Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 8, 2025

In a quest to better understand what is really happening in Southern California after the well-publicized fires last month, we asked Los Angeles Tourism President and CEO Adam Burke what meeting professionals can expect when they arrive. Read More: Los Angeles, a Planner’s Paradise What should meeting professionals know?

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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

APRIL 11, 2025

Thinking about a cruise meeting or incentive but unsure if it aligns with your sustainability goals? Vikings next ocean ship, the Viking Astrea, scheduled for 2027, will also feature hydrogen-based technology. Viking is getting ready to launch a game-changing ship that will let your worries set sail. Hoping to give U.K.

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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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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Breaking down the company’s recent sustainability strategy International exhibition and convention center ExCel London is a carbon-neutral venue and an advocate for the path towards green meetings. 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.

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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. of meeting space) in Barangaroo.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Want to stay ahead of the curve when selecting a destination for your next meeting? Marriott has just teamed up with Postcard Cabins to change the game when it comes to meetings in the great outdoors. Wish your attendees could just levitate from the airport to the meeting?

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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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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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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. ” Plus, more updates from Smart Meetings TV! .” ” Plus, more updates from Smart Meetings TV!

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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

This partnership continues Levy’s dedication to fostering the growth and success of the meetings industry, through which it will highlight its ongoing commitment to sustainable practices. Levy UK + Ireland (Levy) has renewed its long-term support of The International Congress and Convention Association’s (ICCA) UK & Ireland Chapter.

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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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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. of indoor meeting space. In addition, Westcourt will include a 3,500-capacity live event venue, 120,000 sq.

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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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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. This see significant savings.

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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. A lot of planners don’t know these experiences can happen in their meeting.”

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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. See also : The Meetings Industry Needs Mature Leadership Now. Today, it is less than 20 years.

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MeetingsNet

AUGUST 29, 2023

As with recent hotel-labor agreements around the country plus a new contract for UPS workers, fresh contracts for more than 45,000 airline pilots may well affect costs around business events. Then there’s the new contract agreement for workers at delivery company UPS , which handles a huge amount of meetings-related goods.

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Event Industry News

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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SevenEvents

APRIL 27, 2022

they also commit to reducing carbon emissions from their own operations to net zero by 2027, and by 2040, this will also include their supply chain. a perfect venue for conferences , photoshoots, product launches, meetings and receptions, the spaces are suitable for 20 – 2000 guests. t he barbican. the crystal. 15 hatfields.

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Eventscase Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

While having face-to-face events is still the crowd-favourite format, the events industry has to take strides when it comes to digital marketing. Nowadays, event organisers still scramble every time they need to promote an upcoming event for varying reasons. How will it affect our industry in the future?

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Nunify

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

According to a report from Gminsights the e-learning industry crossed USD 250 billion in 2020 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of more than 21% through 2027. If you appreciate attending educational events, we’ve compiled a list of some pretty fascinating events coming up in 2022. . Event format: Virtual event.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 27, 2017

Numerous high-profile events and corporate development projects have been either canceled or moved outside the state in protest of the controversial legislation, which limits LGBT protections. in Lost Business appeared first on Smart Meetings. HB2 is directly responsible for the forfeiture of more than 2,900 jobs. .

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Arlo Training & Events Software

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Billion by 2027, four times the estimated US$22.4 Think about your learners completing an eLearning module on their daily commute, in-between meetings, or while walking the dog. Learning design for mobile is one of the most researched topics in the training industry in 2022. And for good reason. Billion for the year 2020.

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Eventtia

MAY 29, 2023

In-store events are promotional activities within a physical retail space, such as a store or a shopping center, focused on creating an exciting shopping experience. In an age of cut-throat competition, retail events are a great way to engage with your customers and form relationships. By 2027, 75% of shoppers expect to see this.

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Eventtia

JULY 6, 2023

Retail customer experience contains every touchpoint between customers and retail brands, across multiple stages, which include: Pre-purchase: This is a stage during which customers research products, compare prices, seek recommendations, attend educational events, and engage in exploratory experiences.

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Eventtia

MARCH 8, 2023

One promising solution is developing a recurring events strategy that offers unique opportunities to connect with people, showcase products, and drive sales growth. Of course, implementing a recurring events strategy takes time and effort, and it’s crucial to do so in a way that aligns with the company’s goals and values.

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Hubilo Blog

JUNE 23, 2021

And virtual events are one such offering. Audiences love the intimate experience virtual events have to offer. Getting all the benefits of meeting face-to-face without having to change out of pajamas has grown on people. Getting all the benefits of meeting face-to-face without having to change out of pajamas has grown on people.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 7, 2025

Grappling with how to rectify sustainability goals with those long-distance flights to meetings? Comparing cruise lines for a potential meeting or incentive? Air Force grant, the company is working toward its first full-scale demonstrator flight in 2027. Wondering what the data shows about 2025 travel trends? Backed by a U.S.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 14, 2025

Blown away by how fast technology is changing events and entertainment? Looking to bring more Indigenous and sustainable elements into your next Hawaii meeting? Looking to bring more Indigenous and sustainable elements into your next Hawaii meeting? Still reeling from Southwest ditching its beloved two-bags-free policy?

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Hilton announced a major expansion in India, with the first DoubleTree by Hilton set to open in 2027. of event space, including an 8,000-square-foot ballroom, the hotel will host conferences, weddings and corporate events. Romania has been added to the U.S. With 21,000 sq.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Hilton announced a major expansion in India, with the first DoubleTree by Hilton set to open in 2027. of event space, including an 8,000-square-foot ballroom, the hotel will host conferences, weddings and corporate events. Romania has been added to the U.S. With 21,000 sq.

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