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hoosing the right venue for your small to medium sized meeting is one of the most important decisions you will make to
ensure the success of your event. Astute planners want a facility that's large enough to comfortably accommodate their
group while not being so enormous that their meeting gets lost in the shuffle and they become that tiny fish in the big
pond. At the same time they must exercise caution because picking a site that's too small will typically result in overcrowded meet-
ing rooms and standing room only sessions, not to mention disenchanted and frustrated attendees.
Of course there are logistical considerations as well, like transportation back and forth from your hotel to the meeting facility if
you choose a convention center or other stand alone option. Additionally, what kinds of specialized services and unique products
can the venue provide to customize the meeting experience to the specific needs of your organization?
Many groups are discovering that choosing the right conference center can address all of these issues and provide the ideal envi-
ronment for their meetings, events and special activities. Presented here are six outstanding options you should consider when
searching out the perfect venue for your organization.
