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Billy Bishop airport celebrates 85th anniversary
PortsToronto and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport staff gather to launch a celebration to mark 85 Years of Flight at Toronto’s downtown airport. (CNW Group/PortsToronto)
Level up with Leanne: the power of recognition in the meetings and events industry
We’re all guilty of it my friends, we’re in a very busy industry. After the whirlwind of planning and executing our events and client events, we often move on to the next project often leaving little room for reflection and recognition.
Level up with Leanne: connecting (and selling) differently
If sales are part of your role (and who doesn’t sell…. ) can you remember the time when we made cold call after cold call trying to land our next sale? You know, the good old-fashioned cold calls and telephone tag that used to be the bread and butter of every salesperson out there?
Northern Lights are the most sought-after global experience of 2024
Due to an auspicious solar cycle, 2024 is expected to bring increased opportunities for travellers to glimpse the Northern Lights.
2023 was a successful year for business tourism in Montreal
The Palais des congrès de Montréal hosted 288 events, for a total of 475 business events in the city. Of these, 224 association conferences were supported by Tourisme Montreal.
5 events trends to look for in 2024
Looking ahead to event planning in 2024, clients will be on the hunt for the latest and greatest. Here’s what we have to look forward to in the new year.
Level up with Leanne: Celebrating the craziness that was 2023
As we approach the end of a bustling year, it's crucial to pause and reflect on the whirlwind journey of 2023.
Level up with Leanne: organizing a business plan retreat
As professionals in the bustling meetings and events world, you undoubtedly understand the value of meticulous planning and strategic thinking.
Strengthen your team bond at work
More work always gets accomplished when a team is working closely in harmony. This can sometimes be easier said than done. There are personality conflicts to deal with, introverted staff members and people who simply work better alone than on a team.
SWAG: What's in and what's out?
Remember when Michael Scott went to the paper trade show on The Office? "SWAG! Stuff we all get! I basically decorated my condo for free with all of my swag," he says.
Level Up with Leanne: Are you ready for ChatGPT
Show of hands: Did anyone else feel gob-smacked earlier this year when ChatGPT entered our professional worlds?
I wanted to dive in head first to see what the fuss was about, and over the past year I’ve learned a ton about how it can help in our meetings and events industry. I hear inspiring stories from planners that are using ChatGPT as their trusty sidekick who can help with all the nitty-gritty details of their meetings and events.
Ottawa to host 11th Annual International Indigenous Tourism Conference
The 11th Annual International Indigenous Tourism Conference will be hosted on unceded Algonquin Anishinaabeg Territory in Ottawa, from February 25 to 28, 2024. The Shaw Centre will welcome over 1,000 delegates over the four-day event.
Breaking down the art of conference sponsorships
When it comes to planning a conference, convention or meeting, budget is probably top of mind (or at least it should be). Expenses need to be covered and while breaking even might be the goal, increasing your ROI doesn’t hurt. And while ticket sales may take care of the majority of the cost, having some sponsors attached to the event can really help to curb the costs.
Level Up with Leanne: Recommitting to your Q4 goals
Summer’s over, kids are back in school, hockey programs are starting, and we’re only 3 months away from closing out another year on our business goals and projects. How on earth did that happen?
7 considerations for the perfect conference venue
When it comes to planning a conference, whether it is large or small scale, there are a few things to keep in mind. While logistics are clearly top of mind – budget, size and location – there are a few other factors to consider.
How to choose the best speaker for your show
Looking for the perfect speaker for your next event? Here are a few helpful hints for booking the best person for the job and how you can collaborate to make the most of the experience.
5 booth lessons we learned from CMEExpo
And that's a wrap on CMEExpo 2023!
We hope that everyone had a great time. As our staff meandered through the endless booths at the show, we were able to learn some valuable lessons about what it takes to have a successful trade show booth. Here are a few tips for upcoming shows.
Swap it out: Mocktails are in!
Looking for the perfect speaker for your next event? Here are a few helpful hints for booking the best person for the job and how you can collaborate to make the most of the experience.
Level Up with Leanne: CMEExpo – The buzz around this can’t-miss show
I don’t know about you, but my day planner has been glammed up with my glitter pen for next week. I’m heading to Toronto for my favourite show of the year!
Easing convention stress for attendees
After COVID, travelling and attending in-person events became a source of stress for many people. Not everyone was able to jump back into convention life as easily as others. And even now, as life has returned to normal, there is a wellness trend that continues to grow. Mental health is at the forefront, and you need to think about what is best for clients, customers, employees and attendees.