for 2012, which it says includes these benefits:
—Valuable educational experiences through HSMAI's MEET University, an updated, interactive educational program led by top industry experts.
—“A new way to meet with HSMAI's TEEM Up, HSMAI's reverse tradeshow buyer appointment expo which adds to the opportunities to learn about new meeting facilities and suppliers during the traditional HSMAI's MEET expo,” the group says.
—The opportunity to maximize time through HSMAI's MEET Attendee Concierge, who will pre-schedule one-to-one appointments for the planning professional with supplier partners during the traditional trade show hours
—Year-long access to HSMAI's MEET On, a virtual extension of the two-day conference with networking and regularly updated educational content
“HSMAI’s MEET is a valuable resource for meeting planners. I highly recommend planners incorporate it into their busy schedules,” said Rebecca Murphy, Meeting Coordinator, NACUBO.
The 2012 HSMAI’s MEET events will showcase the new features that debuted at the National event in Washington.
"The National event gave me valuable meetings with individuals with a specific interest in bringing events to the Broadmoor,” said exhibitor Laurie Meachem, Director of National Sales, The Broadmoor.
The 2012 HSMAI’s MEET event dates are as follows:
—HSMAI’s MEET Mid-America
April 3-4, 2012
Navy Pier
Chicago, Ill.
—HSMAI’s MEET West
May 30-31, 2012
Anaheim Marriott
Anaheim, Calif.
—HSMAI’s MEET National
September 5-6, 2012
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Washington, D.C.
“The strategic locations of all three 2012 HSMAI’s MEET events make it possible for meeting planners and vendors from across the country to attend and build strong business relationships,” said Fran Brasseux, executive VP.
By David Wilkening
