What’s On at IMEX 2024: Make the Most of Your IMEXperience
At 360 Destination Group, we like to think of IMEX America as our industry’s ultimate playground, and this year promises to be no exception. From networking events and a cutting-edge educational program to interactive wellness spaces, IMEX 2024 is shaping up to be an epic few days in Las Vegas. And since we’ve already shared a few ways to make the most out of your IMEXperience—like how to network like a pro or build your personal brand on the show floor—consider this your final checklist to make the most of what’s happening this year!
EDU Just for YOU
Let’s start with the brain food! IMEX America 2024 has a killer lineup of educational sessions, and we’ve rounded up a few must-attends. With tracks on Well-being to Technology and Innovation, there’s something for every kind of event pro.
Start Smart: Must-Attend Sessions on Smart Monday
Before the exhibit hall even opens, Smart Monday is serving up a buffet of knowledge that will leave your brain buzzing (in the best way possible). Here’s what to look out for on October 7th:
- Spark Workshop: Unlock the potential of the first generative AI tool designed specifically for the meetings industry.
- Approaching Meetings from a Non-Binary Perspective: Learn how to design meetings for everybody.
- Embracing Neurodiversity: We’re passionate about creating spaces where all brains thrive. Want more on this topic? Check out our recent article here!
- Designing for Maximum Attendee Impact: Fresh ideas, tips, and slick tricks to stay ahead of the design curve.
- New Foods You’ll See on Tomorrow’s Menus: If you don’t know your chia seed from your adzuki bean, this is for you.
- Keynote: From Prison to Harvard: Andre went from gang leader to Harvard grad—hear his incredible story of resilience, redemption, and reaching for the impossible.
- Bourbon Breakout: Exactly like it sounds. Cocktail trends and event mixology to highlight your event’s destination and make it a toast-worthy hit.
Dive Deeper on Day Two: Must-Catch Sessions on October 8th
Once you’ve settled in, it’s time to dive deeper. Whether you’re a first-timer or a veteran, Tuesday’s sessions have something for everyone:
- First Time to IMEX America? This welcome session is your golden ticket to making the most of the conference.
- Harness the Positive Aspects of Stress: Learn to transform stress into a superpower.
- Empowering Event Decisions with AI and Data: Tired of playing guessing games? Let AI serve up smart insights to help you make data-driven decisions and create hyper-personalized event experiences!
- Four Empowerment Steps for Inclusive Meetings: Elevate your events from ordinary to extraordinary by using these four steps to empower everyone at the table and build truly inclusive experiences.
- Is Your Incentive Program Living Up to Its Potential?: This session will help you squeeze every bit of value out of your incentive programs.
Don’t Miss the Midweek Magic: October 9th Sessions
Midweek doesn’t mean mid-energy at IMEX. Wednesday brings a mix of tech, stories, and surprises to keep you on your toes:
- IMEXrun: Rise and shine, early birds–lace up those sneakers for an energizing start to your day!
- Keynote: Making AI Ethical and Accurate: AI isn’t perfect, but it’s here to stay. Join this session to learn smart ways to stay on the right side of AI!
- Understanding the Impact of Emerging Legislation on Event Businesses: Stay ahead of the curve and future-proof your event strategy as new environmental regulations reshape the game.
- Meetings with Meaning: Create events that have a lasting impact, drive measurable change, and leave a legacy far beyond the closing remarks.
- Whoops! Stories from the Front Lines: Event planning mishaps you won’t believe—except they really happened. Laugh, learn, and avoid making the same mistakes!
- MPI Foundation Rendezvous: We’ll see you on the dancefloor!
Wrapping it Up on October 10th
Thursday might be the final day, but it’s packed with powerful sessions to help you cross the finish line in style:
- Help Your Stakeholders Understand the Real Value of Events: Show them why events matter. Hint: it’s not because of the open bar!
- Achieving Hospitality Impact: Learn principles for radical hospitality? Develop a hospitality manifesto for the industry? Sign us up!
- The Power of Responsible Travel: Because sustainability isn’t optional anymore.
- Closing Ritual: Wind down IMEX with a collective moment of reflection.
Find Your Zen Between Sessions
Whether you’re running from session to session or sealing deals on the show floor, it’s essential to take a breather and recharge. IMEX 2024 offers several dedicated spaces to balance the hustle with well-being:
- Resilience Room: A sanctuary for physical, emotional, and mental well-being, located near the Bayside E/F entrance.
- Quiet Space Lounge: Sometimes, silence is golden. Take a moment to yourself here.
- Nook Pods: These show-floor oases offer mini retreats when you need to regroup without leaving the action.
App-solutely Everything You Need at IMEX
IMEX can be a whirlwind of meetings, sessions, and socializing. How do you stay on top of it all? Enter the IMEX app—a planner for the planner. Customize your schedule and make sure you’re attending the sessions that matter most (plus an interactive floorplan, exhibitor directory, education program, and more).
IMEX America may be a non-stop marathon of meetings (psst… don’t forget to lock in your meeting with us here or visit us at Booth #F635), but carving out time for learning and growth is key. We get it—schedules fill up fast, but the knowledge you can gain from these sessions is worth the squeeze. We’ll see you in Vegas, baby!
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