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ConferenceDirect

ConferenceDirect is a full-service event and meeting management firm that partners with organizations globally to plan, execute, and manage all aspects of their events, from sourcing and registration to technology and experience design, aiming to reduce costs and enhance attendee experiences.

Beverly Hills, CA, United States
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Conference Management

Provides full-service event execution, from initial planning through on-site coordination and post-meeting duties, for diverse event types and sizes.

Event Planning

Onsite Execution

Logistics Management

Best for:Event Organizers, Association Executives

Cruise Services

Specializes in planning and managing group cruise events, offering ship search, selection, and negotiation services for various group sizes.

Ship Selection

Destination Research

Price Negotiation

Best for:Event Planners, Corporate Executives

Event Marketing & Lead Management Services

Optimizes event-driven lead management and maximizes ROI through strategic multi-channel marketing campaigns and comprehensive reporting.

Strategic Planning

Digital Campaigns

Lead Collection

Best for:Marketing Directors, Sales Executives

Event Planning & Management

Comprehensive event management services covering planning, design, execution, and post-event analysis for various event types, including corporate meetings, conferences, conventions, trade shows, virtual, and hybrid events.

Strategic Planning

Conference Management

Experience Design

Best for:Event Planners

Event Technology & Marketing

Utilizing advanced event technology and multi-channel marketing strategies to enhance attendee engagement, optimize lead generation, and increase event revenue.

Mobile Event Apps

AI Chatbots

Lead Retrieval

Best for:Marketing Directors

Event Technology/Mobile App

Delivers and manages event technologies, including native and web-based mobile apps, AI chatbots, registration systems, and attendee tracking for enhanced engagement.

Mobile Apps

AI Chatbots

Lead Retrieval

Best for:Event Technologists, Operations Managers

Experience Design

Creates captivating event experiences through creative conceptualization, renderings, event décor, entertainment, and speaker management services.

Creative Concepts

Event Décor

Entertainment

Best for:Creative Directors, Brand Managers

Green Meetings

Assists with developing and implementing sustainable meeting and event plans, focusing on carbon footprint reduction, CSR, and impact reporting.

Sustainable Planning

Carbon Offsets

CSR Integration

Best for:Sustainability Managers, CSR Leaders

Housing

Manages comprehensive room block strategies, hotel bookings, and attendee support to maximize block pickup, reduce slippage, and avoid attrition.

Room Block Management

Online Booking

Sub-block Services

Best for:Meeting Planners, Operations Managers

Incentive Programs

Designing and executing personalized incentive travel programs and reward systems to recognize and motivate employees, enhancing company success.

Trip of a Lifetime Design

Marketing Plans

Travel & Ground Transport

Best for:HR Managers

Incentives

Designs and manages personalized incentive travel programs to reward employees for outstanding performance and align with company success goals.

Trip Personalization

Travel Logistics

Ground Transportation

Best for:HR Directors, Sales Managers

Meeting Services

Connects customers with an extensive network of over 30,000 preferred suppliers for various event needs, including AV, DMCs, speakers, and transportation.

Preferred Supplier Network

Speaker Collective

AV Production

Best for:Event Planners, Venue Managers

Registration

Provides dynamic and seamless registration experiences with scalable technology, flexible site design, badging, and abstract management solutions.

Online Registration

Badging Solutions

Abstract Management

Best for:Event Managers, Operations Leads

Sourcing & Contract Management

Assists customers with site selection, contract negotiation, and overall management to reduce costs and risks, ensuring optimal terms for event needs.

Site Selection

RFP Management

Contract Negotiation

Best for:Meeting Planners, Procurement Managers

Sourcing & Logistics

Services focused on site selection, contract negotiation, housing, registration, and overall logistical support to ensure optimal venues and seamless attendee experience.

Site Search & Selection

Contract Negotiation

Housing Management

Best for:Procurement Managers

Strategic Meetings Management Program (SMMP)

Helps organizations define goals, optimize total event spend, increase cost savings, reduce risk, and streamline processes for a successful SMMP.

Spend Analysis

Risk Reduction

Process Streamlining

Best for:Procurement Managers, Finance Executives

Strategic Meetings Management Program (SMMP)

Manages SMMP to clearly define organizational goals, streamline processes, achieve measurable business objectives, realize cost savings, reduce risk, and provide customized reporting.

Goal definition

Cost savings

Risk reduction

Best for:Procurement Managers

Virtual & Hybrid Events

Offers platforms and support for virtual and hybrid meetings, increasing audience reach and engagement with live streaming, interactive tools, and production assistance.

Virtual Platforms

Livestreaming

Audience Engagement

Best for:Marketing Managers, Digital Event Leads

Performance

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Update

CMI 25 (MeetingsNet Magazine)

Feb 28, 2026
Self Reported

Qualifications

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Features

Accessible Technology
AI Sourcing
Attendee Experience Enhancement
Budget Management
Carbon Offset Management
Compliant contracts
Contract Negotiation
Cost Savings
Crisis Management
Cruise Planning
CSR Integration
Customizable Solutions
Customized Reporting
Data Analytics
DEI Integration
Digital Twin Hybrid Events
Event Design
Event Execution
Event Marketing
Event Technology
experience design
Global Reach
Green Meeting Protocols
Green Meetings
Housing Management
Hybrid Event Support
Incentive Program Design
Incentives Management
Lead Management
Lead Retrieval
Mobile Apps
Mobile Event Apps
On-site Support
Preferred Supplier Network
Preferred Suppliers
Registration Management
Registration Services
Revenue Maximization
Risk mitigation
Risk Reduction
Site Selection
Speaker Collective
Speaker Sourcing
Strategic Planning
Supplier management
Sustainability Focused
Technology Integration
Vendor Management
Virtual Event Platforms
Virtual Platforms
Wellness Programs

Focus Areas

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Event Management
Event Technology
Meeting Planning
Venue Sourcing

Category

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About ConferenceDirect

ConferenceDirect, founded in 1998, is a global leader in the meetings and events industry. They offer comprehensive meeting management and event solutions, leveraging deep industry experience and a team of professionals, consultants, and specialists. The company partners with organizations to help them achieve their goals, reduce costs, increase revenue, minimize risk, and create memorable experiences for attendees. ConferenceDirect is committed to providing educational opportunities for its customers to stay current on industry trends. They also believe in giving back to their customers, partners, and associates, integrating important focuses like diversity, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and sustainability into meetings and events. This commitment extends to promoting equality, responsible practices, and human trafficking awareness within the industry. Through their 'CD Caring & Connecting' initiative, ConferenceDirect supports programs and organizations that impact wellness, corporate responsibility, and sustainability, and fosters various associate councils for internal and external awareness.

Additional Details

Customer Regions
EU-E
NA
US
Talent Regions
EU-E
NA
Industries
Advanced Technology
Consumer Retail
Corporate
Corporate Events
Culinary Hospitality
E-sports
Finance
Food Industry
Government
Meetings
Professional Associations
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Business Model & Pricing
Agency
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