Event Industry News

MARCH 5, 2024

As sustainability continues to take centre stage in event planning, this comprehensive guide serves as your go-to resource for discovering the top sustainable venues and suppliers.

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Skiddle

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

It’s important to be mindful of the issues they cause and exacerbate, and everyone in the events industry has a responsibility to introduce sustainability initiatives at their event. After all, without the land, we’d have no space to create and enjoy the rich culture that music festivals can provide.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 27, 2024

For a sense of how the business events industry is — or isn’t — embracing sustainability, let’s take a look at three different surveys. Only 17 percent of 340 organizers, who plan corporate, nonprofit, academic, and other kinds of event, said they are featuring sustainability in their program content.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 23, 2024

Luxury language and presentation tips IACC 2024 in Basking Ridge, New Jersey was centered around empowering attendees to be seen, heard and respected as they drive their careers forward as leaders in the meetings and events industry. The post Lessons Learned at IACC 2024 appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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MPI

DECEMBER 16, 2023

We asked meeting industry sustainability experts what trends will make the biggest impact in 2024. They discuss food waste, measurement, cost vs. sustainability choices and meeting customer expectations.

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MPI

DECEMBER 16, 2023

We asked meeting industry sustainability experts what trends will make the biggest impact in 2024. They discuss clean power, collaboration, generating data and lifecycle thinking.

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TicketBud

JANUARY 11, 2024

A trifecta of event trends in 2024 shows promise in creating innovative, immersive, and inclusive events that drive engagement and align with evolving societal values. Event Trend #2: Sustainability Much like technology, a focus on sustainability within events is here to stay.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 12, 2024

‘ The the BMA House Venues team took home a Gold winning trophy at the Greengage Sustainability Awards 2024.

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Skiddle

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Over the past few years, protecting the environment and sustainability have become fiercely debated topics. So, we’re going to highlight some of the festivals we think are leading the charge when it comes to sustainability measures. Gigs, club nights and festivals have taken stock, too. Keep scrolling to get the lowdown.

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Prestige Events Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2023

by Laura Cherrington, Director of Sales and Marketing at Billesley Manor Hotel and Spa As we embark on the cusp of a new year, the corporate events landscape finds itself on the brink of a transformative journey – one defined by the commitment to sustainability.

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PCMA Convene

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The first non-stadium setting for an opening ceremony in the history of the Summer Olympic Games, the Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony will form a nearly four-mile-long procession along the Seine, allowing for hundreds of thousands of spectators to take part. Sustainability is a key pillar of that roadmap. million tons of CO2.

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PCMA Convene

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Open to All Along with fostering sustainable Olympic Games, increasing access in general is also identified as one of 15 recommendations in the International Olympic Committee’s latest version of Olympic Agenda 2020+5, the roadmap for the IOC and the Olympic Movement through 2025.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

And amid it all, sustainability watchdogs are championing corporate policies that are focused on monitoring their organizations’ overall business travel emissions. A number of organizations, event properties and venues are using sustainability campaigns and air emissions tools to help track and offset activities.

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EventMB

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Skift Take: The next edition of PCMA's European gathering will take place in Barcelona in 2024. The event will also feature a co-located sustainability and climate tech conference. Miguel Neves Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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Expo Pass

JANUARY 9, 2024

The Economist wasn’t kidding when they called 2024 “the year of change.” We’ve organized the major marketing trends for 2024 into a helpful guide, so you can be prepared for the world to come. According to one Neilsen report, a whopping 66% of consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable brands. VR & AR.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 22, 2024

This summer is looking at experiential travel—whether that be a relaxing health and wellness retreat, a culturally rich destination or an environmentally conscious and responsible gathering, summer 2024 trends are geared towards progressive practices.

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Event Marketer

JANUARY 10, 2024

sea-to-sky innovations, beautiful and collaborative smart tech, AI for health care and sustainability in construction are among some of the hot topics being discussed this year. Design choices appear to be more sustainable, but luxe. Here, we’re rolling out coverage of what we’re seeing and hearing on the show floor at CES 2024.

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Expo Pass

DECEMBER 14, 2023

If you’re smart, you’re also thinking about 2024. Getting a head start on event planning trends for 2024 will help you implement the newest strategies with greater confidence and capability. Whether long-standing or new, these trends will shape the event planning landscape of 2024 and beyond. Embrace AI. A more inclusive world.

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Event Marketer

MAY 13, 2024

If standing room only was any indication, leveling up trade show activations was a hot topic for attendees of the “Trade Show Exhibits X Experiential = The Future” master class that kicked off the 2024 Experiential Marketing Summit, held April 24-26 at the MGM Grand Las Vegas. Sustainability steps matter. Have a story idea?

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EventMB

APRIL 23, 2024

Skift Take: From pricing strategies and event frequency to experiential offerings and sustainability practices, Eventbrite's annual event trends forecasting guide offers a glimpse into the shifting focus of organizers and attendees. Miguel Neves Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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Do Good Events

APRIL 18, 2024

General Industry Trends Sustainability Trends This word has become familiar to all of us. This year, it was evident that the industry is totally on board with sustainability, both in corporate initiatives and product lines. Expect to see items in the 2024 Pantone Color of the year: Peach Fuzz.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2023

As a result, Events Industry Council (EIC) updated its standards in 2022 to enhance sustainable practices across the events industry. Additionally, EIC introduced a new certification for event professionals interested in promoting sustainability and social impact in their organizations and global business events.

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

But what must be done to secure sustainable growth? Skift Take: The latest UFI report clearly shows that the exhibition industry has not just survived; it's thriving. Miguel Neves Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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Event Industry News

APRIL 29, 2024

AGF (A Greener Future) has today released its latest ‘Festival Sustainability Report’ for European festivals, providing industry wide benchmarks for the festival sector.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 9, 2024

Updated guidance designed to help the events industry to embed sustainable practices and address emerging challenges across climate change, supply chain and social impact, has been published by BSI, more than a decade after the original framework was released for London 2012.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 18, 2024

Public safety expert Frank Harrison, who serves as regional security director, Americas at World Travel Protection , predicts that three central trends will shape business travel in 2024: Remote work, a focus on sustainability and budget constraints. Remote Work & Bleisure Travel Remote work, once rare, has become commonplace.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2024

Key 2024 Event Tech Trends Unveiled at Strata’s Insight Event Attendees at the Strata Insights event, at The Ned in London before Christmas, were treated to a preview of some of the most important tech trends which will shape the events industry in 2024 and beyond. Two examples were presented.

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Event Marketer

JANUARY 30, 2024

The Event Trends That Matter Most in 2024—and How to Meaningfully Deploy Them Business events are poised for transformation as content is revolutionized, sustainability takes center stage, artificial intelligence cracks open efficiencies and traditional formats are deconstructed. Oh, and don’t forget fun.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Event Sustainability Live (ESL) announces its inaugural edition in Las Vegas, Nevada, as part of Event Tech Live, set to take place on May 1-2, 2024, at The Expo WMCLV.

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Event Marketer

JANUARY 25, 2024

More CES 2024 Coverage: CES 2024 Coverage: More Booth Scenes, Insights and Commentary from Las Vegas CES 2024 Coverage: How Siemens Builds Stories into its Exhibits CES 2024: We Came, We Saw, We’re Recapping the Best Exhibit Experiences Fiona Bruder, President, Americas, George P. What stood out?

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 30, 2023

View Webinar on Demand: The Professional’s Guide to 2024 Financial and Insurance Meetings Download Research: 2023 FICP Industry and Perception Study Moving Into 2024 Out of all the trends that have risen in 2023, our experts pointed to a few that will definitely be making their way into 2024. with 6-12 months out, 15.7%

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Eventscase Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

We were determined to launch this new tool in a real event and we chose the celebration of GMID 2024 and the sixth edition of the Iberian Awards by MPI Iberian Chapter as its premiere. Technology and sustainability are front and centre. Lastly, a link to a post-event survey was provided.

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PCMA Convene

APRIL 21, 2024

The official theme for Earth Day 2024 is “Planet vs. Plastic,” a call to arms issued by Earthday.org to reduce all plastic production by 60 percent by 2040 and to rapidly phase out all single-use plastics by 2030.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 24, 2024

AGF (A Greener Future) reveals 27 events, venues and innovators from 12 countries as finalists in the International AGF Awards 2024. Awards are given across 9 important sustainability categories, including power, water, food and travel, and the top accolade of the International Greener Festival Award 2024.

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Event Industry News

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Key 2024 Event Tech Trends Unveiled at Strata’s Insight Event Attendees at the Strata Insights event, at The Ned in London last week, were treated to a preview of some of the most important tech trends which will shape the events industry in 2024 and beyond. Speaking to an audience of event industry leaders, three […]

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Eventscase Blog

APRIL 4, 2024

As we delve into 2024, this whitepaper explores the transformative forces influencing event planning, execution, and experience. From technological advancements to sustainability initiatives and the progression of hybrid events, understanding these trends is essential to create memorable and impactful experiences.

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EventSource

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The post WPIC Hosts 2024 Wedding Awards Gala appeared first on Toronto & GTA Weddings & Special Events Blog. Known for her calm demeanor and unwavering commitment to excellence, Kim invites you to join her in creating a wedding experience that is uniquely yours.

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