Archive for April, 2009

Justifying Going to a Conference

Published by Christopher Uschan

You know attendees love your events – just look back at the comments! But this year more than ever before, you’re unsure that they’ll be able to convince their employers

In a Tough Economy, Attendance Drops Even at Free Events!

Published by Christopher Uschan

Recently, I attended the Affordable Meetings Mid-America event in Chicago. As you may know, this is a free event to meeting planners and one we have been exhibiting at and

How ASAE is Using Twitter

Published by Christopher Uschan

Earlier today, I “tweeted” about 6 Ways To Utilize Twitter At Your Next Conference then I received this tweet from ASAE on how they will be using Twitter at the

Getting Better in Tough Times

Published by Christopher Uschan

I always believe that bad times are the perfect times to make positive changes.

In the early 2000′s the dot-com bust and 9/11 seriously affected the meetings industry, travel and