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Aerial view of the DeVos Place Convention Center and Performance Hall in Grand Rapids, MI

The Future of Meeting Planning: Virtual and Hybrid Experiences

by Experience Grand Rapids / photo by Experience GR

Published Jul. 29, 20244 Min Story

Hybrid events—live, in-person gatherings that are streamed out to virtual audiences in some way—have been part of the meetings and events industry for years with varying degrees of success and comfort levels. But since the masses have recently experienced the world of working remotely through…

Ten Tips for Using Social Media for Conferences

by Experience Grand Rapids

Published Jun. 17, 20136 Min Story

Social media is here to stay and, used effectively, it can be a tremendous tool for meeting and event planners. "One of the biggest benefits of using social media for a conference is that it gives you a direct connection with your attendees," says Andrea Robyns, Interactive Web and Design Manager…