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Inside the Special Event 2001 Show

January 17, 2001
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Put 3,400 event professionals from around the world in one city, and they're going to have fun--and share ideas and resources.

Last week's Special Event 2001 trade show, conference and awards presentations in New Orleans (which was sponsored by Special Events magazine) offered a snapshot of the state of a thriving, vibrant industry. So check out our special report on everything that happened at the show:

Special Event 2001: Who Showed Up...
Special Event 2001: The Opening Party
Special Event 2001: Trade Show & Seminars
Special Event 2001: Search's Cabaret Night
Special Event 2001: Experts on the Future
Special Event 2001: The Gala Awards
Special Event 2001: Gala Winners

Posted 01.17.01

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