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I had the honor of attending the International MICE Summit, a transformative gathering of global leaders and innovators from across the MICE ecosystem. 🌍💼 The sessions highlighted how the MICE industry can be a powerful driver of economic growth, nation-building, and prosperity. From creating opportunities for local businesses to supporting key industries, the potential is truly inspiring. ✨ How do you see the MICE industry shaping the future of business and innovation? Share your thoughts below! 💬 Eng. Mahmoud Alawadi Thalath International Co.

Created in 2012, Huge Thing was one of the first acceleration programs in Poland, with over 10 years of experience in supporting the development of startups in acceleration programs, and supporting them in cooperation with corporate partners. 🎓 1️⃣ 5️⃣ : Total number of completed programs. 🦄 1️⃣ 6️⃣ 5️⃣ : Total number of startups participating in their programs. 💲 1️⃣ 3️⃣ 7️⃣. 9️⃣m: Total amount of capital invested in startups from their programs. Huge Thing is a part of the SpeedUp Venture Capital Group; a group of leading Polish VC funds investing in enterprises at an early stage of development. As Global Corporate Venturing expands to the CEE & New Nordics regions, we are tremendously excited to partner with leading organisations in the ecosystem, to help showcase our range of services. See you in a few hours 🍸 Monika Synoradzka, Damian Wielechowski. #cvc #vc #corporateventurecapital #professionaldevelopment #corporateventuring

The exhibitions industry is on the brink of transformation 🚀 Marsha Flanagan, President and CEO of The International Association of Exhibitions and Events, highlights three key trends shaping the industry's future: 👩💼 Generational Shift: With 75 million Boomers retiring by 2030, a wave of fresh talent and perspectives is poised to redefine the industry. 💡 Evolving Events Landscape: Rising costs and inflation mean attendees are more selective about which events they attend, leading to later registrations and new challenges for organizers. 🤝 Creating Inclusive Experiences: The focus is shifting toward crafting events that foster belonging and a sense of welcome for all participants. The next generation of event professionals is set to innovate and push boundaries—are you ready for what’s ahead? http://spr.ly/6045a7ZKt #ExhibitionsIndustry #EventTrends #FutureOfEvents #Events #Conferences

🗓️Plan your year with CTO's 2025 Calendar of Events! From regional meetings and global trade shows to tourism conferences and allied webinars, explore industry events like PAMAC, Seatrade, and more. View the calendar now. #CTO2025 #TourismIndustry

Navigate the travel conference landscape the right way! ✅ Select conferences that align with your business objectives ✅ Develop a strategy for maximizing your ROI ✅ Build meaningful connections and secure valuable leads There are A LOT of travel conferences out there. Know how to pick the right one and get the tools you need to nail any event you attend! Link to join in the comments 👇 See you there! 👋 #TravelAdvisors #HostAgencyReviews #TravelIndustrySolutions #NetworkingOpportunity #TravelConferences

Unlock the secret to successful conferences with Turners Conferences. From strategic planning to flawless execution, we ensure your event leaves a lasting impact. Get ready to impress your attendees and create a buzz in your industry! 💼🌍🎤 #TurnersConferences #SuccessfulConferences #StrategicPlanning #EventImpact

Are Short-Term Rental Conferences A Worthwhile Investment? As a founder of a small tech company based in Portugal, I've always been mindful of ROI and resource allocation. Attending industry conferences often involves significant costs, from booth fees and travel expenses to the time investment required for preparation and follow-up. So, is it worth it? While the initial costs may seem high, the long-term benefits can be substantial. Attending conferences provides invaluable opportunities for: 1. Networking: Connecting with industry leaders, potential partners, and investors. 2. Knowledge Sharing: Learning about the latest trends, technologies, and best practices. 3. Brand Building: Increasing brand visibility and establishing your company as an industry leader. 4. Inspiring Innovation: Gaining new perspectives and sparking creative ideas. Beyond the tangible benefits, there's an intangible reward: the camaraderie, the shared passion, and the sense of belonging to a vibrant community with amazingly smart people as Matt Landau, José Santiago Vázquez Rojel, Marcus Räder, Travis Wheeler, Jess Toro, Maria Lopez Duran, Mikko Nurminen, Yannis Pasmatzis, Cali Bowen, Leo Walton, Javier Perez Arranz, Humphrey Bowles, Josh Loe, Steve Trover - Better Talent, Tim Wilson, James Caswell, Jane Churchill and many others! Thank YOU for making our trip to Miami a pleasure together with my fav human being Nuno Rodrigues What are your thoughts on the value of attending industry conferences? Share your experiences in the comments below. #Hostchella2024 #airbnb #conferences #airbnbcleaning #saas

A lot has changed in the mobility industry and mobility conference space since SUMC launched our annual National Shared Mobility Summit. That’s why we’re reimagining our annual Summit–to ensure our events and convenings are as valuable as the first time we brought the sector together. This involves surveying our community to gather insights on the current value, missing elements, and pain points of large events. We appreciate you taking this five-minute survey so we can understand the value that current conferences bring you and the biggest barriers you face. Your feedback will help inform future SUMC convenings. Take the survey: https://ow.ly/Gly250RezO4

With 2025 on the horizon, Trade Show Executive got insights from Catherine Chaulet, President and CEO of Global DMC Partners, about what trends organizers can expect. “Overall, the MICE industry is embracing a future that values intentionality, resilience and sustainability while balancing the transformative potential of technology with the irreplaceable power of human connection,” Chaulet said. “As planners navigate these trends, the focus will remain on creating meaningful, forward-thinking events.” https://lnkd.in/g6HYZPuA #tradeshows #eventtrends

🎙️ Earlier this month I was at University of Nevada-Las Vegas' cutting-edge Blackfire Innovation Studios where I grabbed Thomas Atzenhofer, deputy CEO of Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) during the Nevada Hotel and Lodging Association’s Tech Conference! Discover how intimate events and big expos like HITEC are shaping the future of hospitality tech. 🔑 Key Highlights: 🌐 The importance of blending major expos like HITEC with smaller, intimate conferences to build meaningful relationships. 🤝 How smaller events foster authentic conversations and unique networking opportunities. 📅 Exclusive preview: HITEC 2025 is heading to Indianapolis from June 16–19! 🛠️ HFTP’s groundbreaking work on corporate digital responsibility in the hospitality industry. 💡 Why events like the NHLA Tech Conference are crucial for education and innovation. 🦈 Behind the scenes of the Shark Pool Competition – where innovation meets entertainment! 💬 Let us know your thoughts in the comments! 📩 Subscribe to our newsletter: Text "HOTEL" to 66866. 👍 Like, share, and hit the subscribe button for more exclusive content!   #HospitalityTech #HITEC2025 #NHLA #Innovation #Networking #CorporateResponsibility #HospitalityIndustry #casinos #TechConference #hoteltech #hospitality