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IT Group Hosts Virtual Reality Events, Encourages Tech Careers

Associations Now

During its “Virtual Reality Experience Tour,” the foundation is hosting events in Washington, DC; Chicago; New York City; Boston; and at CES 2017 in Las Vegas to introduce kids, students, and parents to augmented-reality technology. If left unaddressed, the IT skills gap could adversely impact U.S

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Pop-Up Events: The Next Trend for Associations?

Associations Now

Some familiar brands have found they’re a great way to not only generate buzz and revenue (between $ 45 billion and $50 billion annually , according to a study conducted by Chicago-based marketing firm PopUp Republic) but also introduce and test new products. Our pop-up stores may be temporary, but they leave quite an impression.

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How to Hire The Ideal Freelancer

Association Success

It’s as simple as typing “DC Freelance” in the search box. It took me 5 seconds just now to perform that search, and I found results for freelance marketers and email copywriters right in my backyard. Note: If your office is in an expensive area like DC or New York City, it may be wise to look elsewhere for a freelancer.

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Smaller-Scale Locales Score Big on Top Destinations List

Associations Now

The real story is near the bottom, where smaller resort cities are showing their event prowess. New York City. According to Cvent, all three of these cities are pulling in significant event interest, each ranking on the event management platform company’s top-50 list of most popular meetings destinations.

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Hostels Are Gaining Ground With Business Travelers

Associations Now

We’re in negotiations in New York now, and we’re looking at Washington, DC, Miami, L.A., We’re in negotiations in New York now, and we’re looking at Washington, DC, Miami, L.A., We have great ambitions in the U.S. and Boston. Why the uptick? We have great ambitions in the U.S.,” and Boston.”.

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Coworking’s Sudden Growth Gives Traditional Offices Some Competition

Associations Now

Community-building events are key ways to attract new members. “This mission doubles as marketing for the center, since visitors who attend these events may become future members. The key to success generally is agreed to be the realization that ‘it’s all about the people,’” the study states.

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Synergy in the Boardroom: From Chaos to High Functioning

SCD Group

For example, a professional certification program was developed and launched without research to determine the demand; and no marketing support to effectively launch and drive program growth. Education programs were attracting limited participation, but viewed as successes by those spending personal time to execute them.