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15 Creativity-Sparking Breakout Moments at Conferences
Breakout moments aren’t just breaks—they’re often where creativity thrives. These examples will make you rethink how conferences can inspire connection and innovation beyond the main stage.
The 2015 TED Conference in Vancouver brought a playful twist to its lounges, where attendees could watch speaker simulcasts. A standout was the new ball pit, filled with beanbag chairs and beach balls, offering a relaxed and whimsical setting to absorb big ideas while fostering creativity and connection.
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What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: America's Center Renovations, Connect Hong Kong, NYC Tourism's New CEO, and More
BizBash rounds up the latest news related to meetings, trade shows, and CVBs/DMOs.
A $256 million expansion of America's Center in St. Louis includes an enhancement of its Washington Avenue entrance.
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5 Key Event Trends We Spotted at IMEX America 2024
Last week's trade show—which broke attendance records once again—showcased ideas around the power of sports, engaging better with Gen Z attendees, and more.
IMEX America 2024 welcomed more than 15,500 attendees.
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What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: IMEX America's Record Attendance, Disney's New Meetings Offerings, San Francisco Travel's New CEO, and More
BizBash rounds up the latest news related to meetings, trade shows, and CVBs/DMOs.
The trade show floor was as busy as ever at IMEX America 2024, which reported record attendance this year.
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What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: Survey Unveils What Younger Attendees Want, Seattle Convention Center Names First Female CEO, and More
BizBash rounds up the latest news related to meetings, trade shows, and CVBs/DMOs.
As of this week, the Seattle Convention Center welcomed its first female CEO in the organization’s 36-year history. SCC's Summit building (pictured) opened in 2023.
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What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: Industry Growth Projected for 2024, a Standout Exhibitor at ASAE, New Orleans Convention Center Renovations, and More
BizBash rounds up the latest news related to meetings, trade shows, and CVBs/DMOs.
Destination Canada launched a new marketing campaign at ASAE this year—with some unconventional twists. Read more below.
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What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: Destinations International's Annual Convention, Maritz Acquires CDS, PCMA's AI-Focused VP, and More
BizBash rounds up the latest news related to meetings, trade shows, and CVBs/DMOs.
More than 2,000 tourism and event professionals will descend on Tampa, Fla., this week for Destinations International's Annual Convention, its flagship event, taking place today through July 18 at the JW Marriott and Tampa Marriott Water Street (pictured).
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What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: Engagement Trends, CL24 Achieves Sustainable Event Certification, Philly's Training Center for Convention Staff, and More
BizBash rounds up the latest news related to meetings, trade shows, and CVBs/DMOs.
Indianapolis' $710 million convention center expansion will offer 90,000 square feet of meeting space, including a 50,000-square-foot ballroom that will be among the top 10 convention center ballrooms by size in the nation. Once complete, Indianapolis will have the capacity to host two citywide conventions at one time.
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What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: WEC Louisville, Convene 4 Climate, and Fontainebleau Miami Beach's New Convention Center
BizBash rounds up the latest news related to meetings, trade shows, and CVBs/DMOs.
Later this year, Fontainebleau Miami Beach will open the Coastal Convention Center.
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What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: #GMID2024, Destination Canada's Convention Attraction Fund, SISO CEO Summit, and More
BizBash rounds up the latest news related to meetings, trade shows, and CVBs/DMOs.
Canadian tourism and hospitality leaders—including Destination Canada President and CEO Marsha Walden, pictured fourth from left—celebrate the launch of Destination Canada's International Convention Attraction Fund.
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What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: Game Developers Conference, Destination DC's Sustainability Summit, Freeman's Net Zero Road Map, and More
BizBash rounds up the latest news related to meetings, trade shows, and CVBs/DMOs.
Last week, Destination DC produced its first-ever Sustainability Summit. The event was a partnership between the DMO and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the D.C. Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE), and the local hospitality community.
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What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: NAMM Show's Big Attendance Numbers, The Chef Conference, ESPA's New President, and More
BizBash rounds up the latest news related to meetings, trade shows, and CVBs/DMOs.
The 2024 NAMM Show welcomed more than 62,000 attendees—that's up from the 48,000 people who attended in 2023.
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