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Master Event Planning with a Workback Schedule Template

Attendease

Picture this: You’ve just landed your dream role in event planning, and your first major project is right around the corner. The excitement is real, but so is the pressure to deliver a great event. With countless moving parts, deadlines, and stakeholders to manage, where do you even begin? This is where an event planning workback schedule can help!

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Facial analysis technology to be used at the 2024 IAEE Expo! Expo!

Conferences that Work

Event attendees need to be aware of the growing trend of unannounced use of facial analysis technology at meetings. And if you plan to attend the International Association of Exhibitions and Events [IAEE] ‘s December 2024 Expo! Expo! , you should read this post. As recently reported by MeetingsNet , Expo! Expo! “will offer all exhibitors access to Zenus AI’s facial-analysis technology after a limited rollout at the 2023 [show]” However, MeetingsNet also includes the following s

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How to Incorporate Storytelling Into Nonprofit Events

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Whether you’re hosting an in-person, virtual, or hybrid event, your nonprofit’s fundraising events rely on audience engagement to succeed. Your engagement approach likely focuses on participants—after all, you’ll only hit your fundraising goal if they register for the event and have a good time! However, you also need to consider your volunteers and sponsors since they make your event possible in the first place.

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Top Trends for Meetings: Attendees Want Warm Weather, More Leisure 

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Skift Take: A recent Cvent webinar revealed top trends for meetings, including choosing booking patterns that allow attendees to extend over a weekend and warm-weather destinations so they can be outdoors.

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Elevate Your Event Experience to the Next Level

In order to create a successful event, you must: Optimize Event Website and Registration Process Utilize Social Media Platforms Effectively Implement Targeted Email Campaigns Harness the Power of Video Content Benefit from a Mobile App Download now and learn how to simplify this process with Eventpedia.

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AEG’s Iconic London Festivals Achieve Greener Festival Certifications for Exceptional Sustainable Initiatives

Event Industry News

AEG Europe has today announced that its 2024 London festival series has achieved coveted certification from not-for-profit sustainability specialists A Greener Future (AGF). American Express Presents BST Hyde Park has been awarded the Greener Festival Highly Commended Certification, with All Points East accredited in the Commended category.

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The Brief: Ancestral Altars and Comfort Zones

Event Marketer

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover comfort zones, global ofrendas and Beautycon 2024. DON JULIO INSTALLS OFRENDAS AROUND THE GLOBE FOR DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS Don Julio has a penchant for sharing Mexican culture with the world, and there’s no better time to do it than during Día de los Muertos (Nov. 1-2), the beloved Mexican holiday that honors loved ones who have passed away.

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Is the Rise of Alternative Communities a Threat to Meetings Industry Associations?

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Skift Take: With a Barefoot Business yacht cruise in Croatia and its own Slack channel, Club Ichi might just be the sexiest group to ever hit the meetings industry. But is it – and are other communities like it – a threat to industry associations?

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The QEII Centre pledges support for winter volunteering campaign

Prestige Events Magazine

Central London conference and events venue, The QEII Centre , has announced it will take part in WrapUp London for the seventh consecutive year, with efforts to collect as many coats as possible to help those in need. WrapUp London, a campaign by the charity HandsOn London, is one of the largest winter volunteering drives in the capital. It collects pre-loved coats from over 40 drop off locations across the city and Greater London and distributes them to over 75 front line charities.

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The Importance of Financial Transparency in Associations

StraussCA

Financial transparency is crucial for associations looking to build trust, enhance credibility, and foster engagement among their members. By openly sharing financial information and practices, associations can demonstrate their commitment to accountability and responsible management of resources. Here’s a closer look at why financial transparency is important for associations and how it can be effectively implemented.

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Unlock the Secrets of Event Marketing Masters

The greats learn from the greats. Set yourself and your team up for success with tried and tested strategies and insights from event marketing geniuses at Vanta, Partnership Leaders, Quantum Metric, Rocketlane, and Explori.

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Toronto’s Top Caterers Share Top Holiday Party Food Trends for 2024

EventSource

With the crisp autumn air and stunning seasonal colors afoot, the fall season is always an exciting time to sample the creations of Toronto’s top caterers. This season, local caterers are embracing rich flavours, comforting dishes, and sustainable options culminated in the most creative of ways! From your classic comforts to warm apps to delicious desserts, here’s a look at the top fall catering trends that you’ll be sampling in the coming months.

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Map Your Show shortlisted for multiple Event Technology Awards

Event Industry News

Award 1: Best Event Management Platform Map Your Show (MYS) is a leading event technology choice for organisers worldwide, powering 8 of the top 10 trade shows in the United States.

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Independent Properties: When the Hotel Becomes the Experience

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Skift Take: With the transformation of events into experiences, planners say that independent hotels offer distinct advantages, such as flexibility, creativity and authenticity.

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Boost productivity and wellbeing in the workplace with launch of new Corporate Wellness Retreat

Prestige Events Magazine

A new corporate wellness retreat has been launched at one of Somerset’s premier wedding destinations this autumn. Orchardleigh Corporate Wellness, located on the well-known Orchardleigh Estate, recognises the pressures facing many workplaces in supporting their staff and promotes improved wellbeing for teams. Tailored to meet the needs of today’s fast-paced business world, the new corporate retreat is designed to boost productivity, reduce stress, and foster team cohesion using techniques includ

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How to Get Speakers, Exhibitors, and Attendees to Promote Your Event With Video

In this best practices guide, you’ll learn how to tap into the cost-efficiencies of advocacy and word-of-mouth marketing with video. Examples include speakers providing a preview of their upcoming sessions, exhibitors creating “please stop by” invitations and attendees creating “looking forward to seeing you” introduction videos. Learn about best practices and programs created by leading companies and associations including ASIS, AUVSI, SuperZoo, National Restaurant Association, World of Concret

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How the Final U.S. Leg of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour is Sparking In-market Engagement Strategies

Event Marketer

As Taylor Swift touches down in Indianapolis this evening to kick off the final leg of her U.S. Eras Tour, Nov. 1-3, at Lucas Oil Stadium, e.l.f. Cosmetics will be there to help welcome the pop star and her fans to “The Racing Capital of the World” through a cross-collaboration with Purdue University, merging academia, beauty and motorsports. The brand will activate with the university’s Purdue Brand Studio agency at Circle Centre Mall, Saturday and Sunday (a 10-minute walk from Lucas Oil Stadiu

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Jennifer and Kelvin’s Elegant Tented Wedding at Graydon Hall

EventSource

Love stories like Jennifer and Kelvin’s remind us of the magic that weddings can bring. This beautiful couple tied the knot in an enchanting tented ceremony at the historic Graydon Hall Manor , a venue that offers unparalleled elegance, romance, and luxury. With its sprawling gardens and stately architecture, the venue was the perfect choice for Jennifer and Kelvin’s special day.

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Luxury Experience Redefined What’s Possible in Newport, Rhode Island

Smart Meetings

Luxury is in the eye of the beholder. One person’s decadent spa soak may be another person’s rigorous trail ride. The challenge for meeting professionals is to determine the appropriate amount of “me-time” and surprise and delight, balanced with confidence that their needs will be taken care of so they can focus on the content being presented. Smart Meetings Luxury Experience at Newport Harbor Island Resort in Rhode Island embraced the challenge with help from some friends.

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Leadership Shifts at Business Events Sydney as it Reports Robust Growth

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Skift Take: Addressing challenges from surging costs to untapped career progression, here’s how planners are future-proofing their strategies.

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Download Now: 2022 Virtual + Hybrid Event Platform RFP Template - Enterprise Edition

Download 200+ new RFP questions for hybrid and virtual event technology success. After 10,000 downloads, the SpotMe Virtual + Hybrid Event Platform RFP Template is the ultimate procurement tool for event technology. This template is ideal for companies looking for a vendor to fulfill their specific virtual + hybrid event platform needs and requirements!

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Center Parcs Launches First Ever Festive Corporate Package

Prestige Events Magazine

The outdoor event destination introduces a new end-of-year festivities offering for businesses Center Parcs Conferences & Events announces the launch of its first ever end-of-year festive event package for business clients – Festive Meetings in the Forest – available at both its Woburn Forest and Sherwood Forest venues. Bringing together companies for away days and team building activities in the forest since 1987, Center Parcs’ introduction of festive packages for businesses marks a s

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Betty Crocker’s AI-driven Dream Bake Studio Helps Consumers Fight ‘Bakers Block’

Event Marketer

It’s hard to fathom, but according to a recent Betty Crocker survey, even consumers who hail from the land of “The Great British Baking Show” lack confidence in their baking skills. The research revealed a high prevalence of “bakers block,” and that of the 86 percent of people from Manchester, England, who enjoy baking, one-third of them only do it every few months or less.

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ISE 2025: Connection Restored - Get your free ticket now!

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Open your eyes & ears to the sights & sounds of tomorrow. Registration for the AV industry's event of the year is now open, secure your space to discover the future of Live Events.

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How to Prepare for an Event Crisis: An Essential Q&A for Event Pros 

Event Leadership Institute

After our recent webinar, What to Do When Things Go Wrong: Crisis Management, Security, & Risk Mitigation Insights from Disaster Experts , panelist Juliette Kayyem addressed the top questions raised by participants. From communication strategies and registration best practices to working with hotels and public safety officials, her expert answers provide actionable insights to help you navigate emergencies with confidence.

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Dominate Your Local Market With These 4 Reputation Management Strategies

Speaker: Adam Dorfman, Lindsay Harrison, and Erin O'Brien

Did you know that 4 out of 5 consumers use local search and 88% use smartphones for those searches? With that in mind, I think it's safe to say your online presence is the silver bullet of your business. Think about the revenue you could be missing by not prioritizing local search optimization. Fortunately, there are a handful of steps you can take right now that will immediately impact your business's pace in local search, and we're happy to share them.

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Megan Henshall: Meetings Innovator

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Skift Take: Rehumanizing corporate life is the new mission of Google Xi. Its founder, Megan Henshall, is Skift Meeting's first-ever Meetings Innovator.

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UK Events Report 2024 published: UK events industry generates £61.653 billion annually, demonstrating post-pandemic resilience

Prestige Events Magazine

UKEVENTS, the umbrella organisation of the UK’s events industry, is pleased to announce the findings of its anticipated UK Events Report 2024. The report, compiled by Great Potential Consultancy, highlights the industry’s critical role in the economy, generating £61.653 billion annually and affirming its resilience following the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Formula 1 US Grand Prix: Mercedes-Benz, Levi’s, Amex, Pacsun Activate in Austin

Event Marketer

The Formula 1 United States Grand Prix is known for serving up a quintessential Texas experience, with cowboy hats and boots sported in the stands, barbecue cooking on the grill, drivers riding horses into the paddock and the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders performing on track ahead of the race start. An estimated 400,000-plus fans attended the race weekend, Oct. 18-20, at the Circuit of the Americas (COTA), and beyond taking in the 20 racecars going full send for 56 laps, they ventured out to take

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From one event to year-round engagement: leveraging post-event content for a 365-day strategy

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When an event wraps up, the conversations, connections, and excitement don't have to end there. Post-event engagement is more important than ever in today's fast-paced digital landscape.

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5 Things Businesses Need to Know to Thrive in a Post-COVID World

People are itching to get back into the world. 54% of consumers say they plan to dine out at a restaurant at least once a week this year. As COVID-19 restrictions ease, the competition for their business is stronger than ever. Download this eBook today to learn how your restaurant can be prepared!

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Full Guide to Google Things to Do For Your Attraction’s Sales and Bookings

Oveit

In the competitive tourism industry, getting your attraction noticed by potential visitors is crucial. Google Things to Do is a powerful tool that […] The post Full Guide to Google Things to Do For Your Attraction’s Sales and Bookings appeared first on Oveit.

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Canada Attracts Global Conferences with a Convention Fund 

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Skift Take: Destination Canada is reaping the benefits of its $50 million investment fund focused on attracting international associations.

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GREENGAGE EXPANDS CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES WITH ACQUISITION OF RESPONSIBLE FUTURES

Prestige Events Magazine

Greengage Solutions has taken a significant step forward in its commitment to enhance and expand its corporate sustainability offering with the acquisition of sustainability consultancy company, Responsible Futures. As part of the deal, Responsible Futures, will be absorbed into the Greengage 360 Consulting division. Sam Cande, founder and CEO of Responsible Futures, joins Greengage as Consultancy Director leading Greengage’s 360 Consulting division, working with organisations to achieve their s