your efforts for maximum exposure and improved performance. Post your job today at www.ExhibitionIndustryJobs.com and receive 10 percent off the cost of your next single job posting purchase when you enter the code: BUZZ at checkout by May 31. Discount is valid for one-time use only and cannot be combined with any other discount offers. Offer expires on May 31.
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Seeking Candidates for The Center's 2011 Board
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The International Center for Exhibitor and Event Marketing's Nominations Committee is seeking candidates who would like to be considered to serve on The Center's Board of Directors in 2011. The Guide for Nominees provides a detailed description of the roles and responsibilities of the board members, as well as the necessary documents for each candidate to submit. Please note that all submissions should be received no later than Tuesday, June 15. Thank you for your interest! More
 

 
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