December 2007  Issue 1.8

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Feature Article

grabbag.gifTossing out the "Grab Bag" Approach to Exhibiting

How metrics can help you -- and your company -- succeed

A conversation with Ed Jones, president of Constellation Communication Corp.

When you were a kid, chances are you attended at least one school fair or other event where you could buy a grab bag. Each bag cost the same amount, but what was inside was a secret.

Editorial Corner

Measuring ROI ... "Breaking up" with a vendor ... Putting on a really big show

Hello. I'm Caroline Meyers, director of corporate communications for MC² and this month's editor of eConnections.

Do you know how to measure your success at a tradeshow or event and how to present this data to your boss? If not, check out this month's feature article and get the answers to these questions and more from Ed Jones, president of Constellation Communication Corp.

Last month, a corporate events manager asked how and when to say good-bye to a vendor. See what our readers think. This month, an event manager wants to know how to save money while developing a large conference. Please send in any pointers you have.

This is the gift-giving season, and we're happy to announce that Terrie Holahan of AtriCure, Inc. is this quarter's winner of a video iPod®.

And in keeping with the season, all of us at eConnections would like to say "Happy Holidays!" Whether you're staying home or making the trek "over the river and through the woods," we hope your holidays are full of good food and good fun.

Please let us know what you'd like to see in our newsletter that's relevant to your professional life, or take our one-minute survey. Any comments you send in will enter you in a drawing for a video iPod®.

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2007 International CES

Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas Hilton, Sands Expo & Convention Center/The Venetian

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January 7-10, 2007

The 2007 International CES will feature the hottest product debuts from 2,700 exhibitors covering more than 30 product areas, including the latest in content, wireless, digital imaging, mobile electronics, home theater and audio.

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Publications

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Associations

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International Special Events Society (ISES)

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Challenges ... Solutions

decctapic.gifThe Challenge: GE Healthcare needed to create a technologically advanced forum for GE executives around the world for strategic analysis and planning meetings, along with collaborative technology to manage constantly evolving materials.

The Solution: An easy-to-use EventNet Internet portal.

See how GE Healthcare stayed well.

What’s Your Best Advice?

burnlid.gifLast Issue's Dilemma:

How can I change exhibit vendors without getting "burned"?

We've started a search for a new exhibit house, and I really need the switch from our existing supplier to be seamless. What can I anticipate? Is there a "right" time to switch? Any issues I should be aware of?

-- Rick, Corporate Events Manager

See what readers had to say.


thinking.gifThis Issue's Dilemma:

What's the number one thing I can do to keep "big production" costs down?

I've been asked to develop and deliver a major conference -- major meaning one with more than 500 attendees. I know this type of project is a very different animal from the internal sales meetings and special events I've handled before, so I'm looking at outside help and reading all the magazines I can find on the topic. But I'd love to get an insider's point of view on the one thing I can do to keep costs down. Anybody out there willing to share? I'd really appreciate your help!

-- Melinda, Events Manager

Share your experience. You could win a video iPod®.

Congratulations to Terrie Holahan of AtriCure, Inc., for being this quarter's winner.

On the Show Floor

ROIs?

What about KPIs?

by Rachel Gecker - MeetingsNet

Psst, Have I Got a Tip for You

Inexpensive ways to help you get noticed 

by Dick Wheeler - EXHIBITOR

Your Career

How to Have a Business Conversation

And not ruin your life

by Ben Stein - yahoo.com

Better Business Relationships

Top three tips

by Louise Abbott - ezine @rticle

Get More Done

A New Twist on Managing Holiday Stress

Who will you be this holiday season?

by Sabrina Schleicher, PhD - Ezine @rticles

Dos and Don'ts at Holiday Parties

Office holiday party etiquette

by Susan Bryant - monster.com

Archives
November 2007
Issue 1.7
October 2007
Issue 1.6
September 2007
Issue 1.5
August 2007
Issue 1.4
July 2007
Issue 1.3
June 2007
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