Last week I heard a discussion leader proclaim that Experience Marketing at trade shows is dead. Really? If his definition of Experience Marketing includes spending large sums of money on frivolous activities then, sure, I’ll agree. Those days are long gone. But I’ve… learn more >
Top 3 – Part 2 – 1to1
At the beginning of the year, I posted three trends that I expect to shape events over the coming year. The first was the requirement for exhibitors and event sponsors to provide personally relevant information for their guests and visitors. Last week I read an… learn more >
Good to Great
RIM made headlines this week with the introduction of two new smart phones. Unfortunately, the launch seems to have generated more questions about the brand than it answered. Are the new phones great? Are they merely good? Is good “good-enough” to save… learn more >
Ask Wicked Questions
Does this ever happen to you? The client delays. Deadlines loom. Tension escalates. Finally, the project is green-lighted. Everyone shifts into hyper speed. Me? I get so wrapped up in execution that I annoy the team by making decisions that should be left to someone else.… learn more >
Top Three Event Trends for 2013
It’s the season for making lists. Here are my top three trends that will shape event marketing in 2013: 1. Instant Information. Digital has re-shaped expectations. Consumers now seek the same immediacy in the live event arena that they currently enjoy from on-line experiences. Delivering on-demand… learn more >
Successful Meetings
In an October posting on Successful Meetings, Arthur Backal of Apella, the event space in New York City’s Alexandria Center, notes a trend that “Clients are looking for unique, creative, and inexpensive ways to customize event spaces.” How right he is. Take a look at NextGen… learn more >