Hannah takes on IMEX Las Vegas 2024

The award winning show brings the meetings industry together to do a year’s worth of business under one roof. Suppliers and buyers from every sector of the meetings industry come together at IMEX, held at Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas.

IMEX had everything! From forums, keynote speakers and awards, to exhibitions, wellbeing challenges and and IMEX 5km run.

Hannah Stones, attended from Brighter said it was a brilliant trade show:

What a show! Walking around the floor and seeing what all the suppliers can do was amazing. I got to speak to a lot of event professionals, as well as multiple meetings with DMCs from around the world

The amount of inspiration that we get from shows like this is amazing, speaking to event buyers and other attendees can answer questions that we hadn't even thought of yet. The more we learn, the more you can produce for our clients!

In amongst the wonders of the show, Hannah managed to meet with 22 Destination Management Companies from across the globe to discuss opportunities on how Brighter can use their services for our client events.

After four busy days in Las Vegas, Hannah then made her way to Washington DC for the "Wind-down in Washington" IMEX America Business Development trip. This was a great opportunity to experience what Washington has to offer, while networking with other industry professionals. They definitely weren't stuck for activities while on the trip...

• A 7-course, wine-paired, vegan-tasting menu at Elizabeth’s
• A trek through ‘Rock Creek’
• An unforgettable 5-star picnic at Haines Point
• Visit to the Sky Museum
• The Wharf
• Georgetown
• The Portrait Gallery
• “People House” exhibit on the White House
• Toured Washington DC by foot, by bicycle, by bus, and by speed boat.

A successful IMEX trade show and Fam Trip was had by all! Hannah has gained some great knowledge on Washington and how we can organise your next event or incentive trip.