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Audience Engagement

No matter what type of event you’re planning, we’re willing to bet that audience engagement is one of your top priorities – and, more than likely, one of your biggest challenges. These days, event organizers are facing serious competition when it comes to holding the attention of their audiences. In a world in which distractions are always within reach (literally and figuratively!), figuring out how to engage an audience has become as essential as it is challenging. But with a few tips and a solid variety of audience participation ideas...

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How Plan an Incentive Trip on a Budget

Incentive trips are a smart, essential investment for any company, including major corporations and small businesses alike. Offering incentive trips for employees can directly contribute to stronger business results, in addition to a multitude of other advantages. And here’s more good news: an outstanding incentive trip is possible even if you’re working with a limited budget. In fact, with some savvy budget hacks for travel planning, there are plenty of great company trip ideas that are far more affordable than you might think. What is an Incentive Trip? Essentially, an...

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Key Factors for a Successful Investigator Meeting 

Why Investigator Meetings are Important for the Success of a Clinical Study  While there continues to be tremendous innovation throughout the clinical trial industry, everything from decentralized trials to remote monitoring to eCOA solutions and everything in between, having motivated and highly-trained healthcare professionals (HCPs) remains paramount to achieving quality patient enrollment and clinical study data.   Despite a shift to virtual meetings during the pandemic, pharma/biotech sponsor companies continue to prioritize relationship-building with their sites in person. There has been a significant return to face-to-face and hybrid meetings over the...

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Meet MTA: Krystsina Kvetsinskaya, Global Experience Specialist

The Miller Tanner Associates’ (MTA) difference is our people. That’s why we want to introduce you to our team of superstars that brings our corporate meetings and events to life for our customers. Today we introduce you to our Global Experience Specialist Krystsina Kvetsinskaya, our Luxembourg-based associate. Krystsina works alongside our Global Experiences Team to tailor each event to the specific needs and preferences of our life sciences customers. Meet Krystsina Kvetsinskaya, Global Experience Specialist Strengths (based on CliftonStrengths): Adaptability, Positivity, Relator, Responsibility, Restorative Languages spoken: Russian, Polish, English  Tell us...

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Meet Martin Woodard, Technical Operations Manager

The Miller Tanner Associates’ (MTA) difference is our people. That’s why we want to introduce you to our team of superstars that brings our corporate meetings and events to life for our customers. Today we introduce you to our Technical Operations Manager Martin Woodard. With a knack for tech and problem-solving, Martin supports our team with any technical issues that might arise. Meet Martin Woodard, Technical Operations Manager Strengths (based on CliftonStrengths): Intellection, Ideation, Responsibility, Maximizer, Analytical Tell us about your current role with MTA? What are your primary responsibilities?   I’m...

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Meet MTA: Aaron Wilson, Customer Success Specialist

The Miller Tanner Associates’ (MTA) difference is our people. That’s why we want to introduce you to our team of superstars that brings our corporate meetings and events to life for our customers. Today we introduce you to our Ireland-based associate, Customer Success Specialist Aaron Wilson. In his role, through customer onboarding, Aaron leads new customers through key decisions paving the way for a successful customer journey. Meet Aaron Wilson, Customer Success Specialist Strengths (based on CliftonStrengths): Input, Intellection, Strategic, Achiever, Arranger Tell us about your current role with MTA....

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Meet MTA: Conor Barry, Senior Director, Customer Experiences

The Miller Tanner Associates’ (MTA) difference is our people. That’s why we want to introduce you to our team of superstars that brings our corporate meetings and events to life for our customers. Today we introduce you to Senior Director – Customer Experiences, Conor Barry, our Ireland-based associate. Conor focuses on designing and driving innovative experiences that are impactful for our customers’ successes. Meet Conor Barry, Senior Director, Customer Experiences Strengths (based on CliftonStrengths): Individualization, Achiever, Relator, Strategic, Communication Tell us about your current role with MTA. What are your...

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Meet MTA: Lauren Witt, Proposal Specialist

The Miller Tanner Associates’ (MTA) difference is our people. That’s why we want to introduce you to our team of superstars that brings our corporate meetings and events to life for our customers. Today we introduce you to Proposal Specialist Lauren Witt. Lauren’s extensive knowledge of the hospitality industry allows her to approach her role in the Commercial Team with a unique perspective and a deep understanding of customer needs. Meet Lauren Witt, Proposal Specialist Strengths (based on CliftonStrengths): Empathy, Arranger, Consistency, Relator, Analytical Tell us about your current role...

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Meet MTA: Patrick O’Brien, Software Engineer

The Miller Tanner Associates’ (MTA) difference is our people. That’s why we want to introduce you to our team of superstars that brings our corporate meetings and events to life for our customers. Today we introduce you to Software Engineer Patrick O’Brien. As a member of our Technology Services Team, Patrick focuses on enhancements of our software products and creates user-friendly tools that deliver a more efficient, hassle-free experience for our customers and their attendees. Meet Patrick O’Brien, Software Engineer Strengths (based on CliftonStrengths): Restorative, Intellection, Connectedness, Analytical, Responsibility Tell...

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Meet MTA: Anna Vincze, Global Experience Designer – Production

The Miller Tanner Associates’ (MTA) difference is our people. That’s why we want to introduce you to our team of superstars that brings our corporate meetings and events to life for our customers. Today we introduce you to Global Experience Designer – Production Anna Vincze, MTA’s Hungary-based associate. Anna is a seasoned expert in event production, project management, and event planning. She utilizes her expertise to bring to our customers fully integrated, exceptional event experiences through seamless production. Meet Anna Vincze, Global Experience Designer – Production Strengths (based on CliftonStrengths):...

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Proactive Planning through Partnership Yields Hybrid Success

The Event:   A pharmaceutical company came to MTA to plan an extensive hybrid investigator meeting series including North America, South America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.   Challenge:  Feedback from the initial event debrief offered an opportunity for the MTA team to invite the customer team to the table as partners in planning the Europe (EU) and Asia Pacific (APAC) meetings. The MTA team assessed where we could strive towards better excellence moving forward with the EU and APAC programs while also guiding the client team through alignment to ensure a...

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Meet MTA: Tricia Barbero, Global Experience Designer – Events

The Miller Tanner Associates’ (MTA) difference is our people. That’s why we want to introduce you to our team of superstars that brings our corporate meetings and events to life for our customers. Today we introduce you to Global Experience Designer – Events Tricia Barbero. Tricia’s diverse experience in both corporate event planning and travel has equipped her with a unique set of skills that she brings to her role at MTA and extends to our customers. Meet Tricia Barbero, Global Experience Designer – Events Strengths (based on CliftonStrengths): Restorative, Learner,...

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