June 2011 Streamsend
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| Meetings are rebounding faster than expected, boosting demand for hotel rooms and air travel. Where high fuel prices are having a direct impact is on exhibition shipping and transportation. Meanwhile, groups continue to spend less on fewer frills. MORE |
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ConferenceDirect Solutions
To Keep Attrition at Bay,
Act to Change Attendee Behaviors |
The problems that result in attrition at an association meeting can’t be solved overnight, Mike Taylor tells his clients. “You have to change the behavior that has been allowed to exist,” said the ConferenceDirect vice president/team leader. When the reality hit home for one group, he and the client took three mitigating actions. MORE  |
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Setting Standards
‘Digital Events Strategist’ Certification
Aims to Meet 21st Century Needs |
| With digital events growing exponentially, a new professional certification is preparing to debut. The “Digital Events Strategist” designation will be awarded to experienced meeting professionals who participate in accredited education and demonstrate proficiency through a written exam. MORE |
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Meetings Technology
The Business Value of Mobile Apps for Meetings |
| Meeting professionals and attendees are crossing the chasm of early adoption of mobile applications and are entering the early majority phase. Mobile technology will bring benefits to event organizers, exhibitors and attendees — from real-time distribution of conference information to cost reductions, new revenue streams, and on-site management, to cite a few. Find the full article at www.corbinball.com. |
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About ConferenceDirect
ConferenceDirect is a full-service meeting solutions company specializing in site selection/contract negotiation, conference management, housing and registration. It provides expertise to 1,100 corporations and associations worldwide through 350 Associates and regional offices.
www.conferencedirect.com
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About Meeting Mentor
Meeting Mentor, the leading publication for senior meeting planners, is circulated to the clients, prospects and sales associates of ConferenceDirect, which booked more than 2.5 million room nights last year.
www.meetingmentormag.com
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Peter Shure | 21 Deerfoot Lane | Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522
