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 Survey Shows Some Positive Signs for Exhibitions Meetings&Conventions Share    
A pulse survey conducted for the Exhibition and Convention Executives Forum reveals better news for exhibitions in 2010. When asked about changes in the size of their events over the previous year, respondents (221 independent and association event producers) reported growth in the following areas: number of exhibiting companies (up for 44 percent of those polled), number of attendees (up for 49 percent) and sponsorship sales (increasing for 49 percent). More Exhibitions Must Deliver More Value to Exhibitors in the Post-Recession World Exhibit Surveys Share
Exhibit Surveys, Inc., the leading provider of research, measurement and consulting services exclusively for the exhibition and event industry, announced that its CEO and president Jonathan "Skip" Cox has written a new white paper focusing on how Show Organizers can help educate exhibitors about the unique value components that exhibitions offer during the economic recovery. More
Fish Appoints New Worldwide CEO Fish Share
Real-time measurement system specialist Fish has announced the appointment of former head of dmg world media, Mike Cooke, as CEO and chairman. Cooke has been an influential figure in the publishing and exhibition industry for more than twenty five years, having launched many market-leading exhibitions and magazines. He was appointed Chief Executive Officer of dmg world media in 1997 and since that time has taken the company from a U.K. publishing and exhibition company to the worldwide business it is today operating in 27 countries and with revenue of over US$400 million. More Gulf Coast Destinations Navigate Oil Spill Corporate Meetings & Incentives Share
BP officials are reporting some progress in funneling oil from the broken oil well in the Gulf of Mexico, but the environmental disaster is far from over. While an increasing number of meeting groups booked into Gulf Coast hotels are canceling because of the spill, destinations along the Florida Panhandle and Alabama coast are working hard to promote the fact that their beaches -- and their meeting rooms -- are open for business. More The Knowland Group Releases Oil Spill Survey Findings Following Memorial Day PCMA Share
The Knowland Group, the world's largest data firm in the global meetings and conventions industry, today released their third round of survey findings on the effects of the Gulf oil spill on the region’s hospitality industry. Knowland surveyed 50 hotels across the Gulf Coast that host meetings and events and found 60 percent of hotels experiencing group booking cancellations, up 18 percentage points from the survey conducted two weeks prior, and up 25 percentage points from the group's initial survey. More
Go All Out for a Change of Scenery Association News Share
Think amphitheater, not auditorium. Imagine gardens as gathering spaces. Break away from breakout rooms and take your attendees outdoors for your next meeting. Fresh settings are a great way to inspire and relax association members who, after being cooped up indoors for so many meetings, would probably prefer networking at a picnic. More Using Viral Marketing to Promote a Meeting Meetings&Conventions Share
A successful viral marketing campaign was really a necessity for Buzz2009, a daylong event held last July for association executives. The conference was about social media for associations and featured a roundtable discussion about "creating an environment for viral marketing success." More STR: Luxury Hotels Will Drive Hospitality Industry Recovery Successful Meetings Share
The economic recovery has started in the U.S. hotel industry, driven mostly by demand for luxury hotels, suggests Smith Travel Research, which released its monthly forecast update last week. "The luxury chains are going to be by far the best performing of the chain scales in 2010 in terms of RevPAR growth -- but of course they had the farthest to come," said STR President Mark Lomanno. More  ICEEM Hosts Essential Roundtable Discussions During TS² ICEEM Share
What is it? The Center of Momentum Roundtable Discussions is a fast-paced series of roundtable discussions providing the opportunity to actively engage experts and your peers on a variety of relevant topics during this two-hour session. Exhibitors and Event Marketers will find key tools on The Center's rich and interactive Web site designed to support the art of face-to-face events. TS² brings you face-to-face during the 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. When is it? Why it's important. 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! Attendees with a variety of backgrounds will attend this annual industry event, so you are guaranteed to create lasting business relationships and learn from the experts, including:
How to register and save money. 100 percent money-back guarantee. Questions? Contact Customer Service at 800-687-7469 or info@ts2show.com. More
Search for your next job on ExhibitionIndustryJobs.com ICEEM Share
 That evolution starts with the thousands of talented exhibitions and events industry professionals who dedicate themselves to the continued growth and development of the industry. Finding this talent is now easier than ever. Bookmark www.ExhibitionIndustryJobs.com -- Whether you are seeking a new career or looking to fill an open position, you will find the most relevant and comprehensive listings here. You can create an account, post a resume, view jobs and receive personal job alerts. Also, employers can create an account, view resumes, post jobs and find recruitment resources. Take a moment to visit www.ExhibitionIndustryJobs.com and take the next step in your career. More Blog News ICEEM Share
Latest blog posts from The Center: Five Ways To Cut Trade Show Costs Marketing for Time's Sake -- How to Avoid Impressions That Fail to Impress Small Businesses Will Lead the Way Out of the Recession More Seeking Candidates for The Center's 2011 Board ICEEM Share
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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