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Freeman Simplifies Exhibit Set-Up With New Booth Layout Service
Event production company Freeman has introduced a new service that assists exhibitors with booth set-up.
Team San Jose Allowed to Continue Operating City's Convention Center and Venues
San Jose's city council ends threat to replace the organization.
More Than $1 Million Raised for Meetings Industry PR
The International Association of Exhibitions and Events has raised more than $1 million in support of its new public relations campaign, designed to promote the benefits of face-to-face events.
Chris Baum Named President of Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority
Baum leaves his position as senior vice president for marketing at the Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Expanded Site Partnership to Bring More Incentive Offerings to IBTM Shows
The Society of Incentive Travel Executives will now play a larger strategic role in Reed Travel Exhibitions' portfolio of meetings industry trade shows.
Visa Waiver Program Should Be Expanded, U.S. Travel Association Argues
In testimony submitted to Congress, U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Roger Dow argued in favor of expanding the U.S. Visa Waiver Program.
Experient Introduces Data Intelligence Tool for Trade Show Organizers
Experient has introduced a new web-based marketing system to help trade show organizers aggregate and interpret event data.
First IMEX America Drives $2.8 Billion in Business for Exhibitors
At the inaugural IMEX America trade show, hosted buyers and buyer attendees spent $2.8 billion with meetings industry exhibitors.
Sam Lippman Launches Invitation-Only Event for Exhibit Sales Professionals
Sam Lippman, producer of the Exhibition and Convention Executives Forum, has created a new invitation-only workshop for exhibit and sponsorship sales professionals.
Convention Industry Council Announces 2012 Board of Directors
The Convention Industry Council has named its board leadership for 2012.
MPI Introduces ROI Toolkit for Meeting Planners
Meeting Professionals International has created a "Business Value of Meetings" toolbox to help meeting planners make the business case for meetings.
Meetings Market Uncertainty Growing
The EIBTM report shows a still-positive but concerned market.
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