CES Paves the Way Forward with Its First Virtual Event
The first fully virtual CES put the spotlight on nearly 2,000 technology companies to see how the future is unfolding.
Hotels Eager to Lend a Hand to Boost COVID Vaccine Rollout
In an effort to speed the process of distributing COVID-19 vaccines, the hotel industry is offering its services to the incoming Biden-Harris administration.
Imperfect Is...OK?
Pivot. Virtual. Digital. Hybrid. Unprecedented: the buzzwords of 2020.
Technology is Not Magic
I had the honor of facilitating a Buzz Session at IAEE’s Expo Expo 2020 entitled “Going Virtual” — an apropos name given that this was the first fully virtual Expo! Expo!
Hayden Lockaby
Hayden Lockaby is senior director of business development at RED VELVET, a planning agency based in Austin, Texas. She has more than 20 years experience of cross-category experience in integrated media channels including traditional, social, experiential, events and business-to-business.
Swapcard Acquires Avolio, Inc. and Integrates Registration into Event Platform
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Swapcard, the Paris-based leading AI-powered engagement and matchmaking platform for premium virtual and hybrid events, has acquired Avolio, Inc.
Emerald Acquires EDspaces Trade Show & Conference from Education Market Association
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Emerald Expositions recently acquired the EDSpaces Trade Show & Conference from the Education Market Association.
“Through our alliance with Emerald, with its added resources and trade show creativity, we look forward to growing EDspaces and making it an even better investment for the exhibitors, buyers and our industry members,” said Lee Stapp, president of Officescapes and 2021 EDmarket chair of the board.
How Hybrid Solutions Help Keep Attendance Up At Live Events
As we head back into live events, we’ll see many changes in how each one is fulfilled. One very important aspect for exhibitors to prepare for is how attendees feel about stepping back into public spaces, specifically large events like trade shows. This is why it’s important to start contemplating hybrid events.
Puerto Rico Readies for Another Recovery
If any destination knows about comebacks, it’s Puerto Rico.
Las Vegas Resort Magnate Sheldon Adelson Passes Away at 87
Las Vegas Sands Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Sheldon G. Adelson passed away Monday evening after a two-year battle with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. He was 87.
Partner Voices
The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) continues to drive the events industry forward with its world-class facilities and innovative solutions to current challenges.