2009 Conference & Tradeshow Review

Behind the Curtains at the 2009 Spotlight Awards

Published in May 2009
The décor defined the glow in “Glow and Plumes,” with Glo-Chairs from Lounge22, multimedia presentations and infinity tables. Arrangements of lounge furniture, rounds, highboys and innovative furnishings provided the guests a choice of seating. “It was like the Academy Awards — with more energy,” said one attendee. Find out why the '09 Spotlights were the most talked about awards reception of the year.

Fabulous Showcase: A Living Transformation

Published in May 2009
Arriving guests were greeted by “living columns” with changing patterns of light to enhance the mystique. Dessert as art drew the crowd to the interior of the club. The seamless integration of entertainment and architecture were on display at Event Solutions' signature event, which was truly a "Metamorphosis"

Welcome Bash Proves the Power of Live Events

Published in May 2009
Uptempo music set the pace and go-go dancers kept the rhythm as attendees dined, danced and networked in Red Rock’s casual-chic atmosphere. Cherry Nightclub pulled out all the stops to welcome event pros to Conference '09 — Vegas-style.

Award-Winning Tabletop Designs

Published in May 2009
Exclamations Catering of Greensboro, N.C. won first place and Most Creative for this unique tabletop design. Fresh tabletop ideas were on display at the 2009 Tabletop Competition. Here's what you can take back to your own events now.

Innovative Exhibitors Offer Ideas

Published in May 2009
Event pros find a place for relaxation and inspiration at the Lounge22 space on the show floor. The L.A.-based furniture provider, a 2009 sponsor, also hosted the attendee lounge for the second year. “There’s no substitute for the live experience,” said one trade show attendee. Here’s what 1,000 booths and 5,000 event pros added up to.

Career Tip for Today's Economy: Get Educated

Published in May 2009
Attendees photographed the spectacular tablescapes on display at the “7 Wonders of the Table” session, which brought together the collective design acumen of Youngsong Martin, Rrivre Davies and Andrew Gromek. Event pros flocked to conference education during the show. Why? It just may be the best thing you can do right now for your career.

General Session with Laura Schwartz

Published in May 2009
Attendees filled the Conrad room at the Las Vegas Hilton for a stunning laser show followed by motivational messages by Laura Schwartz and Phila Hach. When the former White House Director of Events took the stage, the result was nothing short of inspirational.

Leveraging Twitter: Real Life Examples

Published in May 2009
Twitter is a powerful tool for events, and what better way to explore that power than by integrating it into Conference ‘09? Here’s what we did — and what you can do too.

Behind the Scenes at the 2009 Conference & Tradeshow

Published in May 2009
Event pros kicked off a week of new conversations, new ideas and new connections at Opening NIght Las Vegas, a welcome event held at Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa. Conference '09 provided a space for discovering fresh styles, experimenting with social media — and a whole lot more.

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