LEEDing the Way: Sustainable Success at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center
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Discover how the Walter E. Washington Convention Center achieved the prestigious LEED Platinum certification in this eye-opening discussion with Hootan Kaboli, Senior VP of Operations at Events DC. Hootan reveals how sustainability evolved from a mere "wishlist item" to an essential, data-driven venue offering that meeting planners now demand. From innovative high-speed doors conserving energy to exciting future projects like on-site honeybee farms, learn about the practical strategies that benefit both the environment and everyone using the space. This episode delivers valuable insights on...
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IEEE GRSS Technology, Industry, and Education (TIE) Forum
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The TIE Forum, which stands for "Technology, Industry, and Education Forum," is a part of the IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society (GRSS) conference portfolio, where professionals from various sectors gather to discuss and explore the latest advancements in geospatial technology. Sidharth Misra and Omkar Pradhan from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory discuss their journeys and involvement with IEEE and GRSS. The TIE Forum was once a catch-all type of programming at IGARSS, with topics ranging from women in engineering, young professionals, industry-related talks, and soft skills. But...
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From Telegraph to Zoom: The Engineering Visionaries Who Brought Us the First Ever Virtual Meeting
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Allison Marsh, an associate professor at the University of South Carolina and a historian of technology, authored an insightful article in IEEE Spectrum about the first-ever virtual meeting held in 1916 by IEEE's predecessor, AIEE. This pioneering event connected 5,100 engineers across multiple cities telephonically. In a discussion with David, together they explore the highlights of this groundbreaking transcontinental gathering. The historical significance of this event and its striking parallels to modern virtual meetings remain relevant today. In 2024, IEEE celebrated its 140th...
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Event Design
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Discover the transformative power of Event Design and how it can elevate your conference to new heights! In this episode, Ruud Janssen from the Event Design Collective delves into the innovative world of event design, uncovering its ability to shape attendee behavior and inspire lasting, positive psychological shifts. Together with David, they explore how these strategies can help organizations like IEEE attract fresh audiences and drive meaningful engagement. Learn how to overcome resistance from key stakeholders by identifying the root causes of event failure and unlocking the secrets to...
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IEEE Computer Society • An Inside Scoop
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Missy Russell, Executive Director at the IEEE Computer Society, and David delve into the strategy shaping the future of technology and the events industry. Missy shares key initiatives her group is focusing on and how their events support these objectives. Discover how they align their strategy with the evolving needs of their technical communities and “conference groupings.” David also explores the challenges and opportunities of Open Access for conferences with Missy, and how the Computer Society is addressing them. Missy discusses activating social good through conferences, including...
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IEEE Events Down Under: Spotlight on Melbourne
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In this episode, we’ll explore Melbourne, Australia’s standing as a global destination for business events. The city is undeniably Australia’s events capital and has earned the esteemed title of ‘Oceania's Leading Meetings and Conference Destination’ an impressive nine times. The honor underscores Melbourne’s unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation in hosting world-class business events. The Melbourne Convention Bureau (MCB) has played a pivotal role in driving the city's international recognition, consistently showcasing Melbourne's capacity to cater to leading...
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Sustainability (Part 2)
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In this latest installment of “Forums of the Future,” David interviews Alex Alles, Executive Director of the Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC). Learn about the organization's mission and the pivotal role it plays in shaping a sustainable future for the events industry. Alex delves into the pressing urgency of sustainability and climate change within the event sector, highlighting the significant impact of new regulatory measures such as France’s short-haul flight ban. The conversation also covers JMIC's Net Zero Carbon Events initiative and the importance of measurement and...
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IEEE USA's MOVE Community Outreach
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In this episode, David sits down with Mary Ellen Randall to delve into the MOVE Community Outreach program, an important initiative within IEEE. As a 501(c)(3) public charity, IEEE's commitment to charitable programs like MOVE is a cornerstone of its mission. Mary Ellen discusses the program's origin, purpose, and how easy and fun it can be to integrate philanthropy into a conference’s program – listeners will walk away with an understanding of how this can have a big impact on mobilizing organizers and attendees for a greater cause. They also discuss the future of the MOVE Truck program,...
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The Future Is Now: Holographic Technology
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We're exploring the cutting-edge realm of holographic technology with our special guest Terry Davis, SVP at ARHT Media. As David delves into the fascinating world of holograms and their application in modern conferences and events, Terry gives us an insider's view of ARHT Media, a Toronto-based company at the forefront of this innovative field. Terry shares his journey and the mission of the company, and how this technology is revolutionizing how we interact with digital content by bringing lifelike holographic experiences to audiences worldwide. Watch the hologram in action at this .
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Frontiers in Research: AI & Open Access Revolutionizing Publications
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Join David as he dives into the transformative impact of AI on research paper publication with Laura Harvey, Chief Customer Officer, Ex Ordo – exploring how AI reshapes authorship, enhances peer review, and makes research more accessible. They discuss ChatGPT's influence on writing, the shift towards Open Access, and Ex Ordo's innovative solutions to support IEEE conference organizers. From leveraging AI for integrity to navigating Open Access's economic models, they cover the future of research publishing amidst industry disruptions and emerging technology.
info_outlineThe IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA) 2023 was held in London, UK from 29 May – 2 June. General Chair, Professor Kaspar Althoefer - a systems engineer on robotics at Queen Mary University of London - sat down with MCE’s very own David Stankiewicz to discuss the conference's highlights of the day sessions, publicity and news coverage, sustainability, satellite conference centers, AI’s impact on the events industry, and of course…robots!