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What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: MPI WEC Heads to St. Louis, New Trends Report Shows Corporate Events on the Rise, and More
BizBash rounds up the latest news related to meetings, trade shows, and CVBs/DMOs.
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What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: Freeman's New Trends Report, C2 Montréal, and New Resources for Planners
BizBash rounds up the latest news related to meetings, trade shows, and CVBs/DMOs.
C2 Montréal will be held at the Grand Quay of the Port of Montreal for the second year in a row. In 2024, the new venue helped the event move away from the conventional office environment and instead provided an inspiring backdrop. Read last year's coverage here.
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What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: New Report on Destination Reputation, VidCon Announces Speakers, Choose Chicago's New Leader, and More
BizBash rounds up the latest news related to meetings, trade shows, and CVBs/DMOs.
VidCon recently unveiled the first round of personalities and experts slated to take the stage this year. Revisit our 2024 coverage, which includes this 'Out of the Box' activation, designed and built by Freeman.
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What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: EIC's Futures Report, HumanX Heads to San Francisco, Austin Convention Center Renderings, and More
BizBash rounds up the latest news related to meetings, trade shows, and CVBs/DMOs.
Austin's forthcoming convention center will feature outdoor event space in front of the ballroom and lobby.
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What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: Hilton Trends Report, Disney's Creative Studio for Event Profs, Asheville Bounces Back, and More
BizBash rounds up the latest news related to meetings, trade shows, and CVBs/DMOs.
Asheville was hit hard last September by Hurricane Helene, which brought flash floods, landslides, and record rainfall. Since then, the city has been recovering and is now eager to welcome back groups.
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What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: CES Recap, NAMM Kicks Off in Anaheim, Plus the New Leader at the Helm of Explore St. Louis
BizBash rounds up the latest news related to meetings, trade shows, and CVBs/DMOs.
At CES this year, Freeman’s AV team and its global brand experience agency, Sparks, collaborated to deliver Siemens' CES exhibit, aiming to showcase the technology giant's innovations through immersive storytelling and sustainable design. See more: CES 2025: 50+ Memorable Ways Brands Drove Innovation at the Giant Tech Show
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What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: IAEE's Expo! Expo!, Industry Report Highlights Major Challenges, Travel Portland's New CEO, and More
BizBash rounds up the latest news related to meetings, trade shows, and CVBs/DMOs.
IAEE's Expo! Expo! is taking place now in Los Angeles, nestled within the L.A. Live (pictured) and Los Angeles Convention Center campus.
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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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