Articles tagged “AV”

As strategic meetings management expands beyond hotel and air spend to take on things like AV and event production, there’s growing potential for increased savings.

Encore is using its new line of credit to expand internationally. With the acquisition of production company Eclipse, it expands its London footprint and gains a home advantage at some of the city’s top venues.

3D projection mapping is a powerful tool to captivate audiences and maximize event ROI. And the best part, it might be more affordable than you think.

Concerns linger about destination safety, rising costs, audiovisual/tech expenses, and hotel contract inflexibility, according to Future Partners State of the Meetings & Convention Industry research.

Event planners want better pricing, and service gaps are a challenge. Encore CEO Ben Erwin talked candidly at the Skift Meetings Forum about how the AV giant is addressing these issues.

Destination charges. Administrative fees. Water excise taxes. Hotel fees can add 30 to 40% to a meeting budget.

Tapping into the power of emotion helps inspire and motivate. It also fosters a deeper connection between attendees and the event itself, creating an experience that resonates.

While most U.S. venues have floor plans available online, new UK legislation will limit access to venue floor plans to thwart potential terrorist attacks.

Encore showcased how intentional event design and high-level production can create inclusive experiences that help give attendees a sense of belonging.

Simon Thewlis, managing director of Event Pty, discusses the challenges faced by the events sector despite its contributions to society and the economy.