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Facial analysis technology to be used at the 2024 IAEE Expo! Expo!

Conferences that Work

Event attendees need to be aware of the growing trend of unannounced use of facial analysis technology at meetings. And if you plan to attend the International Association of Exhibitions and Events [IAEE] ‘s December 2024 Expo! Expo! , you should read this post. As recently reported by MeetingsNet , Expo! Expo! “will offer all exhibitors access to Zenus AI’s facial-analysis technology after a limited rollout at the 2023 [show]” However, MeetingsNet also includes the following s

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Top Trends for Meetings: Attendees Want Warm Weather, More Leisure 

EventMB

Skift Take: A recent Cvent webinar revealed top trends for meetings, including choosing booking patterns that allow attendees to extend over a weekend and warm-weather destinations so they can be outdoors.

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Center Parcs Launches First Ever Festive Corporate Package

Prestige Events Magazine

The outdoor event destination introduces a new end-of-year festivities offering for businesses Center Parcs Conferences & Events announces the launch of its first ever end-of-year festive event package for business clients – Festive Meetings in the Forest – available at both its Woburn Forest and Sherwood Forest venues. Bringing together companies for away days and team building activities in the forest since 1987, Center Parcs’ introduction of festive packages for businesses marks a s

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Leadership Shifts at Business Events Sydney as it Reports Robust Growth

EventMB

Skift Take: Addressing challenges from surging costs to untapped career progression, here’s how planners are future-proofing their strategies.

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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 QEII Centre pledges support for winter volunteering campaign

Prestige Events Magazine

Central London conference and events venue, The QEII Centre , has announced it will take part in WrapUp London for the seventh consecutive year, with efforts to collect as many coats as possible to help those in need. WrapUp London, a campaign by the charity HandsOn London, is one of the largest winter volunteering drives in the capital. It collects pre-loved coats from over 40 drop off locations across the city and Greater London and distributes them to over 75 front line charities.

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Full Guide to Google Things to Do For Your Attraction’s Sales and Bookings

Oveit

In the competitive tourism industry, getting your attraction noticed by potential visitors is crucial. Google Things to Do is a powerful tool that […] The post Full Guide to Google Things to Do For Your Attraction’s Sales and Bookings appeared first on Oveit.

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Attendable

Event Industry News

We are Attendable, an inclusive events consultancy, specialising in events, conferences, webinars and awards. As a founder-run company, our team provides both strategic consultancy and meticulous attention to detail when it comes to delivery. It’s what keeps our projects on track and our clients coming back to us year after year.

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The Brief: Ancestral Altars and Comfort Zones

Event Marketer

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover comfort zones, global ofrendas and Beautycon 2024. DON JULIO INSTALLS OFRENDAS AROUND THE GLOBE FOR DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS Don Julio has a penchant for sharing Mexican culture with the world, and there’s no better time to do it than during Día de los Muertos (Nov. 1-2), the beloved Mexican holiday that honors loved ones who have passed away.

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GREENGAGE EXPANDS CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES WITH ACQUISITION OF RESPONSIBLE FUTURES

Prestige Events Magazine

Greengage Solutions has taken a significant step forward in its commitment to enhance and expand its corporate sustainability offering with the acquisition of sustainability consultancy company, Responsible Futures. As part of the deal, Responsible Futures, will be absorbed into the Greengage 360 Consulting division. Sam Cande, founder and CEO of Responsible Futures, joins Greengage as Consultancy Director leading Greengage’s 360 Consulting division, working with organisations to achieve their s

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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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First Sight Media to film ABPCO Awards 2024

Event Industry News

The Association of British Professional Conference Organisers (ABPCO) has appointed First Sight Media to provide filming services for its ABPCO Excellence Awards 2024, on the 12th of December at the Winter Gardens, Blackpool.

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The 50 Hottest Wedding Trends Coming in 2025

QC Event School

Key Points The 50 hottest upcoming wedding trends you can expect to see in 2025 are: Eco-Friendly Weddings Micro Weddings Tech-Integrated Weddings Personalized, Relaxed, and Sentimental Experiences Intimate Garden Weddings Unique Wedding Entertainment Providing a Safe Way Home Bold Wedding Decor Surprise Elements Fearless Florals and Color Statements Multi-Day Wedding Celebrations Branded Weddings Mix-and-Match Aesthetics and Apparel Personalized Guest Experiences Laid-Back Luxury Giving The Gre

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The QEII Centre pledges support for winter volunteering campaign

Event Industry News

Central London conference and events venue, The QEII Centre, has announced it will take part in WrapUp London for the seventh consecutive year, with efforts to collect as many coats as possible to help those in need.

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Events Industry Council Releases 2024 Q2 Report

Smart Meetings

Strong gains indicate a return to pre-pandemic stability Global business events entity Events Industry Council (EIC) has released its Global Events Barometer for the second quarter of 2024, with results showing positive growth in nearly every region around the world. The hotel group room nights index rose to 106, showing a return to 2019 levels. The RFP activity index, which measures the number of proposals sent by event planners during the quarter, increased to just shy of 2019 levels as well.

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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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Kirk Ziehm Named One of The Most Influential People in the Events Industry in the United States for 2024

Stova

Stova CEO Honored Among 2024’s Most Influential Leaders in the U.S. Events Industry New York, NY, November 4, 2024 Eventex has officially unveiled The Most Influential People in the Events Industry in the United States for 2024 and we are pleased to announce that Stova’s Kirk Ziehm is featured on the list. The index recognizes outstanding professionals who have left a mark on the events industry in the region with their creativity, vision, and capacity for innovation.

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Sustainable Event Planning: Action Steps to Lasting Strategy

Smart Meetings

Becoming a sustainable event planner is a marathon, not a sprint. As the events industry continues to evolve in its sustainability journey, there are a lot of accomplishments to celebrate. Planners, partners and attendees are more aware and invested than ever. But there’s no denying that sustainability is a very broad topic, and sometimes, you might feel left in the dust.

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Why do you own your business?

MPI

Before you jump into the high-risk arena of owning a small business that you understand what inspires and motivates you.

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Feast Your Eyes on This

Special Events

The rise of grazing tables plus how to do them well

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B2B Events in 2023 - What You Need to Know

Get ahead of the curve and stay informed with Zuddl's industry report on the future of B2B events in 2023. Stay up-to-date on the latest trends and insights from leading experts in the field. Make informed decisions and stay ahead of the competition.

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Eudemonia Summit: Inaugural Wellness Conference Optimized Attendee Interaction

Smart Meetings

Does your conference include cryotherapy sessions, nervous system resets, IV drips, bathroom stall stool identification charts, celebrity neuroscientist podcasters, the fitness star from “The Biggest Loser” and lots of heavy breathing? It could. To see what that might look like from the perspective of a corporate meeting professional, I spent the weekend in The Palm Beaches, Florida, at the inaugural Eudemonia Summit at Hilton West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County Convention Center.

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Presidential Election Tensions Spill Into Workplaces

PCMA Convene

Before Nov. 5, one-third of voters — more than 75 million — had cast ballots in this year’s bruising presidential election race. Tensions among voters have caused conflict in workplaces. The contentious presidential race has sparked workplace conflicts, decreasing morale and productivity at U.S. companies so sharply that many are having their employees work from home this week because they don’t expect Election Day to ease the tensions.

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