The American Geophysical Union’s (AGU) Ocean Sciences Meeting (OSM) has been held every two years for the last four decades. Ocean-focused scientists from around the world gather with the goal of advancing our scientific understanding of the ocean and its impact on the planet. Read More
When your audience walks into your event’s plenary session, expectations are high. That opening gathering is an opportunity to harness the hopeful energy surrounding the beginning of a conference to set the tone for not just the event, but the entire year. It’s a chance to connect, align priorities, and get your message across to your audience – many of whom have traveled to be in that room. Read More
Through collaboration and customization, ProjectionNet ensured a flawless experience. Read More
Since the pace of change in the meetings and events industry seems to be stuck on overdrive, we wanted to spend some time with experts in the field who can share what they are seeing, trends coming up (and going away) and how attendees are reacting to all of it.
This is our fourth post in our “Ask the Experts” series. (Our previous discussion about custom technology solutions with Simon Tuck can be found here, event trends with Dane Lonchay here, and about creative assets and audience engagement with Kevin Wilson here.)
Meeting planners can use innovative sponsorships to create exceptional attendee experiences, even on a tight budget.
Today’s sponsors are looking for more than logos on banners, and meeting planners are looking for ways to do more without spending more. This guide brings those goals together.
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Imagine walking into your association’s annual meeting reception. The venue is alive with energy—conversations, laughter, and a high-energy band coaxing people onto the dance floor. Nearby, a family-friendly zone provides a space for children to play, while parents chat and unwind just a few feet away. If you’re seeking a quieter moment, cozy lounges are scattered throughout the venue, offering a perfect nook for networking and conversation. This reception truly creates an environment where every attendee feels comfortable. Read More
In 2018, the U.S. government implemented travel restrictions that prevented federal scientists from attending scientific conferences, significantly impacting their participation in key events and collaboration opportunities. In 2019, the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP25) was initially scheduled in Brazil, then moved to Chile, and ultimately relocated to Spain due to political unrest. That same year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) canceled a scientific conference due to a partial government shutdown. In 2020, the UK Student Climate Network was forced to cancel their conference due (ironically) to severe weather that made the roads impassable. And, in 2021, the Insurance Accounting and Systems Association (IASA) had to quickly transition to a fully virtual meeting as Hurricane Ida hit New Orleans.
