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Innes House, the distinguished 17th-century exclusive-use property nestled in the heart of Morays breathtaking countryside, is proud to announce the completion and opening of Viewfield Farmhouse a newly renovated 5 bedroom self-catering property now available on the estate for bookings beginning June 2025. Situated within 5,000 acres of picturesque farmland, paddocks, meadows, and mature woodlands, Innes House is renowned for its architectural elegance and tranquil setting.
Torontos culinary scene is constantly evolving, and nowhere is this more evident than among the citys vibrant catering industry. Todays top Toronto caterers arent just serving foodtheyre crafting unforgettable experiences through bold flavours, artistic presentation, and inventive menus that surprise and delight. Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate gala, or private celebration, choosing a caterer who brings fresh, creative culinary concepts to the table can completely elevate your
There’s something unmistakably endearing to a wedding idea that both feels new and intimate, and this Fieldwork shoot had exactly that. The whole atmosphere was a manifesto of soft light, golden tones, and deliberate details. The story was beautifully captured by Jennifer van Son Photography , from the sweet flat lays to the naturally placed tablescapes that oozed with effortless sophistication.
Extreme meeting preparedness is the new standard for putting Gen Z at ease Do you remember what it was like the first time you walked into a room full of strangers? How about the last time you knew no one at a cocktail party where you were expected to mix and mingle? Pretty intimidating, right? A meeting professionals job at its core is to make everyone feel welcome and connected.
Speaker: Kevin Burke, Founder & Managing Director at Digital One and AI & Automation Consultant
AI and automation are currently transforming the way sales and marketing teams operate. Generative AI crafts personalized outreach at scale, while conversational AI bots are engaging prospects in real time. Robotic process automation streamlines manual workflows by triggering tasks the moment a prospect takes a key action, and advanced AI analytics surface hidden patterns in the pipeline, improve forecasting, and help teams make data-driven decisions with confidence.
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How can we best support our peers? Two powerful approaches are learning from shared stories and engaging in one-on-one conversations. But is one more effective than the other? This question came up recently during an Association Chat weekly group conversation. As we discussed challenges association professionals face, one of us shared how impactful it can be for them to hear individual stories from peers with relevant life experiences. related to their association or independent work.
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How can we best support our peers? Two powerful approaches are learning from shared stories and engaging in one-on-one conversations. But is one more effective than the other? This question came up recently during an Association Chat weekly group conversation. As we discussed challenges association professionals face, one of us shared how impactful it can be for them to hear individual stories from peers with relevant life experiences. related to their association or independent work.
Thinking about planning your next meeting or incentive at sea? Celebrity Cruises just revealed a fleet-wide refresh thats worth a look. Wish you could pool all those airline miles in one place? JetBlue and United are teaming up in a new partnership that could make that dream a little closer to reality. Feel like the future of travel is already here?
beam, the association for the business events, accommodation and meetings sector, has opened registration speaker for its 2025 Annual Forum, taking place on 34 July at Novotel London West. This years Annual Forum will explore Relationships 2.0 – The Heartbeat of Hospitality and Human Connection, a powerful and timely theme that puts the spotlight on what drives the industry – authenticity, trust, honesty and bravery.
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Speaker: Aja Bradley Kemp, Founder & Chief Experience Officer at Conversate Collective
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-Record economic impact and delegate levels – VisitScotland Business Events has released the results of its annual Scottish Association Survey , revealing the association meeting sectors unprecedented economic contribution to the visitor economy of nearly 350 million, double the 2022/23 figure. The latest research from VisitScotland also shows that there has been a considerable rise in delegate attendance.
Last summer, the mobile tour vehicle of choice was the school bus. This year, PepsiCo is making the case for the armored truck with its Bottle Lotto activation, hitting MLB stadiums, concerts, casinos and tourist attractions from Las Vegas to Orlando. Two armored trucksone branded as Pepsi and the other as Mountain Dew in the products signature colorsare on the road through July, inviting consumers to grab a bottle of soda and try their luck at winning prizes from digital lottery scratch-off car
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The Honourable Artillery Company (HAC) is set to welcome back the Standard Chartered Great City Race on Tuesday 22 July 2025, celebrating its landmark 20th edition. This long-standing partnership reflects a shared commitment to community, charitable impact, and strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) values. Since its inception, the Great City Race has brought together thousands of corporate runners for a 5k challenge through the historic streets of the City of London.
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