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IAEE News

SOURCE: IAEE 

Erika Welling, CEM has more than 25 years of experience in the exhibitions and events industry. She has been an IAEE member for over a decade and has served on various committees at IAEE’s national level, in addition to her significant contributions to the IAEE Southwest Chapter. Read why she feels passionate about being involved in the industry, and the lessons that have made the most impact on her.

Visit https://iaeehq.com/2020/04/29/iaee-award-winner-spotlight-on-erika-welling-cem-2019-chapter-merit-award-winner/ to view the full article online.

 
Industry News

SOURCE: Associations Now

This article shares how three associations made decisions about their annual conferences during the COVID-19 pandemic.  

Visit https://associationsnow.com/2020/04/cancel-postpone-go-virtual-make-critical-decisions-meetings/ to view the full article online.

 

SOURCE: Forbes

Here are five common mistakes people make when meeting via videoconference and tips on how to avoid them.

Visit https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescoachescouncil/2020/05/06/avoid-the-top-five-mistakes-people-make-in-zoom-meetings/#379325fb4e88 to view the full article online.

 

SOURCE: MeetingsNet

When travel is safe again, businesses will need to prepare to deliver services in ways that adhere to new health and safety standards.

Visit https://www.meetingsnet.com/risk-management/us-travel-releases-guidelines-reopening-travel-businesses to view the full article online.

 
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SOURCE: The Bizzabo Blog

If your event is moving to a virtual format, there are several things you can do to make it stand out against all the other events moving online.

Visit https://blog.bizzabo.com/how-to-make-your-virtual-event-stand-out to view the full article online.

 

SOURCE: TSNN News 

In 2021, ICUEE will launch under a new name and look. The show, now called The Utility Expo, is known for equipment test drives and interactive product demonstrations. It will take place in Louisville, Kentucky in September of next year.

Visit https://www.tsnn.com/news/icuee-now-utility-expo-reflecting-plan-future-show to view the full article online.

 
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SOURCE: EXHIBITOR

EXHIBITOR has launched an online portal that connects exhibit and event professionals with top-rated exhibit producing companies.

Visit https://www.exhibitoronline.com/news/article.asp?ID=20582 to view the full article online.

 

SOURCE: Fast Company

As we become more settled into remote work, it’s important to set boundaries with your family so you can stay productive.  

Visit https://www.fastcompany.com/90494074/6-effective-ways-to-set-boundaries-with-your-family-when-working-from-home to view the full article online.

 
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CEIR Event: Insights on Where Events Are Going

SOURCE: CEIR Blog

Findings from a recent Center for Exhibition Industry Research study, sponsored by IAEE and TSNN, show that 2020 will not a complete loss for the industry if the COVID-19 pandemic is brought under control.

Visit https://ceirblog.wordpress.com/2020/05/03/ceir-insights-on-covid-19-impact-on-exhibitions-industry/ to view the full article online.