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Thinking Beyond the Traditional Meeting Space

Associations Now

Several unique locations sit within the borders of Indy, including the following: Georgia Street , a three-block outdoor street and walkway that connects the Indiana Convention Center, Bankers Life Fieldhouse, Circle Centre and several restaurants and hotels. This is a very participatory, interactive conference.

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Association Brain Food: 3.17.23

Reid All About it

The main event was chicken (instead of veal) piccata with steamed asparagus (another menu deviation because, oh my, I knew asparagus in that sauce would be so good and it was) and bucatini amatriciana. . LMS Demo Day Watch presentations from a limited number of industry partners that offer learning management system (LMS) platforms.

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5 Tactics To Create An Experiential Event

Associations Now

How can you provide an experience that transforms the way they think and act in their industry? One of the ballrooms of the Indiana Convention Center will transform into a special exhibitor space highlighting innovation in agriculture technology to prepare students for jobs of the future. Exclusivity.

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As Tide Turns on Microbeads, Personal Care Products Council Adapts

Associations Now

With concerns on the rise about the environmental impacts of microbeads—tiny plastic specks commonly used as exfoliating tools in personal care products—the association that represents the industry is open to a federal ban on the materials, though it’s asking for changes to a new House bill.

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The 6 Forces Shaping the Future of Meetings

Associations Now

Some industries are more affected by the technology revolution than others, but no one is immune to these seismic changes. Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis’ natatorium achieved a 93 percent waste diversion rate when it hosted the 2016 U.S. Are the main attractions close to downtown hotels? Tech-expectations.

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Won’t You Be My Mentor?

Associations Now

One possible solution is to take the reins yourself, like Lauren Hefner , director of communications for the National Grocers Association, did when she was searching for a mentor in the association industry. female professionals found that one of the main reasons women had never served as a mentor was because no one had ever asked them.

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The Great Daylight Saving Time Debate

Associations Now

Organizations in several industries have a stake in the debate, which goes back decades. While the Energy Policy Act of 2005 [PDF] cited energy savings as a main reason for extending DST—the U.S. The debate extends beyond the exchange of personal opinions on the subject. More details: Energy.

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