Attendease
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Moving away from “one event to rule them all” Hosting “one big event” is often seen as the pinnacle of corporate event planning. Splashy annual events generate immense excitement and engagement, often bringing a short-term economic and publicity boost to the city they’re hosting in. However, there are downsides to putting all of your event eggs into one basket.
EventMB
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Skift Take: Another glance into the crystal ball for events in 2024 this time by Marriott International predicts a few grand trends including the return of large meetings, appealing to Gen Z, an ongoing bleisure love story among others.
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Attendease
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Event sponsorship can make or break the success of a corporate event. The right sponsors provide critical financial resources, boost credibility, and expand reach and exposure. For corporate event planners, identifying and securing event sponsors is an essential yet challenging undertaking. This article will explore proven techniques and strategies for how to get sponsors for an event.
EventMB
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Skift Take: The true success of any event hinges on one crucial factor — engagement. It cannot be forced; however, it must be cultivated by carefully weaving it into the fabric of an event.
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EventSource
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
In the gentle morning light, Emilia’s excitement filled the room as she prepared to step into her exquisite wedding dress from The Modern Bride , a vision of bridal elegance. Surrounding her were her beloved bridesmaids, their laughter and shared moments infusing the air with joy. Together, they created a beautiful tapestry of support and friendship, preparing for a day filled with love and cherished memories, all beautifully captured by Jessilynn Wong Photography.
Event Pro Update brings together the best content for event, conference, and meeting planning professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Event Marketer
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
If it feels like you’ve suddenly become surrounded by foodies, you’re not alone. According to the National Restaurant Association’s 2024 “ What’s Hot Culinary Forecast ,” social media is influencing how consumers cook, eat and interact with restaurants. And it’s now an essential ingredient to culinary professionals’ work, whether it’s incorporating social media trends into dishes or using social media to send a dish viral.
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
The Event Technology Awards (ETA) US & Canada are proud to announce Jake Runnion as a judge for the inaugural stateside edition. Jake Runnion is a Sr. Event Technologist at Meetings & Incentives Worldwide. In his role at M&IW, Jake develops customized event apps and consults with clients to identify their event technology needs.
Event Marketer
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
You might say Coca-Cola and Time Out magazine unveiled a landmark partnership today. The beverage giant and “best of the city” publication announced the launch of Foodmarks, hand-picked, global “food landmarks” inspired by movies, pop culture moments, travel hotspots and other cultural phenomena that revolve around “the perfect moment, the perfect meal and an ice-cold Coca-Cola.
ePly
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Event registration tools are a must-have for organizing events of any size. From big business conferences to intimate workshops, finding the right event registration solution can make all the difference for your participants and staff. Event registration software allows registrants to sign up and pay for events, whether a single function or a multi-event, multi-day happening.
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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.
Event Marketer
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
“We knew we wanted to tap into country because we think it’s an underrepresented genre for consumers during Super Bowl week parties, especially for the parties that are open and free to the public like ours were.” –Alexa Richardson, Director of Brand Activation and Field Marketing, Ashley Global Retail Brand ambassadors distributed swag, like bandanas and hats.
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Festival production company The Fair launched a behind-the-scenes documentary this week, highlighting challenges faced across the industry, and why the events sector deserves further support.
Stova
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
New year, new look, new sponsorship packages… To get the best sponsors, you need enticing packages that reflect the trends shaping events in the year ahead. Attracting sponsors is more critical than ever. For starters, they help you offset rising event costs. What’s more, today’s attendees have high expectations. With so many in-person and online options, they need compelling reasons to travel to your event.
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
East Midlands’ leading venue brand reveals refurbishment plans for its flagship venue – Burleigh Court Imago Venues, part of Loughborough University, continues to deliver a strong financial performance with double-digit like-for-like growth, enabling significant investment into its venue portfolio. It has now revealed its plans to transform its flagship 4-star property with a £4.
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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
Prestige Events Magazine
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
30 Euston Square is acknowledging the changing face of learning and development techniques with the re-branding of its Exam Centre. Recognising the enduring importance of knowledge retention as a perennial criterion of success, the venue is responding to the increased demand for scenario-based learning from training companies and corporate entities.
Milestone Events Group
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Planning a wedding is a joyous but often overwhelming task. With the stress of organizing countless details, it’s easy for the excitement of your big day to be overshadowed. But fear not, lovebirds! If you’re tying the knot in the picturesque state of California, here’s your comprehensive guide on how to have a stress-free wedding.
Event Smart
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
In Springdale Elementary, excitement buzzed as students, teachers, and parents gathered for the annual Fun Run Fundraiser organized by Boosterthon. Led by Principal Mrs. Thompson, students eagerly lined up, donning custom T-shirts, ready to run for their school. With colorful banners and music setting the scene, the race began with a whistle-blow.
Milestone Events Group
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
You’ve just received that elegant invitation adorned with swirling fonts, and there it is – the dress code. It says, “Cocktail Attire.” Panic sets in as you wonder, “What exactly does that mean?” Fear not, beloved wedding guests! In this guide, we’ll break down the basics of cocktail attire etiquette, explore the fine line between cocktail and semi-formal, and provide you with stylish suggestions for both men and women.
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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.
StraussCA
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Association leaders can learn several valuable lessons from Brené Brown about leadership. Brené Brown is a renowned American scholar, author, and public speaker, best known for her work on vulnerability, courage, shame, and empathy. She holds a Ph.D. in social work and has spent much of her career researching topics related to human connection, vulnerability, courage, and shame.
Milestone Events Group
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Planning a wedding is a joyous but often overwhelming task. With the stress of organizing countless details, it’s easy for the excitement of your big day to be overshadowed. But fear not, lovebirds! If you’re tying the knot in the picturesque state of California, here’s your comprehensive guide on how to have a stress-free wedding.
Skiddle
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
You’re supposed to enjoy yourself at music festivals. Three to four days in a field, access to loads of fantastic music, people, food and drinks? It can be like a mini paradise. But like all things, festivals sometimes go wrong. Bad organisation, poor planning and a lack of safety can mean cancellations. Or, in the worst case scenario, death and injuries.
Milestone Events Group
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
You’ve just received that elegant invitation adorned with swirling fonts, and there it is – the dress code. It says, “Cocktail Attire.” Panic sets in as you wonder, “What exactly does that mean?” Fear not, beloved wedding guests! In this guide, we’ll break down the basics of cocktail attire etiquette, explore the fine line between cocktail and semi-formal, and provide you with stylish suggestions for both men and women.
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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!
Nunify
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Ever felt lost in a sea of business cards after an event? Lead retrieval apps are here to change that. They’re event apps designed to make collecting and managing attendee information a breeze, especially for exhibitors and lead generation. It’s not just about collecting contacts; it’s about enhancing interactions, understanding attendee behavior, and ultimately, driving your event’s success.
Exhibitor Magazine
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
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Special Events
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Part 2 in our annual State of the Industry (SOI) report
Exhibitor Magazine
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
SALT LAKE CITY - Braeden Beckstrand joined Visit Salt Lake (VSL) in late 2023 as National Sales Manager. He'll pursue meetings with 200-2,000 attendee.
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For associations, the hybrid model is the future of the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) industry. Hybrid events provide increased reach and scalability, improved engagement with association members, and insights from real-time analytics, making them an absolute necessity. This ready-to-use playbook presents a framework for event organizers embarking on the hybrid events journey.
Certain
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Marketing events are an invaluable tool for companies looking to boost their revenue streams. By engaging directly with their target audience, organizations can create engaging experiences that not only elevate brand awareness but also drive sales. A thorough understanding of the target audience is crucial for boosting sales and opening up additional monetization opportunities.
Exhibitor Magazine
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
ATLANTA, GEORGIA � Exhibitus today announced that the company will present 'Driving Experiences' at ExhibitorLIVE 2024, an industry-leading conferenc.
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
In this episode of the Event Industry News Podcast, host James Dixon is joined by Karen Saragoussi, Founder and Director of TeamTogs. Celebrating their 20th year in November 2023, TeamTogs was founded with the aim of creating merch and apparel specifically for events and brand activations.
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