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Google Audio Overview tool in NotebookLM generates bogus output

Conferences that Work

Here we go again—another generative AI service churning out plausible-sounding, but misleading content. This time it’s Google’s NotebookLM , branded as “your personalized AI research assistant powered by Google’s most capable model, Gemini 1.5 Pro” It now includes Audio Overview , which creates audio discussions between “two AI hosts” who supposedly engage in a “lively deep dive” based on your sources.

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Field Report: Five Design and Activation Trends from Vision Expo West 2024

Event Marketer

Vision Expo West returned to The Venetian Convention Center & Expo in Las Vegas Sept. 19-21, bringing its unique blend of style, tech, and bold looks. Organized by the Vision Council and RX, it featured about 350 exhibiting companies, brands, and designers from around the globe showcasing the latest innovations in frame design, lens advancements, diagnostic instruments, and practice management solutions.

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Colin Francis CBE Appointed CEO of The Victory Services Club

Prestige Events Magazine

The Victory Services Club (VSC) can announce the appointment of Colin Francis CBE as its new Chief Executive Officer. Colin brings with him a wealth of logistical and leadership experience and a deep commitment to the VSC community; promising to further the Club’s mission of providing a welcoming and supportive environment for members and their families, and a professional and customer centric hospitality and events venue.

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The Brief: Billboard Races and Bratty Birds

Event Marketer

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover billboard races, bratty birds and sponsored sensory rooms. ON YOUR MARKS, GET SET… LEAVE YOUR FRIENDS IN THE DUST London-based fitness chain Gymbox is on a mission to prove that exercising can be as fun as going out with friends (we’re skeptical), offering live djs and offbeat fitness classes at its various locations.

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Making the Moment: The Art of Creating Events That Drive Results

Speaker: Aja Bradley Kemp, Founder & Chief Experience Officer at Conversate Collective

In a world where every brand is vying for attention, how do you make your events stand out? ✨ From creative swag strategies to immersive brand experiences, the key lies in fostering real connections that inspire action and leave a lasting impression. Whether you're planning a large-scale conference or an exclusive executive gathering, this session will explore how to elevate event engagement, strengthen brand perception, and maximize ROI.

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Accelerating demand for events sparks sales team expansion at The Belfry Hotel & Resort

Prestige Events Magazine

The Belfry Hotel & Resort has expanded its sales team with two new hires as demand for its award-winning meetings and events offering grows. The resort, in West Midlands, is delighted to announce the appointments of Sarah Millington as Account Director for Associations and Banqueting, and Charlotte Moore as Regional Account Manager. With a wealth of experience in the hospitality industry, Sarah will utilise her proactive approach, tenacious character, and keen eye for identifying how spaces

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The Live Group Sets Out Ambitions to 2025

Prestige Events Magazine

The Live Group has announced a new vision into 2025 which will see the businesses continued expansion, both domestically and internationally, the growth of its team, and new investment in audience engagement and event technology. The news follows the group’s announcement of an injection of VCT funding from leading private equity group Foresight Group.

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Is DEI Becoming a “Dirty Word” in the Meetings Industry? 

EventMB

Skift Take: As DEI departments face widespread downsizing and political tension, experts argue that building an inclusive company culture matters more than having a dedicated DEI department.

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The Box Group Introduces Stadia XHD: A new era of heavy-duty modular ground protection

Event Industry News

The Box Group, a leading provider of innovative ground protection and event temporary infrastructure solutions, is excited to announce the launch of Stadia XHD, a cutting-edge modular ground protection system designed to revolutionise events hosted at stadiums and sports venues.

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San Francisco Travel Names Its First Female CEO

EventMB

Skift Take: San Francisco is still far off from seeing a full recovery in its conferences and meetings business. Hiring a permanent CEO for its destination marketing organization is an important step.

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Relevance, Reach, Revenue: How to Turn Marketing Trends From Hype to High-Impact

Speaker: Alexa Acosta, Director of Growth Marketing & B2B Marketing Leader

Marketing is evolving at breakneck speed—new tools, AI-driven automation, and changing buyer behaviors are rewriting the playbook. With so many trends competing for attention, how do you cut through the noise and focus on what truly moves the needle? In this webinar, industry expert Alexa Acosta will break down the most impactful marketing trends shaping the industry today and how to turn them into real, revenue-generating strategies.

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Is AI-powered speech translation the future of multilingual events?

Event Industry News

– New research shows that 94% of multilingual event planning professionals said they would consider using AI as part of the live translation services at their events.

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Event wellness isn’t one-size-fits-all

MPI

Nolan Nichols is happy see a lot of positive momentum for incorporating wellness into meetings and events, but he says it’s key to recognize that wellness isn’t just another box to check by adding a program into the schedule. “It needs to be thoughtfully integrated to truly resonate with the event and its attendees,” says Nichols, a wellness-focused speaker who is also featured on the Caesars Entertainment wellness menu, which offers healthy F&B options, wellness acti

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IMEX 2024 Course Interest

Event Leadership Institute

Contact Us Name (Required) First Last Organization Email (Required) Enter Email Confirm Email Course Interest - Check off the courses you are interested in registering for in 2023 (select as many as you'd like). We'll email you as soon as we open registration. (Required) Advanced Event Design & Strategy (Instructor: Tammy Kockaya) CMP Exam Prep (Instructor: Carolyn Browning) Event & Meeting Management Fundamentals (Instructor: Kevin White) Event Accessibility Strategist (Instru

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Swapcard Unveils Surprising Insights in New 'State of Event Engagement' Report

Exhibitor Magazine

NEW YORK, NY - Swapcard, the leading event engagement platform, today released its latest report, The State of Event Engagement, offering deep insight.

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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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The Live Group sets out ambitions to 2025

Event Industry News

The Live Group has announced a new vision into 2025 which will see the businesses continued expansion, both domestically and internationally, the growth of its team, and new investment in audience engagement and event technology. The news follows the group’s announcement of an injection of VCT funding from leading private equity group Foresight Group.

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EXHIBITOR Magazine's Charles Pappas to Speak at U.S. Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy Public Meeting on International Expositions

Exhibitor Magazine

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - The U.S. Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy (ACPD) will hold a public meeting on Monday, September 30, from 10:00 to 11:00 am E.

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Tickets for Good powers ‘Tickets for Teachers’ platforms in both the UK and US

Event Industry News

Tickets for Good has announced the launch of Tickets for Teachers platforms in both the UK and the US. These new platforms aim to give back to teachers by offering free and discounted access to live events, including music, theatre, sports, and more.

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McCormick Place Completes Installation of Bird-Safe Window Application at Lakeside Center

Exhibitor Magazine

CHICAGO � The Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority (MPEA), owner of McCormick Place, today announced it has completed installation of bird-safe.

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Campaigns that Click: Practical Personalization Strategies to Boost ROI

Speaker: Jennifer Hodroge, Omni-Channel Strategic Leader, Forrester CX Certified

Marketers know that personalization is the key to engagement—but with limited budgets and time, how do you prioritize what, where, and how to personalize? Aligning your content, campaigns, and buyer experiences requires a deep understanding of customer needs. In this new webinar with expert Jennifer Hodroge, we’ll explore how to leverage insights and customer journey mapping to build personalization strategies that deliver real impact.

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AIF to launch multi-venue festival business support programme

Event Industry News

More than 70 multi-venue festivals operate in England in 2024.Arts Council England funded project will begin in October.

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Special Events

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Minimising food waste at The QEII Centre

Event Industry News

For the UN’s International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste, the QEII Centre’s Executive Chef Danilo Barbagallo explains how the QEII Taste menu reduces food waste through a combination of clever ingredient use, forward planning and creative thinking.

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Scrubs in the City: A Night to Transform 2024

Canadian Special Events

On a warm June evening, 1,400 guests arrived at Evergreen Brick Works in Toronto for the 23rd edition of Scrubs in the City. This year, the SickKids Foundation event took its inspiration from one of the most vibrant cities in the world, Mexico City. With a dazzling atmosphere, bold entertainment, and fantastic food, the event raised an impressive $1.4 million to support crucial upgrades for neurosurgery and neurophysiology lab equipment at SickKids.

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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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Creating a little paradise for meetings and events in Atlantic City

MPI

“We wanted to create a little paradise.” And if the many architects of Atlantic City’s new future continue to make progress, that could bode very well for meetings in Atlantic City.

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5 Top Universal Challenges for Event Organizers

PCMA Convene

A little over a quarter of respondents to Global DMC Partners’ Q3 Meetings & Events Survey said AV costs have risen 11-30 percent in the last two years. The biggest and most stubborn challenge for event organizers continues to be rising costs, according to Global DMC Partners’ (GDP) most recent Q3 Meetings & Events Survey. GDP, a global network of independent destination management companies (DMCs) and specialized event service providers, surveyed 164 meeting and event professionals from

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9 best online training software solutions for training providers and in-house teams (2024)

Arlo Training & Events Software

Training platforms that fall into the category of online training software help training providers, in-house teams, and corporate training teams create, host, and schedule all their commercial and in-house training programs. The tricky part for buyers is understanding which types of training software fall under the category of online training software, the features they should look for, and some of the top solutions to consider.

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