Conferences that Work

DECEMBER 16, 2024

If you are serious about improving your conferences, my meeting design workshop can be the game-changer your organization needs. Here’s what happens at my one-day workshop. In a world where passive listening no longer satisfies attendees, traditional lecture-based conferences are ineffective and outdated. Todays participants crave authentic engagement, meaningful connections, and interactive learning experiences.

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DECEMBER 16, 2024

Skift Take: This approval is pivotal for the city as it prepares to close the Austin Convention Center for four years while it is completely redeveloped.

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Prestige Events Magazine

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The Honourable Artillery Company (HAC) has joined Venue Directorys Instant Booking platform, offering event planners the ability to reserve rooms for up to 30 people with just a single click. The new platform is designed to simplify the process of booking smaller spaces, while also giving users real-time control over their reservations. Planners can instantly confirm bookings, with full visibility of all available room options and configurations.

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EventMB

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Skift Take: Ranking all-in-one event management platforms with many variables and permutations is no easy feat. However, Forrester tries anyway, and the results are worth a look.

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Event Industry News

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Mandy Jennings, CEO and Owner of Venues of Excellence reflects on 2024 and the power of the sales and marketing consortium for independent venues. As 2024 draws to a close, Mandy Jennings, CEO, reflects on the incredible progress and achievements of the past 12 months for the consortium and its member venues.

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DECEMBER 16, 2024

Header: Matchstick Piehouse / Facebook.com Beloved grassroots venue, Matchstick Piehouse, based in Deptford, is set to reopen in early 2025 thanks to the efforts of a workers cooperative and support from the Music Venue Trust (MVT). After closing its doors in November 2023 due to rent arrears accrued during the COVID-19 pandemic, staff and resident artists formed the Piehouse Co-op, which successfully negotiated new terms with the buildings landlords to save the venue.

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MPI

DECEMBER 16, 2024

We asked sustainability experts in the meeting and event industry to tell us about recent trends in event sustainability. Their thoughts demonstrate the depth and breadth of industry progress, from better collaboration to effective carbon tracking to reusable trade show stands. _ As a sustainability consultant, I’m happy to say there is more budget allocated for training and initiatives.

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Prestige Events Magazine

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Mandy Jennings, CEO and Owner of Venues of Excellence reflects on 2024 and the power of the sales and marketing consortium for independent venues. As 2024 draws to a close, Mandy Jennings, CEO, reflects on the incredible progress and achievements of the past 12 months for the consortium and its member venues. The membership consortium remains deeply committed to empowering our member venues, supporting them in a range of crucial areas including sales, marketing, exhibitions, PR, training, and pr

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 16, 2024

At Smart Meeting, we pride ourselves on bringing the best content, voices and tools to your fingertips and computer screens. In 2024, we invited industry experts to offer their insights, tips and trends to help planners create the best event possible. Our webinars, the Knowledge Exchange, brought us essential insights on AI, incentives, wellness and contracts, just to name a few!

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MPI

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The field was muddy. A wayward air balloon crashed into the stands. One of the players was linked to a gambling scandal. But for nearly 81,000 people, none of that mattered. They were there for football. Even if the sky was overcast and the temperature at kickoff was around 40-degrees Fahrenheit, the fans had only one thing in mind: laissez les bons temps rouler —let the good times roll.

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Guidebook

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Behind every great event is a great event registration strategy. Whether youre hosting a small seminar or a large conference, the event registration process is critical. A smooth and easy registration process helps to: set expectations for potential attendees. increase attendance rates. builds excitement around your event create a positive first impression.

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Canadian Special Events

DECEMBER 16, 2024

What happens when bold artistry meets thoughtful design? Two stunning styled shoots by Mad Bash Group brought fresh wedding inspiration to life at Preto Loft in Toronto, proving creativity has no bounds. These editorials, each distinct in style yet equally captivating, offer modern couples plenty of ideas to elevate their big day. Look #1: Urban Loft Editorial (Lime/Lilac) Chic, bold, and unapologetically trendy, the “Urban Loft Editorial” was crafted for modern couples embracing 202

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Event Industry News

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Field and Lawn are delighted to announce the promotion of Chris Kitchin to the role of Regional Director for the Runcorn branch. Chris steps into this leadership role as Andrew Lothian prepares for his well-deserved retirement at the end of February 2025.

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