Top Technology Trends (and how to actually USE them!)

With the current demand for technology, there are countless lists, blogs and magazine articles on technologies available for your association meetings and events. You've probably read about, and find interest in, RFID, QR Codes, mobile applications, etc....but have you been able to see where and how these technologies fit into a meetings program? Furthermore, can you identify those features that are most vital to enhancing your programs? And how can you justify their cost? This session will give you fun hands-on time with some of the most popular technologies available and then investigate practical applications of those technologies. No longer will you leave a technology session feeling wowed with technological information but no practical application.

Learner Outcomes

• Use an evaluation system to objectively decide which technology is best for your meetings.
• Explore the future trends of event technology and interpret how they matter to you.
• Feel confident and capable instead of intimidated when discussing technologies.