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Case Study: A Masterclass in Goosebump Moments

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He pointed to a joint SITE-IRF study that showed 32% of Western Europeans saying in 2024 that they didnt know what to expect in 2026.The The reluctant Futuristor Now-ist as he prefers to be called Henry Coutinho-Mason quoted Jeff Bezos in encouraging event designers to think about what isnt changing.We

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Ditch the Labels, and Other Tips from a Maritz Event Design Strategist

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That number could rise to 75% by 2026. The post Ditch the Labels, and Other Tips from a Maritz Event Design Strategist appeared first on Smart Meetings. Statistically, preferences dont break down that way anymore. The solution, she suggested, is to bring diverse representation to the table.

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dmg events and Messe München partner to bring IFAT to Saudi Arabia in 2026

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dmg events is working with Messe Mnchen to co-organize the world-renowned IFAT brand in Saudi Arabia in 2026.

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Wales to host the world’s biggest culinary event in 2026

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The world’s biggest culinary event is coming to Wales in 2026. A Team Wales partnership has secured the Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2026 for the nation.

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World-class conference centre plans move ahead

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Set to open in late spring 2026, the world-class conference centre will include an 850 seated capacity auditorium; eight breakout rooms; a boardroom; business lounge; and a private hire bar and restaurant. The latest details of the new, landmark conference centre being built as part of Olympia’s £1.3 billion redevelopment have been revealed.

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Hyve launches Shoptalk Luxe in partnership with Abu Dhabi Investment Office

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The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and Hyve have announced a strategic partnership to launch Shoptalk Luxe, marking the first luxury-focussed retail event in the Shoptalk series, with Abu Dhabi as the events Host City Partner.

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IWA chooses Glasgow for 2026

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The International Water Association (IWA) is to bring its 2026 World Water Congress & Exhibition to the Scottish Event Campus (SEC) in Glasgow, following a collaborative bid that included the venue, VisitScotland, Glasgow Convention Bureau, and its ambassadors in IWA UK.

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