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How to Plan Effective Board Meetings

Attendease

Board meetings are vital for organizational success. However, planning successful internal meetings can be challenging when juggling attendee coordination, agenda building, venue selection, and more. Plus, the traditional format for board meetings just doesn’t cut it anymore! No one wants to attend a boring meeting that lacks focus and doesn’t foster meaningful dialogue.

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Leaving Las Twitter

Conferences that Work

Still from the 1995 movie “Leaving Las Vegas” of alcoholic Hollywood screenwriter Ben Sanderson (Nicolas Cage) sitting in a Las Vegas cocktail lounge, staring at a Martini as he drinks himself into oblivion. On November 14, 2024, I said goodbye to Twitter Like hundreds of thousands of users in the weeks following the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, I decided it was time to leave Twitter.

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One Planner’s Generative AI Journey  

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Skift Take: Self-taught from TikTok and YouTube videos, Invesco’s Elyse Dawson challenges herself every day to come up with routine tasks that could be simplified using AI.

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IBTM World Forum for Advocacy brings 80 senior leaders together for meaningful debate to drive change

Prestige Events Magazine

The IBTM World Forum for Advocacy , in partnership with The Business of Events , brought together 80 senior leaders and policymakers from around the world on Monday, to discuss various issues related to communicating the economic and social impact of global business events. The Forum, which took place at the Torre Melina Gran Melia Hotel in Barcelona, sparked insightful and thought-provoking debate from the outset.

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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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How to create event floorplans: Your secret weapon for event business success

Planning Pod

In the events industry, floorplans are more than just simple diagrams – they are essential tools for event professionals of any kind. From improving team efficiency to landing new clients, these designs and documents play a crucial role in the success of any event business. In this article, we’ll give an overview of the different types of floorplans used in event businesses, the value of accurate and detailed floorplans, and how you can use them to land more leads, delight clients, and kee

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Expert Strategies for Successful Multi-Day Association Trade Shows and Events

StraussCA

Planning a multi-day trade show can feel like a balancing act—there’s a lot to manage, from educational sessions to networking and logistics. But when everything falls into place, it’s incredibly rewarding. The key is to stay organized, keep it fun, and ensure that attendees leave feeling like they gained real value. Here are a few strategies that work wonders for a successful event. 1.

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8 Economic Trends Affecting Meetings From ALHI’s Mike Dominguez  

EventMB

Skift Take: ALHI President & CEO Mike Dominguez breaks down economic and hotel industry trends – from compression to the price of eggs – as they relate to meetings.

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Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel Launches Inspiring ‘Garden View’ Events Space

Prestige Events Magazine

The Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel has opened its eagerly awaited ‘Garden View’ room, now available for meeting and event bookings. Designed with delegate well-being in mind, this new events space features an inspiring ‘garden wall’ and floor-to-ceiling glass windows, offering panoramic views of the historic Piccadilly Gardens in the centre of Manchester.

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The Brief: COLAsseums and StreamHouses

Event Marketer

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover COLAsseums, Date Week adventures and Barbie’s Stream House. PEPSI CONQUERS FAN ENGAGEMENT AT THE ‘ COLA SSEUM’ With Paramount Pictures’ “Gladiator II” debuting on Nov. 22, Pepsi invited fans to strap on their sandals and get pumped for the sequel on Nov. 19 at The Pepsi COLAsseum.

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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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Marcella and Daniel’s Luxurious Wedding at The Arlington Estate

EventSource

Love has a way of finding us in the most unexpected places. For Marcella and Daniel, it was a chance meeting at a downtown nightclub that sparked an unforgettable journey. From that night, they became inseparable, and their story culminated in a breathtakingly luxurious wedding at The Arlington Estate. This magical day, expertly planned by Upon Occasion and beautifully preserved by Everlasting Moments , was a true celebration of their love and commitment.

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The Ultimate Guide to Corporate Event Planning: From Concept to Execution

Eventtia

Corporate events have become essential moments for companies to connect, inspire, and grow. Far from being routine gatherings, these events are strategically crafted experiences that drive business goals, strengthen bonds with clients and partners, and reinforce company culture. When executed effectively, a corporate event leaves a lasting impression, turning attendees into advocates and deepening their loyalty to your brand.Corporate events come in various forms, each tailored to fulfill differ

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Clarion Events Makes Another Acquisition – Are More Deals Coming? 

EventMB

Skift Take: Even with the possibility of Clarion Events being sold by its private equity owner Blackstone, the company is still bullish about its acquisitions. Its most recent is Eaton Hall Exhibitions.

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New Report from Accommodation Specialist bnetwork Reveals the Top Sustainability Priorities for Event Attendees

Prestige Events Magazine

Sustainable Hospitality: Understanding the Priorities of Today’s Event Attendees report provides insights into what attendees value most when choosing event accommodation bnetwork , a leading SaaS accommodation management company specialising in large-scale B2B events across EMEA and globally, has released a new report, Sustainable Hospitality: Understanding the Priorities of Today’s Event Attendees , based on insights from nearly 700 respondents (event attendees) across diverse industries, inc

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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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Rebranded Network ION Champions Women’s Sports with a Grand Central Pop-up

Event Marketer

ION, a TV network known for its crime and justice procedural programming, recently underwent a rebrand, that not only updated its color palette and key art, but also added a slate of women’s sports. What started with broadcasting WNBA games has grown to include the NWSL, accessible to fans without a paywall. To reintroduce ION as a robust entertainment network and continue building its community of sports fans, the brand staged a multipronged campaign that kicked off at Advertising Week New York

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Lumiere London’s Underwood Venue: Redefining Events with Purpose and Passion

Event Industry News

Lumiere London’s Underwood flagship is a beacon of sustainability, inclusivity, and community impact. Owned by the LGBTQIA+ community and proudly green-accredited, Underwood offers exclusive hire options across six versatile, light-filled spaces. Conveniently located with excellent transport links and full DDA compliance, it’s the perfect setting for events that inspire creativity and connection.

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What the Experts Are Saying: Decor Trends for 2024 Holiday Events

Canadian Special Events

When it comes to corporate holiday events in 2024, planners are pushing the boundaries of innovation with designs that blend luxurious aesthetics with interactive elements, tech-forward approaches, and a nod to nostalgia. These creative professionals aren’t just setting the stage—they’re building unforgettable experiences that transform event spaces into magical, immersive environments.

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How Freeman Manages a Five-Generation Workforce

EventMB

Skift Take: With Gen Z officially surpassing Boomers in the workforce, new values are reshaping industries, including the events sector. According to the Freeman 2024 Event Organizer Trends Data. a workforce that spans five generations is driving change and innovation.

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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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DRPG Sparks Live 2024 Inspires Young Creatives with a Focus on Innovation

Prestige Events Magazine

DRPG celebrated its career-focused educational event, Sparks Live on Thursday 14 November 2024, aimed at inspiring the next generation of creative talent. Held at DRPG’s Hartlebury studio headquarters, this second event of its kind welcomed over 120 young people from across UK colleges and universities, all eager to explore careers in the creative industries and gain insights from experienced professionals.

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Full Coverage: The 2024 Experience Design Awards

Event Marketer

The editors of Event Marketer have unveiled the winners of the 2024 Experience Design Awards, an annual recognition of outstanding event design, innovative builds, interactive tech, and environmental creativity across a wide variety of consumer-targeted and business-to-business event formats. The post Full Coverage: The 2024 Experience Design Awards appeared first on Event Marketer.

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Event Technology Awards 2024 finalist preview

Event Industry News

The wait is over! The finalists for the highly anticipated Event Technology Awards 2024 (ETA) have been officially announced, celebrating the companies, products, and individuals pushing the boundaries of innovation in the event technology industry. This year’s finalists represent the very best in creativity, innovation, and technological excellence across the events sector globally.

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Lyla’s “LoveShack Fancy” Dream Party at the Grace Venue

Canadian Special Events

When Lyla envisioned her perfect celebration, she had one thing in mind: a dreamy “LoveShack Fancy” vibe. And that’s exactly what came to life at the Grace Venue. The event was an absolute showstopper, with every detail carefully designed by Ideation Events to match Lyla’s whimsical and playful vision. Photo Credit: Cliq Photography Photo Credit: Cliq Photography Upon arrival, guests were immediately immersed in a stunning scene.

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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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Meeting Planners Navigate Rising Costs and Shifting Work Models

EventMB

Skift Take: Organizations rarely include potential mental health crises in their risk management planning. The time to start is now.

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Major sporting events specialists extends 25-year partnership with British Athletics

Prestige Events Magazine

CSE , a leading logistics and management firm for major sporting events, has extended its partnership with British Athletics , following a successful 25-year relationship with the sporting body. Headquartered in Birmingham, CSE was initially established by Managing Director, Simon Hainsworth, and has firmly cemented itself as leaders in delivering solutions for large-scale and mass participation sporting events, notably World Athletics Championships 2017, European Championships [multi-sport] 201

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Special Report: Event Measurement in the AI Age

Event Marketer

The meteoric rise of artificial intelligence has enabled the industry to focus on collecting the right data—and make it actionable. Marketers are prioritizing metrics that inform strategic decision-making. They’re using new, and much improved, technology and taking cues from neuroscience. As a result, they’re gathering meaningful intel from, and about, their audiences, then reimagining their events based on attendees’ needs.

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Graffic Jam repositions with a new integrated offering and brand identity

Event Industry News

Graffic Jam, a creative production agency established in 2017, announces its repositioning as a full-service creative event agency. The rebrand, spearheaded by co-founders Adrian Miskelly and Sally Holland, reflects the company’s evolution to meet the changing needs of its clients.

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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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New and Renovated: Your Ultimate Cabin Retreat

Smart Meetings

Bring your attendees to a beautiful cabin for an unforgettable incentive So, you’re planning an incentive. Lucky for you, these new and renovated properties offer a beautiful cabin setting rich with fun recreation, decadent dining and gorgeous gathering spaces to give your event that complete once-in-a-lifetime feel. Read More: Company Retreat Planning 101: 8 Elements for a Great One For Gorgeous Gatherings in Georgia Barnsley Resort, guest room Adairsville, GA’s Barnsley Resort is a jewel of So

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Are You Prepared for a Mental Health Crisis at Your Meeting?

EventMB

Skift Take: Organizations rarely include potential mental health crises in their risk management planning. The time to start is now.

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Confidence holds steady despite uncertainty over government support, MIA Insights reveal

Prestige Events Magazine

Optimism in the business meetings and events sector is high, with average event budgets on the rise, according to the Meetings Industry Association’s (MIA) latest MIA Insights. The latest edition of the association’s quarterly benchmarking report has revealed that almost three quarters (74%) are confident in the future growth and sustainability of the sector – a slight increase on sentiment reported in June.