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This year ibtm world will be held from 29th November to 1st December, at convention\u00a0center Fira Gran Via in Barcelona. For this number of SEEbtm magazine we talked\u00a0with Mr. Graeme Barnett, Senior Exhibition Director, who gave us some insights\u00a0of the ibtm world, as well as his opinion about new trends in MICE industry.

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SEEbtm:\u00a0How many exhibitors and buyers\u00a0do you expect this year at ibtm world?

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Graeme Barnett:\u00a0ibtm world is the leading international\u00a0annual event for the meetings\u00a0and events industry and is also the\u00a0flagship of the ibtm events portfolio.\u00a0Thousands of products and services\u00a0that support the sector come together\u00a0in Barcelona each year.
\nOn average there are 3,000 exhibitors\u00a0representing international DMC\u2019s,\u00a0hotels, destinations, CVB\u2019s, venues,\u00a0event services, technology companies,\u00a0PCO\u2019s and brands that are\u00a0integral\u00a0to the industry.

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With Hosted Buyers and trade visitors,\u00a0ibtm world creates a community\u00a0of some 15,500 industry professionals\u00a0doing business, networking\u00a0and joining the education sessions.

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SEEbtm:\u00a0Can you tell us something about\u00a0the profile of the buyers? Are buyers\u00a0mainly corporate or Associations, the\u00a0average size group and similar?

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Graeme Barnett:\u00a0To be accepted onto the ibtm world\u00a0Hosted Buyer programme all\u00a0applicants\u00a0are required to demonstrate\u00a0that they have responsibility\u00a0for placing international business.
\nThe profile of the buyers include\u00a0association, corporates, PCO\u2019s and\u00a0agencies and have a number of job\u00a0roles but they all have to qualify\u00a0their eligibility based around a set\u00a0of criteria including their annual\u00a0budgets,\u00a0purchasing authority and\u00a0future business objectives.
\nibtm world does work with selected\u00a0Group Co-ordinators who commit\u00a0to recruit 10 or more senior level\u00a0buyers to attend with them at the\u00a0event. Equally over 20% of the\u00a0programme\u00a0is based on individuals\u00a0who prefer to create their own\u00a0timetable\u00a0at the show. With some\u00a04,000 places available the international\u00a0team behind the creation of\u00a0the Hosted Buyer programme looks\u00a0to qualify attendees from all over\u00a0the world.

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Those wanting to apply\u00a0to attend ibtm world 2016 or find\u00a0out more about the programme can\u00a0email ibtmworld.hosted@reedeco.uk

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SEEbtm:\u00a0If you could single out one current\u00a0trend with the deepest influence\u00a0(by your opinion) in the meetings\u00a0industry, what would it be?

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Graeme Barnett:\u00a0Probably the one that seems to\u00a0dominate\u00a0the most right now is\u00a0the continuing advancements and\u00a0innovation\u00a0that technology brings\u00a0to this sector.

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Technology has been the number\u00a0one driver of change for this industry\u00a0with so many influencing\u00a0factors\u00a0that require event planners\u00a0and producers to think more about\u00a0how best to engage audiences.
\nMeetings planners all across the\u00a0globe are placing more and more\u00a0emphasis on incorporating the\u00a0latest\u00a0technological inventions into\u00a0their meetings and events.

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Rob Davidson, Managing Director\u00a0of MICE Knowledge predicted in\u00a0his 2015 Trends Watch Report that\u00a0communications technology was\u00a0one of the top sectors to experience\u00a0growth in 2015 and that as technology\u00a0continues to advance, cyber\u00a0security is becoming an increasingly\u00a0important issue among MICE professionals;\u00a0over 44% of technology\u00a0company CEOs regard information\u00a0security (cyber) risk as the biggest\u00a0risk to their organization.

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Davidson\u2019s research also concluded\u00a0that fostering innovation and implementing\u00a0disruptive technologies are\u00a0the top strategic priorities and seen\u00a0as a key strategy for growth.
\nFor example, over 50% of technology\u00a0CEOs are devoting significant\u00a0capital to new product development\u00a0and the same percentage are\u00a0investing\u00a0in machine-to-machine\u00a0technologies, industrial intranets\u00a0and other aspects of technology.

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To support this sector and the\u00a0need\u00a0for the industry to keep up\u00a0to date with it all, we have focused\u00a0on showing technology \u201clive\u201d in an\u00a0area we call ibtm world Innovation\u00a0Zone. It is here where attendees\u00a0can experience, interact with, and\u00a0learn about the latest technology\u00a0innovations and revolutionary\u00a0solutions.
\nEach year our independent\u00a0panel of judges shortlist ten\u00a0applicants for the Technology and\u00a0Innovation Watch Award who are\u00a0then given the opportunity to conduct\u00a0live demonstrations of their\u00a0\u201cwinning\u201d products to attendees.

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Applications for the ibtm world Innovation\u00a0Zone will go live this summer\u00a0and we can\u2019t wait to see who\u00a0the next 10 rising event technology\u00a0stars will be at this year\u2019s show!

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SEEbtm:\u00a0And one short question for the\u00a0end, why did EIBTM changed its\u00a0name to ibtm?

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Graeme Barnett:\u00a0The change took place 2 years ago\u00a0and was part of an overall re brand\u00a0for the global portfolio of events.
\nIt became crucial that each event\u00a0had a clear position in the market,\u00a0locally, regionally and internationally,\u00a0ensuring that our flagship event\u00a0in Barcelona was positioned and\u00a0branded\u00a0as the \u201cworld event\u201d \u2013\u00a0hence ibtm world.

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The post What to Expect on Leading International Event for Meetings and Events Industry? appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.

\n", "content_text": "This year ibtm world will be held from 29th November to 1st December, at convention\u00a0center Fira Gran Via in Barcelona. For this number of SEEbtm magazine we talked\u00a0with Mr. Graeme Barnett, Senior Exhibition Director, who gave us some insights\u00a0of the ibtm world, as well as his opinion about new trends in MICE industry.\nSEEbtm:\u00a0How many exhibitors and buyers\u00a0do you expect this year at ibtm world?\nGraeme Barnett:\u00a0ibtm world is the leading international\u00a0annual event for the meetings\u00a0and events industry and is also the\u00a0flagship of the ibtm events portfolio.\u00a0Thousands of products and services\u00a0that support the sector come together\u00a0in Barcelona each year.\nOn average there are 3,000 exhibitors\u00a0representing international DMC\u2019s,\u00a0hotels, destinations, CVB\u2019s, venues,\u00a0event services, technology companies,\u00a0PCO\u2019s and brands that are\u00a0integral\u00a0to the industry.\nWith Hosted Buyers and trade visitors,\u00a0ibtm world creates a community\u00a0of some 15,500 industry professionals\u00a0doing business, networking\u00a0and joining the education sessions.\nSEEbtm:\u00a0Can you tell us something about\u00a0the profile of the buyers? Are buyers\u00a0mainly corporate or Associations, the\u00a0average size group and similar?\nGraeme Barnett:\u00a0To be accepted onto the ibtm world\u00a0Hosted Buyer programme all\u00a0applicants\u00a0are required to demonstrate\u00a0that they have responsibility\u00a0for placing international business.\nThe profile of the buyers include\u00a0association, corporates, PCO\u2019s and\u00a0agencies and have a number of job\u00a0roles but they all have to qualify\u00a0their eligibility based around a set\u00a0of criteria including their annual\u00a0budgets,\u00a0purchasing authority and\u00a0future business objectives.\nibtm world does work with selected\u00a0Group Co-ordinators who commit\u00a0to recruit 10 or more senior level\u00a0buyers to attend with them at the\u00a0event. Equally over 20% of the\u00a0programme\u00a0is based on individuals\u00a0who prefer to create their own\u00a0timetable\u00a0at the show. With some\u00a04,000 places available the international\u00a0team behind the creation of\u00a0the Hosted Buyer programme looks\u00a0to qualify attendees from all over\u00a0the world. \nThose wanting to apply\u00a0to attend ibtm world 2016 or find\u00a0out more about the programme can\u00a0email ibtmworld.hosted@reedeco.uk\nibtm world – openning 2015\nSEEbtm:\u00a0If you could single out one current\u00a0trend with the deepest influence\u00a0(by your opinion) in the meetings\u00a0industry, what would it be?\nGraeme Barnett:\u00a0Probably the one that seems to\u00a0dominate\u00a0the most right now is\u00a0the continuing advancements and\u00a0innovation\u00a0that technology brings\u00a0to this sector.\nTechnology has been the number\u00a0one driver of change for this industry\u00a0with so many influencing\u00a0factors\u00a0that require event planners\u00a0and producers to think more about\u00a0how best to engage audiences.\nMeetings planners all across the\u00a0globe are placing more and more\u00a0emphasis on incorporating the\u00a0latest\u00a0technological inventions into\u00a0their meetings and events.\nRob Davidson, Managing Director\u00a0of MICE Knowledge predicted in\u00a0his 2015 Trends Watch Report that\u00a0communications technology was\u00a0one of the top sectors to experience\u00a0growth in 2015 and that as technology\u00a0continues to advance, cyber\u00a0security is becoming an increasingly\u00a0important issue among MICE professionals;\u00a0over 44% of technology\u00a0company CEOs regard information\u00a0security (cyber) risk as the biggest\u00a0risk to their organization.\nDavidson\u2019s research also concluded\u00a0that fostering innovation and implementing\u00a0disruptive technologies are\u00a0the top strategic priorities and seen\u00a0as a key strategy for growth.\nFor example, over 50% of technology\u00a0CEOs are devoting significant\u00a0capital to new product development\u00a0and the same percentage are\u00a0investing\u00a0in machine-to-machine\u00a0technologies, industrial intranets\u00a0and other aspects of technology.\nibtm world 2016\nTo support this sector and the\u00a0need\u00a0for the industry to keep up\u00a0to date with it all, we have focused\u00a0on showing technology \u201clive\u201d in an\u00a0area we call ibtm world Innovation\u00a0Zone. It is here where attendees\u00a0can experience, interact with, and\u00a0learn about the latest technology\u00a0innovations and revolutionary\u00a0solutions.\nEach year our independent\u00a0panel of judges shortlist ten\u00a0applicants for the Technology and\u00a0Innovation Watch Award who are\u00a0then given the opportunity to conduct\u00a0live demonstrations of their\u00a0\u201cwinning\u201d products to attendees.\nApplications for the ibtm world Innovation\u00a0Zone will go live this summer\u00a0and we can\u2019t wait to see who\u00a0the next 10 rising event technology\u00a0stars will be at this year\u2019s show!\nSEEbtm:\u00a0And one short question for the\u00a0end, why did EIBTM changed its\u00a0name to ibtm?\nGraeme Barnett:\u00a0The change took place 2 years ago\u00a0and was part of an overall re brand\u00a0for the global portfolio of events.\nIt became crucial that each event\u00a0had a clear position in the market,\u00a0locally, regionally and internationally,\u00a0ensuring that our flagship event\u00a0in Barcelona was positioned and\u00a0branded\u00a0as the \u201cworld event\u201d \u2013\u00a0hence ibtm world.\nThe post What to Expect on Leading International Event for Meetings and Events Industry? appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.", "date_published": "2016-07-26T15:14:22+02:00", "date_modified": "2016-07-26T15:14:22+02:00", "author": { "name": "Miona Milic", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/author/miona/", "avatar": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG-20240224-WA0003-e1728981138373.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/IBTMWORLD-MLS1.png", "tags": [ "barcelona", "Graeme Barnett", "hosted buyer", "ibtm world", "INTERVIEW", "Interviews", "Trade Shows" ] }, { "id": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/mce-south-europe-2016-taking-place-rome-italy/", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/mce-south-europe-2016-taking-place-rome-italy/", "title": "MCE South Europe 2016 taking place in Rome, Italy", "content_html": "

In period from 13th to 15th November, at Sheraton Roma Hotel & Conference Center will be held MCE South Europe 2016.

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\"MCESouth European destinations in the form of Tourism Boards and Convention Bureaus as well as MICE suppliers as Hotels, PCO\u2019s, DMC\u2019s, Congress Centres, Transportation Companies, AV Suppliers, Restaurants etc., will represent their services towards these selected key planners.

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The unique 2,5 days\u2019 boutique event format allows all participants to get to know each other well.

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Spending time together assures potential business partners not only to connect but also to build on the aspects of understanding and trust.
\nThe cleaver program put together by Europe Congress\u00a0mixes event essentials as pre-scheduled and match-made meetings with networking, socializing and key-note sessions.
\nThe keynote educational program is being led by the Meetology Lab, a long standing partner of Europe Congress, with a formidable reputation in the field of interpersonal communication.

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Meetology Lab CEO, Jonathan Bradshaw will next to delivering ground breaking presentations also be performing as the moderator of the forum.

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Asking Managing Director of Europe Congress, Alain Pallas, about the confirmation of the event in Rome, he stated: \u201cIn coordination with several partners from Rome, we\u2019re glad to have been able to announce Rome as the destination for the forum.
\nThe Sheraton Rome will form the host venue of the event, with all B2B meetings, keynotes, lunches, breaks and other networking ongoing.
\nWe\u2019re already looking much forward bringing everyone together there, support new business relations and work towards a profitable outcome for all involved.\u2019\u2019

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Key benefits:

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Participants are 60 Convention Bureaus and MICE Providers from South European Countries\u00a0(Albania, Bulgaria, Croatia, France, Italy, Macedonia, Montenegro, Romania, Slovenia, etc.).

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Also, 80-100 leading event planners and decision makers will participate\u00a0in their organization of:

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The post MCE South Europe 2016 taking place in Rome, Italy appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.

\n", "content_text": "In period from 13th to 15th November, at Sheraton Roma Hotel & Conference Center will be held MCE South Europe 2016.\nSouth European destinations in the form of Tourism Boards and Convention Bureaus as well as MICE suppliers as Hotels, PCO\u2019s, DMC\u2019s, Congress Centres, Transportation Companies, AV Suppliers, Restaurants etc., will represent their services towards these selected key planners.\nThe unique 2,5 days\u2019 boutique event format allows all participants to get to know each other well.\nSpending time together assures potential business partners not only to connect but also to build on the aspects of understanding and trust.\nThe cleaver program put together by Europe Congress\u00a0mixes event essentials as pre-scheduled and match-made meetings with networking, socializing and key-note sessions.\nThe keynote educational program is being led by the Meetology Lab, a long standing partner of Europe Congress, with a formidable reputation in the field of interpersonal communication.\nMeetology Lab CEO, Jonathan Bradshaw will next to delivering ground breaking presentations also be performing as the moderator of the forum.\nAsking Managing Director of Europe Congress, Alain Pallas, about the confirmation of the event in Rome, he stated: \u201cIn coordination with several partners from Rome, we\u2019re glad to have been able to announce Rome as the destination for the forum.\nThe Sheraton Rome will form the host venue of the event, with all B2B meetings, keynotes, lunches, breaks and other networking ongoing.\nWe\u2019re already looking much forward bringing everyone together there, support new business relations and work towards a profitable outcome for all involved.\u2019\u2019\nKey benefits:\n\n\u00a0 2,5 days MICE one-stop-shop B2B forum; 13th -15th November 2016;\nMinimum of 30 to 35 pre-scheduled and match-made one-to-one meetings with hosted buyers most likely to be your next business partners. Scheduling organized by organizer;\n80-100 qualified, reference checked and high volume MICE event producing hosted buyers meet with exclusive 60 Convention Bureaus and MICE Providers from South Europe only;\nBoutique event format to maximize connectivity\u2019s: Total of up to 200 persons remain together for the event days: No visitors;\nNumerous educational sessions by Meetology Lab: Jonathan Bradshaw, and others;\nSouth Europe promotional sessions emphasizing the potential of South Europe\nSocial sessions offering full catering such as coffee breaks, luncheons, welcome reception, dinners and an after dinner party to increase interaction;\nEndless networking opportunities with buyers with interest and business for South Europe.\n\n\nParticipants are 60 Convention Bureaus and MICE Providers from South European Countries\u00a0(Albania, Bulgaria, Croatia, France, Italy, Macedonia, Montenegro, Romania, Slovenia, etc.).\nAlso, 80-100 leading event planners and decision makers will participate\u00a0in their organization of:\n\nGermany, Austria, Switzerland: 20%\nUnited Kingdom & Ireland: 15%\nFrance, Benelux & Scandinavia: 20%\nCentral & Eastern Europe: 10%\nRussia & CIS: 10%\nMiddle East & Asia: 15%\nNorth America: 10%\n\nThe post MCE South Europe 2016 taking place in Rome, Italy appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.", "date_published": "2016-07-01T12:56:09+02:00", "date_modified": "2016-07-01T12:56:09+02:00", "author": { "name": "Mirjana Novitovic", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/author/officebs/", "avatar": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/slika-.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/MCE-South-Europe-Rome-2016.png", "tags": [ "event planners", "hosted buyer", "mce south europe", "MICE", "rome", "News and events" ] }, { "id": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/global-event-tech-event-technology-heading-liverpool/", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/global-event-tech-event-technology-heading-liverpool/", "title": "Global Event Tech: Event Technology is heading to Liverpool", "content_html": "

Global Event Tech 2016, a free to attend event which will take place on the 27th & 28th June from\u00a010:00 – 16.00 across both days at Exhibition Centre Liverpool.

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Showcasing 42 of the leading event tech providers worldwide as well we have attracted high profile keynote speakers who will share their live event experiences, industry knowledge and expertise. Liverpool continues to increase its momentum to become one of Europe\u2019s leading destinations for large scale exhibitions, ensuring it to be the perfect location for Global Event Tech to grow.

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Our aim is to provide both an innovative and thrilling platform for learning, sharing and developing new business as part of the International Festival of Business. Global Event Tech is set to connect the events industry with a vast array of suppliers and events professionals.

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You can find the leading event tech providers such as ITM Mobile, D2i Systems and Glisser only to name a few, who will showcase the very best in the industry from latest emerging technologies and developments. The audience will range from event organisers from all backgrounds such as corporate or agencies as well as venues of whom are looking to enhance their own event experiences. We will be attracting international delegates by delivering a strong Hosted Buyer Programme by organising dedicated 1-2-1 meetings based on the Hosted Buyer’s requirements and preferences.

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In return this will provide our exhibitors with outstanding business opportunities by connecting with the right people. At Global Event Tech, we believe that much there better place around the word to do business but in the heart of Liverpool.

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To register to attend Global Event Tech as a Hosted Buyer visit our website:\u00a0www.globaleventtech.co.uk

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The post Global Event Tech: Event Technology is heading to Liverpool appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.

\n", "content_text": "Global Event Tech 2016, a free to attend event which will take place on the 27th & 28th June from\u00a010:00 – 16.00 across both days at Exhibition Centre Liverpool.\nShowcasing 42 of the leading event tech providers worldwide as well we have attracted high profile keynote speakers who will share their live event experiences, industry knowledge and expertise. Liverpool continues to increase its momentum to become one of Europe\u2019s leading destinations for large scale exhibitions, ensuring it to be the perfect location for Global Event Tech to grow.\nOur aim is to provide both an innovative and thrilling platform for learning, sharing and developing new business as part of the International Festival of Business. Global Event Tech is set to connect the events industry with a vast array of suppliers and events professionals.\nYou can find the leading event tech providers such as ITM Mobile, D2i Systems and Glisser only to name a few, who will showcase the very best in the industry from latest emerging technologies and developments. The audience will range from event organisers from all backgrounds such as corporate or agencies as well as venues of whom are looking to enhance their own event experiences. We will be attracting international delegates by delivering a strong Hosted Buyer Programme by organising dedicated 1-2-1 meetings based on the Hosted Buyer’s requirements and preferences.\nIn return this will provide our exhibitors with outstanding business opportunities by connecting with the right people. At Global Event Tech, we believe that much there better place around the word to do business but in the heart of Liverpool.\nTo register to attend Global Event Tech as a Hosted Buyer visit our website:\u00a0www.globaleventtech.co.uk\nThe post Global Event Tech: Event Technology is heading to Liverpool appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.", "date_published": "2016-05-17T10:06:22+02:00", "date_modified": "2016-12-22T14:04:05+01:00", "author": { "name": "Mirjana Novitovic", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/author/officebs/", "avatar": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/slika-.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/Global-Event-Tech-Logo-2016.png", "tags": [ "Global Event Tech 2016", "hosted buyer", "News and events" ] }, { "id": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/imex-frankfurt-2016-tailored-business-opportunities-at-every-step-of-the-way/", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/imex-frankfurt-2016-tailored-business-opportunities-at-every-step-of-the-way/", "title": "IMEX Frankfurt 2016 \u2013 Tailored business opportunities at every step of the way", "content_html": "

IMEX in Frankfurt, taking place from 19th to 21st April 2016 at Messe Frankfurt, is set to provide an experience that is flexible and tailored to fit each visitor\u2019s business needs.

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Alongside new exhibitors, new educational tracks and networking opportunities dedicated to each sector of the industry, IMEX has added important new features to its distinctive Hosted Buyer programme.

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Enhanced Hosted Buyer programme

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New for 2016, European buyers can extend their visit to IMEX and opt in advance for a three day (two night) programme. This will allow them to spend more time at the show, giving them more time to complete their business objectives and take part in networking events and education sessions. This new option makes the programme highly flexible and is in addition to the day only and two day (one night) programmes which have become well-established over the last 13 years.

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IMEX Frankfurt
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Revised group appointment timings will give hosted buyers more time to explore the show floor – the show will now open at 9.45am, with no group appointments scheduled before 11am or after 4pm.

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IMEX is set to welcome more than 20 new hosted buyer groups from around the world including Germany, Poland, China, South Africa and South America, plus UNICEO \u2013 the network for corporate event decision makers. ISES (International Special Events Society) is also bringing their Global Event Summit to the show for the first time.

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Buyers have a wide choice of suppliers to meet, with many established exhibitors having increased their stand space including Croatia, New Zealand, PromPeru, San Francisco and Serbia \u2013 and hotel groups \u2013 ATA Hotels, Hilton International, Preferred Hotels and Trump Hotel Collection.

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European buyers can extend their visit to IMEX and opt for a three day (two night) programme.

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New destinations and venues
\nDemand from buyers to attend is at an all-time high with 24 new hosted buyer groups already confirmed from across Europe and the world. As always, among the 3,500 exhibitors who represent 150 countries, IMEX will feature a host of new meetings industry suppliers, destinations and venues who use the show to launch their products and services to the market.

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Show floor at IMEX Frankfurt
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Education

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Two new themes will run throughout the show this year: \u2018Business + ME\u2019 focusses on personal development, CSR activities and wellbeing. New also is a track focused on the sharing economy and how it is reshaping the way we travel and do business \u2013 this will include a high level panel discussion, due to take place on Wednesday 20th April, that will debate its impact on the meetings industry. The Inspiration Hub, home to all the show floor education, will also host experts exploring personal branding, business skills, creative learning, marketing and social media, research and trends and technology. Also new for this year is a series of short and snappy talks focused on \u2018Trends and Future-Think\u2019. These TED-style talks will take place at the Inspiration Hub before the show begins each day and are sponsored by Sweden.

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The day prior to IMEX in Frankfurt, Monday 18th April, is now packed with high level educational activities for both buyers and suppliers including:

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Taking place at the Villa Kennedy Hotel, this is a valuable opportunity for corporate meeting planners from around the world to gather for a tailor-made day of education and private networking.

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This year\u2019s Exclusively Corporate event puts the spotlight on meeting and event planning as a career, focusing on how attendees can build their personal brand, demonstrate their value within an organisation and be more effective and efficient.

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For professionals working for associations, organising international conferences and events, Association Day is a chance to assess how well their association is adapting in an ever-changing world. Relevancy is the focus for this year\u2019s event and the ways in which associations across the globe are tackling this issue will be explored via a tailored programme of educational sessions and peer-to-peer problem-solving workshops. Throughout the day, issues experienced by associations across all industries are discussed, giving delegates the chance to forge partnerships and make worthwhile connections. The Day concludes with the ever-popular Association Evening event at the Marriott Hotel.

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PCMA (Professional Convention Management Association) is bringing its prestigious Business School to Europe for the first time alongside IMEX in Frankfurt. This free of charge programme is open to all and offers executives the chance to develop core business skills and learn from an MBA level professor. Dr. Kaihan Krippendorff, renowned business strategist, consultant and best-selling author, will lead the interactive session on \u2018The Outthinker Playbook \u2013 Devising Disruptive Strategies\u2019, exploring how to cultivate new approaches to business thinking and adopt a fresh \u201coutthinkers\u201d approach in response to changes in business. The innovative class is also CMP certified.

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Inspiration Hub
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Finally, the renowned Politicians Forum brings together meetings industry leaders, representatives from government and business, professionals and academics to discuss building and sustaining a successful meetings industry.

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Ray Bloom, Chairman of the IMEX Group explains: \u201cIMEX in Frankfurt, now in its 14th year, continues to showcase the amazing diversity and innovation within our industry, with both our new and established exhibitors using the show as their main platform to launch their products, destinations and venues to the global meetings market. At the same time we are constantly evolving the show and this year will be no exception, with major investment in our hosted buyer programme ensuring that buyers have the flexibility and time that they need to make the most of the range of business and educational opportunities at the show.\u201d

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Carina Bauer, CEO of IMEX Group, explains: \u201cWe continually consult with our buyers and intermediaries and have made changes to the programme this year to ensure that the show is truly tailored to their needs. We believe that both the buyers and exhibitors will benefit strongly from these. IMEX in Frankfurt promises a host of opportunities for all members of the meetings and incentive travel community. We know that there is no better way to do business or build a network of professional contacts and friends than face to face and we look forward to welcoming the world to Frankfurt this April.\u201d

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The post IMEX Frankfurt 2016 – Tailored business opportunities at every step of the way appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.

\n", "content_text": "IMEX in Frankfurt, taking place from 19th to 21st April 2016 at Messe Frankfurt, is set to provide an experience that is flexible and tailored to fit each visitor\u2019s business needs.\nAlongside new exhibitors, new educational tracks and networking opportunities dedicated to each sector of the industry, IMEX has added important new features to its distinctive Hosted Buyer programme.\nEnhanced Hosted Buyer programme\nNew for 2016, European buyers can extend their visit to IMEX and opt in advance for a three day (two night) programme. This will allow them to spend more time at the show, giving them more time to complete their business objectives and take part in networking events and education sessions. This new option makes the programme highly flexible and is in addition to the day only and two day (one night) programmes which have become well-established over the last 13 years.\nIMEX Frankfurt\nRevised group appointment timings will give hosted buyers more time to explore the show floor – the show will now open at 9.45am, with no group appointments scheduled before 11am or after 4pm.\nIMEX is set to welcome more than 20 new hosted buyer groups from around the world including Germany, Poland, China, South Africa and South America, plus UNICEO \u2013 the network for corporate event decision makers. ISES (International Special Events Society) is also bringing their Global Event Summit to the show for the first time.\nBuyers have a wide choice of suppliers to meet, with many established exhibitors having increased their stand space including Croatia, New Zealand, PromPeru, San Francisco and Serbia \u2013 and hotel groups \u2013 ATA Hotels, Hilton International, Preferred Hotels and Trump Hotel Collection.\n[quote_box_left]\nDid you know?\nEuropean buyers can extend their visit to IMEX and opt for a three day (two night) programme.\n[/quote_box_left]\nNew destinations and venues\nDemand from buyers to attend is at an all-time high with 24 new hosted buyer groups already confirmed from across Europe and the world. As always, among the 3,500 exhibitors who represent 150 countries, IMEX will feature a host of new meetings industry suppliers, destinations and venues who use the show to launch their products and services to the market.\nShow floor at IMEX Frankfurt\nEducation\nTwo new themes will run throughout the show this year: \u2018Business + ME\u2019 focusses on personal development, CSR activities and wellbeing. New also is a track focused on the sharing economy and how it is reshaping the way we travel and do business \u2013 this will include a high level panel discussion, due to take place on Wednesday 20th April, that will debate its impact on the meetings industry. The Inspiration Hub, home to all the show floor education, will also host experts exploring personal branding, business skills, creative learning, marketing and social media, research and trends and technology. Also new for this year is a series of short and snappy talks focused on \u2018Trends and Future-Think\u2019. These TED-style talks will take place at the Inspiration Hub before the show begins each day and are sponsored by Sweden.\nThe day prior to IMEX in Frankfurt, Monday 18th April, is now packed with high level educational activities for both buyers and suppliers including:\n\nExclusively Corporate @IMEX – building your personal brand\n\nTaking place at the Villa Kennedy Hotel, this is a valuable opportunity for corporate meeting planners from around the world to gather for a tailor-made day of education and private networking.\nThis year\u2019s Exclusively Corporate event puts the spotlight on meeting and event planning as a career, focusing on how attendees can build their personal brand, demonstrate their value within an organisation and be more effective and efficient.\n\nAssociation Day & Evening \u2013 how relevant is your association?\n\nFor professionals working for associations, organising international conferences and events, Association Day is a chance to assess how well their association is adapting in an ever-changing world. Relevancy is the focus for this year\u2019s event and the ways in which associations across the globe are tackling this issue will be explored via a tailored programme of educational sessions and peer-to-peer problem-solving workshops. Throughout the day, issues experienced by associations across all industries are discussed, giving delegates the chance to forge partnerships and make worthwhile connections. The Day concludes with the ever-popular Association Evening event at the Marriott Hotel.\n\nInaugural PCMA Business School in Europe \u2013 rip up the rule-book, become an \u201coutthinker\u201d\n\nPCMA (Professional Convention Management Association) is bringing its prestigious Business School to Europe for the first time alongside IMEX in Frankfurt. This free of charge programme is open to all and offers executives the chance to develop core business skills and learn from an MBA level professor. Dr. Kaihan Krippendorff, renowned business strategist, consultant and best-selling author, will lead the interactive session on \u2018The Outthinker Playbook \u2013 Devising Disruptive Strategies\u2019, exploring how to cultivate new approaches to business thinking and adopt a fresh \u201coutthinkers\u201d approach in response to changes in business. The innovative class is also CMP certified.\nInspiration Hub\nFinally, the renowned Politicians Forum brings together meetings industry leaders, representatives from government and business, professionals and academics to discuss building and sustaining a successful meetings industry.\nRay Bloom, Chairman of the IMEX Group explains: \u201cIMEX in Frankfurt, now in its 14th year, continues to showcase the amazing diversity and innovation within our industry, with both our new and established exhibitors using the show as their main platform to launch their products, destinations and venues to the global meetings market. At the same time we are constantly evolving the show and this year will be no exception, with major investment in our hosted buyer programme ensuring that buyers have the flexibility and time that they need to make the most of the range of business and educational opportunities at the show.\u201d\nCarina Bauer, CEO of IMEX Group, explains: \u201cWe continually consult with our buyers and intermediaries and have made changes to the programme this year to ensure that the show is truly tailored to their needs. We believe that both the buyers and exhibitors will benefit strongly from these. IMEX in Frankfurt promises a host of opportunities for all members of the meetings and incentive travel community. We know that there is no better way to do business or build a network of professional contacts and friends than face to face and we look forward to welcoming the world to Frankfurt this April.\u201d\nThe post IMEX Frankfurt 2016 – Tailored business opportunities at every step of the way appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.", "date_published": "2016-03-30T10:53:24+02:00", "date_modified": "2016-12-09T14:02:16+01:00", "author": { "name": "Mirjana Novitovic", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/author/officebs/", "avatar": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/slika-.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/Show-floor.jpg", "tags": [ "hosted buyer", "imex frankfurt", "imex group", "inspiration hub", "meetings industry", "Trade Shows" ] }, { "id": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/26394/", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/26394/", "title": "Immersive events, engagement and an appetite for change set the tone for this year\u2019s ibtm knowledge programme", "content_html": "

[quote_box_center]This year\u2019s ibtm knowledge programme, delivered at ibtm world, promises to motivate global industry players with a series of sessions that have been lined up to challenge existing thought models and raise the bar when it comes to organising events across the globe (www.ibtmworld.com/knowledge).[/quote_box_center]

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Commenting on the changing needs of industry education, Dr. Rob Davidson, Managing Director, MICE Knowledge and ibtm events industry analyst said, \u201cIn the past 12 months, there has been a huge move towards designing meetings to be much more multisensory and immersive than before.

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The science behind this trend tells us that the more participants\u2019 senses are stimulated, the more memorable the meeting experience will be for them, because more parts of their brains are activated, which in turn helps them to absorb and retain information more effectively.”

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Organised by Reed Travel Exhibitions, the programme will feature keynote sessions from industry thought leaders and will address these evolving educational demands through sessions including:

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What Can We Learn From Immersive Events? – In this session, Deborah Armstrong, Managing Director of Strong & Co will discuss what exactly \u2018Immersive Events\u2019 mean in practice and why they are so important. Deborah will share key learnings around achieving meaningful and longer lasting engagement. Through careful analysis of good and bad practice this talk aims to show you how to do it right and what the future of Experiential holds.

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Engagement at Events \u2013 in partnership with ISES – Engagement has long been a go-to phrase for event professionals but like many areas of our industry, there\u2019s little consensus on what it really means. This session, delivered by Kevin Jackson, Vice President EMEA, George P. Johnson and President of ISES UK will unpack what engagement at events is and more importantly how you get audiences leaning forward instead of leaning back.

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Appetite For Change \u2013 Presented by Ivo Franschitz, Owner & Managing Director, ENITED Business Events and Vanessa Schmoranzer, Brand Leadership Consultant and Change Management Coach, ma\u00aekenkind.de, this session will address the shifting needs of professional business events and review them from the perspective of the host and of the participant.

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Franschitz comments, \u201cAs a SME (small and medium-sized enterprise), we dared taking that risk and initiated a 14 month journey. Engaging professional, external expertise and committing ourselves to a roller coaster ride called change management. Throughout, we gained invaluable insights and experiences, many of them very up-close and personal. In this workshop, we want to share those experiences and convey to you a clear message: \u201cChange = Opportunity\u201d. We want to stimulate your appetite for change.\u201d

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Erica Keogan, Associations and Education Manager, ibtm events comments, \u201cThis year promises a very impressive line up of education sessions and we haven\u2019t just stopped there. We have redesigned our entire Knowledge experience, creating the ACS Knowledge Village at the heart of the show floor where attendees can come together and really live the entire experience.\u201d

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To find out more about the Hosted Buyer Programme, watch the Hosted Buyer Journey video or apply for your place visit www.ibtmworld.com/Hosted

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To find out more about the benefits of attending ibtm world and to register as a trade visitor, please visit:\u00a0www.ibtmworld.com/visit2015

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The post Immersive events, engagement and an appetite for change set the tone for this year\u2019s ibtm knowledge programme appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.

\n", "content_text": "[quote_box_center]This year\u2019s ibtm knowledge programme, delivered at ibtm world, promises to motivate global industry players with a series of sessions that have been lined up to challenge existing thought models and raise the bar when it comes to organising events across the globe (www.ibtmworld.com/knowledge).[/quote_box_center]\nCommenting on the changing needs of industry education, Dr. Rob Davidson, Managing Director, MICE Knowledge and ibtm events industry analyst said, \u201cIn the past 12 months, there has been a huge move towards designing meetings to be much more multisensory and immersive than before.\nThe science behind this trend tells us that the more participants\u2019 senses are stimulated, the more memorable the meeting experience will be for them, because more parts of their brains are activated, which in turn helps them to absorb and retain information more effectively.”\nOrganised by Reed Travel Exhibitions, the programme will feature keynote sessions from industry thought leaders and will address these evolving educational demands through sessions including:\nWhat Can We Learn From Immersive Events? – In this session, Deborah Armstrong, Managing Director of Strong & Co will discuss what exactly \u2018Immersive Events\u2019 mean in practice and why they are so important. Deborah will share key learnings around achieving meaningful and longer lasting engagement. Through careful analysis of good and bad practice this talk aims to show you how to do it right and what the future of Experiential holds.\nEIBTM 2014\nEngagement at Events \u2013 in partnership with ISES – Engagement has long been a go-to phrase for event professionals but like many areas of our industry, there\u2019s little consensus on what it really means. This session, delivered by Kevin Jackson, Vice President EMEA, George P. Johnson and President of ISES UK will unpack what engagement at events is and more importantly how you get audiences leaning forward instead of leaning back.\nAppetite For Change \u2013 Presented by Ivo Franschitz, Owner & Managing Director, ENITED Business Events and Vanessa Schmoranzer, Brand Leadership Consultant and Change Management Coach, ma\u00aekenkind.de, this session will address the shifting needs of professional business events and review them from the perspective of the host and of the participant.\nFranschitz comments, \u201cAs a SME (small and medium-sized enterprise), we dared taking that risk and initiated a 14 month journey. Engaging professional, external expertise and committing ourselves to a roller coaster ride called change management. Throughout, we gained invaluable insights and experiences, many of them very up-close and personal. In this workshop, we want to share those experiences and convey to you a clear message: \u201cChange = Opportunity\u201d. We want to stimulate your appetite for change.\u201d\nEIBTM 2014\nErica Keogan, Associations and Education Manager, ibtm events comments, \u201cThis year promises a very impressive line up of education sessions and we haven\u2019t just stopped there. We have redesigned our entire Knowledge experience, creating the ACS Knowledge Village at the heart of the show floor where attendees can come together and really live the entire experience.\u201d\nTo find out more about the Hosted Buyer Programme, watch the Hosted Buyer Journey video or apply for your place visit www.ibtmworld.com/Hosted\nTo find out more about the benefits of attending ibtm world and to register as a trade visitor, please visit:\u00a0www.ibtmworld.com/visit2015\nThe post Immersive events, engagement and an appetite for change set the tone for this year\u2019s ibtm knowledge programme appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.", "date_published": "2015-10-15T15:33:16+02:00", "date_modified": "2016-12-29T16:49:01+01:00", "author": { "name": "Mirjana Novitovic", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/author/officebs/", "avatar": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/slika-.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/EIBTM_2014-062.jpg", "tags": [ "hosted buyer", "IBTM BARCELONA", "ibtm world", "IBTM15", "Immersive Events", "News and events" ] }, { "id": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/registration-opens-for-the-meetings-show-2015/", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/registration-opens-for-the-meetings-show-2015/", "title": "Registration opens for The Meetings Show 2015", "content_html": "

The Meetings Show is the premier event for the UK inbound and outbound meetings industry, organised by Centaur Exhibitions and taking place from 7th to 9th July 2015 at Olympia, London.

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The Meetings Show is organized by meeting professionals for meeting professionals it is focused around a large exhibition, networking opportunities and professional education.

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The hosted buyer programme \u2013 the largest in the UK \u2013 will attract buyers from the corporate, association, agency and public sectors. The show will feature destinations from over 50 countries across 6 continents, venues, hotels and key providers of meetings products and services.

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The education programme will address issues faced by agencies, corporates, associations, PCOs, AMCs, PAs and key sectors such as healthcare and technology.\u00a0In addition to the dedicated Association Meetings Conference on 6th July, the education will include keynote sessions, seminars and Meet the Expert round tables throughout the three days of the show.

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With a growing exhibitor list, made up of more than 400 exhibiting companies, visitors will be able to meet with the UK\u2019s largest collection of meeting industry organisations under one roof including: major domestic and international destinations, venues, hotel groups, DMCs, trade associations and suppliers.

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Exhibitor highlights include Dubai Convention & Events Bureau, London & Partners, VisitScotland, Hilton Worldwide, Meet Birmingham, Accor Hotels and Tourism Ireland.

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The Meetings Show\u2019s Event Director Steve Knight says: \u201cThe Meetings Show is organised by meeting professionals, for meeting professionals, a fact that is demonstrated through both the calibre of our exhibitors and the quality of our education programme. If meetings are key to your business you will find the suppliers you want to see and education designed for your needs at our event.\u201d

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Applications for The Meetings Show\u2019s hosted buyer programme are also open. Applicants will be reviewed by a team of expert qualifiers and benefit from scheduled meetings with organisations of their choosing, complimentary travel and accommodation, transportation to Olympia from host hotels and networking venues, as well as a choice of hosted buyer lounges complete with refreshments.

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The post Registration opens for The Meetings Show 2015 appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.

\n", "content_text": "The Meetings Show is the premier event for the UK inbound and outbound meetings industry, organised by Centaur Exhibitions and taking place from 7th to 9th July 2015 at Olympia, London.\nThe Meetings Show is organized by meeting professionals for meeting professionals it is focused around a large exhibition, networking opportunities and professional education.\nThe hosted buyer programme \u2013 the largest in the UK \u2013 will attract buyers from the corporate, association, agency and public sectors. The show will feature destinations from over 50 countries across 6 continents, venues, hotels and key providers of meetings products and services.\nThe education programme will address issues faced by agencies, corporates, associations, PCOs, AMCs, PAs and key sectors such as healthcare and technology.\u00a0In addition to the dedicated Association Meetings Conference on 6th July, the education will include keynote sessions, seminars and Meet the Expert round tables throughout the three days of the show.\nWith a growing exhibitor list, made up of more than 400 exhibiting companies, visitors will be able to meet with the UK\u2019s largest collection of meeting industry organisations under one roof including: major domestic and international destinations, venues, hotel groups, DMCs, trade associations and suppliers.\nExhibitor highlights include Dubai Convention & Events Bureau, London & Partners, VisitScotland, Hilton Worldwide, Meet Birmingham, Accor Hotels and Tourism Ireland.\nThe Meetings Show\u2019s Event Director Steve Knight says: \u201cThe Meetings Show is organised by meeting professionals, for meeting professionals, a fact that is demonstrated through both the calibre of our exhibitors and the quality of our education programme. If meetings are key to your business you will find the suppliers you want to see and education designed for your needs at our event.\u201d\nMeetings Show UK\nApplications for The Meetings Show\u2019s hosted buyer programme are also open. Applicants will be reviewed by a team of expert qualifiers and benefit from scheduled meetings with organisations of their choosing, complimentary travel and accommodation, transportation to Olympia from host hotels and networking venues, as well as a choice of hosted buyer lounges complete with refreshments.\nThe post Registration opens for The Meetings Show 2015 appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.", "date_published": "2015-04-01T14:51:20+02:00", "date_modified": "2017-03-22T11:01:29+01:00", "author": { "name": "Mirjana Novitovic", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/author/officebs/", "avatar": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/slika-.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/Meetings-1199.jpg", "tags": [ "fair", "hosted buyer", "london", "meetings industry", "meetings show", "News and events" ] }, { "id": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/imex-in-frankfurt-new-angle-on-preshow-customer-service/", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/imex-in-frankfurt-new-angle-on-preshow-customer-service/", "title": "IMEX IN FRANKFURT \u2013 NEW ANGLE ON PRESHOW CUSTOMER SERVICE", "content_html": "

A new pre-show concierge service to help first-time hosted buyers get the most from their attendance at IMEX in Frankfurt is being launched at the beginning of this year.

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The service is one of several new ideas being introduced by the IMEX Group to increase business and networking value for buyers attending the trade show. Each new buyer will receive a telephone call from the IMEX concierge team giving them the opportunity to ask questions relating to travel, appointments with exhibitors, the education programme or other subjects.

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Says IMEX Group CEO, Carina Bauer: \u201cThis new service typifies our market approach and our company values: high standards of customer service and a desire to ensure that both buyers and exhibitors receive excellent \u2018return on attendance\u2019. This service complements the live webinars we already offer to exhibitors which, in turn, help them maximise their business return from the show.\u201d

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Registration is now open. http://portal.imex-frankfurt.com/register.php

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IMEX Industry Predictions for 2014
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1.\u00a0 Content Gets Bigger as Attention Spans Grow Shorter

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The incredible growth of YouTube, TED and short, sharp TV and video news clips (including the birth of super-bite-sized Vine) means attention spans are shorter than ever. Four minutes is a lifetime online. Expect meetings and event content to be delivered in ever more entertaining, diverse and digestible pieces.

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2.\u00a0 Happiness is Hip

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IMEX America 2013 MPI Keynote, CEO & Chief Happiness Officer of Delivering Happiness, Jenn Lim, was on trend when she urged her audience to think of happiness as a science that can be applied at work. \u201cWhen values, vision and purpose in individuals and organizations come together, the impact can be so positive, and it\u2019s about much more than a happy worker being a productive worker,\u201d she said.

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Expect more organizations to embrace happiness as their ethos for growth in 2014.

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3. Technology Connects the Dots

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Many big technology advances have been made, now they need to be managed. Coburn, CEO of DoubleDutch expects \u201cthe bandwidth of Apps to get lighter\u201d, where Owen sees regulation and standards coming into play, such as through the new Apex Standards. He\u2019s also clear that the future is \u201cnot about more technology but how that technology is delivered.\u201d

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4. Social Media Shifts Up, Out and Everywhere

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In 2014 social media starts to receive its own budget, and begins to play a meaningful and measurable part in marketing and communications strategies across the meetings and events industry.

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5. \u201cGlocal\u201d \u2013\u00a0 Helping Hands on Your Doorstep

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Where once the international nature of the meetings industry meant thousands of opportunities to \u2018do good and give back\u2019 in far flung corners of the world, the trend now is to reach out to help those right on your doorstep.

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6. Meetings Sector as Leading Economic Indicator

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Could 2014 be the year when the meetings and events industry is finally recognized as an important economic indicator? Dan Berger, CEO of Social Tables declared at IMEX America, \u201cThose of us in the industry know that when meetings and events start to rise they are the pulse of growth.\u201d

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IMEX Frankfurt 2014 is a worldwide exhibition for incentive travel, meetings and events which will be held from 20th to 22nd May in Messe Frankfurt in Gemany.
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7. Workplace diversity

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Where once a hot conversation topic was demographic shift and what that meant for the global meetings and events market, now the big debate of 2014 looks set to be \u2018workplace diversity\u2019. Organizations are having to look at their recruitment and talent development strategies with more creativity, and awareness.

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More info about these predictions you may find on http://www.imex-frankfurt.com/

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The post IMEX IN FRANKFURT – NEW ANGLE ON PRESHOW CUSTOMER SERVICE appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.

\n", "content_text": "A new pre-show concierge service to help first-time hosted buyers get the most from their attendance at IMEX in Frankfurt is being launched at the beginning of this year.\nThe service is one of several new ideas being introduced by the IMEX Group to increase business and networking value for buyers attending the trade show. Each new buyer will receive a telephone call from the IMEX concierge team giving them the opportunity to ask questions relating to travel, appointments with exhibitors, the education programme or other subjects.\nSays IMEX Group CEO, Carina Bauer: \u201cThis new service typifies our market approach and our company values: high standards of customer service and a desire to ensure that both buyers and exhibitors receive excellent \u2018return on attendance\u2019. This service complements the live webinars we already offer to exhibitors which, in turn, help them maximise their business return from the show.\u201d\nRegistration is now open. http://portal.imex-frankfurt.com/register.php\nIMEX Industry Predictions for 2014 \n\n\n1.\u00a0 Content Gets Bigger as Attention Spans Grow Shorter\nThe incredible growth of YouTube, TED and short, sharp TV and video news clips (including the birth of super-bite-sized Vine) means attention spans are shorter than ever. Four minutes is a lifetime online. Expect meetings and event content to be delivered in ever more entertaining, diverse and digestible pieces.\n2.\u00a0 Happiness is Hip\n\nIMEX America 2013 MPI Keynote, CEO & Chief Happiness Officer of Delivering Happiness, Jenn Lim, was on trend when she urged her audience to think of happiness as a science that can be applied at work. \u201cWhen values, vision and purpose in individuals and organizations come together, the impact can be so positive, and it\u2019s about much more than a happy worker being a productive worker,\u201d she said.\nExpect more organizations to embrace happiness as their ethos for growth in 2014.\n3. Technology Connects the Dots\nMany big technology advances have been made, now they need to be managed. Coburn, CEO of DoubleDutch expects \u201cthe bandwidth of Apps to get lighter\u201d, where Owen sees regulation and standards coming into play, such as through the new Apex Standards. He\u2019s also clear that the future is \u201cnot about more technology but how that technology is delivered.\u201d\n4. Social Media Shifts Up, Out and Everywhere\nIn 2014 social media starts to receive its own budget, and begins to play a meaningful and measurable part in marketing and communications strategies across the meetings and events industry.\n5. \u201cGlocal\u201d \u2013\u00a0 Helping Hands on Your Doorstep\nWhere once the international nature of the meetings industry meant thousands of opportunities to \u2018do good and give back\u2019 in far flung corners of the world, the trend now is to reach out to help those right on your doorstep.\n6. Meetings Sector as Leading Economic Indicator\nCould 2014 be the year when the meetings and events industry is finally recognized as an important economic indicator? Dan Berger, CEO of Social Tables declared at IMEX America, \u201cThose of us in the industry know that when meetings and events start to rise they are the pulse of growth.\u201d\nIMEX Frankfurt 2014 is a worldwide exhibition for incentive travel, meetings and events which will be held from 20th to 22nd May in Messe Frankfurt in Gemany.\n7. Workplace diversity\nWhere once a hot conversation topic was demographic shift and what that meant for the global meetings and events market, now the big debate of 2014 looks set to be \u2018workplace diversity\u2019. Organizations are having to look at their recruitment and talent development strategies with more creativity, and awareness.\nMore info about these predictions you may find on http://www.imex-frankfurt.com/\nThe post IMEX IN FRANKFURT – NEW ANGLE ON PRESHOW CUSTOMER SERVICE appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.", "date_published": "2014-04-11T11:12:28+02:00", "date_modified": "2016-12-09T16:44:48+01:00", "author": { "name": "Mirjana Novitovic", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/author/officebs/", "avatar": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/slika-.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/imex_5.jpg", "tags": [ "exhibition", "hosted buyer", "imex", "imex frankfurt", "Trade Shows" ] }, { "id": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/eibtm-2013-gears-up-for-the-best-edition-yet/", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/eibtm-2013-gears-up-for-the-best-edition-yet/", "title": "EIBTM 2013 GEARS UP FOR THE BEST EDITION YET", "content_html": "

EIBTM 2013, The European Incentive Business Travel & Meetings Exhibition is the leading global event for meetings, incentives, events and business travel industry, will be held in period from 19th to 21st November in Barcelona, Spain.

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Why visit EIBTM 2013?

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As one of the worlds leading trade shows, EIBTM is all about creating a platform for the global meetings and events industry to conduct business, attracting over 15,000 industry professionals each year for three full days of focused business meetings, world-class education and networking opportunities.

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Hosted Buyers and Trade Visitors attending EIBTM 2013 will benefit from two new central Piazza areas, which have been specifically designed to enhance the networking and relaxation element of the show. The Tapas Piazza, will offer a selection of traditional Catalan tapas, bringing a true \u2018Barcelona\u2019 feel to the event, and the other will serve champagne and seafood.

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In addition to the exhibition, EIBTM 2013 will also see the second edition of the EIBTM Forum, which will take place on Monday 18th November. Open to all event attendees, the event will include a cutting edge keynote speaker and create a platform for networking, providing attendees with the opportunity to make new connections and be inspired ahead of the show.

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\"EIBTMIn addition to showcasing some of the world\u2019s top meetings and events suppliers, and facilitating targeted business meetings, EIBTM will also provide a thought provoking and engaging education programme, aimed at meetings industry professionals of all levels, who are looking to further their personal development within the industry. Led by some of the world\u2019s most influential industry experts, the sessions and seminars cover a wide variety of topics ranging from the latest trends and developments, to practical takeaways on improving your industry skills (details to be announced later this year).

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EIBTM 2013 will also host the return of the Future Events Experience, an innovative show floor feature area which includes speaker presentations and a demonstration area where exhibitors and buyers can experience and interact with the latest in cutting-edge technology and events services available in the market.\u00a0For more information visit www.eibtm.com/technology

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Do you qualify for the EIBTM Hosted Buyer Programme?

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Top level meeting planners, buyers and decision makers with international business to place are invited to apply for the exclusive Hosted Buyer Programme, they will receive VIP treatment including being fully hosted in the beautiful business and tourism city of Barcelona and \"EIBTMtheir own personalised diary of meetings with international exhibitors of their choice. Buyers can apply online from July via www.eibtm.com/hosted

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EIBTM\u2019s world-renowned Hosted Buyer Programme, welcomed over 4,200 pre-qualified international buyers from 66 countries worldwide (up 2.3% from 2011) last year. The market leading programme also provides dedicated programmes and tailored education designed specifically to meet the needs of Agency, Association, Business Travel and Corporate professionals and offers over 100 networking opportunities.

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To find out more about attending EIBTM as a Hosted Buyer or a Trade Visitor visit www.eibtm.com/waystovisit

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Join EIBTM on Linked in, Twitter and Facebook.

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The post EIBTM 2013 GEARS UP FOR THE BEST EDITION YET appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.

\n", "content_text": "EIBTM 2013, The European Incentive Business Travel & Meetings Exhibition is the leading global event for meetings, incentives, events and business travel industry, will be held in period from 19th to 21st November in Barcelona, Spain.\nWhy visit EIBTM 2013?\nAs one of the worlds leading trade shows, EIBTM is all about creating a platform for the global meetings and events industry to conduct business, attracting over 15,000 industry professionals each year for three full days of focused business meetings, world-class education and networking opportunities.\nHosted Buyers and Trade Visitors attending EIBTM 2013 will benefit from two new central Piazza areas, which have been specifically designed to enhance the networking and relaxation element of the show. The Tapas Piazza, will offer a selection of traditional Catalan tapas, bringing a true \u2018Barcelona\u2019 feel to the event, and the other will serve champagne and seafood.\nIn addition to the exhibition, EIBTM 2013 will also see the second edition of the EIBTM Forum, which will take place on Monday 18th November. Open to all event attendees, the event will include a cutting edge keynote speaker and create a platform for networking, providing attendees with the opportunity to make new connections and be inspired ahead of the show.\nIn addition to showcasing some of the world\u2019s top meetings and events suppliers, and facilitating targeted business meetings, EIBTM will also provide a thought provoking and engaging education programme, aimed at meetings industry professionals of all levels, who are looking to further their personal development within the industry. Led by some of the world\u2019s most influential industry experts, the sessions and seminars cover a wide variety of topics ranging from the latest trends and developments, to practical takeaways on improving your industry skills (details to be announced later this year).\nEIBTM 2013 will also host the return of the Future Events Experience, an innovative show floor feature area which includes speaker presentations and a demonstration area where exhibitors and buyers can experience and interact with the latest in cutting-edge technology and events services available in the market.\u00a0For more information visit www.eibtm.com/technology\nDo you qualify for the EIBTM Hosted Buyer Programme?\nTop level meeting planners, buyers and decision makers with international business to place are invited to apply for the exclusive Hosted Buyer Programme, they will receive VIP treatment including being fully hosted in the beautiful business and tourism city of Barcelona and their own personalised diary of meetings with international exhibitors of their choice. Buyers can apply online from July via www.eibtm.com/hosted\nEIBTM\u2019s world-renowned Hosted Buyer Programme, welcomed over 4,200 pre-qualified international buyers from 66 countries worldwide (up 2.3% from 2011) last year. The market leading programme also provides dedicated programmes and tailored education designed specifically to meet the needs of Agency, Association, Business Travel and Corporate professionals and offers over 100 networking opportunities.\nTo find out more about attending EIBTM as a Hosted Buyer or a Trade Visitor visit www.eibtm.com/waystovisit\nJoin EIBTM on Linked in, Twitter and Facebook.\nThe post EIBTM 2013 GEARS UP FOR THE BEST EDITION YET appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.", "date_published": "2013-10-04T13:17:35+02:00", "date_modified": "2016-12-09T11:50:04+01:00", "author": { "name": "Miona Milic", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/author/miona/", "avatar": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG-20240224-WA0003-e1728981138373.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/EIBTM-2011.jpg", "tags": [ "eibtm", "hosted buyer", "meetings industry", "Trade Shows" ] }, { "id": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/association-buyers-are-a-key-element-of-the-hosted-buyer-prorgamme/", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/association-buyers-are-a-key-element-of-the-hosted-buyer-prorgamme/", "title": "Association buyers are a key element of the hosted buyer prorgamme", "content_html": "

EIBTM (www.eibtm.com) is the annual global meetings and incentive exhibition held in Barcelona, Spain.

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The event gathers over 14,200 industry professionals for three days of focused access to a dynamic business environment, thought provoking professional education and business network.

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Reed Travel Exhibitions organizes 12 events worldwide, including World Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, EIBTM, AIBTM, CIBTM, GIBTM, AIME, International Golf Travel Market, International French Travel Market – Top Resa, International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM), La Cumbre and ILTM Asia.

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EIBTM 2011 takes places 29th November – 1st December 2011, Barcelona. On this occasion we have spoken with Mrs Erica Keogan, the \u00a0Associations and Education Manager of EIBTM.

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1. Associations are one of the\u00a0 most important buyers in meeting industry. Can you tell us something more about expecting number of Association meeting planners and their variety on coming EIBTM show 2011?

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Association buyers are a key element of the hosted buyer prorgamme and we are looking to increase the number of Association Hosted Buyers this year and \u00a0expect to see a significant number of senior association delegates attend the Hosted Buyer Association Programme.

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We receive Hosted Buyer applications from all aroud the globe – each is reviewed against strict criteria ensuring that only senior level buyers with budget responsibility are accepted as part of this exclusive programme.

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The Hosted Buyer registration process has now opened online at www.eibtm.com/hosted and we would urge anyone who is interested in applying to register now.

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2. What is the main purpose of Association programme?\"\"

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The programme is designed to provide relevent educational opertunities for everyone involved in the forward planning of associations and their events.

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The Association Programme and education content have been specifically engineered to allow senior association delegates to make the most of their time at EIBTM whilst simultaniouly focusing on the strategic organisational benefits derived from running events.

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In addition to this, the programme strives to connect association peers through dedicated personal connections networking events and break out sessions during the programme.

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3. The membership issue was the main topic in last year Association programme.

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What will be this year focus?

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The Association Programme is continually evolving to meet the need of the busy Association meeting planner. Now in its 10th year, the professional education content will address the key issues encountered by Association planners ensuring maximum return on investment. There are key issues which are relevant to the associations such as membership growth and retention and changing communication channels – these issues will be covered at the Association programme but the main focus will be on equipping the attendees with tools and knowledge to create more effective and more profitable events for their association.

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4.\u00a0\u00a0 Education programme has always been important part of EIBTM show. What are highlights of this \u00a0year education programme?

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We received great feedback on the overall content of the education programme and we review our programme each year to ensure that it remains fresh and relevant to the delegates attending. Understanding the needs of the Hosted Buyers is an integral part of our planning for this sector each year.

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There will be a strong focus on providing professional best practices including how to maximise your return on netw\"\"orking and looking at strategic sourcing, we will also have a large number of sessions focusing on research from the meetings industry- this will really help planners and suppliers to gain more factual insight into the meetings industry world.

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5.\u00a0\u00a0 There will be also education sessions focussing specially on technology?

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Yes -there will be. This year our Technology \u00a0education sessions will cover topics such as The EIBTM Technology Watch\u00a0– showcasing the latest developments and innovations within the industry. Other sessions will also consider the use of social media and the effectivness of numerous new applications.

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Also, new to EIBTM this year -The Future Events Experience feature area will look at how future conferences and meetings will be run and how social technology and services are going to re-shape attendees experiences at events.

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The post Association buyers are a key element of the hosted buyer prorgamme appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.

\n", "content_text": "EIBTM (www.eibtm.com) is the annual global meetings and incentive exhibition held in Barcelona, Spain.\nThe event gathers over 14,200 industry professionals for three days of focused access to a dynamic business environment, thought provoking professional education and business network.\nReed Travel Exhibitions organizes 12 events worldwide, including World Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, EIBTM, AIBTM, CIBTM, GIBTM, AIME, International Golf Travel Market, International French Travel Market – Top Resa, International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM), La Cumbre and ILTM Asia.\nEIBTM 2011 takes places 29th November – 1st December 2011, Barcelona. On this occasion we have spoken with Mrs Erica Keogan, the \u00a0Associations and Education Manager of EIBTM. \n1. Associations are one of the\u00a0 most important buyers in meeting industry. Can you tell us something more about expecting number of Association meeting planners and their variety on coming EIBTM show 2011?\nAssociation buyers are a key element of the hosted buyer prorgamme and we are looking to increase the number of Association Hosted Buyers this year and \u00a0expect to see a significant number of senior association delegates attend the Hosted Buyer Association Programme.\nWe receive Hosted Buyer applications from all aroud the globe – each is reviewed against strict criteria ensuring that only senior level buyers with budget responsibility are accepted as part of this exclusive programme.\nThe Hosted Buyer registration process has now opened online at www.eibtm.com/hosted and we would urge anyone who is interested in applying to register now.\n2. What is the main purpose of Association programme?\nThe programme is designed to provide relevent educational opertunities for everyone involved in the forward planning of associations and their events.\nThe Association Programme and education content have been specifically engineered to allow senior association delegates to make the most of their time at EIBTM whilst simultaniouly focusing on the strategic organisational benefits derived from running events.\nIn addition to this, the programme strives to connect association peers through dedicated personal connections networking events and break out sessions during the programme.\n3. The membership issue was the main topic in last year Association programme. \nWhat will be this year focus?\nThe Association Programme is continually evolving to meet the need of the busy Association meeting planner. Now in its 10th year, the professional education content will address the key issues encountered by Association planners ensuring maximum return on investment. There are key issues which are relevant to the associations such as membership growth and retention and changing communication channels – these issues will be covered at the Association programme but the main focus will be on equipping the attendees with tools and knowledge to create more effective and more profitable events for their association.\n4.\u00a0\u00a0 Education programme has always been important part of EIBTM show. What are highlights of this \u00a0year education programme?\nWe received great feedback on the overall content of the education programme and we review our programme each year to ensure that it remains fresh and relevant to the delegates attending. Understanding the needs of the Hosted Buyers is an integral part of our planning for this sector each year.\nThere will be a strong focus on providing professional best practices including how to maximise your return on networking and looking at strategic sourcing, we will also have a large number of sessions focusing on research from the meetings industry- this will really help planners and suppliers to gain more factual insight into the meetings industry world.\n5.\u00a0\u00a0 There will be also education sessions focussing specially on technology?\nYes -there will be. This year our Technology \u00a0education sessions will cover topics such as The EIBTM Technology Watch\u00a0– showcasing the latest developments and innovations within the industry. Other sessions will also consider the use of social media and the effectivness of numerous new applications.\nAlso, new to EIBTM this year -The Future Events Experience feature area will look at how future conferences and meetings will be run and how social technology and services are going to re-shape attendees experiences at events.\nThe post Association buyers are a key element of the hosted buyer prorgamme appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.", "date_published": "2011-11-04T13:32:32+01:00", "date_modified": "2016-12-06T15:12:13+01:00", "author": { "name": "Miona Milic", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/author/miona/", "avatar": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG-20240224-WA0003-e1728981138373.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/Erica-Keogan.jpg", "tags": [ "association", "buyers", "hosted buyer", "Experts opinions" ] } ] }