A couple of weeks ago, #EventIcons was all about Meetings Mean Business, the coalition behind Global Meetings Industry Day. As one of the most important days of the year for…
Lindsay Martin-BilbreyApril 9, 2019
Commoditization in the events industry is real. With the overall business paradigm changing, entire job positions are eradicated by advances in AI and automation. So, what are the options for…
Will CurranMarch 26, 2019
Today is all about Meetings Mean Business. How do you prove the real worth of your multi-million industry to your local newspaper? How can you make a small community understand…
Brandt KruegerMarch 19, 2019
Today we are diving into MPI’s World Education Congress. The World Education Congress (WEC) is a gathering where both MPI members and non-members alike come to gain education, network and…
Alex PlaxenMarch 12, 2019
For the second time ever, the International Live Event Association (ILEA) held the Global Events Forum in August 2018 in Denver, Colorado. The forum brought together 30 of the brightest…
Will CurranMarch 5, 2019
Today we are introducing our newest #EventIcons host, Lindsay Martin-Bilbrey! Lindsay is the CEO of Nifty Method Marketing & Events. Lindsay is a lively event professional armed with a very…
Will CurranMarch 1, 2019
Today we are joined by a dynamic duo from GameStop: Samantha Vogel and Judy Payne. Their event department raised millions of dollars in sponsorships and created an event that crosses…
Will CurranFebruary 26, 2019
One of the main reasons people attendee events is for education and development. However, 80% of what is learned at events is forgotten in 48 hours. It is crucial to…
Will CurranFebruary 19, 2019
It's not hard to find women in the events industry. They work in all sectors of the industry, from entry-level positions to the most senior roles. Women are making an…
Alex PlaxenFebruary 12, 2019
