IAEE to Present Tech Use Cases at Expo! Expo! 2018

December 6, 2018

The International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE) will feature a series of emerging technology solution use cases at Expo! Expo! IAEE’s Annual Meeting & Exhibition, taking place Dec. 11-13 in New Orleans. 

Already proven in the exhibitions and events marketplace, these Tech Use Cases are designed to give exhibition and event producers an opportunity to explore a wide range of solutions to answer the challenges they face in the fast-paced and ever-changing landscape that is the exhibitions and events industry.

IAEE’s Technologies Committee comprises technology domain experts and exhibition organizers who provide regular insight and feedback on current and emerging technology trends that have the potential of disrupting the events industry. 

Members of the committee identified the following key areas of interest for the case studies: Attendee Experience and Engagement; Back of House (Venue Related Tech); Lead Generation (ROI); Learning Technology; Marketing (Attendee Acquisition); Networking, Revenue Creation; Security and Compliance, and Sponsorships.

“The IAEE Technologies Committee wanted to focus on use cases that are currently impacting the exhibitions and events industry, and how they may impact the industry within the next three to five years,” said David DuBois, IAEE president and CEO. “These hands-on case studies will provide relevant, usable information about new technology applications within the industry.”

The Tech Use Cases to be featured at Expo! Expo! include:

  • Tech Use Case No. 1: Using New Mobile Technology to Increase Safety and Security, presented by Rich Stone, CEO, EXPOCAD by ACT
  • Tech Use Case No. 2: Increasing Attendee Engagement with Facilitated Event Networking, presented by Ville Vanhala, Co-Founder, Brella
  • Tech Use Case  No. 3: How Face Recognition for Attendee Check-in is Changing Events, presented by Dave Bradfield, II, Vice President, Client Success, Expo Logic
  • Tech Use Case No. 4: Visual Communications – Using etech’s ShowCommand to Take Digital Signage from an Event Expense to an Event Revenue Generator, presented by Tom Brandt, President, etech Events
  • Tech Use Case No. 5: How Experient Uses Your Guest's Behavior to Drive Results, presented by Aaron Dorsey, PMP, Sr. Director, Strategic Client Technology, Experient, a Maritz Global Events Company and Jamie Murdock, Vice President, Sales, Experient, a Maritz Global Events Company
  • Tech Use Case No. 6: COMPUTEX Taipei 2018, presented by Emilia Shih, Executive Director of Exhibition Department, TAITRA

All featured use cases collected by the Technologies Committee and edited by Dahlia El Gazzar (Dahlia +) are cataloged in a searchable website, IAEE’s Tech Guide. Launched earlier this year, this growing collection of over 50 use cases provides show organizers with a comprehensive and growing library of relevant and emerging technology applications taking place in the industry. 

For more details about Expo! Expo! IAEE’s Annual Meeting & Exhibition 2018, go HERE.

 

Don’t miss any event news! Sign up for any (or all) of our e-newsletters HERE & engage with us on Twitter, FacebookLinkedIn & Instagram!

Add new comment

Partner Voices
Overview: The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) goes the extra mile to make every day extraordinary by offering customer service excellence and industry-leading partnerships. From their dedicated in-house Rigging team to their robust Exhibitor Services, The Center of Hospitality brings your imagination to life by helping you host unforgettable meetings and events. With more than 2 million square feet of exhibit space, world-class services and a dream destination, we are committed to making even the most ambitious conventions a reality. In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way. “We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.” Amenities: The Center of Hospitality goes above and beyond by offering world-class customer service and industry-leading partnerships. From the largest convention center Wi-Fi network to custom LAN/WAN design, the Center takes pride in enhancing exhibitor and customer experience.  The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience The Center is at the epicenter of the destination, with an abundance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance. Pedestrian bridges connect both buildings to more than 5,200 rooms and is within a 15-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport. The convenience of the location goes hand-in-hand with top notch service to help meet an event’s every need. Gold Key Members The OCCC’s Gold Key Members represent the best of the best when it comes to exceptional service and exclusive benefits for clients, exhibitors and guests. The Center’s Gold Key memberships with Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and Walt Disney World greatly enhance meeting planner and attendee experiences offering world-renowned venues, immersive experiences and creative resources for their events. OCCC Events: This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.  The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:  AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023 200,000 Attendees $257 Million in Economic Impact MEGACON 2023 160,000 Attendees $205 Million in Economic Impact Open Championship Series 2023 69,500 Attendees $89 Million in Economic Impact Sunshine Classic 2023 42,000 Attendees $54 Million in Economic Impact Premiere Orlando 2023 42,000 Attendees $108 Million in Economic Impact