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2010 Program Dates

• EMCVenues MEET USA - Midwest 2010- Chicago, IL Area - June 3 & 4 Click here to register
• EMCVenues MEET USA - Mid-Atlantic 2010- Washington, DC Area – July 8 and 9 Registration opens March 15, 2010
• EMCVenues MEET USA - East Coast 2010- New Jersey/New York Area - October 28 & 29. Registration opens March 15, 2010
• EMCVenues MEET USA - West Coast 2010- San Francisco, CA Area - December 2 & 3 Registration opens March 15, 2010

Program Highlights

Meeting management training sessions are for the beginner- to advanced-level meeting and event professionals.

Day 1 (2:00pm – 8:00pm)

Opening General Session - Social Media Tips and Trends Facing Meeting Planners

Educational Sessions

Prize Drawing and Supplier Showcase

Evening Reception, Interactive Mixer and Prize Drawings

Day 2 (7:00am – 3:00pm)

AM Early Bird Continental Connection Breakfast

12 Educational Sessions; AM and PM

Prize Drawing and Supplier Showcase

Interactive Mid-Morning Break

Networking Luncheon and Closing General Session

Who Should Attend: Qualifiers and Conditions

You will benefit from attending this event if you are a meeting or event planner, meeting management professional, or your key responsibilities relate to the meeting industry in some way, such as:

• Meeting Planning, Operations, Services, Coordination, Development, Management
• Procurement, Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing
• Event, Trade Show and Conference Management
• Executive Coordinator/Administration
• Travel Management
• Human Resources, Training
• Independent Meeting Planning Company

Top Ten Reasons Why You Should Attend

EMCVenues’ MEET USA 2010 promises to be an exceptional experience for you, featuring:

1. Timely General Session "Hot" Topics

2. Top-Notch Educational Sessions

3. Two Showcases with Prominent Meeting Suppliers

4. Quality Networking Opportunities

5. Fabulous Food and Beverage Functions

6. Special Entertainment

7. Prizes and Drawings

8. A Great Example of a "Green" and “Healthy” Meeting

9. Speed-Networking Mixer

10. EMCVenues MEET USA - The Premier Meeting and Education Conference in America

Experience this premier event for yourself.

Planner Event Registration: Package Overview and Fees

MEET USA 2010 is complimentary for all qualified meeting and event planners and their qualified guest(s)! Special thanks to Gilman Performance Group, Rick Bloom Audiovisual, Turning Technologies, On-Time Promotions and all of our meeting supplier exhibitors for their support.

• ONE or TWO DAY EMCVENUES MEET USA Package
  • Day 1 includes an optional hotel tour and lunch, opening general session, educational session, supplier showcase, speed networking mixer, ending with an exceptional networking reception and prize drawings.
  • Day 2 includes morning and afternoon educational sessions, networking luncheon and general session, supplier showcase, prize drawings and access to all presentation materials.

* Note: If your company requires you to pay due to occupational requirements, there are fee-based admission items.

Planner Testimonials

"What a fantastic event! I enjoy networking with fellow meeting planners and learning what's new in our business - from contracting to "hot" properties to driving attendees to the events. What an educational uplift!"
- Wells Fargo Home Mortgage

"Thank you for giving me an opportunity to meet other meeting planning professionals in a relaxed setting, where networking and interaction was encouraged. There was a positive creative energy to the group discussions."
- Speaker Resource Center

"MEET was one of the most well-rounded conferences I have ever attended. They provided the perfect balance of fun, education and networking opportunities. Definitely a conference to put on your ‘must attend’ list."
- American Express

"This is the perfect opportunity to personally meet and talk with the venues you are looking at. A face-to-face can bring new light to the web pages you were looking at. It is also a great time to learn about trends in the industry as well as discuss the same with vendors present."
- Cleinman Performance Partners

For assistance with your event-planning needs, click here to request meeting services or contact us.

EMCVenues MEET USA Exhibitor Information:

If you are a meeting supplier and interested in attending or exhibiting at EMCVenues MEET USA please click here to learn more about MEET USA Statistics, Fees, and Sponsorship Opportunities.