Exhibitors and Hosted Buyers satisfied with real business leads Following on from AIBTM, feedback has confirmed that the first ‘Market Focus SPOTLIGHT on Europe’ session, which took place during the show delivered on its business objectives for the participants. The one-hour session was organised as a direct response to the AIBTM 2011 post-show research, which [...]
Reed Travel Exhibitions (RTE) IBTM global event portfolio announced today, during AIBTM 2012, a joint partnership with Lithium Logistics Group to launch the Global Emerging Leaders Community. Through this partnership, the Global Emerging Leaders Community will provide leadership development and education opportunities for up-and-coming professionals in the meetings, incentives, conference and exhibitions industry. The programme will match [...]
Sponsored by QuickMobile, AIBTM Presents New Future Event Experience to Highlight Ground-Breaking Technology Products & Services The Americas Meetings & Events Exhibition (www.aibtm.com) previously announced that a new specialty area called Future Events Experience sponsored by QuickMobile, will launch at AIBTM 2012. After its successful launch last year at The Global Meetings & Events Exhibition (EIBTM) in Barcelona in [...]
The first 20 visitors to Kyoto Convention Bureau’s stand at AIBTM (Baltimore, USA) next week will be presented with an amulet from Kurumazaki shrine to help them be more successful in their business. One experience that defines meeting events in Kyoto is the complete immersion in Japanese heritage. There are nearly 2,000 Shinto shrines in [...]
AIBTM (www.aibtm.com) has doubled the number of sessions that will be delivered to the meetings industry in conjunction with leading associations, as part of AIBTM’s Americas Meetings Week. Some 30 concurrent sessions over the course of the event will deliver ground breaking industry topics, updates on global economic challenges, inspire through personal motivational anecdotes, discussions on [...]
- 54 New Exhibitors Will Showcase for 2012 - The Americas Meetings & Events Exhibition (www.aibtm.com) has confirmed that there are 54 new exhibitors presenting at AIBTM 2012, Reed Travel Exhibitions’ premier provider for the U.S. meetings and events industry. The three-day networking event, held from 19th - 21st June in Baltimore will feature a full day of [...]
Key Government and Industry Leaders Discuss the Positive Impact of Meetings at the ‘Meetings Significance Forum’ Recent headlines shouted “AIG Effect”, “Don’t go to Las Vegas!” and “Lavish GSA Conference” yet face-to-face meetings have a significant impact on the economy, business, science, technology, diplomacy and all forms of socio-economic relationships at the local, national, or international [...]
Hear from the experts on new tactics for measuring and communicating the value of meetings Six more strategic and thought provoking education sessions delivered by supporting associations have been announced as part of Americas Meetings Week at AIBTM, the award winning Meetings and Events Exhibition for the US (www.aibtm.com). Meetings Professionals International (MPI) and the Association [...]
AIBTM Follows Dozens of International Ships Anchoring Where “The Star-Spangled Banner” Was Penned, Launching the National Bicentennial of The War Of 1812 The Americas Meetings & Events Exhibition (www.aibtm.com), Reed Travel Exhibitions’ premier provider for the U.S. meetings, incentive, business travel and events industry, will begin at the conclusion of the Star-Spangled Sailabration in Baltimore. The [...]
AIBTM Presents VEI Educational Sessions to Provide Digital Event Strategies The Americas Meetings & Events Exhibition (www.aibtm.com) announced today that the Virtual Edge Institute (VEI) will present educational sessions at AIBTM 2012, Reed Travel Exhibitions’ premier provider for the U.S. meetings and events industry. The three-day networking event, held June 19 – 21 in Baltimore will [...]
Keynote speaker Alfredo Quinones-Hinojosa at AIBTM 2012. The life of Alfredo Quinones-Hinojosa, a former illegal immigrant who jumped the border fence from Mexico into the US 20 years ago, may sound like a movie script but its not fiction. Known today as Dr Q, his remarkable journey from that border to Director of the Brain [...]
Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA), has outlined the content for its education programme at this year’s AIBTM, the Americas Meetings and Events Exhibitions (www.aibtm.com) – a compelling line up of speakers will deliver education “Powered by PCMA” sessions. Deborah Sexton, President & CEO of PCMA stated: “By partnering with PCMA, AIBTM ensures attendees will get the best of [...]
The Americas Meetings & Events Exhibition (www.aibtm.com) announced today that Hosted Buyer application submissions for the 2012 exhibition are soaring – up 36% from 2011, with 12 weeks of open enrollment still to go. The Hosted Buyer programme is a highlight of AIBTM 2012, which takes place June 19th-21st 2012 at the Baltimore Convention Centre. [...]
- Education Tracks and Alliances Announced for June Event – AIBTM (www.aibtm.com) is partnering with four of the industrys top associations to provide almost double the amount of educational sessions for the 2012 event. AIBTM takes place June 19-21, 2012 in Baltimore Convention Centre, Baltimore. The three-day business-networking event launches with AIBTM Education Day, followed [...]
WITH SPECIAL SPOTLIGHT SESSIONS FOR EXHIBITOR AND BUYER APPOINTMENTS $44.7m business delivered at AIBTM 2011 The Americas Meetings & Events Exhibition (www.aibtm.com), the first major international meetings industry event this year for the US, will feature a new European Pavilion following demand from exhibitors who want a clear focus to expand their business reach into the US [...]
Alliances, Exhibitors and Hosted Buyer Attendance on the Rise Collaboration for AIBTM 2012 (www.aibtm.com) continues to climb, as the show exceeds its partnership expectations with overwhelming support from industry leaders. AIBTM announced today a 48% increase in industry partnerships in 2012, along with four new strategic alliances, building momentum and buyer attendance for [...]
The Americas Meetings & Events Exhibition Coming June 19-21 The Americas Meetings & Events Exhibitions (www.aibtm.com) announced that Hosted Buyer applications are now being accepted. The Hosted Buyer programme is a highlight of AIBTM 2012, which takes place June 19-21, 2012 at the Baltimore Convention Centre. Bringing together the world’s leading buyers and sellers in the business, AIBTM 2012’s three-day [...]
AIBTM Presents “ICCA Global Meetings” Track with Two 90-Minute Roundtable Sessions The Americas Meetings & Events Exhibition (AIBTM) announced today that the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) will present an educational track at AIBTM 2012, Reed Travel Exhibitions’ premiere provider for the U.S. meetings and events industry. The three-day networking event, held June 19 [...]
80% of Booked Exhibitors are Returning from 2011 AIBTM, The Americas Meetings & Events Exhibition (www.aibtm.com) is four months away, and already the Event is increasing its exhibition space to accommodate supplier demand. Reed Travel Exhibitions’ premiere provider for the U.S. meetings and events industry, AIBTM 2012 is a three-day interactive networking event, held [...]
Speaker Applications for June 2012 Conference The Americas Meetings & Events Exhibition (www.aibtm.com) is now inviting industry experts to apply for the opportunity to speak at their annual trade show, taking place June 19 – 21, 2012 in Baltimore, MD.
January 19, 2012 – January 22, 2012 Venue: The Baltimore Convention Center Find the boat of your dreams and eveything to go with it at
January 20-29, 2012 The most delicious week of winter returns, January 20-29, 2012! Enjoy special three-course prix-fixe dinner for either $20.12 or $30.12 and two-course lunch menus for just $15.12. Visit baltimorerestaurantweek.com soon for a full list of participating restaurants.
November 25-27, 2011 Baltimore Convention Center One West Pratt Street Baltimore , MD 21202 The largest table tennis tournament in the world will be held in Baltimore this November! The most-loved and attended event in the sport of table tennis is the North American Teams Championships, held annually at the Baltimore Convention Center(BCC) in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. The [...]
November 17 – December 31, 2011 The most wonderful time of the year is back in Baltimore this holiday season. It’s a Waterfront Life features festive events around the Inner Harbor and Harbor East such as the Santa’s Arrival, the Holiday Lantern Parade, and the unveiling of the Power Plant Holiday Light Show. In addition [...]
Success Of 2011 Drives Larger Booths Association and Corporate Program added to Education Sessions Hosted Buyers given increased room night options Post Event Tours With just three months since the inaugural AIBTM, 22 exhibitors have re-signed with greater booth sizes amounting to an additional 4300 sq ft of show floor for next year’s event. Currently [...]
Free Fall Baltimore celebrates its sixth year by bringing wonderful free cultural activities to your doorstep. With more than 300 unique events scheduled, you’ll be able to find an art activity on almost every day of October. We’d like to thank our participating organizations that are hosting these terrific offerings and special thanks to our [...]
A mix of international and U.S. exhibitors have re-booked their participation for AIBTM 2012 following this year’s inaugural event, and others new to the exhibition are following suit. Based on the business done at AIBTM 2011, Mark Theis of Starwood Hotels & Resorts was one of the first to re-sign. “This first U.S. event was [...]
SUCCESS MEANS 2012 BALTIMORE EVENT IS FILLING UP FAST A mix of international and US regional exhibitors have re-booked their participation in the next AIBTM following this year¹s inaugural event, andothers new to the exposition are following suit. On the back of business done at the show, Mark Theis of Starwood Hotels &Resorts was one of [...]
. Over 2,000 US and international hosted buyers expected . 1,500 exhibitors to exhibit at debut show . 14 co-located events now confirmed . MPI’s strategic partnership takes shape . Ray Bloom speaks on the strong interest in US market & Vegas . ‘Exceptional’ Venetian/Palazzo room rates demonstrate show’s strategic importance and bring savings to [...]
“This is the biggest US show I have seen” OVERWHELMING PRAISE CONFIRMS THE US SUPPORTS AIBTM BUSINESS, EDUCATION AND ROCK AND ROLL From Boston to Dallas, Las Vegas to New York, Texas to Washington, those representing the US that took part in the first ever AIBTM and America Meetings Week, have voted it an overwhelming [...]
789 EXHIBITING COMPANIES AT FIRST AIBTM OVER 11,000 PRE-SCHEDULED APPOINTMENTS 60 INTERNATIONAL & US CEO’S JOIN FIRST SUMMIT The first AIBTM was opened officially today by the Mayor of Baltimore, Stephanie Rawlings-Blake who toured the show meeting Ambassadors from several countries, and speaking about the positive economic impact of AIBTM on the city. Following on [...]
PCMA co-located conference also welcomes more than 600 registrants With over 1,500 buyers pre-registered for day one of the first AIBTM which opened yesterday in Baltimore, it was standing room only at many of the 12 Education Day Sessions. At the same time PCMA announced that their annual Education Conference co-located with AIBTM attracted more [...]
MORE THAN 60 INTERNATIONAL INDUSTRY CEO’S MEET AT AIBTM FOR FIRST US SUMMIT The first CEO Summit for the US international meetings industry will take place at AIBTM in Baltimore during the exhibition later this month. With more than 60 industry heads from Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Finland, India, Ireland, South Africa, Switzerland, US and [...]
Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn Skills Sessions on Show Floor. Facebook for Smarties, Taking LinkedIn up a Notch and Twitter in 20 are just some of thelive education sessions taking place on the show floor as part of a SocialTech Clinic at AIBTM (www.aibtm.com) later this month. Created as a platform for trade and Hosted Buyers to [...]
The U.S. Travel Association is to present an update on its next steps for the Corporation for Travel Promotion at the inaugural AIBTM Education Day taking place on June 21st. Part of the Americas Meetings and Events Exhibition that runs through to June 23rd in Baltimore, Castleman will also speak on the efforts of the [...]
Showcase of Nations 2011 Various Locations, June 9 – October 16 Full Listing of Events Everyone is invited to explore the beautiful beaches of Jamaica, islands of Greece, mountains of Mexico and rivers of Poland without the travel expenses! The 2011 Showcase of Nations brings together the charm and diversity of Baltimore City’s communities for [...]
With a few weeks until the opening of AIBTM, ( 21 – 23 June) the first event of its kind in the US (Baltimore) and part of Americas Meetings Week, both buyers and suppliers have been discussing their agendas, thoughts and what they are looking forward to. With over 700 exhibiting companies and a buying [...]
THREE WEEKS TO GO BEFORE THE FIRST AMERICAS MEETINGS WEEK With a few weeks until the opening of AIBTM, ( 21 23 June) the first event of its kind in the US (Baltimore) and part of Americas Meetings Week, both buyers and suppliers have been discussing their agendas, thoughts and what they are looking forward to. [...]
AIBTM 2011 – STILL TIME TO REGISTER ATTENDANCE With just over a month to go until the opening of AIBTM, (www.aibtm.com) 21-23 June, bringing together the US and international meetings industry to participate in the first ever Americas Meetings Week, there is still time to apply for Hosted Buyer status – a business opportunity for [...]
INTERNATIONAL AND US INDUSTRY FIGUREHEADS TO ATTEND FIRST EVENT The first inaugural year in North America for the CEO Summit at AIBTM in Baltimore will see a select group of CEO’s and Executive Vice Presidents representing all sectors of the meetings and events industry come together to bring incisive and appropriate insights to a global [...]
Smartphone and Tablets Prompt Mobile Rethink, WTM Round Table Concludes
The move away from desktops towards smartphones and tablets is changing how the travel industry uses technology to connect with today’s multi-device consumer, concluded board-level travel industry participants at the recent World Travel Market Round Table into the Future of Mobile.
ICCA 2012 statistics: international association sector shows significant growth
With the release of the 2012 Top 20 Rankings for cities and countries, ICCA is reporting another year of continued strength in the international association meetings market.
Record £5.3b spent by APMEA countries in 2012 representing 28% of UK’s inbound tourism revenue
VisitBritain kicked-off its flagship international travel trade event, Destination Britain 2013, in Bangkok. Celebrating its 10th year, the tourism gathering will open with a record 35% of new suppliers, showcasing their strongest UK travel and tourism offerings.
World Travel Awards winners triumph in the Maldives
Hilton Hotels, Air Mauritius, Sun Island Resort & Spa, Seychelles and Lux Resorts were among the big names to emerge victorious at World Travel Awards 2013 Indian Ocean ceremony, held at the Paradise Island Resort & Spa, Maldives on 12th May 2013.
World’s Second Largest LGBT Tourism Market Comes Out at WTM Latin America
Brazil’s USD$23 Billion Gay Travel Market – World’s Second Largest LGBT Tourism Market Comes Out at WTM Latin America
Bosch TownHall Meeting 2013 with VOK DAMS China
The experts for events and live marketing from VOK DAMS China have realized the TownHall Meeting 2013 for their client Bosch in Wuxi.
Seth Mattison to keynote on day two of AIBTM 2013 in Chicago
Educating Attendees on How to “Rock the Workplace”
Keynote Speakers Deliver Context for AIPC 2013 in Cape Town
The lineup of exemplary speakers on hand for the 2013 AIPC Annual Conference in Cape Town, South Africa this coming July 1-3 will provide delegates with a comprehensive insight into how the country is emerging as a major factor in both the global economy and the meetings industry.
