Fri.Nov 10, 2023

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Las Vegas Hotel Strike Avoided

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Skift Take: MGM, Caesars and Wynn have all reached tentative deals with the unions. The deal comes days before the city welcomes hundreds of thousands of Formula One fans.

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How To Choose the Best Event Management Software for Your Company

Eventtia

Even with the best team, organization and expertise, an event strategy can’t succeed completely without the right event management software. Whether setting up a pop-up store or planning a large-scale product launch, the right event platform facilitates all planning operations, enhances attendees’ experience, and provides invaluable data and actionable insights.

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Long Visa Wait Times Hamper Events

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Skift Take: Visa processing delays have prevented some international attendees from participating in trade shows and conferences. There is an effort underway to help, but what will a looming government shutdown mean to visa issues?

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How To Choose the Best Event Management Software

Eventtia

Even with the best team, organization and expertise, an event strategy can’t succeed completely without the right event management software. Whether setting up a pop-up store or planning a large-scale product launch, the right event platform facilitates all planning operations, enhances attendees’ experience, and provides invaluable data and actionable insights.

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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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Smart Moves in Denver, Chicago and More

Smart Meetings

Elizabeth Kumbhari Elizabeth Kumbhari Kumbhari joins CIBT Global as vice president for client relationship management, Americas immigration. She brings a wide range of experience in visa services, having earlier led one of the largest J-1 visa programs at Cultural Visas. In addition, she holds a doctorate in Organizational Leadership and Learning (EdD) from Vanderbilt University.

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venue spotlight: the celtic manor

SevenEvents

are you searching for the perfect venue to host your upcoming event? look no further than the celtic manor resort in wales. with its excellent meeting and conference spaces, luxurious bedrooms, and an range of fantastic features, the celtic manor is the ideal choice to make your event unforgettable. here are some reason why you should choose the celtic manor resort for your event: meeting and conference spaces: the celtic manor resort offers an impressive selection of meeting and conference spac

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Barbican appoints Jackie Boughton as Director of Commercial

Event Industry News

London’s Barbican Centre has appointed Jackie Boughton as Director of Commercial following nearly ten years as the venue’s Head of Business Events, the last year of which has seen her working as acting Director of Commercial.

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Experiences for Meetings in Puerto Rico

MPI

Puerto Rico's unique history and culture offer attendees one-of-a-kind experiences that will broaden their perspectives and give them the opportunity to create a deeper connection to the Island's people and traditions.

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Want to Large Events Personal? With these 10 Tips You can Do It!

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Momice celebrated her 10th anniversary last week. Of course with an event! The most common feedback: amazing how warm and personal it felt. I also want this for my events!

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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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Ask the Expert – Plan an Event Edition

Master the Event

Get those needed answers to your plan an event questions. Ask the Expert is back for another information filled month. And this time it’s all about addressing your Plan an Event queries. Our mission is to be that voice for all things in the event planning industry. We are committed to sharing our journey, experiences, successes and mistakes. And to be that place where anyone feels comfortable to come and ask questions and find answers.

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President Lincoln’s Cottage Takes Home Win for Best Outdoor Venue

Unique Venues

Washington, D.C. – President Lincoln’s Cottage is a world of its own – a peaceful retreat tucked away in the heart of Washington, D.C. The historic venue offers guests the opportunity to go back in time to when Lincoln drafted the Emancipation Proclamation and made other nation-changing decisions from this very place. It was a refuge for him during his presidency and allowed for more tranquil time away from the White House during a pivotal time in American history.

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ATTENDING EVENT PLANNING SEMINARS TO FURTHER YOUR CAREER

Master the Event

If you’re like me, you probably get several invitations a week for industry seminars. While I’m sure that many are legit, you do have to be careful on selecting which event planning seminars to attend. You should always ask yourself the question “what is it I intend to achieve by attending this event planning seminar”. Many companies offer seminars as part of their company’s marketing plan.

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Who’s News for November 10, 2023

Special Events

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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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Beginners Guide to Hiring a Disc Jockey

Master the Event

In our on-going series spotlighting vendors and what to consider when hiring them, this week we’re all about the entertaining services of a disc jockey. I have worked with some amazing disc jockeys that help to take my events to the next level. But I have also worked with a couple of real duds. No matter what the kind of event it is, no one is looking to hire a bad DJ.

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How Event Tech fits into Event Design

Event Industry News

With a big background in tech-world, marketing director Felicia Asiedu has been at Cvent for five years. This episode is a deep dive into the brand, with a particular focus on Cvent Connect Europe, the company runs a similar event in North America, and how event tech fits into event design.

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Are Bar Mitzvah, or Bat Mitzvah, Costs Getting out of Hand?

Master the Event

Professional party planners have stated that people are spending anywhere from $10,000-$100,000 (and more) on a bar mitzvah (or bat mitzvah). I’ve even heard tales where some bar mitzvahs organizers have flown in top name entertainers. That alone could cost in the hundreds of thousands of dollars. And I’ve also heard firsthand, via a florist colleague, that some planners have spent over $50,000 on florals alone.

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The Launch of EA Sports FC 24

Event Industry News

INCA Productions are a strategic creative agency who connect brands and audiences through live digital experiences. With offices in London and New York, their clients include Netflix, Meta, Moet and Chandon, Apple and Sky.

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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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BENEFITS OF HOSTING A WINTER MEETING

Master the Event

As us northerners settle in for a cold January, many of us are wondering if we’ll ever be outdoors again. You’d think we’d be used to this by now. When you think of a meeting or a conference in winter, often it’s the southern destinations that come to mind. And for good reason. It’s warm! However, you may be surprised to know that there are many benefits to hosting a Winter meeting in a northern city.

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Experienced Event Tech Expert joins Zuant from Cvent

Event Industry News

David Soto, a seasoned technology sales practitioner with over 20 years of experience, is this month joining Zuant as VP of Sales, USA, to further build on the company’s growing success in North America.

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How To Have A Green/Eco Friendly Wedding

Master the Event

Recently I was invited to an Eco-friendly green wedding. Instead of the standard moans and groans I was actually really looking forward to attending and yes celebrating a friend’s special day. But truly I was also hoping to discover some additional ways to incorporate being Eco-friendly and green into party and event planning. An Eco-friendly wedding is where by way of the wedding planning, the bridal couple attempts to reduce the effect and impression their wedding has on the earth.

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Event Sustainability Live – the whys and the wherefores…

Event Industry News

Co-founder of Event Sustainability Live (ESL), Adam Parry, an industry influencer of some repute, will discuss the motivation behind launching ESL, his ambitions for it and much more, with isla founder/CEO Anna Abdelnoor, at the show’s opening ‘fireside’ session on Wednesday 15th November.

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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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Benefits of Hiring a Celebrity Speaker

Master the Event

There are many benefits of hiring a celebrity speaker. A well-known guest speaker helps to bring that extra bit of energy and excitement to an event. While at the same time an event, any kind of event can be brought down by a badly chosen speaker. The right celebrity speaker brings attention and interest to an event. And it seems whenever people have the chance to mix and mingle with a celeb of any type they get excited.

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10 Ideas for Bachelorette Party Games

Master the Event

Bachelorette parties are popular get-togethers in the English-speaking world. Versions of all-female gatherings have existed for ages, but they became particularly popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The bachelorette party as we now know it did not become known until the 1960s, and it was still uncommon then. There was a resurgence in the late 1990s, perhaps because the future bride and her friends relished the chance to have bachelorette party games.