
Nationwide #events partner servicing #meetingprofs w/ live & #virtual event production, presentation management, digital services & more.
Washington, DC
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New data from Skift Meetings reports that 47% of corporate meeting budgets remained flat in 2026, while attendee costs continue to rise.
For event professionals, this is a good reminder to drive more value from every part of the experience:
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Choosing an event destination is about more than logistics. Attendees are considering the entire experience when deciding whether a trip is worth it.
Trade Show Executive looks at why desirability, possibility and partnership matter for events: buff.ly/EPSymGY
Gen Z's expectations impact how we think about meetings and events. #EventProfs should keep in mind their desire for meetings that create real connection versus “career bargains” when planning
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GLP-1s are impacting more than grocery baskets and restaurant menus -- they are also impacting event food and beverage purchases too.
Trade Show Executive looks at how event planners are adapting to this trend: buff.ly/WwuRi4Z
Live events create spaces for people to connect, belong & build relationships, something digital fatigue can’t replace.
A thoughtful read from Meetings Today on events as a response to the global loneliness epidemic:
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Skift Meetings found nearly 1 in 3 companies spend $10M+ annually on meetings, with 20% dedicating a team to manage it. The report highlighted the importance of due diligence w/production partners. Start by understanding #AV estimates; more on our blog: buff.ly/adEb4Ol
Pensacola’s event scene is growing!
Supposey Ballroom at Granada Square is coming to Cervantes Street in 2026, filling the void for a large scale event venue in the area
Read more:
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New data: The average session attendance dropped from 5.3 to 4.2 sessions per attendee as scheduled meetings increased.
If #AI can summarize the content later, what is driving attendance?
Interesting read from @SkiftMeetings buff.ly/f8bGhjz
40 years of event tech evolution: From slide projectors and paper brochures to touchscreens, QR codes and tap-to-pay.
While the tools have changed, the value of face-to-face connection remains the same. buff.ly/X7BmUwa
Big meeting and evens scene news for West Palm Beach
Plans are moving forward for a new 400-room hotel near the Palm Beach County Convention Center, complete with two stories of meeting and event space.
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In our latest blog post, @joefaulder looks at Why AV Estimates Change (and How to Review Them Like a Strategist) buff.ly/qzggdkp
Looking for some inspiration? @BizBash presents more than 30 Cool Event Ideas You May Have Missed From L’Oréal, FX, Amika, and More buff.ly/NUywvhD
Five Takeaways for Medical Planners From PCMA’s Healthcare & Life Sciences Report buff.ly/8TuUidN
The report looks at the ongoing transformation: budgets are tightening, clinician attention is spread thin, and the competition for both is coming from inside the industry
Omar Johnson: In the AI Era, Human Judgment Is the Real Differentiator buff.ly/Dwsashq
The founder and CEO of Øpus Intelligence says the future of events is a shift from one-time moments to vital engines of brand community and intelligence
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Swag That Works: The New Rules for Trade Show Giveaways buff.ly/9h0DZ29
“...branded merchandise offers a compelling combination of audience engagement, brand recall and environmental efficiency"
How Beverage Culture is Weaving its way into Trade Show Programs buff.ly/d2ueP97
Beverage culture is exploding, and exhibitors are turning to unique hot and cold non-alcoholic sips to deliver deliciousness along with engagement throughout their trade show programs
Can a Game Enhance the Expo Hall Experience? buff.ly/r2laFim
Expo Punch List Game is a new engagement initiative that encourages attendees to visit participating exhibitor booths, start conversations, learn about products/services & spend more intentional time #AssnChat
Construction begins on $540M convention headquarters hotel buff.ly/OB5OoDs
Cincinnati leaders are breaking ground on the $540M convention headquarters hotel to make the First Financial Center more competitive in attracting major conventions and large-scale meetings
New IMEX white paper: “Place leadership and the business events sector” buff.ly/HS0xbs9
The new research reveals a fundamental shift in how people interact with destinations, creating new opportunities for business events and convention bureaus.
The New Meeting VIP Experience buff.ly/X7aITdp
Upscale perks bring event revenue, but can alienate the rank and file. How some pros avoid breaking the bank while creating a sense of inclusion.
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