Smart Meetings

APRIL 11, 2025

Vikings next ocean ship, the Viking Astrea, scheduled for 2027, will also feature hydrogen-based technology. For planners, the new hub opens up new opportunities for international meetings, incentive programs and events in Cambodia, a country with both rich heritage and modern infrastructure on the rise. Once fully operational, the $1.5

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 21, 2025

In the world of corporate events, ‘inclusivity’ is a word we often hear but how inclusive are we when it comes to the drink menu? By 2027, its expected to make up almost 4% of the overall alcohol market, according to drinks market analysts, IWSR. The rise of alcohol-free drinks shows no sign of slowing.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 8, 2025

Los Angeles is well-equipped to host events of all sizes, with a proven ability to adapt and ensure a seamless experience for planners and attendees alike. LA continues to be open for business and remains a global stage for major sporting events. Any stories of going above and beyond? What can planners do to help?

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 11, 2025

Four years into an experiment to replace an annual spring event in Washington, D.C. with a collaborative concentration of events organizations all gathering in the same place, Business Events Industry Week (BEIW) has built some popular must-attend features and announced that other pieces will shake off, either going away altogether or moving.

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Event Marketer

JULY 11, 2024

But 2027 may see a shift for the long-running festival as its 13-year contract with Park City ends in 2026 (the 2025 and 2026 editions will remain in Utah). Still, Sundance isn’t the only festival (possibly) on the move; it joins a growing list of big events and conferences that are set to relocate or expand to new cities.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 11, 2025

Vikings next ocean ship, the Viking Astrea, scheduled for 2027, will also feature hydrogen-based technology. For planners, the new hub opens up new opportunities for international meetings, incentive programs and events in Cambodia, a country with both rich heritage and modern infrastructure on the rise. Once fully operational, the $1.5

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 21, 2022

After reopening to the world in February, Robin Mack, executive general manager of commercial and business events with Tourism Australia , reported in an interview at IMEX that groups are coming back to the country with postponed and new events both for the coming months and out to 2027. Appreciation of the Value of F2F.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JUNE 17, 2024

ASM Global Europe, a leader in venue management and event strategy, will be attending The Meetings Show 2024 this week, where eight of its leading venues will be exhibiting. Their comprehensive participation underscores ASM’s commitment to providing exceptional event spaces and experiences across the UK.

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Prestige Events Magazine

APRIL 8, 2024

Built in 1986, leading London events venue, The QEII Centre, was not originally constructed with sustainability in mind, but in recent years the team has been working diligently to rectify this. And while not perfect, the venue has successfully implemented wide-ranging initiatives to progress its pledge to reach carbon neutrality by 2040.

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The MICE

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Sustainable venues and hotels in Rotterdam set high sustainability standards for the events industry. Sustainability in action: Rotterdam Ahoy Convention Centre Rotterdam Ahoy Convention Centre , at the heart of Rotterdam’s event infrastructure, combines sustainability with practical benefits for event organizers.

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MPI

OCTOBER 14, 2024

A sober-inclusive happy hour is an absolute must for inclusive events. That was the sentiment at the Beyond the Bar discussion that took place at Jimmy Kimmel’s Comedy Club during IMEX America 2024, hosted by Caesars Entertainment and OTHR Agency in partnership with CEMA (the Corporate Event Marketing Association).

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Prestige Events Magazine

JULY 23, 2024

The new hotel, set to open in 2027, joins Radisson Hotel Group’s rapid growing portfolio in the UK and Ireland, which now includes more than 70 hotels in operation and under development in the region. The new-built Radisson RED Birmingham Edgbaston Stadium is expected to open Q2, 2027.The

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Dubai Marks Progress in Tourism, Events and Sustainability in 2024 With nearly 15 million overnight visitors as of October 2024, Dubai has hit its stride as a top international destination for tourism, meetings and events. Read on for the latest in travel news, brought to you by Smart Travel.

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Prestige Events Magazine

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Sustainability has been a key part of the Barbican’s success story over the last two weeks with a win at the London Venue and Catering Awards, followed by the hosting of the Sustainable Events Show and the announcement of a major exhibition. Jackie Boughton, Barbican Head of Events commented: “I am so proud of my whole team this week.

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Stova

JUNE 15, 2021

The market is forecasted to grow to nearly $267 billion by 2027 – up from $27.23 AI (Artificial Intelligence) is becoming more important than ever, particularly as modern cloud computing technology enables more powerful, flexible, scalable AI tools. billion in 2019.

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Event Marketer

MARCH 27, 2024

Welcome to this month’s event marketing industry news digest, featuring updates on new hires, promotions, acquisitions, and launches. BlueHive Exhibits hired industry vet and former senior event head at Chrysler and Pfizer Don Schmid as account director for its in-house healthcare division, BlueMed. Submit your news here.

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Prestige Events Magazine

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

ABPCO has set itself a target of 200 plus PCO members by 2027, which is almost twice its current membership. Therese Dolan has nearly 20 years of experience as an association professional, including roles such as Senior Event Manager at Diabetes UK and Director of Association Management and Consulting Services at MCI UK.

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Prestige Events Magazine

AUGUST 5, 2024

has given away 5,000 free event tickets to people who otherwise wouldn’t take part as well as forging partnerships with charity and local organisations to provide space for free or at subsidised rates. By 2027 we aim to have worked with 100 charities, community groups and artists. Since opening Drumsheds in October 2023, 9.8

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Prestige Events Magazine

JANUARY 23, 2024

In particular, ABPCO has achieved a 13% increase in PCO members, bringing the total to 155, a significant step towards its goal of 200 members by 2027. Revenue Increase: A boost in revenue to £137K, fuelled by expanded membership and enhanced sponsorship and partnerships across its event portfolio. www.abpco.org

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GEVME

MAY 1, 2021

and GEVME , hosted an insightful session on ‘Digital Transformation in the Event Industry’ which had a good number of student participants. The discussion surrounded event technology, the transition, rise of new event roles and much more. They believed COVID’s impact would be temporary on the event industry. .

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Prestige Events Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

The group’s 5 th new member in as many months, will see Ibrox Stadium, the home of Rangers, one of the giants of Scottish Football and most recently finalists of the UEFA Europa League, build on both the brand’s Scottish coverage, and its stadia options for event organisers. Philip Bennett, Venue Director, Rangers F.C.,

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Prestige Events Magazine

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

World-renowned conference, events, meetings and exhibition centre, The QEII Centre , has scooped the Sustainability Award for Catering for its catering division, QEII Taste, at the London Venue & Catering Awards. The award-winning QEII Taste is operated by Levy UK + Ireland.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JUNE 26, 2023

“In line with the ICCA UK & Ireland Chapter’s strong commitment to sustainability, this partnership will further empower our efforts to integrate environmentally responsible practices into our events and those of our members,” comments ICCA UK & Ireland Chapter chair, Suzanne Singleton.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 21, 2023

soon to debut over 25,000 more—and hosting around 400 events and 4 million visitors per year, it is the largest event venue in London. It is a Planet Mark-certified business and a signatory of the Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge —which means it has committed to accomplishing a 50% emissions reduction by 2030 and net zero by 2050.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Representing an investment of over £1 million, B30 Studios has been conceived in part to address the enormous demand for virtual and hybrid events as well as the future needs of content creation. billion by 2027. billion by 2027. to reach £26.3 to reach £26.3

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EventMB

AUGUST 20, 2024

It is set to open in 2027. of indoor and outdoor event space, a 20-acre beach complex, and two golf courses. acre downtown mixed-use sports and entertainment district across from the Kia Center, will open in 2027. In addition, Westcourt will include a 3,500-capacity live event venue, 120,000 sq. of indoor meeting space.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JUNE 11, 2024

Using ASM’s diverse venues across the UK, the BOA will ensure a high-quality experience for all attendees, enhancing the overall impact of the events. ” The BOA wins reflect ASM’s growing ability to deliver events the length and breadth of the UK, which will continue to be enhanced by new openings and investment.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

As MPI celebrates its 50th anniversary, it is looking forward to 2027 with a new contract for CEO and president Paul Van Deventer with a focus on advocacy, innovation and education to expand and engage a diverse community. Maryann Smith, Disney Meetings & Events. ” Plus, more updates from Smart Meetings TV!

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Prestige Events Magazine

DECEMBER 6, 2024

The package will fund phase one of the Barbican Renewal Programme, a five-year project of works to secure the future of this internationally renowned, grade-II listed arts conference and events centre. The Barbican Centre was opened by HM The Queen in 1982, who declared it one of the wonders of the modern world. It reaches 1.5

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Prestige Events Magazine

JULY 31, 2023

The Barbican is also one of the most dynamic London venues for domestic and international business events and conferences, creating an unparalleled blend of arts, curiosity and enterprise. The City Corporation is the Barbican Centre’s founder and principal funder.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 30, 2024

3 tips for events that meet goals and fit the budget As planners, we’re expected to deliver results while delighting our clients and staying on budget. For example: If you’re negotiating a contract in 2024 for a 2027 meeting, lock in menu pricing based on current prices. What are the takeaways you want attendees to get from the event?

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 23, 2024

In particular, ABPCO has achieved a 13% increase in PCO members, bringing the total to 155, a significant step towards its goal of 200 members by 2027. The Association of British Professional Conference Organisers (ABPCO) is celebrating 2023 as a remarkable year of achievements and growth.

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Skiddle

JUNE 30, 2023

per year until 2027. rise until 2027 will mean that live music revenue reaches a total of £1.95bn, a 27% increase on the figure from 2019, while ticket sales will reach 1.43bn and sponsorships will reach £527m by 2027. Live music sponsorship will total £420m, while overall ticket sales will total £1.2bn.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 28, 2022

Levy UK + Ireland, the market leading sports and hospitality caterer, has taken a 50% stake in multi-award winning bars and event solutions business, Peppermint. Peppermint is the brainchild of Alex Brooke and Adam Hempenstall, who met at university where they both promoted student events.

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MeetingsNet

MARCH 1, 2024

It’s tough to imagine a meeting that might run more smoothly than the Event Services Professionals Association’s annual conference, the most recent edition of which took place in late January in Indianapolis. One was for planners of a 2027 association event requiring 9,000 rooms on peak across nearly 50 hotels.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 10, 2021

Based on her new book, The 7 Simple Habits of Inclusive Leaders , she summarizes the importance of collaboration in leveraging the power of diverse points of view to produce effective events in the following excerpt. McKinsey believes that, in 2027, 75 percent of the companies currently quoted on the S&P 500 will have disappeared.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

ABPCO has set itself a target of 200 plus PCO members by 2027, which is almost twice its current membership. Therese Dolan has nearly 20 years of experience as an association professional, including roles such as Senior Event Manager at Diabetes UK and Director of Association Management and Consulting Services at MCI UK.

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