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Jul 26, 2015
With the proliferation of mobile devices and the Internet of things, trade organizers and exhibitors are looking for new ways to leverage those devices to influence attendee behavior. The trick is in delivering an experience that attendees want vs. forcing an experience on attendees that only benefits the organizer or exhibitor.
Most apps and technology that propose to enhance your attendees’ experience and connect buyers with sellers fall into two distinct categories; active and passive technology.
Active technology requires the attendee to perform an action. That action might be… more
Jul 26, 2015
With the proliferation of mobile devices and the Internet of things, trade organizers and exhibitors are looking for new ways to leverage those devices to influence attendee behavior. The trick is in delivering an experience that attendees want vs. forcing an experience on attendees that only benefits the organizer or exhibitor.
Most apps and technology that propose to enhance your attendees’ experience and connect buyers with sellers fall into two distinct categories; active and passive technology.
Active technology requires the attendee to perform an action. That action might be… more
Jul 23, 2015
For the TSNN “Best of Show” award, we are leaving it up to you to tell us why you think your show is the BEST.
This is the fifth year for this special award, and five nominees will be invited to the 2015 TSNN Awards: Celebrating Trade Show Excellence Nov. 6-8 in Atlanta.
The overall winner will be announced at the gala awards celebration Nov. 7. To be considered, please, submit your show HERE.
There is no specific criterion for the award. Be creative!
What challenge(s) did the show face? What was the “Best of Show” solution(s)? And what were the overall results and impact on the show… more
Jul 21, 2015
Summer hiring and promotions continued through the middle months, with the Meat Institute, Professional Convention Management Association and SnowSports Industries America all make executive announcements.
The SnowSports Industries America Board of Directors has named Nick Sargent as SIA’s incoming president. Sargent, who most recently held the position of vice president of global business alliance at Burton Snowboards, will begin in a transitional role before succeeding David Ingemie as president following the 2016 SIA Snow Show in Denver and On-Snow Demo at Copper… more
Jul 19, 2015
Are you in the process of building a website for your next event? If yes, you are probably hard at work ensuring that all the lists, tools and information that they need are accessible to your current and prospective attendees from all web pages they are likely to visit. But have you considered building an FAQ section to proactively answer common questions and providing additional info to your audience? A well planned FAQ section that is updated frequently can facilitate excellent customer service and save you many hours in answering attendees’ emails and phone calls.
Here is a… more
Jul 19, 2015
Are you in the process of building a website for your next event? If yes, you are probably hard at work ensuring that all the lists, tools and information that they need are accessible to your current and prospective attendees from all web pages they are likely to visit. But have you considered building an FAQ section to proactively answer common questions and providing additional info to your audience? A well planned FAQ section that is updated frequently can facilitate excellent customer service and save you many hours in answering attendees’ emails and phone calls.
Here is a… more
Jul 18, 2015
U.K.-based Tarsus Group reached an agreement to sell 100 percent of Tarsus France Holdings SAS to Magellan VI SAS for approximately £6.6 million ($10.3 million).
The sale supersedes an earlier agreement, announced on Jan. 8, 2014, in which Tarsus sold 18 percent of the French business to CRG Consulting SAS.
“Since 2010 we have reshaped the Group’s portfolio to target a greater exposure to the U.S. and emerging markets,” said Tarsus Group Managing Director Douglas Emslie.
He added, “In 2009, 53 percent of the Group’s revenue was generated in these markets and we expect this to increase to 85… more
Jul 18, 2015
Event technology companies will once again vie for the top spot at this year’s Society of Independent Show Organizer’s Event Innovation Battlefield.
The nominating committee chose four finalists from more than 50 organizations that applied, and the battlefield will feature four event technology companies.
“Each year SISO is looking for breakthrough event technology or amazing new business models just before they are released publicly so that we may keep one step ahead in our ever changing industry,” said David Adler, one of the principal SISO members that developed the… more
Jul 18, 2015
Event technology companies will once again vie for the top spot at this year’s Society of Independent Show Organizer’s Event Innovation Battlefield.
The nominating committee chose four finalists from more than 50 organizations that applied, and the battlefield will feature four event technology companies.
“Each year SISO is looking for breakthrough event technology or amazing new business models just before they are released publicly so that we may keep one step ahead in our ever changing industry,” said David Adler, one of the principal SISO members that developed the… more
Jul 16, 2015
The Oregon Convention Center plant to install what is anticipated to be the largest solar array on a convention center in the U.S.
More than 6,500 rooftop solar panels are expected to produce 25 percent of the facility’s electricity.
Construction of the two megawatt project is scheduled to begin in August and the system is estimated to be in service this fall.
“One of our core values is sustainability,” said Convention Center Executive Director Scott Cruickshank. “The rooftop solar installation will help us meet our carbon emission reduction goals, offset utility costs and provide an… more
Partner Voices
HERE, hosting responsible meetings and caring for our communities are top priorities. Through its 'Focused on What Matters: Embracing Humanity and Protecting the Planet' philosophy, MGM Resorts commits to creating a more sustainable future, while striving to make an impact in the lives of employees, guests, and the communities in which it operates.
Water Stewardship Efforts
MGM Resorts understands the importance of using water efficiently, especially in the desert destination of Las Vegas. Conserving water has always been part of the mission, but MGM Resorts has expanded its ambition into water stewardship.
In 2022, MGM Resorts President and CEO Bill Hornbuckle signed the CEO Water Mandate—a UN Global Compact initiative mobilizing business leaders to advance water stewardship. MGM Resorts International was the first gaming company to take this important step.
MGM Resorts replaced 200,000 square feet of real grass with drought-tolerant landscaping in Las Vegas.
MGM Resorts pledges to reduce water withdrawal intensity by 33% by 2025 and by 35% by 2030.
From 2007-2021, use of more than 5.6 billion gallons of water was avoided because of conservation efforts.
Caring for One Another
MGM Resorts’ Food Donations Program collects and preserves unserved food from conventions held at MGM Resorts properties, then safely donates to food insecure people in the community. Since the program’s launch in 2016, more than 3.7 million meals toward a 2025 goal of 5 million meals have been donated into the community. Donations include:
Unserved perishable prepared foods from events
Perishable unprepared food from MGM Resorts’ kitchens
Nonperishable food items from minibars and warehouses
The collaboration with Southern Nevada’s primary food bank, Three Square, has developed the infrastructure needed to safely collect, transport, and store food from MGM Resorts properties in Las Vegas, reducing food waste while serving the community.
Fostering Diversity and Inclusion
To MGM Resorts, a diverse and talented workforce is essential to success. By cultivating innovative strategies that consider multiple perspectives and viewpoints, the company creates an inclusive workplace culture that benefits its employees and community. MGM Resorts takes pride in being a welcoming home for veterans, individuals with disabilities, people from diverse backgrounds, LGBTQ+ community members, and more. This commitment to inclusion is reflected in the company's recruitment and hiring practices and its social responsibility initiatives. From the workplace to the community, MGM Resorts' commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion remains unwavering, and its efforts continue to create a more equitable and sustainable world for all.
MGM Resorts understands its responsibility to contribute to the social and economic progress of the communities in which it operates. HERE, we embrace humanity.