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October 2011
Cover Story
Outlook 2012:
Is the Glass Half Full
Or Half Empty?
After a strong first quarter 2011 for the exhibition industry, preliminary estimates for the second quarter CEIR Index reveal a considerable softening, reflecting a sputtering economy. Just what does that bode for 2012 performance? MORE
Positive Projections
Optimism Leads, as Some Association Meetings
Ride an Upswing
Countering the economic uncertainty all around them, three associations project their meetings business will continue to grow for a host of reasons, including the value of professional societies to help membership weather the bad times. MORE
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Tracking the Numbers
Everything’s ‘Up’ for Location-based Services, Tablets…and Travel Fees
The numbers of people using location-based services and media tablets continue to rise quickly and exponentially. Unfortunately, so are air and hotel fees, to the dismay of business travelers and meeting attendees. MORE
Meetings Technology
12+ Trends to Watch for in 2012
“Mobile” figures in the top four of the baker’s dozen trends for 2012 from Corbin Ball: More free or low-cost apps; significant adoption of mobile technology by meeting planners; more do-it-yourself mobile event apps; and a new HTML5 standard for mobile apps. Find the complete article at www.corbinball.com.

Who’s New at ConferenceDirect
Meet the new associates who have joined ConferenceDirect. MORE

Where You Can Meet with ConferenceDirect
Plan your 2011 travels so that you can visit with ConferenceDirect at these upcoming events. MORE

About ConferenceDirect
ConferenceDirect is a full-service meeting solutions company specializing in site selection/contract negotiation, conference management, housing and registration. It provides expertise to 1,100 corporations and associations worldwide through 350 Associates and regional offices.

www.conferencedirect.com

About Meeting Mentor
Meeting Mentor, the leading publication for senior meeting planners, is circulated to the clients, prospects and sales associates of ConferenceDirect, which booked more than 2.5 million room nights last year.

www.meetingmentormag.com

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